Studies have found that this technology—which usually involves wearable devices with a GPS and similarly non-invasive sensors—reduces the emotional strain of those caring for a family member with dementia.

This is important, given that about 6.9 million Americans age 65 and older are living with Alzheimer’s disease, and rates of Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia are increasing. In addition, family caregivers of people with dementia experience more stress and worse physical and mental health compared to others.

Until now, little has been known about how dementia caregivers use these products and how beneficial they find them.

Now, new insight into user satisfaction with one such brand—Theora Care—is available, thanks to a pilot study led by researchers from the Texas A&M University School of Public Health.