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Mission. To deliver quality in-home support, using technology while becoming a valuable and meaningful part of people’s lives… …offering independence with creative solutions. . History of Technology in Residential Care Settings. Midland, MI Nursing Homes
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Mission To deliver quality in-home support, using technology while becoming a valuable and meaningful part of people’s lives… …offering independence with creative solutions.
History of Technology in Residential Care Settings • Midland, MI • Nursing Homes • Waisman Center-Sound Response • Night Owl Support Systems, LLC
Emerging Technologies Video • Did you know?
Remote Monitoring 5 Key Questions to Consider
Question #1 What is Remote Monitoring? Understanding the aspects of Remote Monitoring….
So What is Remote Monitoring? • It’s Not “Electronic Monitoring” -Google is and see what comes up • Remote Monitoring/Telecare • Non-medical services offering continuous remote care and oversight of vulnerable individuals, providing the support and reassurance needed manage the risks associated with independent living. • A subset of Teleservices • Enhanced services delivered over telecommunications lines
Sensors • Personal Pagers • Door/Window Security Sensors • Smoke Detectors • Carbon Monoxide Detectors • Flood/Moisture Sensors • Motion Sensors • Other Sensors Available Upon Request
Equipment Features • Completely Wireless in the Home • Phone Line with Cellular Back-up • Supports Z-Wave Technology • 2-Way Communication • Data Tracking • Smart Sensors • Portable and Adaptable to People’s Homes and Abilities
Monitoring • Professional Monitors • Communication with Staff/individuals served • Live Monitoring Hours 9pm-7am
Monitoring (cont.) • Individual Protocols and Support Plans • Notifications to cell phones and /or email 24 hr/day • Reports/Data Tracking
Responding • Professional Responders • Trained in General Responses and Individually Tailored Supports When Needed • Emergency Types of Supports or More Predictive Types of Supports • Responders are Located in Close Proximity to Homes
Responding and Partnerships • NOSS Partners with a Variety of Residential Providers for Responding • NOSS Provides Training to Partner Agencies and Their Responding Staff • NOSS Will Provide Oversight to Responding Agencies
Question #2 How can Remote Monitoring improve your life with Community Supportive Living?
Our Philosophy and Goals of Technology • Independence • Privacy • Inclusion/Normalization • Improve Quality of Life • To Overcome Barriers
Collaboration • Brainstorm with Agencies • Meet with Agencies, Teams and Guardians • Develop Efficient Support Structures • Ongoing Evaluation of Services
Process of Receiving Supports • Referral • Team Meeting/Education of NOSS to person/Family/Team • Individual Assessment • Environmental Assessment • Installation • Trial Period • Ongoing Evaluation
Question # 3 Is remote monitoring safe?
Communication • Communication is Key! • Communication nightly between staff and monitoring station • Communication with NOSS and Providers • Using Community Support • Collaboration among agencies
When do I need help? • How will I get help when I need it if I use Electronic Monitoring? • Determining the correct sensors/Staff support • Emergency Needs
Question #4 Are there fiscal reasons driving your decision to use Remote Monitoring?
Why Use Technology • Cost of living in a group home or assisted living averages $5000 per month per person • Support using technology averages $1000 per month per home • Aging and Disability population will double from 22 million to 44 million persons by 2025 • The United States is facing an unprecedented shrinkage of direct care staff
Costs • Consultation/Assessment/Installation • Monthly Monitoring • Monthly Responding • Technical Support/Ongoing Evaluation FREE! • No Long Term Obligation
Question #5 What should I consider if I choose to use Remote Monitoring?
Considerations • Sensor Based System vs. Video Cameras • Reports vs. Third Party Access • Live Monitoring vs. Alerts • Independence vs. Restrictions • System of Supports vs. Remote Monitoring System • Redundancy within systems
How People Supported Benefit - Continue Living Independently - Safety and Security - Consistent Support - Privacy - Cost Savings
Q&A Night Owl Support Systems, LLC P.O. Box 259293 Madison, WI 53725 Phone: 608.845.5008 office 877.559.1642 toll free Fax: 608.845.5009 Website: noss.com