{"id":1091,"date":"2025-04-10T11:05:34","date_gmt":"2025-04-10T02:05:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/futurecarelab.com\/?page_id=1091"},"modified":"2026-09-28T08:16:54","modified_gmt":"2026-09-27T23:16:54","slug":"ideas","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/futurecarelab.com\/en\/solutions\/ideas","title":{"rendered":"Open Call for Tech Solutions"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<section class=\"ideas-themes u-mt-80\">\n  <div class=\"content-size-container\">\n    <ul class=\"ideas-themes__list\">      \n\n      <li class=\"ideas-themes__item\">            \n        <div class=\"ideas-themes__header\">            \n          <img src=\"https:\/\/futurecarelab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/ico_sonota@2x_2_New.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"ideas-themes__icon\" width=\"65\" height=\"65\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"\/>            \n          <h2 class=\"t-heading-4 u-fw-bold\">\u3010New\u3011 Oral care for the elderly (5: Environmental Improvement)<\/h2>            \n        <\/div>            \n        <p class=\"u-mt-24\">In some cases, the physical environment\u2014such as a bathroom sink that is too high\u2014is not suitable for oral care, which can place a burden on the elderly and caregivers. We are seeking technologies that can create an environment suitable for care.<\/p>            \n        <div class=\"ideas-themes__solutions u-mt-24\">            \n          <p class=\"ideas-themes__solutions-heading t-category u-fw-bold\">Potential Solutions \/ Features<\/p>            \n          <ul class=\"ideas-themes__solutions-list\">            \n            <li>Example 1) While making use of existing facilities, it can be adjusted to match the height of the user\u2019s wheelchair or chair.<\/li>           \n          <\/ul>            \n        <\/div>            \n      <\/li>      \n\n      <li class=\"ideas-themes__item\">                              \n        <div class=\"ideas-themes__header\">                              \n          <img src=\"https:\/\/futurecarelab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ico_wheelchair@2x_New.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"ideas-themes__icon\" width=\"65\" height=\"65\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"\/>                              \n          <h2 class=\"t-heading-4 u-fw-bold\">\u3010New\u3011Safe and smooth wheelchair mobility assistance<\/h2>                              \n        <\/div>                              \n        <p class=\"u-mt-24\">Moving wheelchair users involves many staff members and takes time. We are seeking technologies that reduce the burden on staff and support safe, smooth mobility without keeping users waiting.<\/p>                              \n        <div class=\"ideas-themes__solutions u-mt-24\">                              \n          <p class=\"ideas-themes__solutions-heading t-category u-fw-bold\">Potential Solutions \/ Features<\/p>                              \n          <ul class=\"ideas-themes__solutions-list\">                              \n            <li>Example 1) With a smartphone or a single button, it automatically travels to the destination.<\/li>                              \n            <li>Example 2) Attach sensors to an existing wheelchair to safely and automatically follow the wheelchair in front.<\/li>                     \n          <\/ul>                              \n        <\/div>                              \n      <\/li>      \n\n      <li class=\"ideas-themes__item\">            \n        <div class=\"ideas-themes__header\">            \n          <img src=\"https:\/\/futurecarelab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/ico_sonota@2x_2_New.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"ideas-themes__icon\" width=\"65\" height=\"65\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"\/>            \n          <h2 class=\"t-heading-4 u-fw-bold\">\u3010New\u3011Hands-free, low-cost in-facility staff location detection<\/h2>            \n        <\/div>            \n        <p class=\"u-mt-24\">Instead of location systems with high implementation and maintenance costs\u2014and where device charging and carrying become a burden\u2014we are seeking technologies that are low-cost, require no construction, and can automatically detect staff locations with high accuracy even when they are hands-free, and keep operating continuously.<\/p>            \n        <div class=\"ideas-themes__solutions u-mt-24\">            \n          <p class=\"ideas-themes__solutions-heading t-category u-fw-bold\">Potential Solutions \/ Features<\/p>            \n          <ul class=\"ideas-themes__solutions-list\">            \n            <li>Example 1) Can be installed at low cost with no construction, using plug-in receivers or existing Wi-Fi.<\/li>            \n            <li>Example 2) No need for charging or battery replacement, such as with indoor light power generation.<\/li>            \n            <li>Example 3) No need for staff to carry a device while on duty, or functions can be added to items they already carry.<\/li>            \n          <\/ul>            \n        <\/div>            \n      <\/li>\n\n\n      <li class=\"ideas-themes__item\">      \n        <div class=\"ideas-themes__header\">      \n          <img src=\"https:\/\/futurecarelab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/ico_transfer@2x.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"ideas-themes__icon\" width=\"65\" height=\"65\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"\/>      \n          <h2 class=\"t-heading-4 u-fw-bold\">Lift-up from the floor<\/h2>      \n        <\/div>      \n        <p class=\"u-mt-24\">When a single staff member transfers a user who has fallen to the floor, it places a significant physical and mental burden on both parties. We are seeking technologies that allow anyone to safely and easily carry and assist with transfers alone in various environments such as narrow hallways and bathrooms.<\/p>      \n        <div class=\"ideas-themes__solutions u-mt-24\">      \n          <p class=\"ideas-themes__solutions-heading t-category u-fw-bold\">Potential Solutions \/ Features<\/p>      \n          <ul class=\"ideas-themes__solutions-list\">      \n            <li>Example 1) An air mattress that inflates with air and can safely lift a user on the floor up to chair or bed height while they remain on it<\/li>                              \n            <li>Example 2) A foldable, simple lift that can support getting up from the floor with minimal force<\/li>      \n          <\/ul>      \n        <\/div>      \n      <\/li>\n\n      <li class=\"ideas-themes__item\">            \n        <div class=\"ideas-themes__header\">            \n          <img src=\"https:\/\/futurecarelab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/ico_sonota@2x_2.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"ideas-themes__icon\" width=\"65\" height=\"65\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"\/>            \n          <h2 class=\"t-heading-4 u-fw-bold\">Improving Efficiency in pre-assistance information gathering and handover<\/h2>            \n        <\/div>            \n        <p class=\"u-mt-24\">Important information such as the user\u2019s condition and care methods, as well as updated latest information, may be missed when checking across multiple media or verbally. We are seeking technologies that enable each staff member to reliably confirm important information and the latest changes.<\/p>            \n        <div class=\"ideas-themes__solutions u-mt-24\">            \n          <p class=\"ideas-themes__solutions-heading t-category u-fw-bold\">Potential Solutions \/ Features<\/p>            \n          <ul class=\"ideas-themes__solutions-list\">            \n            <li>Example 1) Allows staff to check important information and the latest points of caution before providing assistance<\/li>            \n            <li>Example 2) Automatically converts speech to text just by speaking, and shares it with staff via devices, etc.<\/li>          \n          <\/ul>            \n        <\/div>            \n      <\/li>            \n\n    <\/ul>\n  <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n<div class=\"full-size-container u-mt-80\">\n  <section class=\"c-main-cta\">\n    <div class=\"c-main-cta__inner content-size-container\">\n      <h2 class=\"t-heading-3 u-fw-bold u-text-center u-lh-150\">Inquiries about the Call for Technology Solutions<\/h2>\n      <p class=\"t-body-lg u-fw-bold u-text-center u-mt-32 u-mb-24\">We welcome consultations on the listed themes or any other solutions applicable to nursing care settings.<\/p>\n      <a href=\"https:\/\/futurecarelab.com\/en\/contact\" class=\"c-general-button c-general-button--inverse u-mx-auto\">Contact Us<\/a>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/section>\n<\/div>\n\n<section class=\"ideas-other-themes u-mt-80\">\n  <div class=\"content-size-container\">\n    <h2 class=\"t-heading-5 u-fw-bold\">Other Call Themes<\/h2>\n    <ul class=\"ideas-other-themes__list u-mt-40\">\n      <li class=\"ideas-other-themes__item\">Early detection of<br\/>anxiety <br\/>restlessness from<br\/>dementia<\/li>\n      <li class=\"ideas-other-themes__item\">Safe and<br\/>private<br\/>portable<br\/>toilets<\/li>\n      <li class=\"ideas-other-themes__item\">Automated window cleaning<\/li>      \n      <li class=\"ideas-other-themes__item\">Safe home<br\/>unlocking for<br\/>caregiver visits<\/li>\n      <li class=\"ideas-other-themes__item\">Safe bathing<br\/>environments for the elderly<\/li>\n      <li class=\"ideas-other-themes__item\">Oral care for the elderly<br\/>(1. Simple operation)<\/li>\n      <li class=\"ideas-other-themes__item\">Oral care for the elderly <br\/>(2. Preventive care)<\/li>\n      <li class=\"ideas-other-themes__item\">Oral care for the elderly <br\/>(3. Safe care)<\/li>\n      <li class=\"ideas-other-themes__item\">Oral care for the elderly<br\/>(\u2463 Individualized care)<\/li>\n      <li class=\"ideas-other-themes__item\">Emergency response support<\/li>\n      <li class=\"ideas-other-themes__item\">Meals tailored to<br\/>chewing  swallowing abilities<\/li>\n      <li class=\"ideas-other-themes__item\">Communication<br\/>support for<br\/>foreign caregivers<\/li>\n      <li class=\"ideas-other-themes__item\">Medication management support<\/li>\n      <li class=\"ideas-other-themes__item\">Meals tailored<br\/>to the elderly&#8217;s<br\/>preferences<\/li>\n      <li class=\"ideas-other-themes__item\">Preventing meal serving errors<\/li>\n      <li class=\"ideas-other-themes__item\">Reducing meal<br\/>recording burdens<\/li>\n      <li class=\"ideas-other-themes__item\">Assessing the<br\/>urgency of nurse calls<br\/>and sensor alerts<\/li>\n      <li class=\"ideas-other-themes__item\">Heat shock prevention in bathrooms and dressing rooms<\/li>\n      <li class=\"ideas-other-themes__item\">Automatic water supply for humidifiers<\/li>\n      <li class=\"ideas-other-themes__item\">Remote monitoring<br\/>for the elderly<br\/>living alone<\/li>\n      <li class=\"ideas-other-themes__item\">Automated inventory,<br\/>ordering, and delivery<\/li>\n      <li class=\"ideas-other-themes__item\">Monitoring during bathing<\/li>\n      <li class=\"ideas-other-themes__item\">Odor control in homes<br\/>and nursing care facilities<\/li>      \n      <li class=\"ideas-other-themes__item\">Physical function assessment<br\/>support for the elderly<\/li>\n      <li class=\"ideas-other-themes__item\">Selecting assistive devices<br\/>and other equipment<br\/>that match user needs<\/li>      \n      <li class=\"ideas-other-themes__item\">New alternatives<br\/>to bathing<br\/>in a bathtub<\/li>      \n      <li class=\"ideas-other-themes__item\">Simple and appropriate<br\/>thickening<br\/>support<\/li>\n      <li class=\"ideas-other-themes__item\">Automated bathtub and bathroom<br\/>cleaning<\/li>\n      <li class=\"ideas-other-themes__item\">Room<br\/>temperature control<\/li>\n      <li class=\"ideas-other-themes__item\">Automatic curtain<br\/>opening\/closing<br\/>to maintain<br\/>daily routines<\/li>      \n      <li class=\"ideas-other-themes__item\">Heat countermeasures<br\/>for caregivers<\/li>\n    <\/ul>\n  <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n<section class=\"ideas-reference u-mt-80 u-mb-80\">\n  <div class=\"content-size-container\">\n    <h2 class=\"t-heading-4 u-fw-bold\">Reference Page<\/h2>\n    <p class=\"u-mt-32\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mhlw.go.jp\/kaigoseisansei\/ns\/needs\/index.html\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"c-text-link\" rel=\"noopener\">MHLW Commissioned Project: List of Needs in Nursing Care Settings<\/a><\/p>\n  <\/div>\n<\/section>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>\u3010New\u3011 Oral care for the elderly (5: Environmental Improvement) In some cases, the physical environment\u2014such as a bathroom sink that is too high\u2014is not suitable for oral care, which can place a burden on the elderly and caregivers. We are seeking technologies that can create an environment suitable for care. 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