TechnologySeptember 1, 2026

telecare

TEL-ih-kair

Definition

A remote monitoring service that uses communications technology to provide safety and support to individuals, such as the elderly or vulnerable, typically in their own homes.

Etymology

A portmanteau derived from the Greek 'tele' meaning 'at a distance' and the English word 'care', reflecting its use in providing health and safety support remotely.

In the news

In this article, telecare is cited as an example of a legacy system that currently relies on PSTN infrastructure and must be updated to ensure continued operation after the network switch-off.

Preparing critical services for the PSTN switch-off

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