A new device to help with seniors’ balance involves shoulder strap “muscles” to improve posture and would be less bulky than current options.
Digital tool to provide new insights on residents’ needs and preferences
By
Aaron Dorman
Nov 13, 2023
Linked Senior is launching a tool to provide assessments of LTC residents, to assist with social and medical needs, the company announced.
63-SNF Regency becomes new nonprofit, Wellsential Health
By
Lois A. Bowers
Oct 10, 2023
The Victoria, TX-based organization now known as Wellsential Health now is the largest family of nonprofit SNFs in Texas, according to the company.
Minor neuropsychological deficits indicate risk for progression to Alzheimer’s disease
Oct 13, 2023
For patients with subjective cognitive decline, those with minor neuropsychological deficits have increased cognitive decline and a risk for progression to mild cognitive impairment.
Too much data? Wearables for senior care have value but providers must know how to parse their output,...
By
Aaron Dorman
Mar 27, 2024
A high volume of data from wearable devices could make it more difficult, rather than easier, for care teams to monitor seniors’ conditions.
New alert system makes sure seniors with hearing impairment receive emergency warnings loud and clear
By
Aaron Dorman
Jan 09, 2024
A new emergency alert system targets seniors who are hard of hearing, combining bright flashing lights and louder-than-normal alarms.
Screening tool predicts older adults’ need for end-of-life care intervention
Jun 04, 2024
A computerized tool can accurately identify older adults visiting the emergency department who have a high risk of dying within six months, a new study found.
Self-, partner-reported cognitive decline linked to tau
May 30, 2024
Significant associations were seen between self- and study partner-reported Cognitive Function Index and tau driven by elevated Aβ.