CDC: One-fourth of assisted living communities use EHRs; use highest in Midwest
Jun 29, 2018
About one-fourth of assisted living communities use electronic health records, and use is highest among communities located in the Midwest, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said Thursday.
Data breach puts personal information of residents, workers at risk, Elmcroft Senior Living says
By
Lois A. Bowers
Jun 11, 2018
The personal information of Elmcroft Senior Living residents and their family members, employees and others could have been stolen in a data breach that occurred in mid-May, the Louisville, KY-based company...
American Baptist Homes of the Midwest rolls out Eversound technology to its communities
Apr 30, 2018
Eden Prairie, MN-based American Baptist Homes of the Midwest has rolled out proprietary audio technology from Eversound to its seven communities, across six states.
Episcopal Senior Communities chooses Vocera Communications System
Jan 09, 2018
Episcopal Senior Communities has chosen to use the Vocera Communications System its six continuing care retirement communities, which are located in the San Francisco area, the technology company announced...
New center, council support innovation and healthful aging
By
Lois A. Bowers
Oct 25, 2017
A new center in Louisville, KY, aims to foster innovation and healthful aging, and a new council there has the goal of promoting the city as a hub of activity related to optimal aging.
‘Smart’ senior living system implemented at five Spring Arbor communities
By
Lois A. Bowers
Apr 19, 2017
A technology platform newly implemented after a pilot project enables staff members to monitor care, hospitality and operational efficiency, but some of its main benefits relate to resident socialization...
$100,000 grant will help wellness program improve software
Dec 13, 2016
A $100,000 grant from the not-for-profit Aging in America will enable Vitalize 360, a joint venture between Hebrew SeniorLife and Kendal, to improve its software to promote healthful aging.
Eldercare robots take a step closer to senior living
By
Lois A. Bowers
Dec 08, 2016
Someday, it may be common for senior living residents and their caregivers to be assisted by robots, and sensors embedded throughout living spaces may be an integral part of healthcare. These technologies...
More news for Tuesday, Dec. 6
Dec 06, 2016
Women with dementia receive less medical attention … The Senate was expected to vote on the 21st Century Cures legislation today … 89% of adults over 50 own some type of mobile device and 73%...
Social media use has physical, mental health benefits for seniors
By
Lois A. Bowers
Aug 26, 2016
Use of email, instant messaging and social media can result in less loneliness and fewer chronic illnesses and symptoms of depression for older adults, according to new research.