Mental wellness program leads to increased productivity
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
May 26, 2023
A partnership providing a new wellness benefit to employees has led to increased productivity for one senior living provider.
Fitness wearables should have special settings for seniors and senior women, researchers argue
By
Aaron Dorman
Jan 29, 2024
Devices that track fitness levels are biased against senior women in their calibration and recommendations, new research argues.
Thousands of nursing home, assisted living residents receive VR headset gifts as respite from unfolding...
By
Aaron Dorman
Oct 25, 2023
As war escalates in Israel, thousands of seniors living in the Holy Land are being gifted virtual headsets to help combat stress and PTSD.
Innovation funders looking to support mature tech projects in senior living space as part of new initiative
By
Aaron Dorman
Nov 03, 2023
Health tech orgs are collaborating on a new funding program, envisAGE, targeted at near-ready startups for senior living innovations.
Prioritizing wellness
By
Lois A. Bowers
Feb 26, 2024
If your company or community priorities include a focus on wellness for employees, results of a new survey could inspire you to examine your policies, practices and employee education related to work breaks...
Navigating the nexus of sleep, climate change and aging health
By
Amir Baniassadi, PhD
Nov 13, 2023
Understanding the intricate connection between sleep, the environment and the well-being of older adults has become a crucial focus as we explore the multifaceted dynamics of aging.
Samsung releases smartwatch aimed at tracking sleep quality
By
Ryner Lai
May 11, 2023
Samsung Electronics has introduced its latest line of smartwatches, called “One UI 5,” which has features to help users track and improve their sleep quality.
A chance for a fresh start, now or later
By
Lois A. Bowers
Jan 08, 2024
If you were hoping to make some New Year’s resolutions for 2024, don’t fret that it’s the second week of January already.
Designing for senior living while maintaining quality care, a sense of home
By
Manju Pai
Mar 20, 2023
Senior living design constantly is evolving and improving to ensure the well-being of all residents within any type of community. Whether it is an affordable senior housing, a mid-tier or a high-end, luxury...
New hobbies can help residents preserve, enhance cognitive function
By
Dori Ray
Nov 20, 2023
Supporting senior living residents with interesting programming supports their experience and growth, which ultimately preserves and enhances their cognitive functions.