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HomeSafe

Simply, a safety system designed to help home alone elderly stay safe

The Problem

Why are S’pore’s elderly still dying alone, undiscovered for weeks?

The article highlights the growing concern of elderly individuals in Singapore dying alone and remaining undiscovered for days or weeks. As the population ages and more seniors live alone, such cases—though currently rare—are expected to rise. It discusses the concept of “kodokushi” (solitary death) seen in Japan and South Korea, and emphasises the importance of family involvement, community support, and technology (like wearable devices) to prevent isolation and ensure regular check-ins. Social connections and daily visibility are key to safeguarding seniors’ well-being..

TL;DR: Singapore’s aging population and shrinking household sizes are increasing the risk of undetected deaths among seniors. Without daily contact or monitoring, vulnerable individuals may go unnoticed for weeks.

KEY FEATURES

Motion Sensor

Detects movement (or lack thereof) within the home

SENZE LIFE mobile app

Ability to send alerts to multiple recipients.

Emergency Button

Allows for Seniors to manually trigger alerts

🔄 Monitoring Logic

If no movement is detected for a prolonged period, the system assumes the senior may have fallen/ fainted

It then automatically sends alerts to next of kin and volunteers via the mobile app.

The app supports multiple recipients, ensuring someone is notified even if a primary contact is unavailable.

🧩 How It Helps the Problem

Daily visibility: Seniors are “sighted” through passive motion tracking.

Rapid response: Alerts are sent immediately when something seems wrong.

Peace of mind: Families and caregivers know someone will be notified if the senior is unresponsive.

No reliance on the senior reaching a phone: Critical in cases of falls or unconsciousness.

In short, HomeSafe builds a digital safety net around seniors—bridging the gap between independence and emergency support. It’s a proactive solution to prevent “kodokushi” in Singapore.