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\/\/ Recommended bundles by home size const bundles = { small: { name: \"Small Apartment \/ 1BR\", recommendedDevices: [\"echo_dot\", \"smart_plug\", \"smart_bulb\", \"motion_sensor\"], totalCost: 40 + 25 + 30 + 25 }, medium: { name: \"Medium House \/ 2-3BR\", recommendedDevices: [\"echo_dot\", \"smart_plug\", \"smart_bulb\", \"motion_sensor\", \"thermostat\", \"door_sensor\", \"leak_sensor\"], totalCost: 40 + 25 + 30 + 25 + 150 + 20 + 30 }, large: { name: \"Large House \/ 4+BR\", recommendedDevices: [\"google_nest\", \"smart_plug\", \"smart_bulb\", \"motion_sensor\", \"thermostat\", \"door_sensor\", \"leak_sensor\", \"smart_lock\", \"video_doorbell\", \"smoke_co_detector\"], totalCost: 45 + 25 + 30 + 25 + 150 + 20 + 30 + 150 + 100 + 100 } }; function calculateSetupCost(homeSize, selectedDevices) { let totalCost = 0; if (homeSize !== \"custom\") { const bundle = bundles[homeSize]; for (let deviceId of bundle.recommendedDevices) { totalCost += deviceCosts[deviceId].cost; } } else { for (let deviceId of selectedDevices) { totalCost += deviceCosts[deviceId].cost; } } return totalCost; } function calculateEnergySavings(currentMonthlyBill, homeSize, hasThermostat, hasSmartBulbs, hasSmartPlugs) { let savingsPercent = 0;  if (hasThermostat) savingsPercent += 12; if (hasSmartBulbs) savingsPercent += 8; if (hasSmartPlugs) savingsPercent += 5;  if (homeSize === \"large\") savingsPercent *= 1.1; else if (homeSize === \"small\") savingsPercent *= 0.9;  let monthlySavings = currentMonthlyBill * (savingsPercent \/ 100); let annualSavings = monthlySavings * 12;  return { monthlySavings: Math.round(monthlySavings), annualSavings: Math.round(annualSavings), savingsPercent }; } function calculateSafetyScore(selectedDevices) { let totalSafetyScore = 0; for (let deviceId of selectedDevices) { totalSafetyScore += deviceCosts[deviceId].safetyScore; } return Math.min(100, totalSafetyScore); } function getRecommendation(totalCost, annualSavings, safetyScore, techComfort) { let paybackYears = annualSavings > 0 ? (totalCost \/ annualSavings) : Infinity; let recommendation = \"\";  if (safetyScore >= 60 && totalCost < 500) { recommendation = \"✅ Excellent safety value \u2014 these devices significantly reduce fall risk and emergency response time.\"; } else if (paybackYears < 3) { recommendation = \"💰 Energy savings will pay for the system in under 3 years. Good long-term investment.\"; } else if (techComfort === \"low\" && totalCost > 300) { recommendation = \"🟡 Consider starting with a basic smart speaker and a few smart bulbs to test comfort level.\"; } else if (safetyScore < 30 && totalCost > 400) { recommendation = \"⚠️ Low safety benefit relative to cost. Focus on fall prevention devices (motion lights, door sensors).\"; } else { recommendation = \"⚖️ Reasonable investment for seniors wanting convenience and peace of mind.\"; }  return recommendation; } \/\/ Build the calculator card const card = document.createElement('div'); card.className = 'calculator-card';  \/\/ Generate device checklist HTML let deviceChecklistHtml = ''; for (const [key, device] of Object.entries(deviceCosts)) { deviceChecklistHtml += ` <\/p>\n<div style=\"display:flex; align-items:center; gap:8px; margin-bottom:6px;\"> <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"device_${key}\" value=\"${key}\" style=\"width:20px; height:20px;\"> <label for=\"device_${key}\"><strong>${device.name}<\/strong> \u2014 $${device.cost} (Safety: +${device.safetyScore}, Energy: +${device.energyScore}%)<\/label> <\/div>\n<p> `; }  card.innerHTML = ` <\/p>\n<div class=\"card-header\"> <\/p>\n<h1>🏠 Smart Home Automation Setup Cost vs Safety\/Energy Savings<\/h1>\n<p> <pee>Quotes voice assistants, sensors, locks & projected ROI for seniors 55+<\/pee> <\/div>\n<p> <\/p>\n<div class=\"form-section\"> <\/p>\n<div class=\"row-2col\"> <\/p>\n<div class=\"input-group\"><label>🏡 Home Size<\/label><select id=\"homeSize\"><option value=\"small\">Small (1 bedroom apartment)<\/option><option value=\"medium\" selected>Medium (2-3 bedroom house)<\/option><option value=\"large\">Large (4+ bedroom house)<\/option><option value=\"custom\">Custom \u2014 manually select devices below<\/option> <\/select><\/div>\n<p> <\/p>\n<div class=\"input-group\"><label>💰 Monthly Energy Bill ($)<\/label><input type=\"number\" id=\"energyBill\" value=\"150\" min=\"50\" max=\"500\" step=\"10\"><\/div>\n<p> <\/div>\n<p> <\/p>\n<div class=\"row-2col\"> <\/p>\n<div class=\"input-group\"><label>🤖 Tech Comfort Level<\/label><select id=\"techComfort\"><option value=\"low\">Low \u2014 prefer simple, minimal setup<\/option><option value=\"moderate\" selected>Moderate \u2014 willing to learn basics<\/option><option value=\"high\">High \u2014 enjoy smart home features<\/option> <\/select><\/div>\n<p> <\/p>\n<div class=\"input-group\"><label>🔧 Professional Installation?<\/label><select id=\"professionalInstall\"><option value=\"no\">No (DIY setup)<\/option><option value=\"yes\">Yes (+$100-200)<\/option> <\/select><\/div>\n<p> <\/div>\n<p> <\/p>\n<div class=\"card-header\" style=\"background:#f0f4f8; padding:12px 16px; margin:16px 0 12px 0;\"> <\/p>\n<h3 style=\"margin:0; font-size:0.9rem;\">🛠️ Custom Device Selection (when Home Size = Custom)<\/h3>\n<p> <\/div>\n<p> <\/p>\n<div id=\"customDevices\" style=\"max-height: 250px; overflow-y: auto; border:1px solid #ddd; border-radius:16px; padding:12px; margin-bottom:16px;\"> ${deviceChecklistHtml} <\/div>\n<p> <button id=\"calcButton\">Calculate Cost, Savings & Safety Score<\/button> <\/div>\n<p> <\/p>\n<div id=\"resultsPanel\" class=\"results-container\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/div>\n<p> <\/p>\n<div class=\"info-badge\"> 📘 Tool Basis: Based on 2025 smart home device pricing (Amazon, Google, Ring, ecobee, Nest). Energy savings: smart thermostat 10-15%, smart bulbs 5-10%, smart plugs 3-8%. Safety features include motion-activated lights (fall prevention), leak sensors (flood prevention), smart locks (secure entry), video doorbells (identify visitors without opening door). <\/div>\n<p> <\/p>\n<div class=\"disclaimer-box\"> ⚕️ Financial Disclaimer: This is an estimator only. Prices vary by retailer and promotions. Smart home devices require reliable Wi-Fi; some seniors may need tech support for setup. Security cameras may require monthly subscription (not included). <\/div>\n<p> `;  root.appendChild(card);  function updateCalculator() { let homeSize = document.getElementById('homeSize')?.value; let energyBill = parseFloat(document.getElementById('energyBill')?.value) || 150; let techComfort = document.getElementById('techComfort')?.value; let professionalInstall = document.getElementById('professionalInstall')?.value === 'yes';  let selectedDevices = [];  if (homeSize !== \"custom\") { const bundle = bundles[homeSize]; selectedDevices = bundle.recommendedDevices; } else { for (const [key, device] of Object.entries(deviceCosts)) { if (document.getElementById(`device_${key}`)?.checked) { selectedDevices.push(key); } } }  if (selectedDevices.length === 0) { alert(\"Please select at least one device or choose a home size.\"); return; }  const totalCost = calculateSetupCost(homeSize, selectedDevices); const hasThermostat = selectedDevices.includes(\"thermostat\"); const hasSmartBulbs = selectedDevices.includes(\"smart_bulb\"); const hasSmartPlugs = selectedDevices.includes(\"smart_plug\"); const energy = calculateEnergySavings(energyBill, homeSize, hasThermostat, hasSmartBulbs, hasSmartPlugs); const safetyScore = calculateSafetyScore(selectedDevices); const recommendation = getRecommendation(totalCost, energy.annualSavings, safetyScore, techComfort);  let installCost = professionalInstall ? 150 : 0; let finalCost = totalCost + installCost; let paybackYears = energy.annualSavings > 0 ? (finalCost \/ energy.annualSavings).toFixed(1) : \"N\/A\";  let safetyLevel = \"\"; if (safetyScore >= 70) safetyLevel = \"Excellent fall prevention and security\"; else if (safetyScore >= 50) safetyLevel = \"Good protection \u2014 covers basic safety needs\"; else if (safetyScore >= 30) safetyLevel = \"Moderate safety features \u2014 consider adding motion sensors\"; else safetyLevel = \"Limited safety benefit \u2014 focus on fall prevention devices\";  const resultsHTML = ` <\/p>\n<div class=\"result-card cost-card\"> <\/p>\n<h3>💰 Setup Cost<\/h3>\n<p> <\/p>\n<div class=\"big-value\">$${finalCost}<\/div>\n<p> <\/p>\n<div>Equipment: $${totalCost} | Installation: $${installCost}<\/div>\n<p> <\/p>\n<div class=\"meter-bar\">\n<div class=\"meter-fill\" style=\"width: ${Math.min(100, (finalCost \/ 800) * 100)}%; background: #2e7d32;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p> <\/div>\n<p>  <\/p>\n<div class=\"result-card savings-card\"> <\/p>\n<h3>⚡ Energy Savings<\/h3>\n<p> <\/p>\n<div class=\"big-value\">$${energy.annualSavings}\/year<\/div>\n<p> <\/p>\n<div>\u2248 $${energy.monthlySavings}\/month (${energy.savingsPercent}% reduction)<\/div>\n<p> <\/p>\n<div class=\"meter-bar\">\n<div class=\"meter-fill\" style=\"width: ${Math.min(100, (energy.annualSavings \/ 300) * 100)}%; background: #1976d2;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p> <\/p>\n<div>Payback period: ${paybackYears === \"N\/A\" ? \"Energy savings minimal\" : `~${paybackYears} years`}<\/div>\n<p> <\/div>\n<p>  <\/p>\n<div class=\"result-card safety-card\"> <\/p>\n<h3>🛡️ Safety & Fall Prevention Score<\/h3>\n<p> <\/p>\n<div class=\"big-value\">${safetyScore}\/100<\/div>\n<p> <\/p>\n<div>${safetyLevel}<\/div>\n<p> <\/p>\n<div class=\"meter-bar\">\n<div class=\"meter-fill\" style=\"width: ${safetyScore}%; background: #f5b042;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p> <\/p>\n<div style=\"margin-top: 6px;\">${selectedDevices.includes(\"motion_sensor\") ? \"✅ Motion sensors for nighttime safety\" : \"💡 Tip: Add motion sensors to light pathways at night\"}<\/div>\n<p> <\/p>\n<div>${selectedDevices.includes(\"video_doorbell\") ? \"✅ Video doorbell \u2014 screen visitors without opening door\" : \"💡 Tip: Video doorbell helps avoid opening door to strangers\"}<\/div>\n<p> <\/p>\n<div>${selectedDevices.includes(\"leak_sensor\") ? \"✅ Water leak sensors \u2014 prevent flooding damage\" : \"\"}<\/div>\n<p> <\/div>\n<p>  <\/p>\n<div class=\"result-card roi-card\"> <\/p>\n<h3>📊 Recommendation<\/h3>\n<p> <\/p>\n<div>${recommendation}<\/div>\n<p> <\/p>\n<div style=\"margin-top: 6px;\"><strong>Senior-friendly features to prioritize:<\/strong><\/div>\n<p> <\/p>\n<ul class=\"tips-list\"> <\/p>\n<li>\u2022 🗣️ Voice assistant (Amazon Echo\/Google Nest) \u2014 set timers, reminders, call family hands-free<\/li>\n<p> <\/p>\n<li>\u2022 💡 Smart bulbs with motion sensors \u2014 lights automatically illuminate when you get up at night<\/li>\n<p> <\/p>\n<li>\u2022 🔒 Smart lock \u2014 keyless entry, no fumbling for keys; grant access to caregivers remotely<\/li>\n<p> <\/p>\n<li>\u2022 💧 Water leak sensor \u2014 alerts to flooding from washing machines, water heaters, toilets<\/li>\n<p> <\/p>\n<li>\u2022 🌡️ Smart thermostat \u2014 adjust temperature from bed or phone; saves energy<\/li>\n<p> <\/ul>\n<p> <\/p>\n<div style=\"margin-top: 10px; background:#e6f0fa; padding:10px; border-radius:14px; font-size:0.75rem;\"> 📞 <strong>Free resource:<\/strong> Your local utility may offer rebates for smart thermostats ($50-100) and energy audits for seniors. <\/div>\n<p> <\/div>\n<p> `;  const resultsDiv = document.getElementById('resultsPanel'); if (resultsDiv) { resultsDiv.style.display = 'block'; resultsDiv.innerHTML = resultsHTML; } }  const calcBtn = document.getElementById('calcButton'); if (calcBtn) { calcBtn.addEventListener('click', updateCalculator); setTimeout(() => updateCalculator(), 50); }  \/\/ Show\/hide custom device section based on home size const homeSizeSelect = document.getElementById('homeSize'); const customDevicesDiv = document.getElementById('customDevices');  if (homeSizeSelect) { homeSizeSelect.addEventListener('change', function() { customDevicesDiv.style.display = this.value === 'custom' ? 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