Abstract: ABSTRACT The present invention provides an eldercare system that integrates in-home caregiving services with community-based residential living options. The platform, accessible via a website or mobile app, connects elderly individuals with vetted caregivers for services such as cooking, grocery shopping, and caregiving. It also offers a residential option where seniors can enjoy companionship, shared living spaces, and on-site amenities. Users can create personalized care plans, communicate with caregivers, and securely manage bookings and payments. The system is designed to evolve with the individual’s needs, providing flexible options for transitioning between in-home and residential care. Key features include personalized care plans, secure payment processing, real-time caregiver scheduling, and community-building tools. This invention enhances the quality of life for seniors by combining practical care with social engagement, promoting independence, safety, and well-being. Figure 1
Description:TECHNICAL FIELD
[0001] The present invention relates to the field of comprised platforms for social issues and automated systems thereof, and more particularly, the present invention relates to an Eldercare system.
BACKGROUND ART
[0002] The following discussion of the background of the invention is intended to facilitate an understanding of the present invention. However, it should be appreciated that the discussion is not an acknowledgment or admission that any of the material referred to was published, known, or part of the common general knowledge in any jurisdiction as of the application’s priority date. The details provided herein the background if belongs to any publication is taken only as a reference for describing the problems, in general terminologies or principles or both of science and technology in the associated prior art.
[0003] The aging population is growing rapidly, and with it, the demand for elderly care services is increasing. Many seniors wish to remain in the comfort of their homes while receiving the support they need for daily activities, such as cooking, grocery shopping, and general caregiving. However, finding reliable, qualified in-home care can be a significant challenge. This demographic often struggles with navigating multiple, fragmented services, resulting in unmet care needs and reduced quality of life.
[0004] Additionally, beyond just physical care, many elderly individuals face loneliness and isolation, as they may live far from family members or social networks. The desire for companionship and community becomes equally important, yet options for seniors to access both personalized in-home care and social environments are often limited. While there are assisted living facilities and nursing homes, many do not provide flexible, customizable solutions that address both the need for individual care and opportunities for social engagement.
[0005] At present, the market for elderly care services is largely divided into two categories: in-home caregiving and residential facilities. Each category tends to operate independently, offering limited integration for elderly individuals who may need both options over time or simultaneously. Moreover, there is a lack of comprehensive platforms that allow seniors and their families to efficiently find and manage these services, leaving a significant gap in the eldercare ecosystem.
[0006] The available systems are not economical, accurate and time efficient. Further, the available systems are not user-friendly as these systems take time to respond. Some of the systems are not effectively used for remote locations. Also, the available systems are provided with the wrong information, which may mislead the user.
[0007] Although, there are a number of solutions in the form of eldercare system, none of them are specially designed with an accurate solution. Although, some of the prior existing solutions attempt to create reliable and economical systems for, this solution fails to meet the user’s requirement. In view of the above prior art, it can be understood that many systems have been designed in an attempt to provide a similar solution, however, they are bulky, expensive, and inefficient.
[0008] In light of the foregoing, there is a need for an eldercare system that overcomes problems prevalent in the prior art associated with the traditionally available method or system, of the above-mentioned inventions that can be used with the presented disclosed technique with or without modification.
[0009] All publications herein are incorporated by reference to the same extent as if each individual publication or patent application were specifically and individually indicated to be incorporated by reference. Where a definition or use of a term in an incorporated reference is inconsistent or contrary to the definition of that term provided herein, the definition of that term provided herein applies, and the definition of that term in the reference does not apply.
OBJECTS OF THE INVENTION
[0010] The principal object of the present invention is to overcome the disadvantages of the prior art by providing Eldercare system that to develop a comprehensive online platform that connects elderly individuals with skilled caregivers for in-home care services while also offering residential living options for seniors who desire companionship and community-based living.
[0011] Another object of the present invention is to provide Eldercare system that provides an easy-to-use website and mobile application that allows seniors and their families to seamlessly browse, select, and book qualified caregivers for various services, such as caregiving, cooking, and grocery shopping, all from the convenience of their homes.
[0012] Another object of the present invention is to provide Eldercare system that offers an integrated platform that combines both at-home care services and residential living arrangements, allowing seniors to transition between or utilize both services as their needs evolve over time.
[0013] Another object of the present invention is to provide Eldercare system that provides a residential old-age home option that emphasizes social interaction, companionship, and community engagement, enabling elderly residents to live in a supportive, activity-rich environment that promotes mental and emotional well-being.
[0014] Another object of the present invention is to provide Eldercare system that
facilitates the creation of personalized care plans that cater to the specific needs and preferences of each senior, whether they opt for in-home care or choose to stay in the residential community.
[0015] Another object of the present invention is to provide Eldercare system that builds a platform that ensures transparency in the caregiver selection process by offering detailed caregiver profiles, reviews, and secure communication tools, ensuring that families can make informed decisions.
[0016] Another object of the present invention is to provide Eldercare system that
integrates a secure payment system that allows users to effortlessly arrange and pay for in-home services or residential stays, ensuring a seamless and reliable transaction process.
[0017] Another object of the present invention is to provide Eldercare system that ensures that all caregivers are thoroughly vetted, highly trained, and capable of delivering high-quality, compassionate care tailored to the individual needs of elderly clients, promoting safety and well-being.
[0018] Another object of the present invention is to provide Eldercare system that empowers elderly individuals to maintain their independence by providing access to flexible care services that enable them to continue living comfortably in their own homes or within a communal setting that supports their lifestyle.
[0019] The foregoing and other objects of the present invention will become readily apparent upon further review of the following detailed description of the embodiments as illustrated in the accompanying drawings.
SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
[0020] The present invention relates to Eldercare system.
[0021] In one aspect of the present invention, the system includes an online platform, accessible via a website or mobile application, configured to connect elderly individuals with caregivers; wherein said platform enabling users to browse, select, and schedule caregivers for in-home services, including but not limited to caregiving, cooking, and grocery shopping; a residential living option integrated within the platform, offering community-based housing for seniors, providing companionship, shared living spaces, and on-site amenities; and a secure payment system allowing users to arrange and manage both in-home care services and residential stays.
[0022] In another aspect of the present invention, the platform provides personalized care plans tailored to the specific needs of each senior, based on preferences selected by the user or a caregiver.
[0023] In another aspect of the present invention, the caregivers are vetted and certified, and users can access detailed caregiver profiles, reviews, and ratings for the selection process.
[0024] In another aspect of the present invention, the residential living option includes features comprising: group activities and social engagement programs; access to shared amenities such as dining areas, recreational facilities, and medical support.
[0025] In another aspect of the present invention, the system comprising secure communication tools integrated into the platform, enabling users or family members to communicate directly with caregivers or residential staff.
[0026] In another aspect of the present invention, the online platform provides real-time scheduling and availability of caregivers, enabling immediate or future bookings for in-home services.
[0027] In another aspect of the present invention, the residential living option is adaptable to different levels of care, allowing for transition from independent living to assisted living as the needs of the senior evolve.
[0028] In another aspect of the present invention, the secure payment system is configured to offer multiple payment options, including subscriptions, one-time payments, and installment plans, ensuring flexibility for users.
[0029] In another aspect of the present invention, the platform provides periodic updates and reminders to users regarding upcoming caregiving sessions, residential activities, or payment schedules.
[0030] While the invention has been described and shown with reference to the preferred embodiment, it will be apparent that variations might be possible that would fall within the scope of the present invention.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS
[0031] So that the manner in which the above-recited features of the present invention can be understood in detail, a more particular description of the invention, briefly summarized above, may have been referred by embodiments, some of which are illustrated in the appended drawings. It is to be noted, however, that the appended drawings illustrate only typical embodiments of this invention and are therefore not to be considered limiting of its scope, for the invention may admit to other equally effective embodiments.
[0032] These and other features, benefits, and advantages of the present invention will become apparent by reference to the following text figure, with like reference numbers referring to like structures across the views, wherein:
[0033] Figure 1 shows a block diagram for eldercare system, in accordance with an exemplary embodiment of the present invention.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION
[0034] While the present invention is described herein by way of example using embodiments and illustrative drawings, those skilled in the art will recognize that the invention is not limited to the embodiments of drawing or drawings described and are not intended to represent the scale of the various components. Further, some components that may form a part of the invention may not be illustrated in certain figures, for ease of illustration, and such omissions do not limit the embodiments outlined in any way. It should be understood that the drawings and the detailed description thereto are not intended to limit the invention to the particular form disclosed, but on the contrary, the invention is to cover all modifications, equivalents, and alternatives falling within the scope of the present invention as defined by the appended claim.
[0035] As used throughout this description, the word "may" is used in a permissive sense (i.e. meaning having the potential to), rather than the mandatory sense, (i.e. meaning must). Further, the words "a" or "an" mean "at least one” and the word “plurality” means “one or more” unless otherwise mentioned. Furthermore, the terminology and phraseology used herein are solely used for descriptive purposes and should not be construed as limiting in scope. Language such as "including," "comprising," "having," "containing," or "involving," and variations thereof, is intended to be broad and encompass the subject matter listed thereafter, equivalents, and additional subject matter not recited, and is not intended to exclude other additives, components, integers, or steps. Likewise, the term "comprising" is considered synonymous with the terms "including" or "containing" for applicable legal purposes. Any discussion of documents, acts, materials, devices, articles, and the like are included in the specification solely for the purpose of providing a context for the present invention. It is not suggested or represented that any or all these matters form part of the prior art base or were common general knowledge in the field relevant to the present invention.
[0036] In this disclosure, whenever a composition or an element or a group of elements is preceded with the transitional phrase “comprising”, it is understood that we also contemplate the same composition, element, or group of elements with transitional phrases “consisting of”, “consisting”, “selected from the group of consisting of, “including”, or “is” preceding the recitation of the composition, element or group of elements and vice versa.
[0037] The present invention is described hereinafter by various embodiments with reference to the accompanying drawing, wherein reference numerals used in the accompanying drawing correspond to the like elements throughout the description. This invention may, however, be embodied in many different forms and should not be construed as limited to the embodiment set forth herein. Rather, the embodiment is provided so that this disclosure will be thorough and complete and will fully convey the scope of the invention to those skilled in the art. In the following detailed description, numeric values and ranges are provided for various aspects of the implementations described. These values and ranges are to be treated as examples only and are not intended to limit the scope of the claims. In addition, several materials are identified as suitable for various facets of the implementations. These materials are to be treated as exemplary and are not intended to limit the scope of the invention.
[0038] The present invention relates to an eldercare system.
[0039] In one aspect of the present invention, the system includes an online platform, accessible via a website or mobile application, configured to connect elderly individuals with caregivers; wherein said platform enabling users to browse, select, and schedule caregivers for in-home services, including but not limited to caregiving, cooking, and grocery shopping; a residential living option integrated within the platform, offering community-based housing for seniors, providing companionship, shared living spaces, and on-site amenities; and a secure payment system allowing users to arrange and manage both in-home care services and residential stays.
[0040] In another aspect of the present invention, the platform provides personalized care plans tailored to the specific needs of each senior, based on preferences selected by the user or a caregiver.
[0041] In another aspect of the present invention, the caregivers are vetted and certified, and users can access detailed caregiver profiles, reviews, and ratings for the selection process.
[0042] In another aspect of the present invention, the residential living option includes features comprising: group activities and social engagement programs; access to shared amenities such as dining areas, recreational facilities, and medical support.
[0043] In another aspect of the present invention, the system comprising secure communication tools integrated into the platform, enabling users or family members to communicate directly with caregivers or residential staff.
[0044] In another aspect of the present invention, the online platform provides real-time scheduling and availability of caregivers, enabling immediate or future bookings for in-home services.
[0045] In another aspect of the present invention, the residential living option is adaptable to different levels of care, allowing for transition from independent living to assisted living as the needs of the senior evolve.
[0046] In another aspect of the present invention, the secure payment system is configured to offer multiple payment options, including subscriptions, one-time payments, and installment plans, ensuring flexibility for users.
[0047] In another aspect of the present invention, the platform provides periodic updates and reminders to users regarding upcoming caregiving sessions, residential activities, or payment schedules.
[0048] Various modifications to these embodiments are apparent to those skilled in the art from the description and the accompanying drawings. The principles associated with the various embodiments described herein may be applied to other embodiments. Therefore, the description is not intended to be limited to the 5 embodiments shown along with the accompanying drawings but is to be providing the broadest scope consistent with the principles and the novel and inventive features disclosed or suggested herein. Accordingly, the invention is anticipated to hold on to all other such alternatives, modifications, and variations that fall within the scope of the present invention and appended claims.
, Claims:CLAIMS
We Claim:
1) An eldercare system, the system comprises:
- an online platform, accessible via a website or mobile application, configured to connect elderly individuals with caregivers; wherein said platform enabling users to browse, select, and schedule caregivers for in-home services, including but not limited to caregiving, cooking, and grocery shopping;
- a residential living option integrated within the platform, offering community-based housing for seniors, providing companionship, shared living spaces, and on-site amenities; and
- a secure payment system allowing users to arrange and manage both in-home care services and residential stays.
2) The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the platform provides personalized care plans tailored to the specific needs of each senior, based on preferences selected by the user or a caregiver.
3) The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the caregivers are vetted and certified, and users can access detailed caregiver profiles, reviews, and ratings for the selection process.
4) The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the residential living option includes features comprising:
- group activities and social engagement programs;
- access to shared amenities such as dining areas, recreational facilities, and medical support.
5) The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the system comprising secure communication tools integrated into the platform, enabling users or family members to communicate directly with caregivers or residential staff.
6) The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the online platform provides real-time scheduling and availability of caregivers, enabling immediate or future bookings for in-home services.
7) The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the residential living option is adaptable to different levels of care, allowing for transition from independent living to assisted living as the needs of the senior evolve.
8) The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the secure payment system is configured to offer multiple payment options, is including subscriptions, one-time payments, and installment plans, ensuring flexibility for users.
9) The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the platform provides periodic updates and reminders to users regarding upcoming caregiving sessions, residential activities, or payment schedules.
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| 1 | 202411071809-STATEMENT OF UNDERTAKING (FORM 3) [23-09-2024(online)].pdf | 2024-09-23 |
| 2 | 202411071809-REQUEST FOR EARLY PUBLICATION(FORM-9) [23-09-2024(online)].pdf | 2024-09-23 |
| 3 | 202411071809-POWER OF AUTHORITY [23-09-2024(online)].pdf | 2024-09-23 |
| 4 | 202411071809-FORM-9 [23-09-2024(online)].pdf | 2024-09-23 |
| 5 | 202411071809-FORM FOR SMALL ENTITY(FORM-28) [23-09-2024(online)].pdf | 2024-09-23 |
| 6 | 202411071809-FORM 1 [23-09-2024(online)].pdf | 2024-09-23 |
| 7 | 202411071809-EVIDENCE FOR REGISTRATION UNDER SSI(FORM-28) [23-09-2024(online)].pdf | 2024-09-23 |
| 8 | 202411071809-EVIDENCE FOR REGISTRATION UNDER SSI [23-09-2024(online)].pdf | 2024-09-23 |
| 9 | 202411071809-EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION(S) [23-09-2024(online)].pdf | 2024-09-23 |
| 10 | 202411071809-DRAWINGS [23-09-2024(online)].pdf | 2024-09-23 |
| 11 | 202411071809-DECLARATION OF INVENTORSHIP (FORM 5) [23-09-2024(online)].pdf | 2024-09-23 |
| 12 | 202411071809-COMPLETE SPECIFICATION [23-09-2024(online)].pdf | 2024-09-23 |