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How Connected Health Services Can Provide Opportunities for Traditional Security Providers

For traditional home security providers, the emergence of connected health products and monitoring services gives a new opportunity to serve consumers at home.

The number of Americans age 65 and older is expected to double, according to research from Parks Associates, resulting in the growing use and need of various connected health solutions, including PERS.

Over the next several decades, there will be an increased need and demand for smart home devices, on-demand services and security-related solutions aimed at improving the quality of life for seniors and enabling independent living.

From the article 'How Connected Health Services Can Provide Opportunities for Traditional Security Providers" by Dina Abdelrazik.

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