The financial impact of falls detection wearable devices on senior living communities’ NOI
By
Ted Tzirimis
Aug 29, 2024
The intersection of resident safety and financial sustainability has never been more critical, and tech solutions are reshaping the senior living industry landscape.
Reports reveal best, worst states for retirement, falls among older adults
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
Aug 02, 2024
New reports take a look at the best and worst states for older adults to settle in for retirement, as well as the states with the worst statistics for older adult falls.
Preventing falls requires teamwork
By
Daniel Kudo, PharmD
Gail Orum, PharmD, BCGP
Feb 16, 2021
Something as simple as ensuring that a pharmacist is a part of a team-based approach to preventing falls can change care for the better and mean the difference between a resident spending most of their...
AI produces new legal risks, considerations for senior living and care, experts caution
By
Aaron Dorman
Sep 18, 2023
Although senior care and living is already a highly regulated industry, adoption of artificial intelligence tools has created new considerations that providers should be aware of, legal experts warn.
Rate of falls increasing among older adults in the U.S.
Mar 08, 2022
Th wide variation in fall rates at the county level suggests modifiable risk factors, such as the built environment and prescribing practices.
Tech-driven initiative aims to reduce falls among the elderly
By
John O'Connor
Apr 29, 2024
A technology-driven program that targets falls among older adults was recently unveiled by Connect America.
Predictive tech tools helping spur value-based care, health execs say
By
Aaron Dorman
Jan 16, 2024
New tech is helping LTCs provide value-based care via AI and predictive technology, both tech and healthcare leaders say.
Reducing senior falls: Leveraging technology for safety in senior living communities
By
Ted Tzirimis
Jun 20, 2024
As our population ages, the spotlight on older adult falls and their effects within senior living communities has intensified, demanding greater awareness and action. Falls among older adults are alarmingly...
The importance of falls prevention in senior living
By
Tom Katofiasc
May 23, 2024
It’s time to prioritize falls prevention for our most vulnerable population. Here are four strategies to reduce resident falls in assisted living.
Falls prevention design considerations for senior living communities
By
Rob Geller
Jun 29, 2023
A holistic design approach empowers older adults to lead fulfilling lives with enhanced peace of mind and overall well-being.