We are honored to showcase our collaboration with The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) School of Nursing on an innovative community health initiative leveraging mobile technology to bridge gaps in elderly care. This project empowers food delivery workers—primarily women—to perform basic health checks for older adults living alone, transforming routine food deliveries into opportunities for health monitoring and social support. Collected data is seamlessly uploaded to a centralized platform, where registered nurses and health professionals from PolyU analyze trends and provide follow-up care, advancing research using the Omaha System framework.

Key Features & Impact:

1. Automated Scheduling & Visit Tracking
   • Admins use the CMS backend to assign shifts for delivery workers and nurses, scheduling food deliveries and home visits efficiently.
   • Workers log arrival/departure times via the mobile app, with GPS verification for accountability.
2. Personalized Health Goals & Reminders
   • Nurses set customized daily health objectives (e.g., medication adherence, hydration) for each senior, visible to workers during visits.
   • Critical reminders (e.g., follow-up appointments, precautions) are flagged in the app to ensure consistent care.
3. Emergency Communication Hub
   • Workers trigger instant video calls or SMS alerts to nurses during emergencies (e.g., falls, abnormal vital signs).
   • Real-time collaboration reduces response times and risks for isolated seniors.
4. AI-Driven Health Alerts
   • The system analyzes uploaded health data (e.g., blood pressure, glucose levels) against clinical thresholds.
   • Automated alerts notify nurses of urgent cases, enabling proactive interventions.
5. Omaha System Research Integration
   • Health metrics are translated into standardized Omaha System scores, supporting PolyU’s research on community health outcomes.
   • Longitudinal data tracks seniors’ progress and identifies trends for policy recommendations.

Technology & Outcomes:

• Mobile-First Design: Intuitive app interface for workers with minimal training.
• CMS Dashboard: Role-based access for admins, nurses, and researchers to manage tasks, view analytics, and export reports.
• Scalable Impact: Pilot phase improved care for 200+ seniors, with plans to expand across Hong Kong communities.

This project reflects our commitment to social innovation through technology, addressing elderly isolation and healthcare disparities. By merging frontline delivery networks with academic expertise, we’ve created a replicable model for community-driven health ecosystems.