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.
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.
Remote access technologies expose home care firms to cybersecurity vulnerabilities, experts say
By
Adam Healy
Apr 23, 2024
To make sure data do not fall into the wrong hands, providers need to stay current on the latest cybersecurity practices.
A new partnership between technology company Circadia Health and 77 skilled nursing facilities operated by Ciena Healthcare aims to significantly improve preventive care and reduce preventable rehospitalizations.
Apple Watch’s ‘Foggy’ gets FDA medical device listing for Parkinson’s
By
John O'Connor
Apr 16, 2024
A new Apple Watch-enabled freezing of gait-cueing feature, dubbed Foggy, has received FDA listing as a Class II medical device and is available via prescription.
New partnership makes family-facility interactions less burdensome for LTC caregivers
By
Aaron Dorman
Apr 05, 2024
A new partnership aims to help facilitate easier communication between families and senior living facilities.
Caregivers, seniors with Alzheimer’s to benefit from ‘Rippl’ effect, access to 24/7 helpline
By
Aaron Dorman
Apr 09, 2024
A new dementia care platform will get telehealth to more seniors, and their caregivers, including access to a 24/7 helpline.
Bladder up! Baseball’s back and so are smartphone apps for seniors with bathroom problems
By
Aaron Dorman
Apr 12, 2024
To address older men’s bladder problems, developers have come up with an app-exercise combo that reduces symptoms.
Non-invasive brain stimulation might not be right for memory care residents, study warns
By
Aaron Dorman
Apr 08, 2024
Short-term, non-invasive brain stimulation might not be able to help older adults with working memory, a new study finds.
