1. Limited Communication for Non-Verbal Patients: Patients who struggle with verbal communication often face challenges in expressing basic needs like food, water, or assistance, creating frustration and dependency.

2. Lack of Independence in Controlling Environment: Many patients, especially those with mobility issues, are unable to control room appliances independently, leading to a reliance on caregivers for simple tasks.

3. High Caregiver Workload: Caregivers face the added burden of interpreting patients' needs frequently, which can be demanding and time-consuming.

4. Accessibility Barriers in Healthcare: Patients with physical limitations may find it difficult to interact with their environment, reducing their autonomy and affecting their well-being.

5. Limited Personalization in Care: Traditional care solutions often lack customization, making it hard for patients with unique needs to communicate effectively.

Key features of the Saarthi

1. Assistance Request System: Allows patients to signal specific needs, like water or food, using simple hand gestures or touch inputs.
2. Home Appliance Control: Empowers users to control room appliances easily with hand movements, adding independence and convenience.
3. Caregiver Notifications: Instantly updates caregivers on patient needs, ensuring timely response without constant monitoring.
4. Seamless Connectivity: Utilizes Firebase for real-time data updates, allowing smooth and reliable communication between patient and caregiver.

Future Implementations

1. Fall Detection: Implement sensors to detect sudden falls and immediately notify caregivers for prompt assistance.
2. Vitals Monitoring: Incorporate sensors for heart rate, oxygen levels, and temperature to track the patient’s health status and send alerts if irregularities are detected.