SmartBuildingsCompass: Your guide to smart living in old age

If you are building, buying or renovating a house in or for old age, it is best to think without...

One of the consequences of smart assistance technology: Users were able to sleep better. Credit: Shutterstock

Tech / Tools

“I feel safe – even when I’m alone.”

How smart technology gives older people peace of mind, security and more freedom in everyday life: a Southeast Asian study...

Drinking enough water is essential, especially in old age. If having a water pitcher on the table as a kind of “reminder” isn't enough, there are tools available to help you remember to drink. Credit: Shutterstock

Orientation

Drinking reminders: Solutions against dehydration in old age

Drinking is essential, especially in summer. We show which concepts there are for reminding people to drink and which systems...

Free assistance service when boarding, changing trains, and exiting (at approx. 600 stations in Germany and 150 stations in Austria). Registration at least 24 hours in advance (by phone or online). Credit: OEBB/Eisenberger

Feature

Accessibility on vacation: How to travel safely and comfortably

Traveling is a part of quality of life. For people traveling with a wheelchair or rollator, it often takes a...

Heat does not have to be a risk – if you know how to protect yourself. By taking precautions early on, watching out for warning signs, and using modern aids when necessary, you can enjoy summer. Credit: Shutterstock

Building & Renovating

Stay cool: How older people can get through the summer safely