Project Updates
Michael Phillips discussed the “Fly Like an Eagle” report, highlighting that online training for older adults is twice as effective in combating social isolation than just providing broadband access. Benjamin Surmi introduced Lindsay DeLong who shared her journey from creating YouTube videos to building a community on Instagram to provide occupational therapy tips and tools…
We enjoyed updates on a variety of topics including senior marketing, caregiving film making, consumer PT at home, neurological diagnostics for faster interventions, plus and minus of designing age tech running on platforms like Alexa, and peel away bed sheets. Recorded on August 4, 2022, this episode is part of our Project Updates Series. Speakers…
Daan introduced his non-invasive sleep sweat monitoring system, Q Strip, which measures nocturnal perspiration. He is designing a product for other researchers to be able to take advantage of this technology. Benjamin discussed initiatives at Koelsch Innovation Lab, including virtual reality for seniors and a communication platform for senior living communities. Mandy presented Mentia’s virtual…
This Project Updates episode included unique solutions for dementia care, hearing aid insertion support, physical and occupational therapy support and a grant offering. Recorded on July 7, 2022, this episode is part of our Project Updates series. Speakers are listed in their order of appearance. Grace Andruszkiewicz, Director of Marketing (through July 2024), Intuition Robotics-ElliQ…
Alex from Spiro 100 highlighted their fitness and wellness programs for older adults. Elizabeth Magallon Fleury discussed her consulting business for family caregivers generally aged 45 to 70, providing resources and support in the Reno area. Ilyse Veron shared insights from her 5-16-22 article with Cindy Weinstein on supporting caregivers, emphasizing cognitive reserve and the…
This episode honored Earth Day. Introduced by Ilyse Veron, Carole Douglis spoke about her new book “Climate Restoration” launching for Earth Day. Michael Mann enjoys working with health care related startups and is also passionate about art. He published “Longevity Unleashed – Health Span Opportunity” book in 2025 Ana Semedo shared about SelfHelp which has…
Joe Hausch from Photavia noted that music is found to be a powerful tool for reducing anxiety and improving engagement in care settings. Michael Phillips from AARP emphasized the need for standards to help older adults navigate tech products. Liz from GetSetUp shared their startup accelerator and job skills training for older workers. She mentioned…
This episode celebrated International Women’s Day and Women’s History Month by sharing insights and experiences of women in the Rethinking Aging Club community. Key speakers included Sky Bergman, who discussed her film “Lives Well Lived,” which highlights positive aging stories and her discussion guide; Susie Singer Carter, who shared her film “My Mom and the…
