Nursing (certified) assistants shortage of more than 73,000 nationwide by 2028.
Montgomery County Commission on Aging, September, 2024
Chronic loneliness, more of a public health threat than obesity.
Focus: AI, biometrics, voice-enabled tech, information security.
Multi-media platforms, social outlets, security.
Amazon and Microsoft said that they will collaborate to make Alexa and Cortana interact.
IDC defines as wearables that can run third party apps.
The boomer opportunity for continuing care retirement communities.
Will a robotic companion help elderly parents? What if it makes mistakes?
In a way that increases their independence and reduces their social isolation.
Summary of technologies that could improve quality of life as people age.
Technologies that support quality of life–health, culture, and leisure–for older adults.
Protecting open space. Aging in place. Transit-centered development.
Uniformed doormen and lush landscaped gardens, but they'll also incorporate special features for the elderly and memory impaired.
Internet of Things, and how they relate to the Age-in-Place movement.
By 2025, recruit five million students, young professionals to work with older adults.
ACT@Home, a virtual assistant designed to help people living with Alzheimer’s disease.
65+ population's healthcare is considered as a single age group, whether 70 or 90.
The impact of isolation is severe. Don’t underestimate it.
Knowing where to get help that won’t run out of patience.
An early market -- do people really need a VUI (Voice User Interface)?
Services via monthly subscription, including wearable fall detection device.
Leverages newer, lower cost technology for hearing-impaired individuals.