Wireless Sensor Network Based Home Monitoring System for Wellness Determination of Elderly
Abstract
Wireless sensor network based home monitoring system for elderly activity behavior involves functional assessment of daily activities. Here we estimate the wellbeing condition of elders based on usage of household appliances connected to various sensing units. This paper describes monitoring of elder person’s activities and gives their wellness at any time in home with the use of wireless sensor network. The developed system defines new wellness functions to determine the status of elderly on performing essential daily activities. The developed system was tested at the homes of elderly person living alone and the results are encouraging in determining wellness of the elderly.
