Transforming Aged Care Through Technology: The Election Issue We Can’t Ignore
Australia’s ageing population is testing the limits of our healthcare system, but could smart technology provide the breakthrough we need?
At the recent NSW Smart Sensing Network (NSSN) 3rd Ageing Forum, experts called for home care technology to take centre stage in election debates, highlighting its potential to keep older Australians healthy, independent, and at home for longer.
📊 Key insights from the forum:
– An Australian-first survey found 7 in 10 older Australians are open to adopting smart sensors for independent living
– Respondents overwhelmingly support government-funded tech solutions
– Experts emphasised the urgent need for technology-supported care to ease the strain on hospitals and aged-care facilities.
🔑 Quotes that matter:
Professor Paul Egglestone, FASTLAB: “We need to advocate for where technology and humanity work hand in hand to keep our parents and grandparents healthy at home.”
NSW Health Minister Ryan Park: “Technology isn’t just a tool; it’s a lifeline for an ageing population and a foundation for a more resilient healthcare system.”
As Dr George Margelis noted, smart sensors and AI could create a new ecosystem for aged care, blending efficiency with high-quality care.
📖 Read the full story to learn how technology could redefine aged care in Australia: https://lnkd.in/gnPiFB_B
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