Telecare: Remote care for the elderly and people with disabilities in Nessebar

The "Social Activities" Directorate of Nessebar Municipality offers the innovative "Telecare" service, providing remote care through an individual measuring device (smart bracelet). The aim is to monitor the basic physiological parameters of people living alone with chronic diseases, permanent disabilities and elderly people who cannot take care of themselves.

The service provides 24-hour monitoring and immediate response when needed, assisting in the early detection of health problems and reducing the need for hospitalization.

Main advantages of "Telecare":

• Additional security and peace of mind.
• A sense of independence in everyday life.
• Constant contact with a medical professional for timely response to incidents.

Functionalities of the "smart bracelet":

• Automatic measurement of vital signs (pulse, temperature, oxygen).
• GPS tracking.
• Fall detector.
• SOS button for emergency contact.
• Step counting.

Currently, the service is used by five people and is provided for a two-year period. Participation is completely free.

The initiative is part of the Municipality of Nessebar's strategy for the modernization of social services and improving the quality of life of vulnerable groups.

The "Telecare" project is funded under the "Human Resources Development" Program 2021-2027 and is co-financed by the European Union.