Caregiving
How companies, innovators, and communities are building caregiver-friendly offerings – with special attention to Alzheimer’s & dementia as we wrap up the month of November – the month for recognizing both National Family Caregivers and Alzheimer’s Awareness. Nearly half of U.S. caregivers support someone with Alzheimer’s or another dementia; with ~53M caregivers (AARP, 2020), that’s…
In this episode, we heard from Janice Chia, head of the Ageing Asia Innovation Forum annual event where the theme for 2024 was “Redefining Care – Activating Communities of the Future.” Some of the real solutions exhibiting at the show are McLean (providing ways through which aging adults can receive the care they need even…
Discussion hosted by Linda Sherman, and Ray Gordon. Articles are listed in the order they were presented and discussed. Presented by Ginger Griggs, VP and Chief People Officer, Excellence At Work K.K. Japan Times 9-5-24 Challenges Japan Is Having with Aging Workers by Erica Yokoyama Discussion included immigration; demographics: elderly taking care of the more elderly Presented…
This episode is a continuation of our April 11th episode focused on products and advocacy for Parkinson’s disease in honor of Parkinson’s Awareness Month and Parkinson’s Day. Desiree Mearns discussed the American Parkinson’s Disease Association’s (APDA) efforts, including a live well symposium in Boca Raton. Raleigh Dewan introduced SteadySpoon, a mechanical utensil stabilizer with 95%…
This episode honoring Parkinson’s Awareness Month focused on Parkinson’s products and advocacy, featuring discussions on various technologies and support systems. Emile Maamary introduced the Steadiwear glove, designed to reduce hand tremors in both Parkinson’s and essential tremor, with the Steadi-3 version* set for April 2025 delivery. Bruce McIntyre highlighted the Oklahoma Parkinson’s Alliance’s support groups,…
In this episode, we heard about upscale, adaptive pajamas that enhance comfort and emotional satisfaction for the care receiver with limited mobility, as well as functionality and usability for the caregiver (whether professional or family level). We also discussed a private digital platform on which you can preserve your life story and legacy (via audio,…
In this episode, we discussed an intergenerational communications platform that creates lasting connections by being a simple, safe, and effective way to connect aging adults with family, friends and care teams. In addition to video chat and photo sharing, through the touchscreen users can access a wide range of health and wellness tools, helping you…
This episode’s discussion features innovations from this year’s 2024 Consumer Electronics Show (CES), including holographic beaming anywhere in the world, a medical records organization platform that improves health outcomes, and an easier way for older loved ones to tell their stories. This show was recorded on March 7, 2024, and included the following guests in…
In this episode, join us as we feature innovations from this year’s 2024 Consumer Electronics Show (CES): a new alternative to ease the sleep apnea diagnostics journey, a VR solution for improving vision with macular degeneration, a stadium-style sports experience for the vision-impaired, and a care platform that helps both care receivers AND their caregivers.…
Studies have shown that laughter has medicinal benefits and film (streaming, theatre, broadcast TV or the LaughMD app) is a great way to deliver that. We heard the inside story on The War with Grandpa. And a wise perspective on how TV series longevity has changed over time. Recorded on December 7, 2023, this episode…
