This book documents the state of the art in the field of ambient assisted living (AAL)
highlighting the impressive potential of novel methodologies and technologies to enhance
well-being and promote active ageing. The coverage is wide ranging with sections on care
models and algorithms enabling technologies and assistive solutions elderly people monitoring
home rehabilitation ICT solutions for AAL living with chronic conditions robotic assistance
for the elderly sensing technologies for AAL and smart housing. The book comprises a
selection of the best papers presented at the 9th Italian Forum on Ambient Assisted Living
(ForitAAL 2018) which was held in Lecce Italy in July 2018 and brought together end users
technology teams and policy makers to develop a consensus on how to improve provision for
elderly and impaired people. Readers will find that the expert contributions offer clear
insights into the ways in which the most recent exciting advances may be expected to assist in
addressing the needs of the elderly and those with chronic conditions.
