We presented UbiCare, an AAL system supporting activity detection, fall detection and well-being promotion for elderly individuals. We have addressed practical implementation aspects for deploying low-cost AAL systems comprising microcontroller-based nodes expanded by communication, sensory and actuation off-the-shelf components. We documented experiences and “how-to” design and implementation decisions which may be a useful guide for practitioners and researchers of the AAL community. Particular emphasis has been given in technical solutions addressing two critical aspects of AAL tools: wireless communication security and energy management for battery-operated sensor nodes.
Our future research plans include the following aspects: