Problem Statement
How can we enhance the experience of medication management for senior citizens? Consuming medication is often a burdensome task for the older adult population, yet few products exist to effectively alleviate this daily exercise. Furthermore, non-adherence is prevalent and accounts for up to 50% of treatment failures, around 125,000 deaths, and up to 25% of hospitalizations each year in the United States. Forgetfulness, lack of knowledge, mental illness, and high prescription drug costs all have contributed to a pressing $290 billion challenge for the U.S. health industry.
Proposed Solution
Allay is a human-centered, integrated pill organizer that provides older adults with a convenient and pleasant experience for handling their daily medications. The product features include a digital touchscreen, reminder system, information scanning camera, adherence tracking, along with a beautiful and intuitive design. Furthermore, the product offers industry-leading behavioral change interventions to improve adherence, bringing peace of mind to senior citizens and caregivers alike.
