Healthcare Technology
Technology moves at lighting speed and it is hard for any provider to keep on top of it all. Yet in the new age of healthcare reform, your reimbursement will be tied to technology. Look here for technology solutions and technology requirements across services in aging. From the very specific requirements of nursing homes to the in-home technologies that provide quality of life, this information will help businesses stay in compliance but also gain competitive advantage through technology.
The Center for Aging Services Technologies
The Center for Aging Services Technologies (CAST) is an affiliate of the American Association of Homes and Services for the Aging. They expedite the development, evaluation and adoption of emerging technologies that transform the aging experience. CAST is an international coalition of more than 400 technology companies, aging-services organizations, businesses, research universities and government representatives working together.
When looking for technologies that are right for your aging services business this site offers an authoritative and credible viewpoint from which to start.
CAST Product Clearing House
The Center for Aging Services Technologies offers a product clearinghouse designed for and by technology developers, aging services providers and researchers as a place to read about new products, research and pilot projects.
Fourteen categories of products are available and you can learn about leading-age technologies that could be right for your business.
Finding the Latest Technology for Seniors
When it comes to their own personal technology, the elderly have requirements which are different from those of baby boomers and gen-x’ers. They prefer simple uncomplicated gadgets and products. Eldergadget is a place you can go to find the latest gadgets that meet a seniors needs. The site also brings you the latest news in technology development for seniors. By knowing what's available in the marketplace, you can stimulate your thinking in terms of what you might be able to incorporate into your business and the care delivery you provide.
The Center for Technology & Aging - Keep Abreast of Impending and New Technology
The Center for Technology and Aging is a non-profit organization affiliated with the Public Health Institute whose purpose is to advance the spread of technologies that help older adults lead healthier lives and maintain independence. By seeing the future of technology you can plan the future of your business.
How to Keep Abreast and Sort Through Healthcare Technology
This informative blog provides an ongoing review, assessment and commentary on aging service technologies. It is written by Kent State professor Mike Bice.
Assistive / Adaptive Technologies
Assistive and Adaptive Technologies help elders maintain their independence and are keys to aging in place. This overview of assistive and adaptive technologies should inspire you to explore this much needed area of aging services care. There are needs that require solutions. Can you fill those gaps? Start envisioning how.
Security and Privacy in Nursing Homes
Nursing homes are becoming more like hospitals. Yet security and privacy in nursing homes have not necessarily kept up with hospital counterparts. And when you read reports that show 90 percent of nursing homes employ ex-cons, well, it becomes more imperative to know exactly who your patients are, who your employees are and even know who the...
Aging in Place Technology
Aging in Place is something that older adults say they want but to achieve it takes more than good health. Aging in Place can only happen when technology solutions help it to happen. Let’s see where aging in place technology is moving for health, home automation, security, communications and lifestyle.