What is Telecare?

The TSA's telecare definition is:- Telecare is support and assistance provided at a distance using information and communication technology.  It is the continuous, automatic and remote monitoring of users by means of sensors to enable them to continue living in their own home, while minimising risks such as a fall, gas and flood detection and relate to other real time emergencies and lifestyle changes over time.

From http://www.telecare.org.uk/consumer-services/what-is-telecare