Netown expands senior care tech as Taiwan's elderly numbers climb

The firm designs its assistive technology for disabled residents as well as older adults.

Taiwan’s growing elderly population is increasing demand for assistive technology that can support daily care whilst reducing pressure on families and professional caregivers.

In an interview during the Medical Taiwan 2026, Patricia Lin, Marketing Director at Netown Corporation, said smart healthcare development in Taiwan is increasingly centred on older adults and people with disabilities who need help living more safely and independently.

The shift comes as care providers look for practical ways to handle a rising number of patients without further adding to caregiver workloads. Assistive devices can help users perform routine activities and allow care workers to focus on tasks requiring direct supervision or medical attention.

“We are providing technology-assisted devices that can help make life easier and safer,” Lin said. “For caregivers, their workload would be less, so they can provide better quality care to patients or seniors.”

Amongst the products Netown is developing is a bowel assistance chair equipped with a vibration function. The device is intended to support bowel movement, relaxation and sleep for people who may have limited mobility or require regular assistance.

Such equipment may become more common in homes and care facilities as Taiwan’s elderly population expands and more residents require long-term support.

“Because the elderly population is increasing significantly in Taiwan, we think more and more senior people will need to be taken care of,” Lin said.

Over the next three years, demand is expected to rise for devices that improve safety and comfort whilst helping caregivers manage routine needs. Netown plans to continue developing equipment and services for older adults and disabled residents, with the broader aim of supporting daily independence and quality of life.