DigiCare Launches in Warrington

A ground breaking  health and wellbeing pilot was officially launched at Warrington & Vale Royal College on Friday

The DigiCare initiative is revolutionary in the UK and will support Warrington’s health care system and in the wider picture, the government’s ambitions to shift healthcare from hospitals to community based prevention and care models.

The initial pilot will be rolled out to 300 homes within the central six wards of Warrington and will include the installation of high-speed broadband – enabling connectivity of telecare and telemedicine technologies allowing more people to receive care at home.

Following a successful pilot, the initiative will be extended to more than 29,000 households in the borough, improving quality of life for those in need.

Prof Steven Broomhead MBE, Chief Executive of Warrington Borough Council said:

This project represents a major leap forward for communities in Warrington. By combining cutting-edge technology with a focus on prevention, DigiCare will improve health outcomes and quality of life for thousands of residents. 

Supporting Independent Living

Dave Thompson MBE, Chief Executive of Warrington Disability Partnership joined us on the Morning Show to tell us more about this exciting project.  You can listen again right here.

The Smart Flat

The Smart Flat at the Centre for Independent Living showcases all the latest technology from monitoring movements and stimulating appetite to improving security around the home and support with taking medication.

The Smart Flat is located at the Marjorie Griffiths Learning Centre, Warrington Disability Partnership and is open Monday to Friday from 10am to 2pm, by appointment only. Please call 01925 240064 to make a booking.