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Elderly Care and Indoor Security Monitoring Case Study

Family wanted gentle, privacy-respecting monitoring of an elderly parent living alone.

Written by Dr. Ashraf Nouri, Founder & CEOReviewed by Smart Citizens Technical TeamLast updated (published )
Area
Dubai (anonymized)
Property
Apartment + nearby family villa
Client
Family with elderly parent
Timeline
4 days

Challenge

Family wanted gentle, privacy-respecting monitoring of an elderly parent living alone.

Smart Citizens solution

Smart Citizens configured motion-based check-ins, door alerts and panic-button workflows — no indoor cameras.

Devices and systems installed

  • Motion sensors
  • Door sensors
  • Panic button
  • Smart lighting (night paths)

Integration

Smart Citizens App with caregiver notifications.

Outcome

Reassuring daily visibility with respect for privacy.

Estimated benefit

Estimated benefit: improved safety monitoring and faster family response.

Before

No visibility unless phoning each day.

After

Quiet check-ins, night path lighting and instant alerts on doors.

Frequently asked questions

+ How long does a project like this take?

Most elderly care monitoring projects in Dubai are scoped during a free site visit. Typical timelines range from a few days for apartments to 3–6 weeks for large villas, depending on cabling and finishing trades.

+ Does this require permission from the building or developer?

For apartments we usually only need a standard NOC. For villas, retrofits typically don't need approvals. Smart Citizens handles paperwork where required.

+ Is the system controlled from one app?

Yes. All Smart Citizens-deployed devices are unified in the Smart Citizens App, with role-based access for owner, family members and staff.

+ What happens after handover?

Every project includes onboarding, a 3-year replacement warranty on Smart Citizens devices, and an optional AMC for ongoing support and tuning.

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