A recent interview by the Positive Aging Community showcased Hello Everyday, an innovative technology designed to support aging adults in living independently, safely, and comfortably at home. Founder Kabir Bhatia and user Rebecca Lerback joined host Steve Gurney to discuss the origins, functionality, and real-world impacts of this unique solution.

Hello Everyday was born out of the founders’ personal experiences caring for aging relatives. Kabir Bhatia shared how observing his own parents' aging journeys, particularly his father's illness and passing, illuminated the everyday challenges faced by older adults living alone. Together with co-founders Dr. Mark Levitt, Dr. Huang, and Don, the team set out to fill a crucial gap: providing a simple, unobtrusive reassurance system for both seniors and their families.

The Hello Everyday sensor is about the size of a pack of cards and functions as a human presence detector. The device, made in Lake Oswego, Oregon, is simply plugged in—primarily in a high-traffic area such as the kitchen. This placement capitalizes on daily routines, providing a clear snapshot of activity patterns and peace of mind for caregivers. The device doesn’t require wearables or complicated setups, intentionally minimizing disruptions to daily life while maximizing privacy and dignity.

An hourly activity dashboard accessible through a secure link allows family members to instantly see if their loved one is "up and about." If movement is detected and routines appear normal, they can rest easy; any significant change prompts timely check-ins and conversations, rather than panicked guessing or unnecessary intrusion.

Rebecca Lerback described how the device has changed her family's experience with long-distance caregiving. With siblings spread across Oregon, Washington, and California, staying connected and informed was often stressful before Hello Everyday. Now, daily messages and dashboard access allow each family member to receive reassurance at their preferred detail level—some wanting just a simple "all is well," others checking more frequently.

Rebecca shared how knowing her mother's idiosyncratic routines enabled warmer, more genuine conversations, rather than calls solely focused on health and safety. It’s helped avoid her mother feeling "parented" while making family logistics more manageable.

In addition to motion sensing, Hello Everyday’s built-in temperature sensor alerts families if home conditions become unsafe—such as if temperatures exceed 90°F or drop below 50°F. This feature addresses a frequent concern: older adults sometimes avoid using air conditioning or heating out of worry for utility costs, unknowingly placing themselves at risk.

Listening to customer feedback, the Hello Everyday team is releasing a wireless emergency button. Unlike traditional pull cords tied to a single room, these buttons can be placed anywhere around the home—with zero need for charging or batteries. Seniors can keep one with them at all times, using it to call for help if they fall or need urgent assistance. The device remains discreet and functional, offering active monitoring and emergency backup without added burden.

In a marketplace crowded with complex monitoring technologies and wearable “I’ve fallen” devices, Hello Everyday stands out by stripping the solution down to what matters most: reliable confirmation of daily activity, delivered with respect and minimal intrusion. Seniors maintain autonomy, families enjoy tangible peace of mind, and everyone benefits from better communication—not just about health, but about life.

As Steve Gurney summarized during the interview, technology like Hello Everyday is not just about safety but about sustaining the independence and dignity so many older adults cherish—while easing the anxiety and logistical hurdles often faced by families.

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