Our Partnership Brings Robotics Solution to Aged Care
When Omni-Health teamed up with Lutheran Homes Barossa in early 2024, we found a shared vision of excellence beyond conventional automation.
This collaboration was recognized at the Excellence in Robotics Awards on 20 February, organized by Robotics Australia Group, where the aged care home won in the category of Defence, Emergency Response, and Healthcare. The award ceremony highlighted innovation and the future of robotics in Australia.
This achievement is particularly special as it reflects a genuine partnership. Working closely with the dedicated team at the aged care home and their visionary CEO, Lee Martin, we’ve seen how innovative ideas can enhance the delivery of aged care services.
Tackling Industry Pressures with Technology
The challenges faced by aged care facilities are considerable. In addition to providing outstanding care to residents, these facilities are under constant pressure to keep residential and common areas clean.
Support staff bear the weight of these demanding tasks while grappling with rising costs and heightened quality expectations. These challenges are especially pronounced in front-line service sectors, where the human touch is essential.
Our journey began with a thorough evaluation of the facility’s needs. We identified the deployment of autonomous cleaning robots as a strategic way to boost efficiency while also supporting staff wellbeing.
With their precision navigation and obstacle avoidance features, these robots can adapt to various environments with minimal staff involvement. Next, our team worked on integrating the autonomous solution into the home’s workflows. Powered by advanced sensors and mapping technology, the cleaning robots ensure high standards are maintained throughout the facility, delivering consistent performance that aligns with the home’s commitment to quality care.
Delivering Measurable Results
The results have been transformative. With routine cleaning tasks off their plates, support staff can dedicate more time to resident-centered activities, such as maintaining comfortable living spaces and engagement programs.
Lutheran Homes Barossa’s achievement challenges the idea that adopting technology in aged care has to be a slow and complicated process. Their success sets a new standard for the industry, showing how innovative solutions can enhance staff experiences while upholding care standards. The accomplishments at Lutheran Homes Barossa demonstrate that when targeted automation solutions are effectively implemented, they can lead to significant positive changes. This award confirms our approach of collaborating closely with clients to identify, implement, and refine solutions that yield measurable improvements.
About Omni-Health
Omni-Health is a leading healthcare systems integrator focused on automation and robotics solutions across the Asia-Pacific region. We customize advanced technologies to fit each client’s requirements, integrating innovations that boost operational efficiency, improve patient outcomes, and elevate the healthcare experience.