What is a property exit sensor?
The property exit sensor is designed to monitor the safety of people with cognitive impairments who may be prone to leaving their homes for extended periods at inappropriate times of the day or night, putting themselves at risk.
How does it work?
The property exit sensor is located above the door and comprises a PIR (Passive Infra Red) movement detector, door contacts and a Telecare Interface Module which together detect if someone has walked out of the door and not returned.
The alarm can be set to activate for certain periods of the day, and will raise an alarm to either the carer or the monitoring centre.
Who is it for?
The property exit sensor can be to provide flexible solutions for independent care homes, sheltered accommodation or individual dwellings.
Why is it needed?
The system has many benefits, primarily that of helping people with dementia to live safely independent in the community.
It allows appropriate action to be taken as quickly as possible to ensure the user is returned to a safe environment, and can also help to alleviate the emotional and physical stress of caring for someone who may leave their home and be unable to return unassisted.
How to order
To order call 01708 432 843 or email telecare@havering.gov.uk