Supervision and Communication
Support for Long-Term Care Services
Functional Training Support
Meal and Nutrition Management Support
Support for Daily Living with Dementia / Dementia Care Support
Transfer Assistance (Dressing)
A wearable device that provides power assistance to caregivers.
Definition of Priority Areas (Items for Development)
It helps older adults and others transfer safely and with peace of mind between beds, wheelchairs, toilets, and other surfaces without strain.
Worn by the caregiver, it reduces physical strain during patient transfers.
A single caregiver can operate this device from the start to the completion of the transfer.
A caregiver should be able to put it on and take it off by themselves.
Transfer assistance (without equipment)
A non-wearable device designed to assist caregivers with patient transfers.
Definition of Priority Areas (Items for Development)
It helps older adults and others transfer safely and with peace of mind between beds, wheelchairs, toilets, and other surfaces without strain.
A single caregiver can operate this device from the start to the completion of the transfer.
To assist with all or part of the effort required to transfer a person in need of care.
This does not involve installation work at residential properties, such as the installation of foundations for equipment.
Excluding suspended mobile lifts.
Mobility Support (Outdoors)
A walking assistance device that uses robotic technology to help elderly people and others get around and safely carry their belongings.
Definition of Priority Areas (Items for Development)
A hand-pushed device (such as a walker or mobility scooter) designed for use by a single person.
It can assist elderly people and others in walking on their own. It is not intended for passengers.
It can be moved while carrying a load.
It assists with movement using a motor or similar mechanism. (It provides propulsion when going uphill and applies braking force when going downhill.)
It has four or more wheels.
This wheel size ensures stable movement on uneven terrain. (Note: Stability when traveling on gravel roads or over curbs on sidewalks is a factor evaluated during the stage gate review.)
When in its standard configuration or folded, it is small enough to fit inside the cabin or trunk of a standard passenger car.
It has a manual brake.
It is waterproofed so that leaving it outdoors in the rain will not affect its functionality.
The weight that the caregiver can lift (30 kg or less)
Mobility Assistance (Indoors)
A robotic walking aid designed to assist older adults and others with indoor mobility and standing/sitting movements, particularly when traveling to and from the restroom and maintaining posture while in the restroom.
Definition of Priority Areas (Items for Development)
It can be used independently or with the assistance of a single caregiver.
It can assist users in walking on their own. It is not intended for passengers.
Designed primarily for standing up from chairs in dining rooms and living rooms, as well as from beds, it assists users in standing up from a seated position in a chair or on the edge of a bed.
Conventional walking aids may also be used in conjunction with this device.
Even in a standard household bathroom, it can be used without requiring any special steps,
To prevent falls during the sequence of movements performed in the restroom (sitting down and standing up from the toilet seat, pulling up and down pants, wiping, and turning around inside the restroom), extra points will be awarded if the individual is able to maintain a stable posture.
Mobility Assistance (Fitting)
Wearable mobility assistance devices that utilize robotic technology to support the mobility of older adults and others, helping to prevent falls and assist with walking.
Definition of Priority Areas (Items for Development)
A wearable device intended for use by a single person.
It can detect movements that could lead to falls in users who are able to walk independently, notify the user, and help prevent falls. Alternatively, it can assist users who are able to move about independently with standing, sitting, and walking.
Walking aids and similar devices may be used in conjunction with this.
Bowel Movement Support (Prediction and Detection)
A device that predicts or detects the need to use the restroom and assists in determining the appropriate timing and guiding the user to the restroom.
Definition of Priority Areas (Items for Development)
Based on physiological data related to urination or defecation in older adults and others, as well as environmental changes such as temperature and humidity, the system can predict the need to use the restroom before it occurs or detect it after it has occurred. The purpose of predicting the need to use the restroom is to encourage independent use of the toilet and optimize the use of diapers.
Based on predictions or detection results, it is possible to guide elderly individuals to the restroom or provide assistance with toileting at the appropriate time.
When worn by the elderly or others, it must be easy to put on and take off, and designed with consideration for those with fragile skin.
Extra points will be awarded if the system can distinguish between urination and defecation and predict the need to use the restroom before it occurs or detect it after it has occurred.
Bonus points will be awarded if the system can be expanded to include additional features or integrate broadly with other devices and software—such as care record systems, care plan creation support software, and the Scientific Care Information System (LIFE)—and if data utilization is possible (including integration between care record systems and the Scientific Care Information System (LIFE)).
Bonus points will be awarded if the activity contributes to increased participation in outings and other activities.
Bowel Care (Waste Management)
A toilet equipped with robot technology for waste disposal, featuring an adjustable installation position.
Definition of Priority Areas (Items for Development)
A toilet used by occupants in a living space. To prevent the odor of waste from spreading throughout the room, waste is flushed outside or sealed in a container or bag to isolate it.
The ability to adjust the indoor installation location.
Toilet Assistance (Mobility Assistance)
A device that uses robotics to assist with the series of movements involved in toileting, such as putting on and taking off undergarments
Definition of Priority Areas (Items for Development)
The user can use it independently or with the assistance of a single caregiver.
It can assist with the series of actions involved in using the restroom, such as putting on and taking off underwear.
Extra points will be awarded if the caregiver is able to assist with turning around inside the restroom, sitting down and standing up from the toilet seat, and wiping.
Extra points will be awarded if the system can detect the user’s posture inside the restroom or the completion of the bowel movement and notify the caregiver.
Bonus points will be awarded if the product can be used in a standard household bathroom.
Supervision (Facility)
A system or platform comprising various sensors and other devices equipped with external communication capabilities, designed for use in long-term care facilities.
Definition of Priority Areas (Items for Development)
Equipped with various sensors and external communication capabilities, this system enables the simultaneous monitoring of multiple elderly individuals by supporting the automation of tasks for care workers while preserving the dignity of the elderly.
Information can be shared simultaneously with care staff and others located throughout the facility.
In addition to functions such as detecting the condition of elderly individuals and changes in their condition, and notifying caregivers or the individuals themselves, the system is capable of storing information and data.
As a platform for monitoring the elderly and others, it can be expanded to include additional functions and can be widely integrated with other devices and software, such as care record systems, care plan creation support software, and the Scientific Care Information System (LIFE) (including integration between care record systems and the Scientific Care Information System (LIFE)), thereby enabling the utilization of data.
Do not rely solely on information obtained from actions taken by the elderly and others to voluntarily seek help (such as pressing a button or calling out).
It can be used day or night.
Home Care
A system or platform for home use that incorporates various sensors and other devices equipped with external communication capabilities.
Definition of Priority Areas (Items for Development)
Equipped with various sensors and external communication capabilities, this system enables remote monitoring in the home while preserving the dignity of elderly residents and supporting the automation of tasks performed by care workers.
In addition to functions such as detecting the condition of elderly individuals and changes in their condition, and notifying family members, caregivers, and others, or alerting the elderly individuals themselves, the system can also store information and data.
As a platform for monitoring the elderly and others, it can be expanded to include additional features and seamlessly integrated with other devices and software, such as care record systems and care plan creation tools.
Do not rely solely on information obtained from actions taken by the elderly and others to voluntarily seek help (such as pressing a button or calling out).
It is not required for older adults and others to carry or wear a device.
If the system can monitor multiple rooms simultaneously, it will receive bonus points.
Extra points will be awarded if supervision in the bathroom is possible.
Bonus points will be awarded if it can be used in low-light conditions.
Bonus points will be awarded if the collected information is shared with a multidisciplinary team—including care managers and regional comprehensive support centers—and used to facilitate the provision of care services tailored to individual needs.
Additional points will be awarded if the system includes a feature that detects a person’s safety status during a disaster and notifies family members or others.
Communication
Devices designed to assist the elderly and others with communication.
Definition of Priority Areas (Items for Development)
Support is provided for all aspects of daily life for the elderly and others.
This device and system is designed to support the maintenance and improvement of daily life and enhance activities by stimulating communication among the elderly and others through two-way information exchange, thereby promoting independence and social participation.
It recognizes the speech, faces, and presence of elderly individuals and others, makes decisions based on the information obtained, and enables the transmission and sharing of information with the elderly, their families, and caregivers in a manner that respects the privacy of the elderly.
If the device includes features that support care providers and others in making informed decisions and determining the basis for providing care services based on the information and data it generates, additional points will be awarded.
If the system has the capability to link information and data obtained from devices to care record systems, care plan creation support software, the Scientific Care Information System (LIFE), etc. (including linking from care record systems to the Scientific Care Information System (LIFE)), additional points will be awarded.
Bonus points will be awarded if the collected information is shared with a multidisciplinary team—including care managers and regional comprehensive support centers—and used to facilitate the provision of care services tailored to individual needs.
Bathing Assistance
Devices that assist with care and mobility during bathing.
Definition of Priority Areas (Items for Development)
It can assist with bathing care aimed at maintaining hygiene for the elderly and others, as well as with getting in and out of the bathtub.
Elderly people and others can use it independently or with the assistance of a single caregiver.
Support for Long-Term Care Services
Equipment and systems designed to collect and store information related to caregiving operations, and to enable the use of that information in operations related to the provision of care services to the elderly and others.
Definition of Priority Areas (Items for Development)
This device and system is designed to collect and store information related to caregiving operations and, based on this data, enable its application to tasks involved in providing care services to the elderly and others (such as risk prediction and detection, care recommendations, the creation of various care plans, staff education and training, record-keeping and inter-staff communication, and service delivery). Through operational improvements, it aims to enhance the quality of care services while reducing the workload on staff.
If it is possible to share details of the care services provided, additional points will be awarded.
If the shared information enables robotic care devices and related systems to operate properly, additional points will be awarded.
Bonus points will be awarded if the shared information can be integrated with care record systems, care plan creation support software, the Scientific Care Information System (LIFE), and other similar systems (including integration from care record systems to the Scientific Care Information System (LIFE)).
If it is possible to consolidate the terminals of the robotic care devices to be integrated into a single unit, additional points will be awarded.
Bonus points will be awarded to equipment that supports the work of care workers and others through automation, thereby improving the quality of care services provided to the elderly and others, while also reducing the workload on staff.
Functional Training Support
Equipment and systems designed to support the various tasks involved in physical and daily living skills training conducted by caregivers and other professionals (assessment, planning, and implementation of training).
Definition of Priority Areas (Items for Development)
This refers to devices and systems designed to assist care workers and others in providing physical and daily living skills training aimed at maintaining and improving the functional abilities of older adults and others, as well as maintaining or improving their level of care needs.
This equipment and system is designed to support some or all of the tasks involved in the assessment, planning, and implementation of training, thereby improving the quality of care services and reducing the workload on staff.
Additional points will be awarded if the collected information can be integrated with care record systems, care plan creation support software, the Scientific Care Information System (LIFE), and other similar systems (including integration from care record systems to the Scientific Care Information System (LIFE)).
Extra points will be awarded if the collected information is shared with care workers and family members, and feedback is provided on the implementation and effectiveness of the training.
Bonus points will be awarded if the collected information is shared with healthcare professionals (such as rehabilitation specialists and physicians) and is expected to facilitate the implementation of effective training.
Meal and Nutrition Management Support
Equipment and systems designed to support tasks related to meal and nutritional management for the elderly and others.
Definition of Priority Areas (Items for Development)
These shall be devices or systems designed to detect aspiration or to support nutritional management. They shall possess the following functions and are intended to improve the quality of care services while reducing the burden on staff.
Devices and systems for detecting aspiration shall be capable of detecting instances of aspiration or the risk of aspiration among the elderly and others, providing support to caregivers and other personnel through notifications, and accumulating information and data.
Devices and systems designed to support nutritional management should be capable of tracking the dietary intake of older adults and others, accumulating relevant information and data, and identifying specific challenges faced by this population (such as malnutrition).
Additional points will be awarded if the collected information can be integrated with care record systems, care plan creation support software, the Scientific Care Information System (LIFE), and other similar systems (including integration from care record systems to the Scientific Care Information System (LIFE)).
Additional points will be awarded if the collected information is shared with a multidisciplinary team—including registered dietitians and care staff—and is expected to contribute to the provision of meals that improve nutrition and to the streamlining of nutritional management operations.
Support for Daily Living with Dementia / Dementia Care Support
Devices and systems designed to support independent daily living or provide personalized care for older adults with cognitive impairments.
Definition of Priority Areas (Items for Development)
These devices and systems are designed to support independent daily living or provide individualized care for older adults with cognitive impairment. They shall possess the following functions:
This product is designed to alleviate the difficulties in daily life caused by cognitive decline in older adults and others; it incorporates features that make it easy for them to use and functions that enable information sharing with caregivers, thereby supporting greater independence in daily life. Furthermore, it is specifically designed to support older adults and others with cognitive decline.
This system collects and stores information on the cognitive function, living environment, and facial expressions of elderly individuals with cognitive decline and others. Based on this data, it supports the provision of care services tailored to the individual characteristics of these individuals, thereby contributing to the improvement of care service quality and the reduction of staff workload.
If the collected information can be integrated with care record systems, care plan creation support software, the Scientific Care Information System (LIFE), etc. (including integration between care record systems and the Scientific Care Information System (LIFE)), additional points will be awarded.
Bonus points will be awarded if the collected information is shared with a multidisciplinary team—including care managers and regional comprehensive support centers—and used to facilitate the provision of care services tailored to individual needs.
