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Tech Talk: App supports better dental care for people with dementia-10430

Tech Talk: App supports better dental care for people with dementia

Caregivers of people living with dementia reported a significant increase in their knowledge and skills, and a more positive attitude in delivering oral hygiene care, leading to higher confidence in providing care, through the use of a mobile app, according to a recent study from the University of Iowa. The study, assessed the use of the app, Dental.Aging.Tips, as a tool to inform and teach caregivers how to help older adults with their oral health. It's something active-aging organizations might want to consider.

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Tech Talk: Samsung hip-assist robot boosts older-adult fitness-10380

Tech Talk: Samsung hip-assist robot boosts older-adult fitness

Age-related loss of muscle mass, particularly in the legs, often leads to a gradual decrease in physical activity among older adults, as the weakening of lower-limb muscles heightens the risk of falls. However, "a strategic blend of aerobic and balancing exercises" has the potential to not only enhance physical function but also mitigate the risk of falls in older adults, say researchers from Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., (Suwon, Republic of Korea).

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Report reveals 2024 tech trends for older adults-10360

Report reveals 2024 tech trends for older adults

Like many organizations, AARP recently released its tech trend predictions for this year, and they're of course worth a read. In a nutshell, the report highlights, with specific examples, the "noticeable shift" in tech adoption by adults 50+, who are now on a par with adults ages 18-49 when it comes to tech device ownership; continued spending by this demographic on smart appliances; active engagement with digital services, especially via apps instead of websites only; streaming most, if not all, entertainment content; and using tech to stay connected with family and friends.

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Tech Talk: Technologies to meet senior living customer expectations-10298

Tech Talk: Technologies to meet senior living customer expectations

As the senior living industry continues to rapidly evolve for providers across North America, it is critical to proactively seek innovative ways to meet current and potential resident expectations, according to a new report from CCL Hospitality Group. The key to maintaining and growing occupancy rates, resident satisfaction and optimizing operations is embracing technology, the company says, changing the service model and learning to execute services in new ways.

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Light therapy may improve Alzheimer's symptoms-10296

Light therapy may improve Alzheimer's symptoms

Light therapy leads to significant improvements in sleep and psychobehavioral symptoms for individuals with Alzheimer's disease (AD), a recent study from China suggests. The cognitive decline associated with AD is often accompanied by sleep disturbances and symptoms such as apathetic and depressive behavior, agitation and aggression.

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Stats: 60% of adults 55+ knowledgeable about AI-10260

Stats: 60% of adults 55+ knowledgeable about AI

Many older adults are already using artificial intelligence (AI) every day, as virtual assistants such as Siri and Alexa, smart-home devices, GPS, and other technologies, according to a recent study by the Mather Institute. The study explores the ways in which older adults use the technology, their concerns about its use, and thoughts on how AI should be used in the future.

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