I set up a smart home for Grandpa!

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  • Utilizing smart home technology can greatly benefit the elderly and those with disabilities. In today's video I'll be visiting my grandfather and setting up a simple smart home for him.
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    0:00 Chapters
    1:02 Heading to Charleston
    2:28 The Plan
    3:02 Setting it Up
    4:25 About Aqara
    5:42 HomePod minis & Apple TV
    6:42 Calling for Help with Siri
    7:13 Setup a good network
    7:39 Aqara Hub
    8:15 Security System
    9:11 Cameras
    9:55 Water Leak Sensors
    10:42 Smart Plugs (Lighting)
    11:00 Motion Sensors
    12:00 Smart Buttons
    13:03 Vibration Sensor (Scooter)
    14:09 Air Quality Sensor
    14:40 Safety Automation Shortcut
    17:43 Managing His Smart Home
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 277

  • @ta3000
    @ta3000 Рік тому +46

    Maybe the most important video you’ve ever done. This could be an entire series. Setting these up for all different kinds of families and building something simple that “just works”.

    • @ShaneCreates
      @ShaneCreates  Рік тому +1

      🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

    • @collinlinebaugh9817
      @collinlinebaugh9817 Рік тому

      Dude. This is not the first time people need this help. I need this. Shortcuts was a great touch

  • @thickernell
    @thickernell Рік тому +27

    Shane, this is fantastic. I’m an IT professional but you still gave me some ideas for my 83 yo mother’s house I had never thought of. Keep up the good work dude.

  • @ReasonQuest
    @ReasonQuest 8 місяців тому

    I wish I had a grandson like you Shane. GOOD ON YOU, man. (My grandson is quite young, but if he grows up to be as kind as you (and I think he will), I'll be all good!)

    • @ShaneCreates
      @ShaneCreates  8 місяців тому

      Thank you for the kind words. 🙏🏼

  • @movingloz
    @movingloz Рік тому

    You are such a great bloke with the way you look after your Grandpa.

  • @jenniferconway2228
    @jenniferconway2228 Рік тому +1

    This is sooo awesome for older people. If only every old person had a grandson like you.

  • @D8099.
    @D8099. Рік тому

    85 yr old Grandpa + Acara. That’s all I needed to hear. Acara it is for my house.

  • @diemarcus
    @diemarcus Рік тому

    Great Dad!

  • @allanbennett272
    @allanbennett272 9 місяців тому

    I know this is an older video and I just watched it recently, but this is one of the coolest smart home setups that I have seen. This is very cool protecting your family and making sure they’re safe very cool man.

  • @dairbatandon8632
    @dairbatandon8632 Рік тому +3

    This Granny set up her own!!! I love it😂

  • @MegaPppx
    @MegaPppx Рік тому +11

    Shane you’re such a good grandson!

  • @kyad9
    @kyad9 Рік тому +20

    I loved the really creative automations you set up for him tailored to his lifestyle! Great video as always, Shane!

  • @williammartinez8381
    @williammartinez8381 Рік тому +14

    OMG, Shane, what a great idea for a second HomeKit home. Thank you for all the great advice In this video. This is something that I’ve been thinking about doing for my parents that are in their late 70s.

    • @ShaneCreates
      @ShaneCreates  Рік тому +2

      Glad it was helpful. Thanks for watching!

  • @whatmeworry2006
    @whatmeworry2006 Рік тому +2

    Since subscribing to your channel I am enjoying the many Aqara devices and automations I have learned about from you. I’m 73 and am super close to my grandsons. You hit a grand slam home run in the bottom of the ninth with two outs with this video for combining safety, convenience, and most of all your love for your grandfather. You deserve a million new subscribers after this. I hope 2023 brings much health and happiness to you and Pappy.

    • @ShaneCreates
      @ShaneCreates  Рік тому

      Thanks so much for watching and for the kind words!

  • @LamarrWilson
    @LamarrWilson Рік тому +4

    This is an excellent video man. Nicely done.

  • @agray8109
    @agray8109 Рік тому +4

    Awesome video. You've hit a segment of the market (children wanting to provide for their independent elders) that you should really explore. This is a untapped market and should lead to a series of videos and scenes. Well done.

  • @lieschenmuller5511
    @lieschenmuller5511 Рік тому

    Love your great ideas. Shortcut with light-brightness in percent is such a great idea. Best regards from Germany.

  • @tutubeos
    @tutubeos Рік тому

    Well done 💙👍🏼

  • @kylenewton7943
    @kylenewton7943 7 місяців тому

    You might want to think of a tighter way to configure that notification if no motion in x hrs. Consider he goes to bed and the last motion detected was at 8:02 PM -- then he falls when he gets out of bed in the night at 1:00 AM. Since your automation to check if the light is at 21% is at 8:00 AM you will not know that he is not well until approx. 31 hours later.

  • @Slimhaven1
    @Slimhaven1 Рік тому +4

    Great Video Shane! Please Thank Pappy for his service to our great country from one Patriot to another!

  • @michaelrutledge1626
    @michaelrutledge1626 Рік тому

    Awesome stuff! Informative, practical, and wholesome! 😃

  • @joshuahaney1135
    @joshuahaney1135 Рік тому +1

    Awesome

  • @aoa7141
    @aoa7141 Рік тому

    super cool

  • @graham2425
    @graham2425 Рік тому +1

    Great job Shane love it 👍

  • @mannymota3442
    @mannymota3442 Рік тому

    Excellent!

  • @campervanchris4171
    @campervanchris4171 Рік тому +1

    Fantastic video Shane we have to look after the elderly!

  • @adamtaylor2296
    @adamtaylor2296 Рік тому +1

    Great job taking care of your grandfather!

  • @micheljr.beaudry21
    @micheljr.beaudry21 Рік тому

    You gave me some idea for my old grandpa. Thank you sir 👍🏽

  • @robertfreck2701
    @robertfreck2701 Рік тому

    Great Video!

  • @lindaenloe7373
    @lindaenloe7373 Рік тому

    Good job Shane!

  • @BrandonDoyleMN
    @BrandonDoyleMN Рік тому

    Great job!

  • @wbm1077
    @wbm1077 Рік тому +2

    Great video and good job taking care of your pappi. I set up something for my mom before she passed and of all the automations she loved asking to listen to music the most. Thank you for your service pappi!

  • @danmiller5297
    @danmiller5297 Рік тому

    Thank you for an insightful video, stay safe and be well.

  • @bhogan002
    @bhogan002 Рік тому

    Another excellent presentation Shane. 👏👏👏

  • @m.j.r.technologyreveiws1075

    Enjoyable to see.Thank You!

  • @sethhubbard698
    @sethhubbard698 Рік тому +1

    I really liked the format of this video! Very cool to have a bit of a change of scenery while you were out at his house.

  • @Gordidon
    @Gordidon Рік тому

    This was an awesome video. I loved the setup for even my mom.

  • @sfchipster
    @sfchipster Рік тому

    You’re such a good guy!

  • @adambroussard8192
    @adambroussard8192 Рік тому

    This video was great

  • @jamesleeeuwendaal5991
    @jamesleeeuwendaal5991 Рік тому +1

    nice job Shane

  • @benmabebajr.6551
    @benmabebajr.6551 Рік тому

    Awesome 👍🏿

  • @titopr64
    @titopr64 Рік тому

    Amazing what you accomplished. Great ideas that can be implemented. 🎉 Thank you for sharing.

  • @misstubbie1313
    @misstubbie1313 Рік тому

    You’re a good kid ❤

  • @rosscoman
    @rosscoman Рік тому

    Great tip about setting up that well-being check based on an accessory condition.

  • @inelonwetrust9169
    @inelonwetrust9169 Рік тому

    Really enjoyed this video. Great way to use technology to help make his life easier and give you the peace of mind to know he is okay.

  • @melissamoskau5667
    @melissamoskau5667 Рік тому

    Always appreciate and learn from your videos. Thanks, Shane!

  • @SunnySkiesInAZ
    @SunnySkiesInAZ Рік тому

    Great video, great idea.

  • @chenault15
    @chenault15 Рік тому

    I salute you for being such a great grandson to your Grandaddy!! I love my granddaddy so much and him and I really close so it warms my heart to see another that has a similar love for their granddaddy.

  • @tiggerlove12
    @tiggerlove12 Рік тому +1

    Love this video especially the last part to notify to say if something is wrong etc. I’ll be sharing this video with my cousin to do for his parents who are in their late 70’s. Thanks to you I’ve been using Aqara for the last 2 years and love their cameras etc. We use the cameras in our home where we have a small baby sitting business and we use cameras in all to check on the kids while they are napping. They make great stuff. Thank your grand pop for all his services.

  • @MrKyoo
    @MrKyoo Рік тому +1

    Nice, please tell Pappy thanks for his service.

  • @Raptors0524
    @Raptors0524 Рік тому +1

    Shane, you are just a cool dude! You have helped me build a nice HomeKit for my family!

  • @DerekZimmer
    @DerekZimmer Рік тому +1

    You’re a good grandson. And, I really liked watching you create a entire home tailored around a specific person type, aka senior. It was interesting to hear how you thought through each device for that person.

  • @dadfixdit
    @dadfixdit Рік тому

    Great job Shane! I’ve bought several Aqara products because of you and they have been fantastic. This a great idea for a truly affordable smart home for older parents or someone you need to keep an eye on. I love how inexpensive the Aqara products are and how well they work. Please thank Pappy for his service for me- a true hero!

  • @dannycabrera8466
    @dannycabrera8466 Рік тому

    I love those old black and white family photos

  • @VenaJo
    @VenaJo Рік тому

    Bigggg congrats!!!! Great ideas and awesome use of technology!!!!

  • @badsomething
    @badsomething Рік тому

    you're a good grandson!

  • @nickrossuk
    @nickrossuk Рік тому

    Excellent video, Shane - that’s given me a number of ideas for my folks. Thank you for your continued videos - really helpful

    • @ShaneCreates
      @ShaneCreates  Рік тому

      Thanks for watching! I'm glad it was helpful.

  • @howardyermish
    @howardyermish Рік тому

    Shane - such a great overview video and I’d love to see a bit more about your planning process. Great job!

  • @lmmillette1
    @lmmillette1 Рік тому

    Wow! Super awesome for Pappy! I would love to do this for my mom at 94 but it will have to be super simple. Thanks!

  • @carterhobson310
    @carterhobson310 Рік тому +1

    Great Video! I have also been helping my grandpa set up his smart home with Alexa and HomeKit! He is in his 70s and is super tech savvy! We have set up a few smart plugs and automations with camera motion detection in HomeKit so far.

  • @CesarGamino
    @CesarGamino Рік тому +1

    Love these. Gives me more ideas for my parents' home. I set up a few things but didn't know I could access their Homekit from mine. I wanna set that up.

    • @ShaneCreates
      @ShaneCreates  Рік тому

      Thanks for watching! Glad it was helpful and hopefully sparked some more ideas.

  • @mikedavis6299
    @mikedavis6299 Рік тому

    Gave me some ideas for setting up my home. Thanks from a 76 year old! Simple is good.

  • @JasCar1967
    @JasCar1967 Рік тому +1

    Great video Shane…your Pappy is super cool…you’re lucky to have him in your life

  • @SteveStearns
    @SteveStearns Рік тому +1

    You are an awesome grandson. I am sure he appreciates you doing all of this for him. There were some awesome ideas for people who are older and/or live alone.

  • @alberttendero6047
    @alberttendero6047 Рік тому

    Hey, Shane! I really enjoyed this video. It really touched my heart since I also have a grandad and he’s kind of a techie. Greetings from Spain!

  • @DW-ph2xg
    @DW-ph2xg Рік тому +7

    Well do Shane. You have given you, and your family a great connection and security for your grandfather. Kudos to him too for getting involved at his ripe age. Impressive!

  • @IskandarM_
    @IskandarM_ Рік тому

    Here I thought you were just going for the simple lights on, lights off, but you went all out with sensors and all. This is awesome.

  • @tato335
    @tato335 Рік тому

    blessings to your grandpa!

  • @GeorgeLangabeer
    @GeorgeLangabeer Рік тому +1

    Awesome video this week! Great use of Aqara products. Looked like a fun road trip. Your Grandpa is awesome! Thank him for his service for me!

  • @Polkster13
    @Polkster13 Рік тому +3

    Love the ideas and I love the Aqara devices. I have a ton of them as well. I also really like the "No Motion" automation for health safety check on your grandfather.
    I also put in electrical cover plates that have a built-in LED light and light sensor on them. I put them in areas that don't have windows and allows me to see when I get up in the middle of the night for bathroom breaks and they don't ruin my night vision.

  • @ash1983
    @ash1983 Рік тому

    Amazing video. Thanks for sharing ❤

  • @greetp
    @greetp Рік тому

    Excellent video Shane!
    For more vulnerable adults, it may be a good idea to set up maximum/minimum temperature alerts to highlight issues with heating or cooling systems.

  • @dwaynehamrick
    @dwaynehamrick Рік тому

    Great video Shane! Keep up the great work!

  • @mmosbauer
    @mmosbauer Рік тому +1

    Shane, great video. We all have family that is wanting to make their lives easier and this shows some good examples in comparison to our normal video on dealing with our own homes which usually have spouses, kids and such.

  • @frankieangels4082
    @frankieangels4082 Рік тому

    This is a game changer Shane!
    Thanks for doing this….do you plan on a follow-up video so we can see what tweaks and additions were made?

  • @loydpotter6901
    @loydpotter6901 Рік тому

    Outstanding video. Please thank him for his service to our country. We need more men like him.

  • @pmrjrconsultingservicesaka425

    That’s a GREAT video! Not only to help older adults, but that will help the Deaf and Hard of Hearing people! Keep it up! Thanks!

  • @dannycabrera8466
    @dannycabrera8466 Рік тому

    Holy crap, great idea with the motion detection text message automation.

  • @tomhenderson434
    @tomhenderson434 Рік тому

    Nice video, Shane. One thing I like about my set-up is having sound from Apple TV 4k sent to HomePod mini that is placed near where I sit when watching TV. It allows listening at a much lower volume and I can hear it better. I have learned much from you. Keep up the good work.

    • @ShaneCreates
      @ShaneCreates  Рік тому

      Thanks Tom! Good idea. I considered using HomePods as default audio for Pappy's Apple TV, but ultimately felt like it was another possible point of failure that could eventually need troubleshooting. So I kept them separate just to keep the setup as basic as possible. But that's a great tip.

  • @melvintan5117
    @melvintan5117 Рік тому +1

    Love this video. Shane, you can be a Smart home setup consultant 😊

  • @HughD
    @HughD Рік тому

    Thanks!

  • @barnabyjames7768
    @barnabyjames7768 Рік тому

    Ka Pai, this is a fantastic idea. I’ve set up something similar for my parents, but I didn’t add as a second home in my app, will do that today. Thanks for the continuous inspiration. Ngā mihi NZCH.

  • @STRaphelCatholicChurch
    @STRaphelCatholicChurch Рік тому

    Shane this was one of your BEST videos! My mom lives alone but is not very tech savvy and I have been trying to figure out how to make sure she is save but give her “space” - A LOT Of great ideas! May God Bless you and your Family!

    • @ShaneCreates
      @ShaneCreates  Рік тому

      Thank you for watching! I'm glad the video was helpful!

  • @dianemoore2945
    @dianemoore2945 Рік тому +3

    Hey Shane, I thought this was so amazing that you did this for GrandPa! You are a wonderful grandson ❤. How is grandpa doing with his “smart home”? He is my kinda grandpa, not afraid to try different things and not afraid of technology. Way coo grandpa!! Oh yeah, cute pics.😂

    • @ShaneCreates
      @ShaneCreates  Рік тому +2

      Thanks Diane. He is a cool grandpa! He's doing well with it. I've had to FaceTime him once or twice for some things but so far no issues that I haven't been able to help with or resolve remotely.

  • @cluedoenvivo
    @cluedoenvivo Рік тому

    Thanks for the video ❤ I been using the flic smart bottoms to control Siri shortcuts on my Mac

  • @CrazyGadgetGuy
    @CrazyGadgetGuy Рік тому

    Awesome video

  • @TheUnofficialMaker
    @TheUnofficialMaker Рік тому

    You are an awesome grandson! Every time I watch your video it costs me! Just the facts...lol.

  • @elevateyourcreativeness
    @elevateyourcreativeness Рік тому

    Great video Shane! I encourage anyone with elderly parents or grands to invest into smarthome technology!
    Doesn’t have to be complex, but worth every penny they’ll spend for peace of mind!

  • @mikerisner
    @mikerisner Рік тому

    This video really hit home for just how much BETTER things have gotten in home automation. I set up a few things for my dad, but I couldn’t remotely troubleshoot any problems, and he wasn’t comfortable messing with anything. He passed earlier this year, but today’s home automation options would have been a godsend five years ago.
    And some of your innovative solutions for Pappy will work for anyone. Thanks for another terrific video!

    • @ShaneCreates
      @ShaneCreates  Рік тому

      Thanks for watching Mike. I'm sorry for your loss.
      I agree things have gotten much better in just the past five years. It's exciting to see where it goes from here.

  • @DAVIDJB2
    @DAVIDJB2 Рік тому

    Hello, Shane I have been watching you for over a year and probably seen all of your homekit stuff. I really look forward to seeing your videos. I am a senior and the Grandpa video was just great. It was understandable and practical keep up the Very good work. Thanks

    • @ShaneCreates
      @ShaneCreates  Рік тому

      Thanks so much for watching! 🙏🏼

    • @DAVIDJB2
      @DAVIDJB2 Рік тому

      @@ShaneCreates Hi Shane, what exactly is the discord group, Can a old man join, what payments options, remember I’m old school, is there a yearly rate ? I am really invested in Homekit and automation and have questions that apple can’t answer, is this the place ? Thanks

  • @Weeem
    @Weeem Рік тому

    I built a system just like this for my mum a couple of moths ago with Aqara sensors and cameras but controlled by HomeAssistant.
    Gives us a lot of piece of mind (and her)

  • @seatek
    @seatek Рік тому

    Excellent! I automated the crap out of my dad’s, including an Apple Watch too. The night lights always turning on is the biggest deal. As he got sicker and I had to take care of him I used the Logitech Circle 2 cameras to detect motion at night and notify me so I could make sure he was ok getting to the bathroom or kitchen. The peace of mind for everyone is huge!

    • @ShaneCreates
      @ShaneCreates  Рік тому +1

      That's incredible. Thanks for sharing!

  • @PiyathPamuditha
    @PiyathPamuditha Рік тому

    You're a nice Grandchild !

  • @lthomas63
    @lthomas63 Рік тому +2

    Awesome video Shane! It would be nice if you did a video of setting up someone else’s smart home, from full consultation to install.

  • @MR-pr8tp
    @MR-pr8tp Рік тому

    Great video. As a senior I set up a few simple automations using Phillips Hue such as turning on my coffee maker when I climb out of bed or using security cameras and motion sensors. I love everything Apple/ HomeKit. I want to add that my Apple Watch is the best purchase ever. I fell off a porch, knocked me unconscious and my Apple Watch woke me up asking if I needed an ambulance. I was okay but can't emphasize this is a must for single and elderly citizens. Replaces the old "I fell and can't get up"... And no subscriptions. Can program my Reminders to pop up when I reach a location such as the grocery store to portray my list. When getting out of bed in the dark I usually just ask Siri to turn on the flashlight for me and that helps a lot. Thanks for the suggested scenes and routines.

    • @ShaneCreates
      @ShaneCreates  Рік тому

      Thanks for watching! That’s incredible. I agree… the Apple Watch is an amazing device, especially for seniors. We first got Pappy one a few years back after he experienced a similar fall or two.

  • @christianhotter
    @christianhotter Рік тому

    Nice! I'm doing something similar for my mom. So far it's just Apple TV, HomePod, and a doorbell. I'm mostly going for the least amount of moving pieces that may need me to troubleshoot remotely.

    • @ShaneCreates
      @ShaneCreates  Рік тому +1

      Thanks for watching Christian. Yes, I agree. I think it takes a lot more thought when setting something like this up for someone else that may not be as technically savvy. Hopefully this video gave you some good ideas.

  • @adamsimsiroglou1355
    @adamsimsiroglou1355 Рік тому +1

    I love that you made this. I have been waiting to pull the trigger on this for my 88 year old Grandfather who also lives alone and is also 2 hours away from me. Sounds like we have the same situation.
    My only concern is what to do if he runs into “No Response”. I can of course make the trip down but this is the only thing holding me back.
    I know it’s out of our control, I guess I am just talking out loud lol.

    • @ShaneCreates
      @ShaneCreates  Рік тому

      Thanks for watching Adam. That's certainly something to consider. As mentioned, one of my main goals was to make this as simple as possible so there are less ways it could go sideways. Also why I wanted to use Aqara. They have always been extremely reliable for me. All the child accessories connect via zigbee, so as long as the main hub stays connected, you shouldn't have any issues.

  • @GoFastGator
    @GoFastGator Рік тому

    Great video! That scooter was a perfect use case for an AirTag…

  • @HughD
    @HughD Рік тому

    Shane this could be the best video you've done. I'm just a few years younger than your grandfather and live about 100 miles south of him. I really like the Aqar devices and was really impressed with your "no-motion" automation/shortcut! I have one thing in my house I'm doing differently. While the Aqara leak sensors are fine and perfect for him, in a coastal (hurricane-prone) area home I much prefer YoLink leak sensors and related devices. For example, in my house when there's a leak anywhere (six sensors) the main water to the house automatically shuts off even when there's no power and no Internet. Try that with most other leak systems. Furthermore, there's a very bright YoLink/Homekit user who has created an excellent plugin for YoLink devices for use with Hoobs/Homebridge! You did a great job with this, Shane!

    • @ShaneCreates
      @ShaneCreates  Рік тому

      Thanks for the kind words! That's a great setup with your water sensors. Definitely good to have if you live in a flood zone. Impressive that it can run with no power or internet.

  • @aerobill8554
    @aerobill8554 Рік тому

    What a timely video Shane. My mom just passed away last week leaving my 87 yo Dad (former Royal Air Force) alone in a big house. I was thinking of doing similar so this is inspirational. I will do safety and security first and then move on to energy saving and comfort features. Agree with the other viewer: Would appreciate continuing this series. Greetings from the Netherlands 🇳🇱

    • @ShaneCreates
      @ShaneCreates  Рік тому

      I am very sorry to hear about your loss. Thank you for watching and I appreciate the feedback.

  • @leumas75
    @leumas75 Рік тому

    I did something very similar to this for my 84 yr old father-in-law, who just moved into one of those similar communities to your “Pappy.” One of the things I did was to set a motion sensor on his mattress, so that the bathroom light comes on automatically when he gets up in the middle of the night to pee. I also put an motion sensor AND an AirTag n his minivan, because he was worried someone might steal it. That, along with automations similar to yours that alerts both of his daughters if he hasn’t opened his front door to go to breakfast by a certain time (along with his AppleWatch, which has already been a (possible) lifesaver), have given him and his progeny much comfort, as he is living ≈ 2 hours from one daughter, and 6 hours from us. Thanks for highlighting this process!

    • @ShaneCreates
      @ShaneCreates  Рік тому

      That's incredible. Nice job. Thank you for sharing!