Telecare, telehealth and telemedicine

What is the difference between different types of TEC tools?

Graphic of an alarm going off. TEC can range from basic equipment to more enhanced technology.

What is basic TEC?

Basic options include:

emergency pendants or smoke detectors that can raise alarms
it works great for those who are mostly independent
it can provide extra security and peace of mind.

What is enhanced TEC?

Enhanced options include:

anything from medication dispensers to infra-red sensors
it is aimed at individuals with more complex needs
these technologies can target these needs specifically.