Technology for Dementia
With the use of tech devices, Dementia patients can live more comfortably, families can be offered a peace of mind, and caregiving burden can be eased. https://www.alzheimers.net/9-22-14-technology-for-dementia/
Digital Health and Alzheimer’s
Digital biomarkers will be useful for early diagnostics of Alzheimer’s and help slow cognitive decline even before the disease develops. https://medicalfuturist.com/digital-health-and-alzheimers-disease/
Outthink Aging
Ongoing research is being conducted to find ways technology, such as cognitive computing, can empower the aging population and help older adults live healthier and happier lives. https://www.ibm.com/able/outthink-aging.html
Importance of Technology
People are more likely to become more disenfranchised and disadvantaged with less use of technology, because technology is more integrated into everyday life. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC1524856/
Aging Home Care
Data shows that more older adults are utilizing home care and are able to stay home the whole time they age.
Digital Solutions for Dementia
Digitally-empowered solutions for dementia, such as immersive virtual reality technology and brain training services with EEG, have the potential for slowing down the rate of decline and enhancing patients quality of life.
PET Scans and Alzheimer’s
The brain imaging tool, PET scan, shows significant loss of synapses in early stages of Alzheimer’s, which may be useful in drug development to combat the disease. https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2020/05/200513081814.htm
Safeguarding Technology for Patients
Basic smart technology components that safeguard and monitor the home can protect and keep Alzheimer’s and Dementia patients safe. https://health.usnews.com/health-care/for-better/articles/2017-12-22/keeping-a-technological-eye-on-alzheimers-and-dementia-patients-at-home
Aging in Place Technology
Many older adults have a positive attitude about aging in place and technology. A survey from a sample of seniors found that 80% owned a smartphone. https://www.cta.tech/Resources/i3-Magazine/i3-Issues/2019/May-June/Active-Aging-Perceptions-and-Attitudes
Home Assistive Devices
According to AARP, home assistive devices are owned by one in seven adults aged 50 and older. https://www.franchising.com/news/20200529_5_ways_technology_is_shaping_the_lives_of_older_ad.html
