AT&T, Active Protective and Jacs are working together to improve safety for at-risk older adults and their caregivers.

This collaboration introduces a connectivity device, an accessory for the Tango Belt, a wearable medical device that monitors motion and deploys an inflatable airbag during potential hip-impacting falls.

The device is packaged with the Tango Belt and supports wireless broadband communication for data transmission, automatic caregiver notifications upon detection of a fall, and secure electronic transfer of data without requiring wifi.

To support this device, AT&T’s connected healthcare team developed and deployed secure, connected assets that enable real-time digital monitoring and collaboration between patients and clinicians. The Jacs device is a compact LTE connectivity module that integrates seamlessly with the Tango Belt. The Jacs TD0301TAA network connector ensures uninterrupted data transmission and timely caregiver notifications, even when the wifi access is unstable or unavailable.

“Knowing your loved one is safe at home gives one peace of mind,” said Lee Wagner from AT&T (about.att.com). “By fostering strong relationships with experts in this field and maintaining a commitment to reliability and security, AT&T connectivity enhances patient care through innovative connections.”

AT&T’s network allows the Tango Belt to operate seamlessly within range, transmitting critical information to caregivers. This empowers caregivers with the tools they need to provide timely and effective interventions, enhancing the quality of life for at-risk older adults.

“This mission is personal for us because we have seen the impact of hip fractures first hand,” said Wamis Singhatat, CEO of Active Protective. “Collaborating with AT&T’s secure network and Jacs’ connectivity enables the Tango Belt to stay connected across a wide range of settings, so older adults can age with dignity and freedom.”

Chang Gang Zhang, vice president of technology at Jacs, added: “Together, we are redefining how connected health technologies support independence for vulnerable populations. The strength of this collaboration enables us to elevate and deliver a higher standard of care for better patient outcomes.”

The Tango Belt (tangobelt.com) is available for senior living communities seeking reliable wifi-independent connectivity for fall detection notification and caregiver communication. Active Protective is seeking interested senior living owners, operators, healthcare systems and providers, particularly those in value-based care models that proactively screen and intervene to mitigate risk and avoid costly episodes of care. Orders include access to personalised onboarding and support to ensure every wearer gets the most from their device.

Active Protective Technologies (www.activeprotective.com) is a Pennsylvania-based medical device company developing connected health products that enable older adults to safely age in place.

Jacs (jacs-solutions.com) is a US technology company specialising in customised connected hardware and IoT platforms that power secure enterprise and healthcare ecosystems.