To address labor shortages in elder care, Fukuoka Prefecture is launching the “Care DX Support Center” on November 8 in Kasuga City. The center will provide consulting and resources for introducing digital technologies like care robots and ICT tools to improve operational efficiency. Staffed with occupational and care therapists, the center offers a one-stop support system for care providers. It also showcases around ten digital devices, including monitoring sensors and software for recording patient health data, which can be rented for trials. Governor Seitaro Hattori highlighted that such technologies could reduce caregiver strain and enhance service quality. Source: Care DX Support Center
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