Virtual reality beats social isolation during COVID
By
Anita Cornelius
Sep 21, 2020
When COVID-19 sidelined most of our group activities and forced us to think differently about our approach to therapeutic recreation, we turned to a trusted source of fun, safe and individualized entertainment:...
COVID-19 may force positive changes, improved outcomes in senior living
By
Amy Novotney
Aug 21, 2020
Over the past decade, design trends have been pushing a more progressive, upbeat vision of senior living, one that encourages more independence and social connectivity. Yet the deadly impact of the coronavirus...
As COVID-19 continues, the ‘connected community’ is essential to success
By
F. Scott Moody
Aug 13, 2020
The connected community entails much, much more, but digital communication channels and connectivity between all community members is a critical and essential starting point.
CCRCs to participate in $3 million test of robots to curb resident loneliness, apathy
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
Jul 27, 2020
Two Ohio continuing care retirement communities will participate in a $3.13 million study testing whether socially assistive robots, some of which are shaped like animals, can encourage social interaction...
Give yourself a break
By
John O'Connor
Jul 09, 2020
Your opportunity to create some great news for your organization is literally one click away.
How technology can boost waitlist engagement and conversion in senior living
By
Fahad Aziz
Jul 02, 2020
Now that the COVID-19 pandemic has put a temporary hold on tours and visits in many areas, tech solutions can give prospective residents a real feel for a community even when they aren’t able to see...
Focus On: Technology emerging as a powerful option for residents
Jun 01, 2020
The latest ‘furniture’ additions: robots, drones and tech toys.
New technology aims to improve quality of life for socially isolated older adults during COVID-19 pandemic
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
May 27, 2020
New technology is breaking up the monotony of social distancing during the COVID-19 pandemic, providing entertainment and improving quality of life in the process.
Google pilots Nest Hub Max features at Merrill Gardens senior living communities
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
May 20, 2020
Residents in seven Merrill Gardens Senior Living communities in Washington state are connecting with friends and family during the pandemic with a donation of 1,000 Google Nest Hub Max devices.
Robots and drones: How the pandemic is shaping the use of technology for seniors
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
Apr 29, 2020
New technology is being called into service to address challenges related to social isolation and wellness presented by the COVID-19 pandemic.