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Authors Home Modification Information Clearinghouse Published 30th November 2021 Audience Industry ISBN 978-0-7334-4017-5 DOI 10.26288/61b7f36d20462
“Home automations” or “smart controls” for the home can be very useful for older people and people with disabilities with mobility limitations and/or are sensitive to environmental parameters, such as high/low indoor temperatures, lighting, etc. This factsheet aims to present the main categories of home automations that can be particularly useful for older people and people with disabilities and describe some considerations for their installation, in new or existing homes.
What can home automation assist with
Technical requirements
Activation of smart controls
Security risks
Funding for purchasing and installing home automations
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