Taking Advantage of Emerging Technologies
The Latest Senior Care Trends in Staten Island, NY
Taking Advantage of Emerging Technologies
Technological advancements are usually associated with youth. Young techies will line up in front of the Apple Store for the latest devices, and most new products are aimed specifically at the highly profitable youth demographic.
The fact is, however, we all benefit from the latest developments. As scientists and engineers grapple with the effects of an aging population, the future of senior care has never been brighter.
Smart Technologies
To many Americans, advances like smart phones, and smart hubs may be convenient and fun, but to the elderly, they can dramatically improve their quality of life. Voice assistants such as Google Home and Alexa, for instance, can help seniors remember their schedule and medications. Also, wearable technology such as smart watches and other health monitors track things like heart rate and can alert emergency services whenever the wearer falls or appears to be unresponsive.
Telehealth
A rare benefit of the coronavirus pandemic has been the prevalence of telehealth in our daily lives. In an effort to prevent too many people from sharing the same space at once, doctors and other medical professionals have made it easier to perform evaluations and consultations with seniors without them ever having to leave their home. As we speak, the healthcare industry is preparing to make telehealth a permanent fixture in American life as well as senior care.
A Focus On Wellness
Providing at-home care is about more than monitoring medication and preventing falls (though those are certainly important). More than ever, senior care is focused on wellness as a way to improve all aspects of a patient’s quality of life. Using modern technologies and the easy access to all the latest advancements in care over the internet, caregivers can ensure the best diets for their patients, better manage their health conditions, and develop exercises so that they’re as mentally and physically fit as possible.
To find out how the senior care experts at Right at Home can assist you and your family with at-home care in Staten Island, NY, give us a call today at (347) 554-8400.
