At Remarkable, we invest in technology that moves the world toward a more inclusive future—one where people with disability, including those who acquire disability with age, can live with greater independence, safety, and dignity.
Our investment in Umps, as part of the Scaler co-investment initiative, is grounded in our belief that age-related disability is one of the most urgent and overlooked frontiers in health and social innovation. Umps addresses this challenge through smart, unobtrusive personal alarm technology that empowers older people to live independently—whether at home or in retirement village settings—while providing families and care teams with timely insights and support.
Where Ageing Meets Disability and Why It Matters
Disability is not something that affects a few; it's a reality most of us will face if we live long enough. Whether through cognitive decline, mobility changes, or sensory loss, ageing brings new forms of disability—and yet too often, Aged Care and support systems are reactive, not preventive.
Umps is changing this. Their suite of personal alarm products—including the Umps Link, Umps Watch, and Umps Mobile Alarm—are designed to provide immediate assistance during emergencies, such as falls or sudden illnesses. These devices connect users to a 24/7 professional monitoring centre, ensuring help is always within reach. Features like automatic fall detection, GPS location sharing, and water-resistant design make these alarms practical and reliable for daily use .
We see Umps as a compelling example of how Disability Tech can intersect with Aged Care to deliver inclusive, future-focused outcomes—with the potential to benefit millions.
Mission-Aligned and Market-Ready
Our decision to invest in Umps was driven by both deep alignment with our mission and the clear scalable commercial opportunity. With the global shift toward ageing in place and proactive models of support, Umps is solving a real and growing need in a market that is underserved yet rapidly expanding.
The team brings not only technical excellence but also deep sector insight and a strong track record of ecosystem engagement. Their leadership continues to shape the sector—supporting early-stage founders, mentoring in accelerators, and championing inclusive design principles across health, ageing, and disability.
Investing in All Our Futures
Umps represents exactly the kind of company we created Scaler to support: mission-driven, scalable, and built for global relevance. Their work bridges the worlds of disability and Aged Care, creating practical solutions that improve people’s lives while addressing long-term social and economic challenges.
By backing Umps, we are investing in technology that will support more of us as we age—and in doing so, we’re investing in all our futures.
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