Learn about the newest devices and gadgets to help your parent age in place. The latest studies show that elders are more likely to use high-tech devices than previously thought. Many manufacturers are producing devices with large buttons and large type that are elder-friendly and easy to use.
Great new dwelling for the elderly. Comes with monitoring and other high-tech devices. Learn more about an economical way to help your mom or dad age in place and be close to those they love.
In Japan, where half the population is 65 years old or older and there are the greatest number of centinarians per capita, are robots the answer for dealing with staff shortages and anti-immigrant sentiment? Read more about the various types of robots that are being developed.
A fascinating study was conducted in a nursing home to see if residents would bond to AIBO a robotic dog which has only hard surfaces, he isn’t soft and fuzzy. Find out if the live dog or AIBO was the favored companion.
By placing a replaceable pad equipped with moisture sensors in a patient’s or resident’s undergarments, caretakers can be notified via text message when a patient needs to be cleaned and changed. Learn more about this exciting invention.
Kompai is a new robot that can perform a host of tasks. She can even ask questions about your medical condition and send emails to your doctor. Learn more about how robots are becoming so much more useful and sophisticated.
Mayo Clinic, GE Healthcare and Intel Corp. plan to test a system that monitors elderly patients in their homes as a way to cut down on hospitalizations and emergency room visits. Study patients will measure their vital signs such as blood pressure, pulse and weight, and respond to questions specific to their diseases on a daily basis. A clinical care team will review the data and if they notice a deterioration in the patient’s health, early medical intervention may prevent hospitalization. Read more about how in-home monitoring might reduce costs.
This device is a must for all elders who may be at risk of falling as it can detect falls and “call” for help. Unlike other in-home devices, Wellcore doesn’t require that the user press anything, it will automatically send a signal that the user has fallen. Additionally, the device can be worn even on the golf course and by using cell phone and GPS technology. If the user has fallen, emergency services will be sent to the location and an alert will be sent to designated caregivers and family members. Learn more about this amazing device.
Using sustainable materials and a GPS the elderly will never have to worry about finding their way back home again. Read more about this high-tech cane.
The digital health field is becoming more important to consumer electronics manufacturers as seniors and aging baby boomers are receptive to using high-tech devices to help them age at home. It is estimated that there will be more than 400 million wearable wireless sensor devices by 2014. Learn more about the exciting “telehealth” industry.
New gadgets with bigger buttons have been designed to help the elderly who are visually impaired. Learn about the latest phones and TV remotes.
