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Robots for ADL assistance may be in future
By
Lois A. Bowers
Sep 01, 2015
The National Science Foundation has awarded a $1.5 million grant to help researchers develop robots that can assist older adults with activities of daily living and other chores.
Senior living looks to smart technology to keep residents, staff connected
By
Lois A. Bowers
Jan 07, 2019
The Cardinal is one of the most recent communities to harness Alexa for its residents and staff. But it certainly won’t be the last.
Hearing loss incidence will almost double by 2060, study predicts
By
Lois A. Bowers
Mar 02, 2017
Hearing loss has been tied to accelerated cognitive decline, poorer physical functioning and higher healthcare costs, and now a new study concludes that the number of Americans who have hearing loss may...
CCRC launches interactive map, virtual tour
By
Lois A. Bowers
Jan 03, 2017
In an effort to provide convenience and respond to the increasing technologic capabilities of residents, prospective residents and their families, a Florida continuing care retirement / life plan community...
Listen up: Hearing aids help more than hearing
Oct 20, 2015
Residents who use the devices may experience another important benefit, according to a study published in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society.
July 14 is deadline for McKnight’s Excellence in Technology Awards entries
By
Lois A. Bowers
Jun 28, 2017
Has your community used technology to improve care, dignity, staff-resident interaction, the bottom line or transitions between care settings? If so, then enter the 2017 McKnight’s Excellence in...
Senior living leaders convene today to tackle profession’s biggest challenges
Jun 20, 2019
The virtual doors to the McKnight’s Senior Living Online Expo open this morning at 10:30 a.m. ET. Attendees can earn up to three free continuing education credits.
July 28 is extended deadline for McKnight’s Excellence in Technology Awards
By
Lois A. Bowers
Jul 13, 2017
McKnight’s Senior Living and sister publication McKnight’s Long-Term Care News have extended until July 28 the deadline for entries in the 2017 McKnight’s Excellence in Technology Awards....
3-D games may help aging seniors maintain cognitive abilities
By
John O'Connor
Dec 11, 2015
In addition to improving eye-hand coordination and reaction time, these games also may help people who lose memory as they age or suffer from dementia.