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Embracing technology will help Baby Boomers age in place
Many older individuals are eschewing the traditional concept of retirement and opting for less conventional lifestyles that incorporate connectivity, community and learning.
Addressing the challenges of aging in place
According to a New York University report entitled "Aging Alone in America," more elderly people are living on their own than ever before, and many prefer it that way.
Study shows elderly individuals benefit from visual reminders
Visual reminders have long been used as elderly home care tools to ensure that individuals in this age group have a backup system in place.
Social isolation an overlooked risk for the elderly
We are accustomed to believe and accept medical conditions like diabetes, cancer and heart failure impair our lives and eventually will kill us. No doubt they do and will. But, there are social and psychological factors that act as powerful, stealthy killers, especially as we get older.
Reevaluating the risk of social isolation
The separation from friends and family is a widely acknowledged problem for many high-age individuals, but it was not until recently that researchers have identified it as a health risk.
Aging in the tech era: Going online, staying connected
According to the report, the number of elderly internet users that utilize email is 86 percent, a mere five percentage points fewer than that of the overall adult population that goes online.
The effects of 'exer-gaming' on the body and mind
"Exer-gaming" is just one of a number of ways that companies are helping individuals age in place. With the popularization of video chat and other forms of social media, it's never been easier to maintain communications with friends and family.
Caregivers of older Americans can look to mobile solutions for support
According to a roundtable discussion published by The Motley Fool, an investment information provider that focuses on stock and personal finance, 2013 will be the year when connected homes finally become mainstream.
Can Technology Provide Social Support for the Elderly?
Last week our Chief Medical Officer, Richard Della Penna, set the stage for a new Independa series on “How Technology Helps the Caregiver.”
