Video calling for seniors ‘transformed’ by expanded platform options, company says
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Aaron Dorman
Aug 21, 2023
A video calling firm for seniors has launched a new application program interface and device management portal.
Study reveals ‘clear senior care gap’ that tech can fill
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Aaron Dorman
Aug 09, 2023
Roughly 70% of seniors aging in place in certain western countries don’t have access to ‘advanced’ monitoring systems, results show.
New AI brings Joy to seniors via TV-screen avatar
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Aaron Dorman
Oct 16, 2023
A new generative-AI “friend, confidant and companion” named Joy will interact with users via a television screen.
Seniors feeling their OATS with tech education programs
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Aaron Dorman
Jan 30, 2024
Two recent senior literacy programs include an “appy hour” in the Hastings, NE, library, and a new AARP OATS program in Colorado Springs.
Award-winning ‘Music With Movement’ program arms caregivers with tuneful tool to treat dementia
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Aaron Dorman
Dec 19, 2023
One recent music therapy program for seniors combines technologies, to help them combat depression and anxiety, researchers say.
‘Digital life story’ tools are invaluable for memory care residents . . . but more need to know how...
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Aaron Dorman
Mar 25, 2024
Giving older adults living with dementia digital tools to showcase their “life stories” is a tremendous addition to senior living and care communities, a new study shows.
New tech pilot program will digitize provider’s caregiver logs
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Aaron Dorman
Jun 30, 2023
A senior care and services provider recently announced it is collaborating on a pilot program that would move their caregiver logs online.
Tech entrepreneur pushing for ‘new rules’ for ‘new tools’ when it comes to fall emergencies
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Aaron Dorman
Nov 03, 2023
New technology could allow for a shift in rules about how senior living operators handle fall emergencies, one health tech CEO asserts.
Tech for caregivers should have design input from caregivers, nurse professional argues
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Aaron Dorman
Mar 29, 2024
Technology for nurses and caregivers should be developed with their input and development insights, one nursing expert argues.
Digital tools can help de-stress older caregivers, survey concludes
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Aaron Dorman
Aug 23, 2023
Digital fitness technology can be vital for reducing older caregivers’ stress levels, and keeping them fit enough to fulfill all care duties, a new study shows.