In this episode of Smart Retirement Life, listten in as Mark Hager talks with Bijou Lulla, the Founder and CEO of Smaart House, a technology provider for aging in place in San Diego, CA. He helps people learn how technology can help them stay safe, healthy and comfortable at home, while helping them prepare for later in life. Hear how home …
Home Automation Features That Support Caregiving
If you're wondering what home automation features could actually support you in your caregiving role, then you're in for a treat. In this article, we're covering home automation that can not only help you're loved on stay at home longer (say, an aging parent), but also help you rest a little easier. I've been writing about home automation and …
Smart Home Innovations. You Have to Watch This!
Smart home innovations are a hot topic. Nearly every day I hear about a new product or concept. Home automation presents new opportunities for older consumers and their families in the areas of home comfort, safety and lifestyle. I've spent a few years anticipating the time when we would have smart home innovations supporting the independent …
Home Security and Surveillance
Home security and surveillance can be an exciting and beneficial combination to add to your home or home automation system. Adding video surveillance can help you keep an eye of your home, and ensure your family members are safe and secure. Home security and surveillance systems allow you to view live video of your home over the Internet on …
DIY Home Automation or Professionally Installed?
Deciding whether to have a DIYÂ home automation system or have it professionally installed is a personal choice. Many people like the challenge of a technical project, but others do not. It depends on how interested you are in home automation or if you just like what it can do for you. Of course, expense is another factor, since some people aging …
What is a Home Automation System?
What is a home automation system and what does it do? A home automation system is a network of sensors, controllers, switches, interfaces and devices that allow a person to have control over the devices connected to the network, including responses to certain events. A home automation network can be wired, wireless (WiFi) or a combination of …