Over recent months at Miracle Electronics we have been shining the light on falls prevention technology products and this month we do so again – in more ways than one.
Why this continued focus on falls prevention? Simple – falls in aged care settings not only result in physical injury but can also lead to emotional trauma, increased dependency, and even a decline in overall health. The ability to detect falls immediately and prevent many from happening in the first place is a crucial step forward for aged care.
At Miracle Electronics, we are dedicated to being helping aged care providers protect residents and support staff with the latest and most effective falls prevention technology. Each technology has its own benefits and making a decision can be confusing. That is where our team at Miracle can take some of the overwhelm away. It’s our job to know them all, choose the best, and match solutions to your specific requirements.
As part of our continuing series on falls protection solutions, we take a look at smart lighting delivered through Nobi – the smartest lamp in the world.
Nobi is more than a light fixture, it’s an intelligent, AI-powered fall detection and prevention system accessible across Europe, USA, UK and New Zealand/Australia.
What is Nobi?
Nobi is a discreet ceiling-mounted lamp embedded with state-of-the-art AI and optical sensors. This smart light continuously monitors the environment, detecting falls, risky behaviours, and unusual activity, all while preserving the privacy of the individual.
The AI system, trained over six years on more than 195,000 real-life scenarios, ensures 100% fall detection accuracy, eliminating the risk of unnoticed or “hidden” falls. If a fall does occur, Nobi alerts care staff immediately, enabling a rapid response dramatically reduces the chances of long-lie falls.
Real-World Results: The Hartland House Pilot
The impact of Nobi was clearly demonstrated in a pilot project funded by the NHS Lancashire and South Cumbria Integrated Care Board (ICB) at Hartland House in Cumbria. Originally planned as a six-month pilot, the technology proved so effective it was rolled out across the entire care home after just four months.
Prior to the installation of Nobi, the average response time to a fall was 57 minutes. With Nobi in place, this was reduced to under 2 minutes. A technology success that enabled a life-changing improvement for residents and peace of mind for families and caregivers.
Prevention Is Better Than Cure
Fall detection is important but fall prevention is where Nobi shines. The system prevented 84% of potential falls at Hartland House by addressing key risks before they could lead to accidents. Nobi achieves this with a combination of features:
- Automatic Lighting: Nobi automatically lights up when someone enters or exits a room, reducing the risk of tripping in the dark.
- Night Light Function: When a resident gets out of bed at night, Nobi gently illuminates their path, helping prevent disorientation or accidents en route to the bathroom.
- Proactive Alerts: If a resident exhibits risky behaviour, such as frequently getting out of bed or leaving their room, Nobi sends a notification to caregivers, allowing them to step in before an incident occurs.
- Fall Analysis: Nobi provides visual context (using privacy-protected stick figures) after a fall, helping staff and families understand what happened and how to avoid it in the future.
Smart Care, Smarter Support
Nobi is more than just a fall detection system – it’s an intelligent care tool. With its smart dashboard, care providers can monitor rooms discreetly and gather valuable data, allowing them to make better-informed decisions and offer more proactive, personalised care.
Nobi’s reporting features include:
- Live Check: Monitor rooms in real time without invasive checks.
- Night Report: Gain insight into sleep patterns.
- Behaviour Monitoring: Understand residents’ movements and habits to identify early signs of potential health issues.
- Fall Analysis Report: Document incidents and support ongoing fall prevention planning.
Privacy is always protected
Nobi processes all data locally using its onboard Nvidia processor. No images are stored unless a fall occurs, and even then, users control exactly what is shared. Most fall images are shown as unidentifiable stick figures, giving carers the insight they need without compromising dignity.
Could Nobi be right for your Care Setting?
At Miracle Electronics, we only work with solutions that offer real-world results, enhance the safety of vulnerable people, and support the wellbeing of aged care workers. Nobi ticks every box.
- Reduces falls before they happen
- Detects every fall without fail
- Shortens response time to under 4 minutes
- Provides valuable health insights
- Preserves privacy and dignity
- Fits seamlessly into any home or facility
As part of our Falls Prevention Network, Nobi complements other solutions we offer, giving care providers a multi-layered approach to keeping residents safe and supported. Nobi is called the smartest lamp in the world and it could be a smart addition in falls detection and prevention for your clients.
To find out if Nobi could work within your care environment get in touch with our team at Miracle Electronics. New Zealand 0800 80 64 72 / Australia 1800 80 64 72 team to discuss your falls prevention needs.
We’re here to support your care with trusted technology that puts safety first.
