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Remote Care Technology and Older Adults - Filling in the basics 2020

Aging in Place Technology Watch

Technology was essential for many adults stuck at home during the pandemic, providing some social connection, access to online shopping, home delivery services, and requests for transportation. And for some, technologies were not affordable – median income of a household age 75+ is $34,925. Broadband access. Device access.

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Four Technology and Aging Blog Posts from November 2020

Aging in Place Technology Watch

November revealed a growing sense of urgency about older adults. Public-private partnerships are forming to bring devices and products to older adults, now isolated for as much as 9 months. And much more will be different for an older population – the real seniors, aged 75+, perhaps previously unnoticed by media.