A secure, community-centered digital health monitoring platform for proactive elderly care in rural Zimbabwe built with IoT, blockchain accountability, and cybersecurity-first design.
# Chengeto - Digital Health Monitoring Platform
A secure, community-centered digital health monitoring platform designed for proactive elderly care in rural Zimbabwe.
## 🌟 Overview
Chengeto (Shona for "to protect") is a comprehensive healthcare platform that leverages IoT devices, blockchain technology, and intelligent scheduling to provide real-time monitoring and care coordination for elderly residents in rural communities.
## 🎯 Key Features
### For Elderly Users
- **Large-Font, High-Contrast Interface** - Easy to read and navigate
- **Voice-Powered Interactions** - Audio prompts and voice commands
- **One-Touch Panic Button** - Immediate emergency assistance
- **Automated Check-In Reminders** - Medication and wellness prompts
- **Simple Health Status Display** - Clear health metrics at a glance
### For Caregivers
- **Real-Time Health Monitoring** - Live dashboard of assigned elderly users
- **Alert Management** - Immediate notifications for critical events
- **Care Task Tracking** - Check-in completion and task management
- **GPS Proximity Verification** - Location-based check-ins
- **Device Status Monitoring** - Battery and connectivity status
### For Community Health Workers
- **Community Health Overview** - Aggregate health statistics
- **Patient Health Summaries** - Quick access to patient information
- **Visit Scheduling** - Efficient care visit planning
- **Health Assessment Forms** - Digital assessment tools
- **Referral System** - Easy escalation to higher care levels
### For Administrators
- **System Overview** - Complete platform health monitoring
- **User Management** - Role-based user administration
- **Device Management** - IoT device registration and configuration
- **Audit Log Viewer** - Cryptographically verified event logs
- **Blockchain Transaction Viewer** - Immutable event verification
### For Remote Family Members
- **Loved One Health Status** - Privacy-controlled access
- **Critical Alerts** - Emergency notifications only
- **Check- …