Pilot program tracks elderly residents’ steps

The government is trialing a support service for elderly residents living alone, using a mobile application to monitor daily steps and identify unusual patterns that may indicate health or safety concerns. The initiative, currently being implemented in senior housing apartments, aims to provide timely care for those in need. According to the Macau Federation of Trade Unions (FAOM), the program’s results will be evaluated for potential expansion in 2026, with the goal of making the app available to more areas across the city to benefit additional seniors living alone.