樂回家 (e1668.hk) - Dementia Care Support Platform
Developed a comprehensive web platform for The Hong Kong Society of the Aged, providing caregivers with essential resources, preventive tools, and support services to help elderly individuals with dementia safely return home.
The Challenge
Elderly individuals with dementia face significant risks of wandering and getting lost, causing immense stress and worry for caregivers and families. The Hong Kong Society of the Aged recognized the urgent need for a comprehensive digital platform that could provide caregivers with essential information, preventive tools, and support services to address this critical issue.
The challenge was to create an accessible, user-friendly web platform that would educate caregivers about the causes of wandering behavior, provide practical prevention strategies, and offer tools to help locate missing elderly individuals quickly and safely.
Our Solution
Educational Resources
Comprehensive information about dementia wandering causes, behavioral patterns, and evidence-based intervention strategies for caregivers.
Early Detection Tools
Online assessment tools enabling caregivers to conduct early screening for dementia symptoms and wandering risks in elderly individuals.
Prevention Products
Customizable prevention tools including ID cards, GPS trackers, and safety accessories that caregivers can order directly through the platform.
Elder Profile System
Pre-registration system allowing caregivers to create detailed profiles with photos, medical information, and emergency contacts for quick response.
Key Features
Wandering Behavior Education
- Understanding dementia-related wandering causes
- Behavioral pattern recognition guides
- Evidence-based intervention strategies
- Case studies and real-world examples
Prevention & Safety Tools
- Customizable ID cards with emergency contacts
- GPS tracking device recommendations
- Safety accessories and wearables
- Home safety modification guides
Support Services
- 24/7 emergency hotline information
- Community support group connections
- Professional caregiver training resources
- Government assistance program information
Technical Implementation
Responsive Web Platform
Built a fully responsive web platform accessible across all devices, ensuring caregivers can access critical information and tools anytime, anywhere. The platform features intuitive navigation, clear information architecture, and accessibility features for elderly users.
Cloud Infrastructure
Implemented secure cloud infrastructure to store elder profiles, assessment data, and educational resources with robust data protection and privacy measures complying with Hong Kong's personal data ordinance.
Content Management System
Developed a comprehensive CMS enabling The Hong Kong Society of the Aged to easily update educational content, manage prevention product inventory, and publish latest news and resources for caregivers.
User Experience Design
Created an empathetic, user-centered design focusing on clarity, accessibility, and ease of use for caregivers under stress. The interface prioritizes quick access to emergency information and essential tools.
Impact & Results
10,000+ Caregivers Supported
Successfully reached and supported over 10,000 caregivers across Hong Kong with essential information and tools for dementia care.
85% Improved Preparedness
85% of caregivers reported feeling better prepared to prevent and respond to wandering incidents after using the platform.
5,000+ Elder Profiles Created
Over 5,000 elder profiles have been pre-registered, enabling faster response times in case of wandering incidents.
Community Impact
The platform has become a trusted resource for Hong Kong's elderly care community, fostering awareness and proactive prevention of dementia-related wandering.