Regulating AI in caregiving settings will be challenging: NEJM authors
By
John O'Connor
Jul 18, 2024
Regulating generative artificial intelligence (GAI) devices in caregiving settings will present unique challenges to senior living operators, policymakers, software developers and others.
Policy shift could enhance staffing efforts
By
John O'Connor
Jun 20, 2024
Senior living might get some unexpected but welcome staffing assistance from a new executive order about immigration.
AI in senior living: Sleeping with the frenemy
By
John O'Connor
Jun 13, 2024
When it comes to adopting artificial intelligence, the senior living field stands at a crossroads. These days, the sector seems to be sizing up AI as both a welcome addition and an existential threat.
Senior living operator expands tech investment in fall detection, prevention
By
John O'Connor
May 09, 2024
New Perspective Senior Living unveiled plans to bolster its investment in the SafelyYou system. The system specializes in fall prevention.
Is there a BioButton in your community’s future?
By
John O'Connor
May 08, 2024
KFF Health News is reporting on a scenario that might soon be commonplace in senior living settings. New admissions at Houston Methodist Hospital now have a monitoring device about the size of a half-dollar...
Stretchable skin could give caregiving robots a more human touch
By
John O'Connor
May 06, 2024
Newly developed stretchable electronic skin might soon give robots and other devices the same softness and touch sensitivity as human skin.
House measures would extend telehealth services beyond year-end deadline
By
John O'Connor
May 06, 2024
Two separate House bills would make several pandemic-era telehealth waivers permanent, aiming to bridge the gap between urban and rural areas.
Unique digital program serves residents with memory care and neurocognitive challenges
By
John O'Connor
May 01, 2024
The Arbor Company has launched a new program to aid memory care efforts: Ella, a digital caregiver assistant.