Category Archives: Assistive Technology

March 2026

Supporting Safer Nights with an Adi Epilepsy Bed Sensor

Supporting Safer Nights with an Adi Epilepsy Bed Sensor Living with epilepsy at any age or supporting someone who does, often means living with uncertainty. Seizures can occur without warning, and night-time events can be especially concerning when a person is alone or asleep. The Adi Epilepsy Bed Sensor has been designed to bring reassurance into these moments, offering a discreet, reliable […]

March 2026

What Matters Most When Choosing a Trusted Personal Alarm Solution

What Matters Most When Choosing a Trusted Personal Alarm Solution Choosing a personal alarm is about far more than selecting a device. For many people, this decision comes at a stressful or uncertain time, such as after a fall, a stay in the hospital, the start of living alone, or the loss of a spouse […]

January 2026

Protecting Standards in the Telecare (TEC) Industry

Protecting Standards in the Technology Enabled Care Industry As the technology enabled care (TEC) industry grows, it plays an increasingly important role in helping people live safely and independently. But with rising demand comes greater responsibility to ensure that devices and services are safe, trustworthy, and fit for purpose. This is where industry standards, and […]

December 2025

Summer Safety for Seniors: How to Protect Loved Ones from Heat Risks

Summer Safety for Seniors: How to Protect Loved Ones from Heat Risks Summer across Australia and New Zealand is a season we all look forward to, long days, warm weather, and time with family. But for older adults, especially those living alone or in retirement villages, summer can bring hidden dangers. High temperatures combined with […]

December 2025

Aged Care Reform: Why Technology Must Be at the Heart of Change

Aged care at a turning point: why technology-enabled care must sit at the heart of New Zealand’s reform by: Abby Moore, CEO, Chiptech Coming out of Health Infomatics New Zealand Digtal Health Week 2025 (HiNZ), one theme has stayed with me – that our aged care system is changing whether we are ready or not. On […]

October 2025

#ChipFest25

#ChipFest25 We had the privilege of hosting some of our key Australian and New Zealand customers at our very first #ChipFest event in October. It was a fantastic opportunity to collaborate, share insights, and explore the future of technology-enabled care (TEC). A look behind the scenes Guests were taken on a tour through our production […]

September 2025

Not All Personal Alarms Are Created Equal

Not All Personal Are Alarms Created Equal Personal alarm devices have become a critical safety tool for older adults and people living with disabilities. These devices provide peace of mind for individuals and their loved ones, offering the reassurance that help is just a button press away. But not all personal alarms offer the same […]

August 2025

Why Smarter Fall Detection Matters

Why Smarter Fall Detection Matters. Every year, thousands of older adults across both Australia and New Zealand experience falls that lead to hospitalisation. Many live alone, and the longer they remain on the floor without help, the greater the chance of complications such as hypothermia, dehydration, pressure injuries, or even death. While pendant alarms and […]

July 2025

Preventing Falls in the Community: The Role of Medication Management and Assistive Technology

Preventing Falls in the Community: The Role of Medication Management and Assistive Technology Falls continue to be the leading cause of injury and hospitalisation among older adults across New Zealand and Australia, often resulting in significant physical, psychological, and economic consequences. Yet some of these falls and the ongoing impacts they create, are preventable through […]