Home care has become pivotal in supporting the US’s aging and home-bound population. And, like other fields in the healthcare industry, home care agencies are transforming their operations through the integration of artificial intelligence (AI). AI’s capabilities offer promising solutions to many of the daily challenges faced by home care providers, caregivers, and patients alike.

1. Enhanced Patient Monitoring

One of the most significant contributions of AI to home care is its ability to monitor patients in real-time. By tracking vital signs, detecting anomalies, and predicting potential health risks before they become critical, AI can alert caregivers and home care providers if a patient’s heart rate falls outside of a safe range, if a fall has occurred, or if medications were missed, among several other instances. AI allows for timely interventions, so caregivers and home care providers can provide high quality, proactive care. (more…)