Smart Home with Mary Furlong, David Eby, Francisco Lasta, Cameron Carter
Linda Sherman kicked off this Smart Home episode and asked Mary Furlong to make some introductory comments.
David Eby introduced Cooktop Safety, a predictive and preventive technology for kitchen fires, emphasizing its low cost and scalability.
Francisco Lasta discussed inclusive design in public architecture, highlighting the importance of technology in supporting diverse needs.
Cameron Carter presented Rosarium Health, a platform for home modifications and services, particularly for older adults and those with disabilities, partnering with managed Medicaid plans.
Mary Furlong concluded by detailing the upcoming Longevity Innovation Summit in Washington, DC, emphasizing its focus on caregiving, policy, and innovation.
We had some discussion about streaming film entertainment related to the aging arena.
Thank you to Carol Chiang for your commentary and for introducing three new speakers to our Rethinking Aging Club community and to Ray Gordon for your questions.
Recorded on December 5, 2024. This episode is part of the Smart Home series.
Speakers are listed in their order of appearance.
Mary Furlong, Mary Furlong Associates
David M. Eby, CEO / Founder, Cook Top Safety Corp (CTS) Product,
SensorAI Company
Francisco Lasta, OTR/L, Assoc. AIA, Inclusive Design Expert, Muller2,
Muller2 Acquired by Gannett Fleming Transystems 12-3-24
Francisco Lasta featured at AIA Chicago November 2024 – Designing for All
Francisco Lasta will be Panelist SXSW 2025 – March 10 Occupation-Centered Design: Unlocking Inclusive Experiences
A member of the Rethinking Aging Club community, Dawn Heiderscheidt OTR/L, ECHM, CHAMP, CAPS is also a panelist.
Cameron Carter, CEO and Co-Founder, Rosarium Health
Mary Furlong
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Resources Introduced During this Episode
Carol Chiang’s 11-21-24 LinkedIn cooking safety post
Movies for Grownups AARP Event
January 11 in Beverly Hills – Nominees
Mary’s mention of Ted Danson’s Netflix humorous series “Man on the Inside” as an example of the value of community as age, while aging at home may be desired.
Japanese Toilets
Carol’s October 2023 trip to Japan 12-4-24 LinkedIn post mentioning Japanese inclusive airport toilet at Haneda
Accessibility and Community in Japan
Community
Some clarifications from Debbie Howard, Ray Gordon and Linda Sherman all who lived in Japan for a long time.
Japan is known for valuing the importance of the group over the individual. (“You Gotta Have Wa” by Robert Whiting). As in many countries in Asia, the eldest child is responsible for caring for their parents. There are groups of older women who have travel together and maintain social connections.
Accessibility
Building codes are actually not amazing. You will find steep narrow staircases in bars, restaurants and homes.
Especially in preparation for the 2020 Olympics some awesome public toilets were built.
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Hosted by: Linda Sherman, Ray Gordon and Carol Chiang. Further info on them is in the sidebar, fifth item with a microphone symbol. Ray Gordon is also a regular on our News for the Ages podcasts.
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Music: Solemnity written and performed by Richard Sherman
