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Over the past fifteen years or so, we’ve seen a flurry of “smart” care and monitoring approaches. However, the required intelligence does not solely pertain to the use of technologically advanced technical objects; it also falls within the domain of human beings and their well-being. In the healthcare domain, in light of recent technological feats, many improvements are anticipated. It is hoped that new technologies will put an end to the loneliness and neglect of older adults, that it will reduce technology-induced suffering or “ technopénie” (Moulias, 2014), restore solidarity, bring people closer together, make healthcare policies more efficient, promote compassion, well-being, and wellness, and above all, allow for the harmonization of two visions: “thinking global” and “acting local” (Rialle, 2017). In essence, all of these elements combine to offer comfort to patients, encouraging them to become more involved and engaged in their care and health journey. This change in approach, known as health democracy, raises the question of how we can reconcile these different practices to achieve a common goal: getting patients involved in their health and well-being. JEL codes: I10, I18, H51