October 2022 Special Needs Living Akron/Canton

Sponsor Spotlight

EMPOWERING INDEPENDENT LIVING SafeinHome

By Sarah Smith

Sarah Smith

SafeinHome, a provider of remote supports, assistive, and sensor technologies, empowers people with disabilities to live independently in their own homes and engage in their communities. With a remote staff that’s available 24/7, SafeinHome makes daily living safer while supporting the dignity of choice.

“We all have the right to make our own choices, even when others don’t agree with them. When we can choose for ourselves, we learn, grow, and improve the quality of our lives. That is what the dignity of choice means,” said Clare Husbands, Senior Marketing Manager. “Whether by choosing what we want to wear, where we want to live, how we live, or what we need to reach our goals, every choice helps us know ourselves better. These are choices we all get to make.”

SafeinHome’s remote support provides off-site staff for people with disabilities. The staff provides support with the help of an integrated system of sensors and assistive technology used in and out of the home. Remote Support solutions cover visitor safety, medication management, seizure management, daily activity reminders, community engagement, transitioning youth and much more.

When someone requests SafeinHome’s service, SafeinHome listens to what is important to and what is important for the client. Together with the person, a support plan is designed based on their desires, goals, and risks. This is called person-centered planning that’s integrated with any care plan that may be already in place.

Every person is approached with respect. Each individual has the power to decide what is right for them: the type of support they need, which devices are installed in their home, and even check-in times. SafeinHome is not bossy or authoritative. Decisionmaking to build self-determination (the power to make one’s own choices) and daily living skills is encouraged.

The Remote Support Staff are trained in behavioral health techniques such as trauma-informed care, Acceptance Commitment Therapy, and state-required guidelines. They are available 24/7 at the touch of a button; staff are always there when needed, with respect for privacy and space.

For example, Sally wants to prepare meals more often. Sometimes, Sally forgets to turn the oven off. To help her reach her goals, a stove sensor is installed in her home and a friendly remote check-in from a Remote Staff Team member is arranged. With those worries out of the way, Sally can do what she loves — cooking more!

Eugene loves to go birdwatching in the park. He wants to go by himself but needs to be back by 7 p.m. to take his medication. SafeinHome empowers Eugene to visit the local park and be home in time by providing a GeoComm to take with him. A Remote Staff Member connects with him on his walk to remind him to head back in time to take his medication. If he gets lost, a Remote Staff Member can provide stepby-step instructions and stay connected with Eugene the whole way home.

There are many ways to live independently with a disability. From transitioning from a group home, living in the family home, or living with a roommate, SafeinHome understands that living independently looks different to each person, and is equipped and ready to provide support to help meet the stated goals.

SafeinHome works as a standalone service or with existing support services. The company can take those shifts that might otherwise be hard to fill, like overnights or evenings. The shortage of Direct Support Professionals is not going to end anytime soon, but SafeinHome is here. SafeinHome offers solutions to the needs and desires of each individual.

“We are part of the support team to enable a life lived more independently,” stated Husbands. “SafeinHome Remote Supports is here to empower people with disabilities to be amazing.”

Learn more about SafeinHome at www.safeinhome.com or contact them directly at 855-476-6555.