Dezentrale digitale Unterstützung für Pflegebedürftige und ihre An- und Zugehörigen

The DECURA research project addresses a challenge that often arises suddenly: family members and other close individuals find themselves unexpectedly responsible for home care, facing a steep learning curve in a short period of time. The project investigates how digital tools can provide concrete support in this situation – for example through clear, personalised guidance on carrying out care procedures or using assistive devices, as well as digital assistance with the often burdensome communication with care insurance funds and other institutions. A particular focus is placed on the protection of sensitive personal data: unlike many digital applications, DECURA takes a decentralised approach, processing data locally on users’ own devices wherever possible so that individuals retain control over their personal information. The project is funded by the Federal Ministry for Research, Technology and Space with two million euros and is carried out by a consortium of five partners led by the German Institute for Applied Nursing Research (DIP) in Cologne, including the Institute of Computer Science at Justus Liebig University Giessen.