‘Misuse’ and ‘physical’ data breaches are most common in senior living, report...
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Lois A. Bowers
Apr 02, 2018
The most common types of data breaches in nursing and residential care facilities are related to misuse or paper copies of records, according to a new report. The good news is that there are steps the...
President’s Council recommends ‘technology for graceful aging’
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Lois A. Bowers
Mar 27, 2016
Internet access, fraud and abuse protection, cognitive training products and safety-related monitoring technology all are addressed in recommendations in a new report from the President’s Council...
Seniors’ use of technology is growing, survey finds
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Lois A. Bowers
May 21, 2017
Although seniors use technology less than younger adults, their use of it is growing, according to new research from the Pew Research Center. And the younger a senior is, the more likely he or she is to...
Provider boosts cybersecurity infrastructure, training after 2 ransomware attacks
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Lois A. Bowers
Nov 29, 2021
Cincinnati-based Episcopal Retirement Services said that it is implementing additional safeguards to its existing cybersecurity infrastructure and enhancing employee cybersecurity training after experiencing...
Program engages residents with technology
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Lois A. Bowers
Sep 05, 2016
A pioneering program at an Arizona senior living community has enabled residents to learn new skills, strengthen bonds with family members and connect with staff members and fellow residents in new ways.
TV, internet most popular news sources for older adults: survey
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Lois A. Bowers
Jan 20, 2021
Prospective senior living residents and their adult children most commonly turn to the television and online sources for their news, according to newly released survey results from the Pew Research Center.
3 ways tech use during pandemic will change long-term care forever
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Lois A. Bowers
Jul 09, 2021
With major vaccination programs completed and visitation restrictions easing, life at long-term care facilities across the country is inching toward looking more like its pre-pandemic self. But even when...
New crowdsourcing site aims to help older adults decide where to retire
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Lois A. Bowers
Jan 22, 2019
A new website aims to help older adults determine where to live in retirement through user-contributed reviews and other content, and it has the backing of a major senior living operator.
EHRs, information exchange still lacking in assisted living, CDC says
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Lois A. Bowers
Sep 07, 2017
More than three-fourths of assisted living communities and similar residential settings for older adults do not use electronic health records, according to newly analyzed data collected as part of the...
Provider tests technology to help residents reduce fall risk
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Lois A. Bowers
Mar 28, 2019
Eldersburg, MD-based Integrace is testing technology meant to help independent living residents assess and reduce their risks of falling.