Technology can help people live safely and independently at home and in their community by providing an immediate response to emergency situations.
Around 4,000 people in East Ayrshire are supported through our Smart Supports and Community Alarm services.
These enhanced services are provided by East Ayrshire Health and Social Care Partnership and use technology to support people in their homes and communities.
Support can be requested through:
- local social work offices
- GPs
- other health professionals
We work with each person to identify the technology and support that best meets their needs and helps them achieve their goals.
What Smart Supports can help with
Smart Supports are available to anyone with social care needs living in East Ayrshire. They can:
- provide alerts to changes in care needs, emergencies or lifestyle changes via a range of sensors or alerts
- monitor activity and environmental risks such as smoke detection, extreme heat, carbon monoxide and flood detection
- reduce personal risks linked to falls, memory loss or confusion
- support earlier discharge from hospital and help prevent hospital admissions
- provide reassurance to families that support is available in an emergency
Smart Supports equipment
Since February 2001, we have been providing devices such as:
- community alarms
- smoke detectors
- fall detectors
- bed occupancy sensors
- epilepsy sensors
- door monitors
- medication dispensers
These devices are monitored by our Risk Management Centre (RMC), helping people remain safe and independent at home.
East Ayrshire Smart Hub
East Ayrshire Smart Hub is an innovative digital space that showcases the latest smart home technology and new digital telecare equipment. Based at Ross Court in Galston, the Smart Hub allows people to see how technology can help them stay safe, independent and connected at home.
The Smart Hub is open every Wednesday from 9am to 5pm by appointment only. Contact your allocated worker for a joint visit.