Best way to start
For most families, the easiest first step is a short enquiry. Tell us what is happening, then Jakoma will confirm whether an assessment, setup, remote advice or another route is the right fit.
- Short enquiry first — no long intake form upfront.
- Payment link only when the next step is clear.
- Full intake form only after booking, so the visit can be prepared properly.
Service area
- Standard visits: Banbridge + approximately 30 miles.
- Outside 30 miles: enquire anyway; a travel supplement or remote advice may be possible.
- Property / provider projects: wider Northern Ireland considered where the project value makes sense.
Who we help
Jakoma Independent Living is for situations where someone wants to remain at home, but the home needs to work a little better around safety, routines, communication or reassurance.
Families supporting an older relative
For adult children and families who want simple, practical reassurance without buying the wrong devices.
People living alone
For anyone who wants confidence at home, easier contact, routines, lighting or alert options.
Landlords and supported living
For rental properties, small providers and care settings that need practical, consent-aware technology.
Start with the outcome
- More confidence at night
- Clearer communication with family
- Better routines, reminders and lighting
- Door, movement, leak or call-for-help alerts where appropriate
- A setup that people can actually use
Not just for older people
This service can also support people living alone, people recovering after discharge, tenants moving into a new home, families responding to a recent scare, and supported living settings reviewing whether current technology is still fit for purpose.
Simple starting options
£149
Home Technology Assessment
Home visit, family discussion, Wi-Fi/device check, routine and risk discussion, recommendations and written summary.
From £299 + devices
Quick Reassurance Setup
One practical problem solved: calling, reminders, doorbell, lighting, sensors, routines or family contacts.
From £399 + devices
Post-Hospital Home Setup
Fast setup after discharge, a fall scare or a change in confidence at home.
From £49/month + setup
Equipment rental option
A small curated pack for trialling devices before buying, subject to availability and terms.
From £199
Rental property tech assessment
Landlord or tenant-focused review for practical rented-home technology, including access, leaks, lighting, connectivity and reassurance.
£249 review deposit
Supported living review
A practical review of Wi-Fi, devices, alerts, privacy, staff workflows and resident usability for supported living settings.
£249
Smart Stay Starter Setup
Short-term rental technology setup for Airbnb, serviced accommodation and holiday lets.
Ongoing support plans
For families who want help after setup, choose a simple monthly support plan.
Monthly support
Basic Support
Light-touch ongoing help for device questions, small adjustments and reassurance after setup.
Monthly support
Family Support
More regular support for families who want a steadier check-in route and help keeping technology useful.
Why families trust this route
- Practical technology only: no medical-care claims, no emergency monitoring and no pressure to buy unnecessary devices.
- Privacy, consent and family access are discussed before cameras, sensors or alerts are recommended.
- The first public step stays low-friction: a short enquiry, then the right payment or intake form only when the next step is clear.
- Standard visits are local to Banbridge + approximately 30 miles, with remote advice or wider NI projects considered by quotation.
What a real setup may look like
Worry at night
Simple lighting routines, easier calling, practical reminders and non-intrusive reassurance options.
Family uncertainty
A written summary so relatives know what was recommended, what was set up, and what not to rely on.
Changing needs
Start small, review after use, and avoid locking the household into the wrong technology too early.
Independent Living FAQs
Is this care or medical monitoring?
No. Jakoma provides practical technology setup and guidance. It is not emergency response, clinical monitoring or a substitute for professional care.
Do you install cameras?
Only where appropriate, lawful and agreed. Privacy, consent and proportionality should come before any camera or monitoring choice.
Should I pay before enquiring?
The easiest route is usually the short enquiry first. Jakoma can then confirm whether assessment, setup, remote advice or a quote is the right next step.
What about device costs?
Device costs, subscriptions and third-party services are separate unless explicitly agreed in writing.
What happens next
A low-friction route for families and people living alone.
Short enquiry
Use the short Home Tech enquiry form first. You do not need to know which devices you need.
Suitability check
Jakoma reviews the situation, service area and urgency before recommending assessment, setup or support.
Payment or booking
When appropriate, you receive the correct payment link and the longer intake form after booking.
Practical plan
The aim is usable reassurance, simple routines and clear boundaries - not unnecessary gadgets.
Start with a short enquiry
Use the short form first. If a paid visit or setup is suitable, Jakoma will then send the right payment link and the longer intake form.