Senior living’s value proposition is changing, but providers can adapt and stay relevant, expert says
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
May 10, 2024
The senior living industry is suffering from a trust and image problem, as well as a data problem. But it’s still possible for the sector to adapt to emerging technology trends to reshape its future.
Hasbro turns attention back to older adults with new gaming partnership
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Kimberly Bonvissuto
Mar 07, 2023
A company known for its line of robotic pets used in senior living settings is partnering with entertainment giant Hasbro to create a new line of gaming experiences specifically for older adults and their...
Dementia-focused programming highlights individuals over disease
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Kimberly Bonvissuto
Jul 15, 2022
Care for people living with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias is getting a boost from training and education programs designed to highlight the individuals and not the disease.
Research focuses on diagnosing, lessening effects of Alzheimer’s disease
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Kimberly Bonvissuto
Jun 28, 2022
More than 6 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s disease, costing the nation $321 billion in 2022, according to the Alzheimer’s Association. A variety of studies and pilot programs are underway...
‘Good technology fulfills needs and wants,’ senior living tech expert says
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Kimberly Bonvissuto
Jun 08, 2022
Technology can be a workforce enabler that can engage and empower people as well as meet basic psychological and self-fulfillment needs, according to one senior living technology expert.
Barriers prevent independent living residents from realizing full benefits of telemedicine: study
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Kimberly Bonvissuto
May 18, 2022
Perceived limitations to video visits, new technology learning curves and a preference for in-person care create substantial barriers to independent living residents connecting to care providers through...
Hybrid delivery model debuts in Ohio senior living communities
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Kimberly Bonvissuto
Dec 01, 2021
Tablets are being distributed to hundreds of residents of senior living communities in a bid to create a hybrid care delivery model for older adults.
Amazon partnership lands Alexa-enabled devices in Atria, Eskaton communities
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
Oct 27, 2021
A partnership between Amazon and senior living providers is bringing Alexa-enabled devices into residents’ homes in an effort to ease communication and customize experiences.
200 robotic pets provide companionship, escape from loneliness of pandemic
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Kimberly Bonvissuto
Oct 01, 2021
Orange County, CA, assisted living residents are among the latest in senior living to enjoy the companionship of new furry friends and an escape from the isolation of the pandemic, thanks to a program...
Artificial intelligence program creates person-centered programming options for senior living residents
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
Aug 30, 2021
Benchmark Senior Living is using artificial intelligence to identify residents’ common interests, create digital memoirs and inform programming development.