Empowering you to live your best life, more independently

Learn how today’s smart devices and services can enable you to live more safely, securely, comfortably and affordably

Independent living benefits of smart devices and services

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Welcome to Smart Self-Reliance

Illinois nonprofit organizations working to improve your independence by providing guidance and resources on smart devices and services

Benefits

Improved personal and home health, hazards mitigation, enhanced independence and increased housing affordability

Smart Devices

Descriptions and pricing for the most important smart devices for independent living and online retail outlets where you can find them

Selection

A step-by-step approach to determine which devices will best meet your needs and guidance on their selection and purchase

Installation

Do-it-yourself videos on smart device installation and guidance on arranging professional assistance from trained device installers

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BENEFITS

Discover how smart devices and services can enhance your self-reliance

They can enable you to more easily navigate the activities of daily living, without the assistance of others. And, they can significantly improve the safety, security, comfort and convenience of your living environment at the same time!

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SMART DEVICES

Smart devices that empower you to live more independently

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SELECTION

Determine which smart devices will best suit your needs and learn how to select and purchase them

SELECTION CONSIDERATIONS

INSTALLATION

Need help installing your smart devices?

Once you've purchased your smart device(s), in most cases, you'll be able to install them yourself. So to help, we provide straightforward DIY installation videos for some of the most important devices for independent living. However, for those devices that require direct wiring, you may need the assistance of a professional installer. In that case, we provide guidance and interview questions to ensure that you find the right installer for the job

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