Survey: Older Americans see tech tools as independence extenders
By
John O'Connor
Jun 11, 2024
A new report from U.S. News & World Report reveals two important priorities for adults at least 55 years of age.
Companies not protected from data breach lawsuits after governor vetoes bill
By
Kathleen Steele Gaivin
Jul 01, 2024
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis (R) last week vetoed legislation that would have made companies immune from data breach lawsuits in certain instances.
Amazon technology challenge focuses on easing aging process
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
Aug 17, 2022
Meeting the needs of older adults as well as some members of Generation X and the Baby Boom generation is the goal of the latest Amazon Alexa Skills Challenge.
Atria deploys Alexa devices across entire national portfolio
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
Jun 14, 2023
A smart home collaboration will see Amazon Alexa devices deployed across Atria Management Co.’s entire national portfolio, which the company says is a first in the senior living industry.
Senior living community uses Alexa AI to addresses staffing challenges
By
Christine Birkner
Jun 06, 2023
One senior living community is an example of how to use AI-based Alexa devices to both alleviate staffing inefficiencies and improve care.
Alexa-enabled alarm system helps staff respond to emergencies
By
Aaron Dorman
Jul 21, 2023
A new call safety system uses Alexa to enable voice-enabled requests and clarify when such calls are an emergency.
Carlton Senior Living use of Alexa leads to Gold in Innovator of the Year category
By
Foster Stubbs
Dec 01, 2023
Carlton Senior Living was awarded Gold in the Innovator of the Year category of the Senior Living track of the 2023 McKnight’s Excellence in Technology Awards.
Eve, new artificial companion, provides homebound seniors engagement, friendship
By
Foster Stubbs
Apr 04, 2024
Eve sells a device that has the appearance of a traditional rotary phone and serves as a companion for the elderly or other homebound people.
Senior living community’s tech investments paying off, increasing resident safety
By
Aaron Dorman
Sep 25, 2023
LTC residents were recently able to receive assistance within minutes after falling, thanks to the recent integration of safety tech.
More news for Wednesday, Nov. 30
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
Nov 30, 2022
Resources empower older adults to plan for changes in driving, firearm use: study … 40% of older adult brains show signs of LATE dementia … Amazon launches Alexa Smart Properties for Senior Living...