How Technology Can Improve Elder Care
Jo?o Bocas
CEO at Digital Salutem | Advisor | Speaker | LinkedIn Growth for Leaders & Entrepreneurs | Host of HealthTech Leaders Dinner
Technology is changing the way we do just about everything, and elder care is no exception
In this article, I talk about:
The growth of the aging population
What is the future of elder care technology ? This is a question that has been on the minds of many people in recent times. Whether we like it or not, the gerontocracy will be here for many years to come.
It’s important to note that it’s not just us elderly who are in some form of care, but each of us as well. We all have responsibilities to provide for ourselves through our own labor and effort, whether that means buying groceries, cleaning our house, taking care of a sick family member or friend, or even spending our time working on our hobbies.
The growth of the aging population is increasing at a rapid rate. According to the?United Nations Population Division, by 2050 there will be 2 billion people over age 65, compared with about 600 million now. This phenomenon has created many opportunities for businesses that cater to their needs, but also poses challenges for existing companies who are just now starting to realize how much this demographic shift will affect them.
The growing elderly population means that there are more people who need medical care, as well as more people who want to stay in their homes instead of moving into nursing homes or assisted living facilities. This means that there is a greater demand for medical care and home?healthcare? services than ever before.
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The future of elder care is already here
With the advance of technology, we’re better prepared to take care of our elders than ever before.
As the baby boomers age, there are more people in need of long-term care than ever before. While this can be a stressful time for families and caregivers alike, advancements in technology have made it easier than ever to monitor seniors’ health and well-being remotely.
Technology has made incredible strides in recent years, making it easier than ever before for seniors to stay connected with their friends and family members from across the globe. Video conferencing technology allows seniors to enjoy face-to-face conversations with loved ones who may live far away, while video monitoring systems can help them interact with their doctors remotely if they live in a different city or state.
But technology isn’t the only solution to providing care as a service; it’s an important part of it but not the only one.
We only really know about?AI ?and VR because of the potential for using them in?healthcare . But that isn’t the end-all be-all solution. We have much more to offer in terms of technologies that can provide care for seniors today and in future years..
The interesting thing about all forms of technology is that they gain power by being used and abused. As such, understanding how to use these technologies correctly can be crucial in helping you deliver elder care today and tomorrow.
Smart homes, augmented and virtual reality, and wearables as potential solutions
As the population ages, it becomes more and more apparent that technology is going to play a huge role in how we will be able to provide care for people. As providers, we are well aware of the gaps in technology that we face daily.
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