Dementia and Brain Health
Our conversation centered around the development and importance of caregiver-friendly products for individuals with dementia, as well as cutting-edge products and services designed to support aging individuals in their homes. Speakers discussed the potential of AI-driven solutions to simplify and improve caregiving for aging adult caregiving, and the potential of mobile technology to enhance caregiver…
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…
In this episode, we discussed dementia, Alzheimer’s and brain health as part of June’s recognition of these important aspects of aging and health. We heard from DementiaDarling Carrie Aalberts, an educator and advocate in the dementia landscape, which addresses the needs of 1 in 3 older adults (somewhere between seven and 11 million, at minimum).…
Recorded on May 23, 2023, this episode is part of the Smart Home Series. Speakers are listed in their order of appearance. Eric Smith, Founder and CTO OliverIQ Smart Home as a Service (SHaaS) platform allows consumers to unite, control and automate devices from any manufacturer, using any RF technology, in a single app. Eric…
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…
Discussion hosted by Linda Sherman, and Ray Gordon. Articles are listed in the order they were presented and discussed. Presented by Dr. Zalan Alam, MBBS, FRCGP GP Partner and Clinical Director IMC March 12, 2024 Calcium Supplements Precaution https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/how-calcium-vitamin-d-supplements-can-lower-postmenopausal-womens-risk-of-cancer-but-raise-risk-of-heart-disease 2023 Calcium Precautions Article https://abc7.com/calcium-supplements-research-study/13443273/ 2018 Calcium Precautions Study Catherine Johnson MD Comments: “Great conversation regarding bone…
This Rethinking Aging Club Podcast episode featured discussions on Alzheimer’s awareness, care, and support. James Lee from Bella Groves emphasized the importance of family-centric dementia care, sharing success stories like a resident volunteering at a fire station. Kathryn Speer Shoaf RN from Elite Cruises and Vacations highlighted her company’s cruises for Alzheimer’s and dementia patients,…
Our Part 2 AgeTech in Japan episode recorded live in Japan features leaders discussing prevention-focused design, startup support, market-entry pathways, fall-prevention innovation, and frontline perspectives on aging, caregiving, and technology adoption. Stephen Johnston introduced “primordial prevention” – designing environments (parks, walkable shops, neighborhood networks) so that healthy aging and brain health happen “by default,” not…
Recorded live from Japan, this “Part 1” AgeTech in Japan episode highlights global AgeTech insights – from Japan’s dementia-supportive communities and startup innovation to funeral industry shifts and home design ideas that enhance safety, dignity, and independence. Janice Chia shared Japan’s dementia-supportive community models, especially Fukuoka’s accessible design and public-housing day centers enabling independence with…
This Project Updates episode focused on updates from several age-friendly product and technology initiatives, with Kithwood and Rubato leveraging AI. Michael Phillips discussed the UN’s 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDG’s), emphasizing the importance of digital inclusion for older adults. The Secretary General laid out an ambitious goal to ensure that every man, woman and child…
