Elderly care startup WeCare gains traction with 230 families

This article is a part of Startup Spotlight, a series that features young, up-and-coming startups.

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Seniors want independence but fear being alone and unnoticed. Meanwhile, caregivers and families are struggling with communication gaps.

To solve this, Singapore startup WeCare is stepping in with a platform that connects seniors with caregivers and families through communication tools and sensors.

Keep reading to learn more about the company’s approach.

Problem

Elderly care can often feel bleak. Seniors fear dying alone, while families face anxiety over their well-being.

Seniors often live apart from children, risking isolation. Beyond giving care, routine paperwork and care journals further strain caregivers. All in all, elderly care is a complex emotional and practical challenge demanding a solution.

Solution

WeCare’s platform streamlines communication between caregivers, seniors, and families. It reduces administrative tasks by 30%, providing families with real-time updates.

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Intelligent but privacy-preserving monitoring offers an early warning sign by notifying next-of-kin whenever there’s abnormally low activity.

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