Finalists for the 2022 McKnight’s Excellence in Technology Awards have been chosen by a panel of expert judges. Here are preliminary results in each of four categories in the Senior Living track.
AI ‘promising’ for use in geriatrics, but ethical concerns remain, researchers say
By
Aaron Dorman
Sep 22, 2023
A new meta-study on using AI within geriatrics praises AI as a “valuable asset” but still warns about the need for future research and potential ethical concerns.
More seniors showing enthusiasm about the future of AI, new report suggests
By
Aaron Dorman
Nov 21, 2023
Seniors are more comfortable with AI and wearables that “promote self reliance” and track health data, according to a recent report.
Falls prevention giant SafelyYou rises to Fortune Top 20 Impact list
By
Aaron Dorman
Feb 20, 2024
SafelyYou, with a falls detection platform that is geared toward dementia care, was ranked 14th on the latest Fortune Impact 20 list.
Visual cue company laser-focused on partnering with eldercare facilities to expand market
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Aaron Dorman
Aug 22, 2023
A tech startup is starting to partner with more long-term care spaces for their laser-projection cueing device for falls prevention.
Adoption of robotics, analytics growing among largest senior care organizations, annual report shows
By
Aaron Dorman
Sep 26, 2023
An annual report on the 200 largest senior care organizations shows wider adoption of advance analytics tools than ever before.
Senior tech giant expands fall-detection, grows client base
By
Aaron Dorman
Sep 05, 2023
A large digital health platform for seniors has bolstered its emergency response system tools, and is forging new partnerships with senior living and care clients.
Rising AI and machine learning investments powering senior care advancements
By
Christine Birkner
May 01, 2023
It’s perhaps no surprise that investment in AI and ML in healthcare rose over the last two years, according to new research from commercial real estate and investment company Jones Lang LaSalle.
Smorgasbord of health tech innovations presented in Finland; country’s senior centers reaping benefits
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Aaron Dorman
Aug 03, 2023
Many emerging healthcare technologies aimed at seniors were on display at Finland’s recent Radical Health Festival.
‘Smart’ toilet seat tracks patients’ health, aids in diagnoses
By
Aaron Dorman
Jun 26, 2023
TrueLoo is a new toilet with sensors that can analyze waste to monitor trends and patients’ health.