Smart home technology is quietly getting more attention from the Veterans Affairs health system as a way to help older and disabled vets live independently longer at home.

If you are a senior, you do not need a full “smart house” to benefit. Pick one everyday task that feels risky or tiring and see whether a simple device, like a smart light you can turn on from bed or a video doorbell that lets you see visitors without rushing to the door, would remove some worry.