AgeTech Collaborative from AARP Portfolio Company Speakers

These episodes include at least one speaker that was an AgeTech Collaborative from AARP Portfolio Company speaker. Also some ATC member participant speakers. And News for the Ages articles that feature portfolio companies.

CES 2025 Highlights Caregiver Friendly Products with Ageless Innovation, Ōmcare and Threshold Care

By Linda Sherman / February 7, 2025

Our CES 2025 highlights shows continued with this third episode featuring caregiver-friendly products for aging adults. Ted Fischer from Ageless Innovation discussed their Joy for All brand, which includes robotic pets and games designed to combat loneliness and isolation. They introduced a new game for CES 2025 – Yahtzee Slots. Lisa Lavin from Ōmcare introduced…

CES 2025 Highlights with Thinkie, eLife and Zinnia

By Linda Sherman / January 31, 2025

This episode continued our CES 2025 Highlights with part 2. Kota Ageiwa of Thinkie Inc. discussed the development and testing of their Android / iOS app, which, with a brain activity sensor, uses neurofeedback to improve cognitive function. Bryce Folsom of eLife Health introduced a system that integrates health information into driver’s licenses for faster…

CES 2025 Vision Tech Highlights with .lumen, eSight and Lighthouse Guild

By Linda Sherman / January 24, 2025

Our first CES 2025 Highlights show featured three expert Vision Tech speakers. Cornel introduced .lumen, a self-driving headset for the visually impaired, which uses haptics and audio feedback, aiming for a cost of about $10,000. Cornel mentioned a helpful relationship with Nvidia. They were part of the Nvidia Inception program in 2021. “.lumen was included…

Marketing Tips with Sally Lange, David Cravit and Robin Visser

By Linda Sherman / December 13, 2024

This is a meaty discussion with actionable tips from excellent speakers. To learn the details please listen to the podcast. We discussed: The need for a consultative approach in selling agetech products and the importance of creating an aging in place marketplace. The importance of combining traditional marketing methods with digital strategies. Segmenting the aging…

Bone Health

By Linda Sherman / November 12, 2024

Bone and Joint Health National Action Week is October 12-18. World Osteoporosis Day is October 20. Experts joined us to talk about Bone Health, Osteoporosis, the Osteoboost product and Wellen. Note we discussed calcium supplementation precautions on our News for the Ages by Rethinking Aging Club show on October 15, 2024 with Dr. Zalan Alam.…

Hearing Innovations with Charlotte Yeh

By Debbie Howard / November 11, 2024

Highlighting the importance of addressing auditory health across all age groups including aging populations, and its significant impacts on quality of life. Awareness and routine hearing checks are essential to address this universal issue effectively. Recorded on October 10, 2024, this episode is part of the Fitness and Wellness Series. Speakers are listed in order…

Fitness, Brain Health and Caregiver Self-Care

By Linda Sherman / November 9, 2024

Our theme was fitness, wellness, and self-care, highlighting the importance of maintaining strength and balance, especially during Healthy Aging Month. Eric Levitan discussed Vivo’s online, interactive strength training classes, emphasizing their affordability ($12 – $20 per class) and the benefits of social engagement. Dr. Krystal Culler from the Virtual Brain Health Center stressed the importance…

Falls Prevention

By Linda Sherman / November 8, 2024

In this special Falls Prevention show, we had two featured speakers and five pre-scheduled expert commenters on stage. September is Falls Prevention Awareness Month. The National Council on Aging led 17th annual Falls Prevention Awareness Week was September 18-24, 2024. GaitBetter, a medical device, transforms treadmills into smart gait training systems, improving balance and cognitive…

Living Choices with LivNow Relocation, Koelsch Communities and Livasu Village

By Linda Sherman / November 6, 2024

This episode focused on alternative housing solutions for aging populations. Maureen Longoria from LivNow Relocation discussed her company’s stress-free moving services for older adults, emphasizing the importance of empathy and expertise. Mary Pitsch from Dementia Innovations highlighted the development of a dementia village in Sheboygan, Wisconsin, designed to allow residents to live as usual with…

Memory Lane Games for Dementia, Mirai Dialogue Enhancing TV Speaker, Morning Light Strategy Project Updates

By Linda Sherman / October 30, 2024

This Project Updates 6-27-24 episode centered around the importance of collaboration in advancing aging innovation, with a focus on accessible and user-friendly technology, inclusive language, and catering to the needs and preferences of the aging population. Speakers also discussed the potential of reminiscence therapy and personalized games to improve the quality of life for individuals…