# GPS Safety Tracker Wearables The 'Dristee' Keeps Kids and the Elderly Independent and Healthy By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2017-12-17 | Life-Stages Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dristee References: [geeky-gadgets](https://www.geeky-gadgets.com/dristee-kids-gps-watch-15-12-2017/) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/2046076347/dristee-family-gps-wearable) The 'Dristee' wearable has been created with kids, the elderly and the special needs community in mind to provide loved ones a way to keep an eye on those close to them. The device works by being worn by the person and instantly going to work to provide [GPS tracking capabilities](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/safety-alerts), which will allow geofences to be created. This means caregivers will be alerted if the person wearing the device moves beyond a set area to ensure they can locate them if they are in danger or simply going out when they shouldn't. The 'Dristee' wearable can also be used as an [emergency piece of equipment](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pebblebee-alert) for the wearer to alert their family and loved ones if they're in danger or need help. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.2/10 - Popularity: 92% | Activity: 85% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages) > [Youth](https://www.trendhunter.com/youth) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **GPS Tracking Wearables:** The trend of GPS tracking wearables can provide opportunities for creating new devices targeted at different user groups. - **Geofencing Technology:** The trend of geofencing technology can be applied in various industries for improving safety and security measures. - **Emergency Alert Wearables:** The trend of emergency alert wearables can inspire innovation in creating devices that prioritize user safety and peace of mind. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Healthcare Industry:** GPS tracking wearables and geofencing technology can improve patient safety and reduce healthcare costs associated with wandering or missing patients at hospitals and rehabilitation facilities. - **Education Industry:** GPS tracking wearables can assist in ensuring the safety of children on school buses and campuses, and geofencing technology can aid in attendance tracking and preventing truancy. - **Retail Industry:** Emergency alert wearables can be customized to address different safety concerns related to customer and employee safety in various retail settings. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Senior-Targeted Wearable Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lifeline-canada.md) - [All-in-One GPS Guide Wearables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/outdoor-gps-guide.md) - [Toddler Health-Tracking Wearables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/littlebird.md) - [Senior-Focused Wearable Health Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carepredict.md) - [Health-Tracking Swimmer Bracelets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soswim-safety-bracelet.md) - [Simply Designed Smart Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/doro-watch.md) - [Supportive Senior Wearables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mcarewatch-241.md) - [Fall-Detecting Smart Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mobilehelp-smart.md) - [Luxurious Safety Bracelets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luxurious-safety-bracelet.md)