As a caregiver, you want the best possible quality of life for your loved one. You want them to be safe, comfortable and enjoy their home life. Well, home automation can be a help for family caregivers, helping you have more peace of mind knowing they are doing just that. In a previous article, we discussed how home automation and aging in place …
Myo Armband from Thalmic Labs
The Myo armband from Thalmic Labs is bent on changing how we interact with the devices in our lives. This armband, which slides up your forearm, fits snugly against your muscles and allows you to use gestures to control devices in your environment. In an interview with Business Insider, Stephen Lake, co-founder and CEO of Thalmic Labs said, …
Finding the Right Community Infographic – Livable Communities
Livable communities enhance the quality of life of those that live there. They are inclusive, engaging and help provide residents a safe, enjoyable and usable life among their neighbors. Livable communities are made up of a variety of elements, including housing, education, transportation, culture, recreation and others that help create a …
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Long Term Care Government Policy Possibilities : LeadingAge Pathways
The LeadingAge Finance Reform Task Force recently produced a comprehensive report identifying 7 possible pathways our nation can take to change how we plan and pay for long-term care. Since long term care is something that most everyone will need at some point and the cost of this care has outpaced most people's ability to pay for it, finding a …
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day
Ageinplace.com is proud to support and promote World Elder Abuse Awareness Day on June 15th, 2014. World Elder Abuse Awareness Day was launched on June 15, 2006 by the International Network for the Prevention of Elder Abuse and the World Health Organization at the United Nations. The purpose of WEAAD is to provide an opportunity for communities …