November 11th in the Rethinking Aging Club Products for 50+ Room, we were delighted to have Benjamin Surmi, head of Koelsch Innovation Lab and Abbie Richie, founder of Senior Savvy join us. In addition, Ryan Kawamoto, Regional Director for Senior Planet at Avenidas; Aaron Podolny, Co-founder and CTO … [Read more...] about Tutorial Creation, Training and Age Tech Product Adoption
Caregiver Resources Rethinking Aging Club Nov 4 Discussion
It’s National Family Caregivers Month. 75% of caregivers also work full-time. This November 4th Clubhouse session generated a great discussion and list of service companies, community-based orgs, start-ups and more. The Rethinking Aging Club has been pleased to host topics related to products and … [Read more...] about Caregiver Resources Rethinking Aging Club Nov 4 Discussion
Clubhouse and Rethinking Aging
Want to join an earnest discussion on healthy longevity? Pitch your AgeTech product? Talk to fellow caregivers? Meet smart, interesting people without leaving home? If you do, then Clubhouse is the perfect place. Most Boomer Tech Talk readers want to contribute to improving how we care for our … [Read more...] about Clubhouse and Rethinking Aging
Midlife Entrepreneurship and Happiness Insights Authors Panel
Let these outstanding authors on entrepreneurship, jobs, and well being for 50 plus adults help you invest your time well during this stay at home phase of the Coronavirus pandemic. With the ASA Aging in America 2020 Conference cancelled due to COVID-19, we thought it more important than ever to … [Read more...] about Midlife Entrepreneurship and Happiness Insights Authors Panel
Technology and Aging Peer Group Discussion AiA19
A continuing feature of Boomer Tech Talk is supporting adult children in discovering and evaluating what technology has to offer them as they endeavor to support parents facing aging challenges including aging in place. The Technology and Aging Peer Group trends and opportunities discussion … [Read more...] about Technology and Aging Peer Group Discussion AiA19
Robert Kramer NIC Founder Advice to Boomers and Seniors Housing Insights
Robert (Bob) Kramer has many important things to say about the future of "seniors housing". The current role of the boomer in this arena is often recent or current experience choosing and managing their parents' assisted living facility residence. Not that long from now, we boomers will be making … [Read more...] about Robert Kramer NIC Founder Advice to Boomers and Seniors Housing Insights
IDEO Design Tips for Entrepreneurs in the Aging Space
Silvia Vergani, Director of Design Research for IDEO and co-lead of IDEO Health and Wellness practice, presented at the What's Next Boomer Business Summit March 28, 2018 in San Francisco in an excellent featured analyst session called: Play, Sensuality and Fear: Designing Human Centered Solutions … [Read more...] about IDEO Design Tips for Entrepreneurs in the Aging Space
Website Design for Older Adults
It is shocking how many websites aimed at a 50+ audience are inappropriately designed. This article is a work in progress as we continue to seek examples of websites that are well designed for older adults while sharing guidelines that have been put forth for aging friendly sites. Building … [Read more...] about Website Design for Older Adults
How to Minimize Communication Costs While Traveling in Japan
Japan is a cool place to visit. I have found ways to help you enjoy your trip without worrying about the cost of phone calls, instant messaging (including texts), emails, and internet access while you are in Japan. Without access to a Japanese phone or SIM card, a key concern for travelers has … [Read more...] about How to Minimize Communication Costs While Traveling in Japan
Streaming and Digital Services Gifts for Mom
Looking for a gift for your mother? We recommend you add to whatever streaming services she may have access to for her viewing pleasure. You might also consider a subscription to a news publication to support the survival of proper investigative journalism. A Gift of Amazon Prime Includes … [Read more...] about Streaming and Digital Services Gifts for Mom
