Abstract: A device captures, at the time of authentication to a secured session, secondary authentication data of the user that has authenticated using primary authentication credentials. Then, during the session, the system is caused to re-authenticate the user using the secondary authentication credentials (such as original and current user's face images). The system actively monitors the face visible to a camera of the computing device. The system compares the current face to the face image captured at the time of authentication. If the system fails to detect the same face captured initially at the time of authentication, then the system automatedly ends or otherwise locks the session to secure that session from an unauthorized user. Accordingly, the system does not rely merely upon initial authentication for an entire session, but rather reauthenticates the user during a single session in order for the session to be permitted to continue.

Abstract: A device captures, at the time of authentication to a secured session, secondary authentication data of the user that has authenticated using primary authentication credentials. Then, during the session, the system is caused to re-authenticate the user using the secondary authentication credentials (such as original and current user's face images). The system actively monitors the face visible to a camera of the computing device. The system compares the current face to the face image captured at the time of authentication. If the system fails to detect the same face captured initially at the time of authentication, then the system automatedly ends or otherwise locks the session to secure that session from an unauthorized user. Accordingly, the system does not rely merely upon initial authentication for an entire session, but rather reauthenticates the user during a single session in order for the session to be permitted to continue.

Abstract: A system allowing user/system interaction sessions on voice-enabled computing devices (VECDs) to be shifted from a voice-based interface to a non-voice-based (such as a text/web-based) interface. Accordingly, easy and convenient data input, receipt and recognition is provided in a manner that is not likely to frustrate users, that accommodates a broad range of data needs, and/or that avoids confidentiality issues associated with the use of voice input and data security issues associated with the storage of medical/health or other sensitive data. The system recognizes a platform-shifting command via a voice-based interface, gathers any required information (such as a telephone number or e-mail address) for continuing the communications session on another platform, and then sends a text/email/other message including a URL/hyperlink usable to initiate a communications session on a different communications platform and continue a voice-based interaction session on a non-voice-based communications platform.

Abstract: A system allowing user/system interaction sessions on voice-enabled computing devices (VECDs) to be shifted from a voice-based interface to a non-voice-based (such as a text/web-based) interface. Accordingly, easy and convenient data input, receipt and recognition is provided in a manner that is not likely to frustrate users, that accommodates a broad range of data needs, and/or that avoids confidentiality issues associated with the use of voice input and data security issues associated with the storage of medical/health or other sensitive data. The system recognizes a platform-shifting command via a voice-based interface, gathers any required information (such as a telephone number or e-mail address) for continuing the communications session on another platform, and then sends a text/email/other message including a URL/hyperlink usable to initiate a communications session on a different communications platform and continue a voice-based interaction session on a non-voice-based communications platform.

Abstract: A fall risk mitigation system includes a sensor gathering data associated with a person's bodily movements, and a control system that processes the sensor data and assesses the person's fall risk. The sensor may be integrated into a wearable device, or may be integrated into the person's environment as a camera/imaging device, a sensor in a floor tile or mat, etc., to gather movement data passively. If a heightened fall risk state is found, the control system may initiate a fall-mitigating intervention by transmitting a control signal to another device. The control signal may notify a caregiver, to prompt the caregiver to provide the intervention. Alternatively, the control signal may cause another device to notify the person, or cause a mechanism in the person's environment to automatedly deploy an assistive device to aid in preventing a fall, such as a bed guardrail, a handrail or grab bar.

Abstract: A system includes exoskeleton having at least one inflatable bladder. The exoskeleton is made of fabric/flexible materials, and has flexible (deflated) and rigid (inflated) states. The system's pressurization system operates to pressurize and depressurize the bladder(s). A control system includes a sensor operable to gather data to in relation to movement of a wearer of the exoskeleton. A control module is operable to process data gathered from the sensor(s) and provide a control signal to the pressurization system to cause the pressurization system to selectively pressurize or depressurize the bladder(s) as a function of the data. The control system may be configured to inflate the bladder(s) into the rigid state to provide assistive support when sensor data indicates that the wearer is standing/walking, and to deflate the bladder(s) into the flexible state to allow the wearer to sit/lie comfortably when not standing/walking, and thus when support is not needed.

Abstract: An assistive device detects deterioration of a person's health, e.g., in an at-home setting, and offers guidance/prompting designed to address or avoid a deteriorated state, based on the person's personalized care plan. A deteriorated state is detected by analysis of multi-faceted data relating to any characteristics usable to assess the person's health, e.g., biometric, activity, or environmental data, as well as data from interactive health assessment screenings delivered via the assistive device. The care plan can contain actions identified by a clinician, e.g., as part of a post-discharge safety plan, or self-identified actions, which may be stabilizing coping mechanism activities. The device may also provide reminders of clinician visits, wellbeing/other activities, medications, and daily affirmations. The device may be configured as a mirror to display the person's image and an avatar with which the person may communicate in a dialog session to provide for a welcoming and engaging experience.

Abstract: A “smart” urinary catheterization training device Includes sensors, electronics, etc. to allow clinicians to practice urinary catheterization procedures with instruction and/or feedback for training purposes. The device includes a human anatomy body model that defines a urinary bladder and a proximal urethra model. The device may include an actuator operable to impinge upon the proximal urethra model to provide varied simulation experiences with different levels of difficulty. The device may include a sensor operative to sense catheter presence and provide an output signal that is used to cause delivery of a haptic, audible or other signal to provide positive or negative feedback to the clinician. The device may include a smart glass display positioned to overlie the body model and display at least one of textual, graphical and visual instructions to guide a clinician in performing a catheterization procedure.

Abstract: A system allowing user/system interaction sessions on voice-enabled computing devices (VECDs) to be shifted from a voice-based interface to a non-voice-based (such as a text/web-based) interface. Accordingly, easy and convenient data input, receipt and recognition is provided in a manner that is not likely to frustrate users, that accommodates a broad range of data needs, and/or that avoids confidentiality issues associated with the use of voice input and data security issues associated with the storage of medical/health or other sensitive data. The system recognizes a platform-shifting command via a voice-based interface, gathers any required information (such as a telephone number or e-mail address) for continuing the communications session on another platform, and then sends a text/email/other message including a URL/hyperlink usable to initiate a communications session on a different communications platform and continue a voice-based interaction session on a non-voice-based communications platform.

Abstract: A system allowing user/system interaction sessions on voice-enabled computing devices (VECDs) to be shifted from a voice-based interface to a non-voice-based (such as a text/web-based) interface. Accordingly, easy and convenient data input, receipt and recognition is provided in a manner that is not likely to frustrate users, that accommodates a broad range of data needs, and/or that avoids confidentiality issues associated with the use of voice input and data security issues associated with the storage of medical/health or other sensitive data. The system recognizes a platform-shifting command via a voice-based interface, gathers any required information (such as a telephone number or e-mail address) for continuing the communications session on another platform, and then sends a text/email/other message including a URL/hyperlink usable to initiate a communications session on a different communications platform and continue a voice-based interaction session on a non-voice-based communications platform.

Abstract: A method and system for management of multi-party communications that is capable of intelligently assessing a first party/requestor's need and automatedly matching the first party's need to a suitable second party resource that is most probable to meet that need in an efficient manner. The system effectively serves as a chatbot-based (text-based or voice-based) switchboard operator that allows requestors to state a need for a service or consultation, and then automatedly have that need researched and/or matched to the most appropriate resource/service provider based on real-time automated inquiry and/or known data from past research. Further, the system is capable of contacting one or more resources/service providers, confirming that a particular resource/provider can meet the current need, and also coordinating/facilitating a communication session between the first party/requestor and the second party/resource without the need for human intervention.

Abstract: A device captures, at the time of authentication to a secured session, secondary authentication data of the user that has authenticated using primary authentication credentials. Then, during the session, the system is caused to re-authenticate the user using the secondary authentication credentials (such as original and current user's face images). The system actively monitors the face visible to a camera of the computing device. The system compares the current face to the face image captured at the time of authentication. If the system fails to detect the same face captured initially at the time of authentication, then the system automatedly ends or otherwise locks the session to secure that session from an unauthorized user. Accordingly, the system does not rely merely upon initial authentication for an entire session, but rather reauthenticates the user during a single session in order for the session to be permitted to continue.

Abstract: A system allowing user/system interaction sessions on voice-enabled computing devices (VECDs) to be shifted from a voice-based interface to a non-voice-based (such as a text/web-based) interface. Accordingly, easy and convenient data input, receipt and recognition is provided in a manner that is not likely to frustrate users, that accommodates a broad range of data needs, and/or that avoids confidentiality issues associated with the use of voice input and data security issues associated with the storage of medical/health or other sensitive data. The system recognizes a platform-shifting command via a voice-based interface, gathers any required information (such as a telephone number or e-mail address) for continuing the communications session on another platform, and then sends a text/email/other message including a URL/hyperlink usable to initiate a communications session on a different communications platform and continue a voice-based interaction session on a non-voice-based communications platform.