Councillor Teresa Murray, deputy leader of Medway Council, said the data was “helping us to transform how we deliver care”.
She said that in some cases the data has shown that an individual was no longer able to live alone, but it had also given “much-needed reassurance to families that their loved ones are safe to stay in their homes and communities, which is where they want to be”.
The technology works without cameras or microphones. Instead, small sensors track movement, eating, sleeping, bathroom use and home temperature.
The system learns what is normal for each person and flags anything unusual, such as signs of illness, reduced mobility, or wandering at night.
This helps carers respond earlier and tailor support to individual needs.
Medway is one of several councils trialling the system in response to growing demand for care.
The local authority said it was already helping older people and adults with learning disabilities get faster assessments and avoid health crises.
Evidence produced by the company suggests that for every £1 spent councils can save £45 and free up thousands of carer hours.
Clare Burgess, CEO of Kyndi, said that as well as the financial advantage the technology would offer a “social impact within Medway as people are more connected to their communities”.
“This really makes a difference to people’s lives,” she added.
