IoT Saving Lives: A Solution for Elderly People

• Rafael M. da Silva Federal Institute of Education, Science, and Technology of Pernambuco (IFPE)
• João G. G. S. Brito Federal Institute of Education, Science, and Technology of Pernambuco (IFPE)
• Marco A. de O. Domingues Federal Institute of Education, Science, and Technology of Pernambuco (IFPE)
• Lilian O. Ramires Federal Rural University of Pernambuco (UFRPE) https://orcid.org/0009-0004-2385-8699
• Anderson L. S. Moreira Federal Institute of Pernambuco (IFPE) https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1455-5528

DOI: https://doi.org/10.5753/sbbd_estendido.2024.243942

Abstract

This article presents the development and deployment of a monitoring system specifically designed for the elderly. It focuses particularly on the detection and quick alerting of caregivers about falls, which pose a significant health risk to seniors. The urgency for this technology arises from the aging population in Brazil. The presented system is built on the Amazon Web Services (AWS) platform with the ESP32 board, providing a modular, scalable, and highly secure base for storing and processing data. By integrating Internet of Things (IoT) technology with customized wearable devices and a mobile application, the system identifies harmful events and automatically sends notifications to designated contacts. Additionally, its connection to real-time data visualization tools, specifically Amazon TimeStream and Grafana, offers detailed insights into the collected data, which are crucial for continuous monitoring and analysis after incidents. This system promotes the improvement and well-being of elderly people, enhancing their quality of life and offering peace to their families.

Keywords: IoT, Health, Elderly

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