Tech Awards adds senior living categories this year
By
John O'Connor
May 04, 2018
The 2018 McKnight’s Excellence in Technology Awards program is expanding to two tracks while doubling the number of available categories.
MatrixCare tops 2018 Best in KLAS rankings for long-term care software
Jan 31, 2018
Bloomington, MN-based MatrixCare has ranked highest on the Best in KLAS list of long-term care software companies for the second consecutive year.
Residents, staff reap rewards from retirement community’s smartphone app
By
Alyssa Salela
Jul 27, 2017
Leaders at a New York retirement community say their new smartphone app is bringing convenience to residents and enabling staff members to spend more time with them.
An automated light system and a shoe insert won top prizes at a recent event designed to find new ways to prevent falls among older adults.
Virtual reality system for assisted living, memory care wins prize
By
Lois A. Bowers
Mar 19, 2017
A startup aimed at using virtual reality systems to benefit assisted living and memory care residents recently won the $25,000 grand prize at a pitch competition at MIT. Two senior living organizations...
Innovations may encourage retirement saving, committee hears
By
Lois A. Bowers
Jun 15, 2016
New apps and programs might encourage people to save more money for their needs in retirement and improve their financial literacy, said speakers at Wednesday’s hearing of the Senate Special Committee...
Students design bathing chair for residents with dementia
By
Lois A. Bowers
Jun 14, 2016
Montana State University students have designed a chair to improve the bathing experience for senior living residents who have dementia — and their caregivers.