Just wanted to share some good information I found about fantastic new technologies for aging.

Technologies are being developed to support independence for seniors in many different areas like safety, health, communication and socialization.  A few practical technologies are: Presto - a service that converts any email (including photos) into a print out on the senior’s special printer (no computer needed).   A senior can make free video calls with anyone in the world no matter where they are.  All you need to get started is a webcam and the Skype service.

Seniors are getting hooked on the Wii game systems.  Many of the senior residences I work with have Wii competitions.  Seniors are putting aside bridge and puzzles for a friendly round of bowling, golf and tennis.

Next month, the Eskaton National Demonstration Home in Roseville, CA, will be open for tours.  This house embraces senior smart innovations in home design, digital health, lighting technologies and eco-friendly building practices. Visit their website for more information.

In addition, there’s a wonderful online video that depicts one family’s use of technology to help a senior remain in his home: “Imagine—The Future of Aging.”  Visit the Center for Aging Services Technology (CAST) website. This website has lots of great information about technology and aging.

This is an exciting area of growth and opportunity.  Feel free to email me if you have any ideas or want to discuss.

Claudia Cook, MSW
Eldercare Consultant, LivHOME

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The Internet is clearly the future of communications, and weve been working hard on our LivHOME site to make sure we remain on the cutting edge.

Over the past 6 months or so, we have been adding content and making technical improvements. Here are our newest items:

The Senior Care Podcast by LivHOME. This is our audio show consider it Internet radio which you can either listen to on our site or download. There are 9 episodes available now with lots more to come. Click here to listen.

LivHOME Blog. Our blog is the home for all thats new and interesting at LivHOME. Its where youll find the newest content we produce all in one place. Please feel free to subscribe via email or RSS. Click here for the blog.

Acquisitions Page. Many company owners reach a point where they want to merge with a larger provider, and LivHOME has done quite a number of these acquisitions over the past several years. On our new acquisitions page, youll find all the information you need to see if LivHOME is the right partner for you. Click here for the page.

In addition, there are a number of other sections of the site that are quite interesting and informative. You can view our summary LivHOME video presentation, learn about our services, take our assessment quiz, and see who our Care Managers are.

Of course, if your have any thoughts or suggestions for the site, please feel free to leave a comment.

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