Aging in Place Technology Watch

JANUARY 6, 2021

It took the combination of 71 million boomers, a pandemic emergency, and the sheer size of the aging population to transform a 2009 market niche into this 2021 market category worthy of investment-- less about products specifically designed for older adults as it is about the marketing of many existing offerings as useful to them.

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Aging in Place Technology Watch

JUNE 21, 2022

Consider voice-enabled smart plugs, thermostats, audio books, traffic directions, weather, and news updates – and answers to questions that might matter about health, social connection, and personal safety. These included daily check-ins, medication reminders, “drop in” for hands free video calling, or calling out for help in an emergency.

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Aging in Place Technology Watch

MARCH 22, 2023

Likely adoption by the 65+ population has far exceeded the 61% percent in the 2022 Pew survey or the most recent AARP Tech Trends survey. There is a sizable (54 million) population of adults in their 70s (many still working) and age 80+. Note multiple videos on accessibility features when asked. So far it is impressive.

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Health Populi

JANUARY 28, 2020

Across all of the tech categories AARP studies, younger-elders between 50 and 59 tend to demonstrate higher levels of device adoption than people 70 and older. Now, tablet ownership among the 50+ population at 52% exceeds tablet use for people 18-49 years of age at 49%. Reminding you when to take your medicine and which to take, and.

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Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

DECEMBER 13, 2021

Cloud Computing Network Infrastructure Patient Engagement Population Health Telehealth Delivering virtual care via community broadband offers big financial and quality of life benefits, says our contributing writer, opening avenues to both digital equity and health equity. Strategically speaking. A framework for tactical action.

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Aging in Place Technology Watch

JUNE 27, 2023

Home health care providers currently report turning away over 25% of referred patients due to staff shortages.” Optum, a division of United Health Group , has launched a $3.3 billion bid for home health company, Amedisys , part of a trend to move as much care from the hospital to home.

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Health Populi

OCTOBER 3, 2019

SelfCare is health/care, particularly as patients, everyday people, take on greater responsibility for clinical decisions and paying for medical services. The conditions include allergies, anxiety, arthritis, asthma, diabetes, digestive health, oral care, post-op care, skin care, sleep disorders, upper respiratory, and wound care.

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Aging in Place Technology Watch

MAY 9, 2019

The advent of virtual reality unlocked an explosion of innovation in the gaming and entertainment industries, but many overlook the populations that can benefit from virtual reality the most. category tags: VR/AR technology , Seniors , senior living , healthcare. See links to research papers and learn more at Lumeum.

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Aging in Place Technology Watch

APRIL 15, 2020

The large buttons and intuitive interface make the GrandPad a simple tablet for seniors who are ready to start video chatting and sharing memories with family and friends around the world. GreatCall Link helps keep friends and family updated on your health and safety. Built-in Wi-Fi and private data sharing family network."

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Aging in Place Technology Watch

NOVEMBER 11, 2020

Looked at by age, 27% of the 65+ population lack access to broadband. And one of the key requirements for video tools like Zoom or Microsoft Teams is helping people get and/or position a camera. category tags: Telehealth-RPM-Voice Health , computers, internet and social networking. Device access.

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Aging in Place Technology Watch

AUGUST 22, 2023

It’s at the point where the surgeon general recently declared it to be a serious health risk : " 29% increased risk of heart disease, a 32% increased risk of stroke, and a 50% increased risk of developing dementia for older adults. Our virtual companions extend the reach of both the provider and health plan into the home.

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Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

MARCH 28, 2019

In the early 2000s, the state of Texas was in the midst of a widely recognized, multi-decade crisis from lack of mental health services for people in need. Psychiatric facilities were above capacity, leaving patients in mental health emergencies with either jail or emergency rooms as their only options. THE PROBLEM. MARKETPLACE.

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Aging in Place Technology Watch

JANUARY 25, 2022

For one thing, at least two-thirds of older adults (age 70+) own smartphones , the 65+ population prefers Alexa among voice assistants , one-third of Americans have smart speakers. SoundMind offers a voice-activated care concierge, along with activities and information on demand and video calling. Learn more. Learn more.

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Aging in Place Technology Watch

FEBRUARY 1, 2021

It took the combination of 73 million boomers, a pandemic emergency, and the sheer size of the aging population to transform a 2009 market niche into this 2021 market category worthy of investment-- less about products specifically designed for older adults as it is about the marketing of many existing offerings as useful to them.

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19 Labs

JUNE 14, 2023

. – June 14, 2023 –EchoNous, the point-of-care ultrasound company that is redefining the handheld ultrasound category, today announced a partnership with 19Labs to provide enhanced telehealth capabilities to rural communities and medical educators by adding the Kosmos ultrasound system to the 19Labs GALE eClinics platform.

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Aging in Place Technology Watch

OCTOBER 2, 2019

Consider a long-ago AARP document that examined technology use of the 65+ population. The survey was fielded in December of 2007 with a population of 907 adults aged 65-98 (the mean age was 74). This population is rarely surveyed today, despite the growing lifespan of the 65+. Remember Healthy@Home in 2008 ?

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Aging in Place Technology Watch

JANUARY 12, 2022

As the population aged 65+ exceed 54 million, trends emerge. Older people, consumers of a significant portion of healthcare spending, will need and use many of the Digital Health technology categories. . category tags: home health care , smart home , IoT and home monitoring , CES 2022 , hearables/hearing technology , AgeTech.

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Aging in Place Technology Watch

OCTOBER 31, 2018

Include the larger population of service providers, not just its own members, in its 'consumer' online search for services , for another. The show also had a Startup Garage– here are five companies from that section (material from their websites): Keenly Health. Learn more at Keenly Health. Learn more at MyFrontPageStory.

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Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

AUGUST 2, 2022

The Stony Brook Medicine health system, which, before COVID-19, had already grown from a two-hospital system to a four-hospital system with the inclusion of Eastern Long Island Hospital and Southampton Hospital, reflects a diverse and geographically widespread patient population of more than 1.4 The opportunities telemedicine provides.

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Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

SEPTEMBER 9, 2020

During the public health emergency, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services temporarily expanded that coverage – for example, allowing clinicians to provide services to patients in their homes and in non-rural settings. Instead, he said, providers can rely on portals, the phone or emails.

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Aging in Place Technology Watch

JULY 8, 2020

As with other market segments, the hearing health market saw the opportunity to promote their teleaudiology (or tele-audiology ) services for those who already own telehealth-capable hearing aids that may need adjustment. category tags: hearing loss , hearables/hearing technology , covid-19. Learn more at Signia. Learn more at Oticon.

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Aging in Place Technology Watch

JULY 8, 2020

As with other market segments, the hearing health market saw the opportunity to promote their teleaudiology (or tele-audiology ) services for those who already own telehealth-capable hearing aids that may need adjustment. category tags: hearing loss , hearables/hearing technology , covid-19. Learn more at Signia. Learn more at Oticon.

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Aging in Place Technology Watch

NOVEMBER 6, 2019

Between trade events, including the Connected Health Conference in Boston, LeadingAge in San Diego, HLTH in Las Vegas, the Aging 2.0 Consider a long-ago AARP document that examined technology use of the 65+ population. The survey was fielded in December of 2007 with a population of 907 adults aged 65-98 (the mean age was 74).

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Iris Telehealth

OCTOBER 25, 2021

At Iris Telehealth, we talk a lot about all the different ways telepsychiatry can benefit healthcare organizations and increase access to quality mental health care. The two biggest categories for these specializations are micro and macro social work. How LCSWs fit into your organization’s treatment strategy.

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American Well

APRIL 29, 2021

To recognize these achievements and highlight those who have shown exceptional vision and leadership, Amwell is proud to announce its annual Client Awards in four award categories: Empowering Providers: For partnering with providers to enhance the virtual care experience for long-term adoption. Horizon Health Services. MedStar Health.

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New Age Healthcare

MAY 28, 2020

Governments and health bodies across the globe have been launching such apps to assist health officials track down individual and community exposure. The data that the Aarogya Setu app collects is divided into four categories—demographic, self-assessment, contact and location. Direct Video Link: [link].

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Healthcare IT Today

JULY 2, 2023

The FCC is updating its Mapping Broadband Health in America platform to incorporate maternal health data , with the aim of identifying whether Internet connectivity is tied to disparities in maternal health outcomes and determining where interventions could have the greatest impact.

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Aging in Place Technology Watch

JULY 1, 2022

Except for the deep-pocketed Medical Guardian which bought ads everywhere , these were all bracelets to help emergency workers determine a health issue. category tags: Home Care , Mobile PERS , Voice First/AI/Voice Assistants , AI , social media. See new report The State of Voice-AI and Older Adults 2022 ].

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South Central Telehealth Resource Center

NOVEMBER 13, 2020

HRSA’s 8 bureaus and offices (Ryan White, Maternal and child health, rural health policy, healthcare systems, etc.) In 2019, Health Centers across the nation served 30 million patients. Bill England began by discussing the wide range of resources available at HRSA with his presentation, “Telehealth and Research at HRSA.

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Healthcare IT Today

AUGUST 4, 2022

The Electronic Health Record systems (EHRs) that have been deployed over the past 15 years do a good job at capturing health data but are terrible at sharing it. At a macro-level, the lack of interoperability hampers community health efforts. Check out more interesting health + GIS use cases in this article and this short video.

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Lloyd Price

JANUARY 30, 2019

Enthusiasm for home health technologies continues to mount, fueled by the aging population, demands for personalized healthcare and convenience, population health efforts and the shift to value-based care. The bulk of these tools focus on helping patients navigate the health system, telehealth and patient engagement.

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Lloyd Price

APRIL 14, 2023

Digital physical therapy solutions may use a variety of technologies, such as video conferencing, mobile apps, wearable devices, and virtual reality. It also allows physical therapists to reach a broader patient population and provide more frequent and consistent care. What is driving the Digital MSK market? from 2021 to 2028.

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Chilmark Research

JANUARY 28, 2022

Update: We had no idea this was happening, but on the same day we released this video, Sheeza was listed in Becker’s Women in health IT to watch in 2022. We do have hospitals and health systems who are home health, who are more rural areas who are. Congratulations Sheeza!

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Iris Telehealth

MARCH 21, 2022

This month for National Social Work Month, we’re looking at how teletherapy fits into an effective behavioral health program. The two biggest categories for these specializations are micro and macro social work. But it’s important to find the right provider for your organization, your patient populations, and your goals.

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Consumer eHealth Engagement

OCTOBER 27, 2020

Ochsner Mobile O Bar Over five years ago, Ochsner Health launched their O Bar (Apple genius-like concept) to support patients getting started with digital health tools. Today, Ochsner has nine physical O Bars located in the bottom floor of their health centers and one mobile O Bar. During the pandemic, it is mostly all mail.

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Lloyd Price

OCTOBER 27, 2019

Near-record funding and a string of public offerings have led to substantial buzz for the digital-health arena. They’re the nitty-gritty problems, those which may go unnoticed by the vast majority of entrepreneurs but whose solutions help patients seamlessly negotiate a fragmented health system. That is, boring is still important.

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Connected Health Initiative

JUNE 24, 2020

The Connected Health Initiative (CHI) and our members worked tirelessly with the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Congress, and state officials to expand access to connected health solutions during COVID-19 pandemic. billion in 2018.

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