New humanoid robot literally takes a weight off LTC caregiver burden
By
Aaron Dorman
Jul 17, 2023
One hundred models of a new robot that can lift its own weight, more than 110 pounds, will be produced by the end of the year.
Assisted living community uses Alexa-powered devices to increase resident-staff engagement
By
Christine Birkner
May 25, 2023
An assisted living community and technology provider used an Alexa-powered device to increase resident-staff engagement.
New advisory committee will ‘explore’ future tech challenges in senior living
By
Aaron Dorman
Dec 21, 2023
One senior living tech provider is forming a new advisory committee to help provide feedback on best practices and future technology needs.
Alexa will soon put users in touch with telehealth doctors
Mar 01, 2022
The cost will depend on the patient’s insurance.
Companion robot will not go mainstream in 2022
By
Amy Novotney
Dec 20, 2021
Although 2021 saw renewed investment and focus on the social robotics market, 2022 will not be the breakout year the industry is hoping for, according to a new report on technology trends.
$1 billion contract supports veterans’ telehealth, tech-enabled care
By
Aaron Dorman
Jun 23, 2023
AI-giant Iveda, in partnership with Movement Interactive, announced Thursday that it had received an eight-year Veterans Affairs contract worth just over $1 billion to use IvedaCarea and IvedaAI for telehealth...
New wearable device treats Parkinson’s disease tremors
By
Christine Birkner
Jun 15, 2023
A new wearable device that can treat Parkinson’s disease tremors has hit the market and could make a difference for senior living residents.
PointClickCare, MatrixCare among top honorees in 2023 Best in KLAS awards
By
Kathleen Steele Gaivin
Feb 09, 2023
PointClickCare and MatrixCare have earned 2023 Best in KLAS awards for their contributions to long-term care via technology, the companies announced Wednesday.
Twitter competitor Meta’s Threads debuts as new social media, marketing opportunity
By
Aaron Dorman
Jul 06, 2023
A new social media platform and Twitter alternative will debut Thursday morning.
Socks for seniors are getting smarter, could help prevent falls
By
Aaron Dorman
Aug 16, 2023
Separate companies in the US and the UK recently announced product expansions for “smart” socks that are aimed at the senior market.