The Advantages and Disadvantages of AI in Elder Care

1. Enhanced Healthcare Services AI in elder care can revolutionize healthcare facilities by providing personalized and timely medical assistance. From monitoring vital signs to administering medication reminders, AI-powered systems can ensure that seniors receive the attention they need promptly, reducing the risk of medical emergencies. Further, AI models are currently in use and in development that can identify medical conditions before symptoms arise. A recent Medical News Today article detailed research from the University of California, San Francisco, that used AI to identify early risk factors for Alzheimer’s and predict whether an individual will develop Alzheimer’s up to seven years [...]

2024-04-23T14:31:36-04:00April 25, 2024|

Alternatives to Nursing Homes

For many families, placing a loved one into a nursing home facility can be a daunting and emotional decision. Fortunately, the spectrum of care has expanded, offering several alternatives to nursing homes that better suit older adults' and their families' needs and preferences. From adult daycare to innovative AgeTech solutions, the landscape of elder care has evolved to provide personalized, quality care. Adult Daycare Adult daycare is an excellent option for families who need support but wish to keep their loved ones at home. These centers provide socialization, activities, meals, and sometimes health services during the day, allowing caregivers to [...]

2024-04-10T14:12:05-04:00April 11, 2024|

Elder Law and Digital Assets Planning for the Digital Afterlife

Estate planning has evolved beyond physical assets and financial accounts. Digital assets, including social media accounts, digital currencies, and online identities, have become integral parts of our lives. Yet, many overlook these assets in their estate plans, leading to complications and confusion for heirs. Understanding elder law and digital assets planning is important in ensuring that all aspects of your estate are managed according to your wishes after you pass away. Including Digital Assets in Your Estate Planning Digital assets encompass a range of online and digital accounts and properties, from email and social media accounts to digital music libraries, [...]

2024-03-14T11:18:59-04:00March 14, 2024|

Smart Home Devices for Seniors Aging in Place

Smart home devices for seniors are changing how people age in place. Style, convenience, aesthetics, and comfort have long been the primary concerns of the home setup. However, for seniors, successful aging in place also requires a well-implemented plan for home safety. The good news is, with so many advances in smart home devices for seniors, implementing home safety for seniors no longer means compromising style, budget, or comfort. Furthermore, using technology to optimize home safety and function to age in place is often inexpensive and does not require permanent changes to the structure or aesthetics of the home. The [...]

2024-03-08T10:44:03-05:00March 7, 2024|

The Importance of Seniors and Technology

The relationship between seniors and technology is often overlooked or misunderstood. Many seniors may feel overwhelmed or disconnected from the modern digital landscape. However, embracing technology can enhance the overall quality of life for seniors, offering opportunities for communication, safety, and convenience. The connection between seniors and technology is not only vital but can be enriching and empowering. Here's an overview of why seniors should not be afraid of technology and how caregivers can provide education and access to tools like cell phones, medicine reminders on digital calendars, and more. Breaking the Barrier For many seniors, technology might seem intimidating [...]

2024-03-08T10:56:36-05:00September 29, 2023|

ElliQ, Technology, and Long-Term Care

What is ElliQ, and how does it intersect with innovations in AgeTech or elder care technology? Before we dive in, let’s take a quick look at a few statistics that underscore the need for these new advances in tech. By 2021, 20% of the United States population will be over the age of 65, 87% of which wish to age in their homes. Along those lines, care costs continue increasing at a rapid rate. For example, assisted living costs have increased a staggering 68% since 2004. Many senior care advocates and experts suggest that a key component of reducing care [...]

2024-03-08T11:26:14-05:00August 9, 2022|

Managing Senior Independence with AgeTech

Before We Drove, We Walked In our Elder Care Law practice, our Care Coordinators frequently encounter families who need assistance managing senior independence, such as loved ones who should no longer drive. Whether because of a cognitive incapacity or physical incapacity, driving safely is not something their loved one can manage. 90% of seniors aged 70 or over believe losing the ability to drive means a loss of independence. Because of this, these discussions are often met with frustration, anger, and sadness. Also discussed frequently, but with seemingly less anger or frustration, is the loss of one's ability to walk. [...]

2024-03-08T11:27:37-05:00July 15, 2022|

2022 Consumer Electronics Show Features Elder Care Technology

Big tech is lending its innovations to the care of seniors with new elder care technology. As I’ve written before, care costs (whether acute or long-term) continue increasing, as they have for years. As elder care advocates we deal with these growing costs daily and have seen this trend for years. However, another issue has risen over the past year or two: a dearth of caregivers. The number of CNAs, home health aides, and LPNs is dwindling for a variety of reasons: a growing need by aging adults, the pandemic, low pay, hard work, and reduced immigration. As a result, [...]

2024-03-08T12:11:00-05:00January 13, 2022|
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