A Game-Changer for the Safety of Vulnerable Individuals
In the UK, over 900,000 people are currently living with dementia, a number projected to rise significantly in the coming years. For families and carers, one of the greatest concerns is the possibility of a loved one becoming disoriented and unable to find their way home. Emergency services often struggle to quickly identify and return vulnerable individuals to safety, leading to distress for both the individual and their families.
To address this growing issue, we have developed a cross-platform mobile application using Flutter that allows loved ones to register vulnerable individuals—particularly those with dementia—so they can be recognised using facial recognition technology on a mobile device.
How the App Works
Our innovative solution allows users to upload key identifiable details, including:
Address and emergency contact information
GP details for medical reference
Why This Matters
Currently, identifying lost or disoriented individuals can be an arduous process, often involving:
Relying on verbal communication, which may be difficult if the person is non-verbal or confused
Checking missing person reports, which is time-consuming
Using traditional ID cards or wristbands, which can be lost or removed
Our app eliminates these barriers, allowing for instant identification and assistance, significantly reducing the time it takes to reunite individuals with their families and ensure their safety.
Future Expansion: Enhancing Safety with Technology
While our current focus is on facial recognition for identification, we have ambitious plans to expand the app’s capabilities. Our next initiative includes:
Integration with wearable radios and tracking devices to alert loved ones if an individual strays beyond a designated safe zone.
Community alert systems that notify nearby users if a registered person is found, enabling faster assistance.
Collaborations with care homes and hospitals to integrate this system into existing patient tracking tools.
This technology is a game-changer for us. Previously, identifying someone with dementia could take hours, sometimes even days. With this app, we can recognise individuals instantly, get them the help they need, and reduce the stress on families waiting for news.
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