Technology to help me live independently

These devices are easy to use. They can help you to stay safe, well and independent.

There are lots of ways that technology can help you around your home. They can remind you to take your medication and help you to get support if you fall and cannot reach the phone.

Devices can be standalone, linked to family or carers, or they can be connected to a team of trained advisors in a monitoring centre who will ensure you get the support you need.

There are lots of devices you can get to help you in different areas of your home.

Most care technology is available to buy online, or from specialist shops. Costs vary and can be one off or may include a monthly payment. Sometimes there is also a charge to install the technology.

If you need help from us, you can ask for an assessment. Care technology might be provided following an assessment if this is the best way to meet some or all care needs. Equipment recommended following an assessment can be issued on loan free of charge from NRS Healthcare.

After an illness or hospital stay care technology might be provided for a short time while recovering strength and ability. Talk to your hospital social care team. See our hospital discharge and regaining independence section.

We know that care technology can be helpful for some residents. However, some of it is not owned, operated, or managed by Buckinghamshire Council. This means we cannot guarantee the security of any personal data uploaded by users through some care technology. It is important to read the Privacy Policy of any items before sharing your personal data.