Fall Prevention
Fall Prevention Technology with Nobi: Proactive Care for Safer Living
One of the standout features of Nobi is its ability to effectively prevent falls and equip care staff with critical data for proactive fall prevention. By addressing common challenges Nobi helps reduce fall risks while offering personalised care for residents, promoting safety and enhancing independence in care homes.
How Nobi's Fall Prevention Works: Reducing Disorientation and Fall Risks
Night time disorientation is a major contributor to falls among the elderly, especially when residents wake up to use the bathroom. Nobi addresses this by providing automated circadian lighting that reduces disorientation and helps residents safely navigate their surroundings.
Automated Lighting for Safe Night time Movement
Nobi automatically activates a soft light when a resident sits up in bed, allowing them to orient themselves. As they get out of bed, the light gradually intensifies, illuminating the path and making night time falls far less likely. This feature significantly reduces fall risks by ensuring residents are well-guided, even in the dark.
Light Settings Based on Movement
During sleep: No light
Sitting up: Soft light for orientation
Out of bed: Brighter light for a clear, safe path
By offering this intelligent lighting solution, Nobi helps minimise the risk of night time falls, one of the leading causes of injuries in care settings.
Monitoring Functions for Proactive Fall Prevention
Another critical aspect of Nobi’s fall prevention technology is its ability to notify care staff when residents might need assistance. These monitoring functions reduce the need for intrusive night time check-ins, allowing for more efficient and personalised care.
Nobi Incorporates Circadian Lighting
Nobi mimics natural daylight to boost health and performance. This is done by colour temperature: Nobi’s smart light-source adapts itself throughout the day, following the rules of circadian rhythm.
Circadian lighting not only enhances the quality of life for residents in care homes but also contributes to a more supportive environment for both residents and staff.
Circadian lighting boosts serotonin levels, reducing depression and anxiety, leading to better emotional health and increased cognitive function.
During the day, this type of lighting promotes alertness and encourages social interaction, combating feelings of isolation and boredom.
This lighting mimics natural light patterns, helping regulate sleep-wake cycles, which enhances melatonin production at night and keeps residents alert during the day.
Circadian lighting can be customised to meet the needs of individual residents, aiding those with conditions like dementia by reducing confusion.
Maintaining a natural light cycle supports overall health, reducing the likelihood of mood disorders and hospitalisations.
Improved resident moods and cognitive function create a positive environment, making the work of care staff more rewarding and less stressful.
Customised Notifications for Resident Safety
Nobi provides alerts based on individual resident behaviour, such as:
Notification after a specified amount of time in the bathroom
Notification after a certain amount of time out of bed
Alert when the resident leaves the room
Notification after sitting on the edge of the bed for too long
These alerts enable care staff to provide timely assistance without being overly intrusive, ensuring residents receive help only when needed. The flexibility to configure notifications for each resident ensures a personalised care approach, making Nobi an essential tool for proactive fall prevention.
Fall Analysis for Preventing Future Incidents
When a fall does occur, understanding the circumstances is crucial to prevent it from happening again. Nobi takes a proactive approach by providing anonymised images of the fall, capturing the 15 seconds before and after the incident. This valuable context allows care professionals to analyse the root causes and take necessary measures to avoid future falls.
Key Benefits of Nobi’s Fall Prevention System:
- Proactive fall prevention with automated lighting and real-time monitoring.
- Reduced night time disorientation through adaptive lighting solutions.
- Personalised notifications ensure timely, unobtrusive support.
- Fall analysis using anonymised data to help prevent future incidents.
Proactive Care for a Safer Tomorrow
Nobi offers care professionals the data-driven tools they need to prevent falls, while also empowering residents to live more safely and independently. By actively reducing night time disorientation, offering timely alerts, and analysing fall events, Nobi is a comprehensive solution for fall prevention in care communities. This proactive system not only ensures better safety outcomes for residents but also improves peace of mind for families and care providers alike.