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A New Looming Crisis for Telecare Services in the UK
A Dynamic New Collaboration
Yorbl is pleased to announce their new...
Yorbl Achieves TEC Quality Certification for the Third Consecutive Year!
We are thrilled to announce that Yorbl has once...
Message Landlord Feature
Introducing the Message Landlord Feature on...
Apartment to Apartment Video Calling
Making life in a shared living space more...
Multiple Open ARC Connectivity Feature
Fully interoperable, open and compliant, Yorbl...
Calling all Resellers: Fancy joining us on our mission?
Yorbl is on an exciting journey of expansion and...
Vita Hub’s Digital Warden Call
Yorbl Vita Hub's digital warden call is a super...
Yorbl Vita Hub – Digital Door Entry Feature
As our society continues to age, the adoption of...
Yorbl’s Community Living Solutions
In the dynamic landscape of the care sector,...
Breaking Ground in Health Tech: Yorbl and Pivotell Join Forces for Technological Telecare Synergy
In a move towards further digitally enabling the...
Seamless ARC Integration? No problem!
In the realm of community living innovation, the...
Euvic tackles the challenge of developing an app that aggregates data from Yorbl’s devices
Challenge The main aim for Euvic was to create...
Measure your activity, health & wellbeing
Embracing Independence: The Amica Gero Personal...
Who are the key players in Hampshire’s booming startup scene?
When it comes to innovative and successful...
Community Living? No problem!
In the ever-evolving landscape of telecare, the...
Person-Centred Digital Telecare
In today's fast-paced world, technology has...
Yorbl Hub – Unveiling the Power of Personalisation
What can...
Yorbl Vita Hub: What can I be for you today?
Yorbl Vita Hub: Redefining Digital Telecare with...
Wishing you a happy and healthy 2024
'The Meaning of the 21st Century. A Vital...
Time for a Yorbl? Our Christmas Opening Hours
As the sleigh bells jingle and the season of...
NHSE shares specification for system co-ordination centres, including digital software requirements and metrics to be monitored
NHS England has released its System...
The Benefits of Co-Production in the development of Assisted Living Technologies
by...
Connected Personal Alarm Market Forecast 2024 to 2032
In today's world, staying safe and secure is a...
Senior’s Guide to Staying Healthy
In elderly adults, the flu or common cold can...
We’re QSF Accredited for the second year!
We are thrilled to announce that Yorbl...
Social connection is especially important for older people
While we all have an innate need for meaningful...
Telemedicine is set for another big year, driven by the momentum gained during the pandemic.
According to Healthcare IT News, telemedicine is...
News Time!
> The Defence Health Agency is embracing a...
Maintain Senior Independence By Getting Involved In Your Community
Senior independence is a critical part of aging...
Google’s voice recognition – the Welsh language – a stumbling block for TECS?
The lack of acknowledgment of the Welsh language...
The Importance of Independence for Seniors
The importance of being independent is twofold...
Virtual wards – why and how to make them a success
Virtual wards are a crucial part of NHS plans to...
Fall prevention: Simple tips to prevent falls
Falls put you at risk of serious injury. Prevent...
Virtual Care CEO Lays Out Telehealth Trends for 2023
Speaking to Healthcare IT News, Recuro Health...
World Health Day: Here’s how AI and digital health are shaping the future of healthcare
According to weforum.org, a tide of health data...
Fun Activities for Seniors!
Whatever your age, interests, or abilities, you...
Trusted Care Teams Essential For High Quality Care
Chronic conditions are common in older adults....
Stay Active As You Age
There’s no question that regular physical...
Have you heard of Technology Enabled Care Services?
Have you heard of Technology Enabled Care...
Yorbl Digital Care Solutions Give Dignity to the UK’s Ageing Population
Yorbl is using Twilio technology to help bring...
Predicting the future – A vision of Digital Community Living, Health and Care
By Peter Reed-Forrester, CEO & Founder of...
We’re Exhibiting at ‘My Home, My Care, My Way’ Event 28th September
A FREE one-day joint event by TSA, West Midlands...
We’re Exhibiting at ‘How SMART is your Home?’ TECS Event 27th September
UK Telehealthcare Live TECS Event, Bexleyheath,...
TSA NEWS – TEC Quality Chair flies flag for TEC on BBC News
TEC Quality Chair, Sir David Pearson speaks on...
Yorbl will be Exhibiting at the TSA All Member Event
Fancy a Yorbl? We're looking forward to...
The Digital Delay – 12th July 2022, 10:00 – 11:30
What does this mean to the future of Technology...
Rising Healthcare Costs of Human Fall Incidents & How IoT is Helping Human Fall Detection
Yorbl's Lead Developer Richard Gate Discusses...
Yorbl Technologies Achieve Quality Assurance Award
Yorbl, creators of the innovative Yorbl range of...
Yorbl Vita Solution Approved by Digital Office Scotland
Yorbl is pleased to announce that their Yorbl...
Yorbl joins Surrey Heartlands Health Tech Accelerator
Yorbl Technologies is very proud to announce...
Yorbl Vita – It’s simple
Yorbl Vita allows users to simply press when...
Reassurance at the touch of a button
A report from the University of Lincoln and...
A New Looming Crisis for Telecare Services in the UK
A Dynamic New Collaboration
Yorbl is pleased to announce their new collaboration with Skyresponse, the prominent business-to-business software tech company specialising in alarm management, heralds an era of safety and responsiveness in various sectors, including personal and elderly care, smart buildings and safety solutions.
Yorbl Achieves TEC Quality Certification for the Third Consecutive Year!
We are thrilled to announce that Yorbl has once again achieved TEC Quality Certified Organisation...
Message Landlord Feature
The Message Landlord feature is an intuitive communication tool integrated into the Yorbl Vita Hub interface.
Apartment to Apartment Video Calling
Whether you’re checking in on a friend or making new connections, this easy access to communication fosters a sense of belonging and builds a genuine community spirit.
Multiple Open ARC Connectivity Feature
Fully interoperable, open and compliant, Yorbl ensures quick, easy and fully compliant...
Calling all Resellers: Fancy joining us on our mission?
Yorbl is on an exciting journey of expansion and innovation, and we want you to be part of it! If you’re in the business of providing top-notch Technology Enabled Care Services (TECS) or Community Living solutions, now is the perfect time to join the Yorbl family as a reseller.
Vita Hub’s Digital Warden Call
Yorbl Vita Hub’s digital warden call is a super feature designed to enhance safety and support in care homes and similar organisations within the health and care industry.
Yorbl Vita Hub – Digital Door Entry Feature
As our society continues to age, the adoption of smart home technologies presents increasingly effective means to support the well-being of our loved ones.
Yorbl’s Community Living Solutions
In the dynamic landscape of the care sector, innovation is the key to staying ahead and meeting the evolving needs of residents and caregivers alike. If you are involved in a care home, care organisation, or any aspect of the care sector, the transition from analogue to digital is not just a change—it is an opportunity for transformation.
Breaking Ground in Health Tech: Yorbl and Pivotell Join Forces for Technological Telecare Synergy
In a move towards further digitally enabling the landscape of health and care, Yorbl are pleased to share the news that collaboration with Pivotell.
Seamless ARC Integration? No problem!
In the realm of community living innovation, the Yorbl Vita Hub stands out with its powerful super feature — the seamless integration of a straightforward help request system directly to an Alarm Receiving Centre (ARC), Care Home Manager or a designated loved one. This singular capability redefines user safety and comfort, placing control and assistance at the fingertips of every Hub user.
Euvic tackles the challenge of developing an app that aggregates data from Yorbl’s devices
Challenge The main aim for Euvic was to create an application for Yorbl that aggregates data from...
Measure your activity, health & wellbeing
In a world that is becoming increasingly interconnected, there is a growing need for innovative solutions that empower individuals to live independently while ensuring their safety.
Who are the key players in Hampshire’s booming startup scene?
When it comes to innovative and successful software startups, the county of Hampshire is a standout in the United Kingdom.
Community Living? No problem!
In the ever-evolving landscape of telecare, the Yorbl Vita Hub seamlessly integrates with the Yorbl Digital Ecosystem for community living
Person-Centred Digital Telecare
What’s the concept of person-centred digital telecare and how it is transforming the telehealth and telemedicine solutions?
Yorbl Hub – Unveiling the Power of Personalisation
In the ever-evolving landscape of TECS, adaptability is the key to staying ahead of the curve. At Yorbl, we understand the dynamic needs of our users and are thrilled to introduce our next amazing feature – the ability for the Yorbl Hub to change its logo to perfectly suit your business identity.
Yorbl Vita Hub: What can I be for you today?
One of the many Yorbl Hub features is our unique ability to change the user interface language seamlessly, meaning we can cater to the personal linguistic needs of a diverse cohort of residents. In a world where clear, appropriate communication is key, to determining personalised outcomes, Yorbl is mindful of and recognises the importance of language barrier removal, ensuring each person can access and utilise the device to meet their needs.
Wishing you a happy and healthy 2024
Yorbl is a small, artisan provider of digital technologies with solutions designed to support people living in a multitude of domestic locations & environments, speaking several different first languages with a host of diverse care needs. However, our target audience all have one major thing in common, they, like us are people.
Time for a Yorbl? Our Christmas Opening Hours
Time for a Yorbl? Our opening times for the festive period
NHSE shares specification for system co-ordination centres, including digital software requirements and metrics to be monitored
NHS England has released its System Co-ordination Centre (SCC) specification framework, building...
The Benefits of Co-Production in the development of Assisted Living Technologies
Co-production is an approach that involves users in the design and delivery of services or products, thereby ensuring that the solutions are created with users rather than provided to or imposed upon them. It centres on the belief that the users of any service or product hold significant insights and valuable perspectives that can contribute to the development and refinement of the service or product. Find out the benefits and challenges in this article from Yorbl’s founder and CEO, Peter Reed-Forrester
Connected Personal Alarm Market Forecast 2024 to 2032
In today’s world, staying safe and secure is a top priority for everyone. That’s why connected personal alarms, equipped with advanced connectivity features, have become a game-changer. They provide individuals with instant emergency alerts and assistance, giving us peace of mind like never before.
Senior’s Guide to Staying Healthy
In elderly adults, the flu or common cold can often lead to complications. Lifestyle changes, maintaining regular vaccinations, and improving personal hygiene habits can reduce the risk of illness
We’re QSF Accredited for the second year!
We are thrilled to announce that Yorbl Technologies has achieved TEC Quality Certified Organisation compliancy for the second consecutive year
Social connection is especially important for older people
While we all have an innate need for meaningful social engagement, it plays an even more vital role in older adults’ quality of life. Consistent social connection can help keep older adults physically, emotionally and mentally fit.
Telemedicine is set for another big year, driven by the momentum gained during the pandemic.
According to Healthcare IT News, telemedicine is set for another big year, driven by the momentum gained during the pandemic.
News Time!
The Defence Health Agency is embracing a virtual-first approach to healthcare, aiming for increased efficiency and accessibility. See more news…
Maintain Senior Independence By Getting Involved In Your Community
Senior independence is a critical part of aging because it allows you to enjoy your golden years to the fullest. As we get older, we may find that certain things are more challenging to do on your own, but there are still plenty of habits to incorporate that can help you maintain your independence.
Google’s voice recognition – the Welsh language – a stumbling block for TECS?
The lack of acknowledgment of the Welsh language by Google’s voice recognition technology has been a stumbling block for many companies and platforms that rely on natural language processing.
The Importance of Independence for Seniors
The importance of being independent is twofold for seniors. Independence is sometimes the only thing seniors may feel they can control as certain aspects of their life change as they age.
Virtual wards – why and how to make them a success
Virtual wards are a crucial part of NHS plans to increase capacity, as highlighted in the recent delivery plan for recovering Urgent and Emergency Care services
Fall prevention: Simple tips to prevent falls
Falls put you at risk of serious injury. Prevent falls with these simple fall prevention measures, from reviewing your medications to hazard-proofing your home
Virtual Care CEO Lays Out Telehealth Trends for 2023
Speaking to Healthcare IT News, Recuro Health Founder and Chief Executive Officer Michael Gorton recently sounded off on various telemedicine trends, offering his opinion on the current state of healthcare delivery, the future of the industry beyond COVID-19, and how care coordination is the key to effective telemedicine.
World Health Day: Here’s how AI and digital health are shaping the future of healthcare
According to weforum.org, a tide of health data and digital technologies – such as artificial intelligence (AI) and telemedicine – is sweeping away long-held preconceptions about global health and healthcare access and provision.
Fun Activities for Seniors!
Whatever your age, interests, or abilities, you can enjoy pastimes that make you laugh, lose track of time, or feel like a goofy kid at hear
Trusted Care Teams Essential For High Quality Care
Chronic conditions are common in older adults. These include conditions like heart disease,...
Stay Active As You Age
There’s no question that regular physical activity can be beneficial for a myriad of reasons ranging from reduced risk of certain diseases to improved mental health and mood.
Have you heard of Technology Enabled Care Services?
Have you heard of Technology Enabled Care Services? TECS for short. It is actually an umbrella...
Yorbl Digital Care Solutions Give Dignity to the UK’s Ageing Population
Yorbl is using Twilio technology to help bring telecare solutions into the 21st century, and...
Predicting the future – A vision of Digital Community Living, Health and Care
Getting older can come with all sorts of challenges. There are minor annoyances, such as the various daily aches and pains, and moderate ones, like getting up in the night to visit the bathroom (I know, I am already there!).
We’re Exhibiting at ‘My Home, My Care, My Way’ Event 28th September
We’re Exhibiting at ‘My Home, My Care, My Way’ Event 28th September.
We’re Exhibiting at ‘How SMART is your Home?’ TECS Event 27th September
How SMART is your home Live Event, 27th September.
TSA NEWS – TEC Quality Chair flies flag for TEC on BBC News
TEC Quality Chair, Sir David Pearson speaks on BBC News about the importance of TEC in social care.
Yorbl will be Exhibiting at the TSA All Member Event
Fancy a Yorbl? We're looking forward to exhibiting at the TSA's All Member Event: TEC Sector,...
The Digital Delay – 12th July 2022, 10:00 – 11:30
What does this mean to the future of Technology Enabled Care? BT has paused the migration of...
Rising Healthcare Costs of Human Fall Incidents & How IoT is Helping Human Fall Detection
Yorbl's Lead Developer Richard Gate Discusses the Subject Richard Gate - Lead Developer, Yorbl...
Yorbl Technologies Achieve Quality Assurance Award
Yorbl Achieves QSF Award
Yorbl Vita Solution Approved by Digital Office Scotland
Yorbl is pleased to announce that their Yorbl Vita Digital Telecare solution has been approved by...
Yorbl joins Surrey Heartlands Health Tech Accelerator
Yorbl Technologies is very proud to announce that it will be the first Technology Enabled Care...
Yorbl Vita – It’s simple
Yorbl Vita allows users to simply press when they need assistance, and provide reassurance to...
Reassurance at the touch of a button
A report from the University of Lincoln and University of Sheffield in the UK found that offering...