Fact Sheet H6
A PIR motion sensor is a wireless movement detector that can be used to detect both movement (exiting a room or bed, intruder monitoring) and lack of movement (inactivity monitoring).
KEY BENEFITS:
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Preventative measure
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Promotes independence
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Supports carers and families (can support from afar)
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Reduces risk
This sensor is available as:
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Standalone equipment whereby the family/carer living with the client has a portable pager and is alerted instantly as soon as the PIR sensor detects motion.
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Lifeline (telecare) whereby the monitoring centre is alerted initially following motion detection, prior to making contact with the responder (family member/carer).
PIR motion sensors are used in situations whereby the service user is prone to wandering during the day/night and is vulnerable or at risk of injury; is likely to experience inactivity as a result of a fall or other incident within the home; and is at risk of unwanted callers.
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Provision of the type of PIR motion sensor (Lifeline or standalone) is based on whom needs alerting and whether they want alerting to movement or inactivity.
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Provides reassurance to family/carers that they can respond in a timely manner and take appropriate action.
For more information/advice regarding
Assistive Technology equipment, please contact 01733 747474
AT Fact Sheet H6 August 2015