The Emerging Tech That is Improving Senior Living

Today, assisted living is becoming more practical and comfortable, and the design of facilities is being changed to accommodate this new lifestyle. While the top priority is still providing high-quality healthcare services, the design of facilities has to accommodate the needs of an aging population. To make these facilities more comfortable and engaging, here are a few emerging technologies that will improve the senior living industry.

3D Printing

Due to the increasing popularity of 3D printing, it is becoming more and more common. It offers a wide range of practical and fun applications. Seniors can benefit from 3D printing in many ways. It can be used to build new homes, create custom limbs, and provide personalized medication. With the possibilities of this technology, we can’t wait to see how it will affect the lives of people over 65.

Voice-Control

The rise of voice-controlled assistants has dramatically impacted the senior living industry. People are eager to see what the future holds for them. According to experts, the next generation of voice-controlled assistants will be used in senior living facilities to help older adults with various tasks, such as turning on the lights and ordering food. They will also provide valuable assistance to those with dementia and Alzheimer’s.

Digital Caretakers

A digital caretaker is a virtual assistant that helps senior living communities keep their residents’ day-to-day tasks running smoothly. They can provide various services such as meal planning and medication reminders. Communities and digital caretakers can increase the engagement of residents and enrich the quality of life for those who reside there. They can also help keep individuals connected with their loved ones.

Wearable Health Tracker

By the end of 2023, wearable technology will be widely used in senior living communities to monitor the activities of their residents. These devices will help improve the quality of care for their residents. They will also track their heart rate and sleep patterns.

Virtual Reality

Virtual reality is expected to become a popular technology for senior living communities. It can help improve the quality of life for those suffering from mental health issues or being physically disabled. It has been shown that this technology can reduce social isolation and improve mental health.

ABOUT MOSES DIXON

Living and working in Worcester, Massachusetts, Moses Dixon is the CEO of the Central Massachusetts Agency on Aging, who believes heavily in building and developing his community for the benefit of all of his neighbors.

Throughout his time building experience in professional development and community service, Moses Dixon has held a number of positions. He served as a Legislative Fellow with the United States Senate Diversity Initiative for more than a year in Washington D.C. serving the office of Senator Harry Reid, a role he continued as Senator Reid became the United States Senate Majority Leader. He also spent time as a Door Keeper for the United States Senate Deputy Sergeant at Arms from 2010 to 2011, serving the personal Office of U.S. Senate Deputy Sergeant at Arms Martina L. Bradford. He also assisted Sarai Rivera, a City Councilor in Worcester, Massachusetts, from 2012 to 2013, followed by time spent aiding Mary Keefe in the Massachusetts House of Representatives as her Legislative Aide from 2013 to 2014.

During 2014, Moses Dixon spent time consulting with the Central Massachusetts Area Health Education Center in Worcester, Massachusetts, where he worked on healthcare-related grants, proposals, and policies. Following this role, Moses became a Housing Specialist with Veterans Inc., a nonprofit organization out of Massachusetts dedicated to helping veterans transition out of homelessness and giving them the tools and resources they need to rebuild their lives.