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How Is Technology Bridging the Gap for Better Elderly Care?

January 31, 2025
Elderly Care

At present, with a storm of technological advancement all over the world, various inventions are being made to make our lives easier. Be it for the young or old, technology has shaped a new world. Most technological advancements have revolutionized how we look at the world. From technological aids making our daily lives more accessible to changing the landscape of more extensive sectors like healthcare, technology has scaled to a paramount height. When it comes to elderly care, technological evolution is bridging the gap for better care.   

More and more advancements are making way for health care optimizations, further affecting the health care services. Similarly, home health care facilities are gravitating toward incorporating technological advancements to improve the quality of care for their patients. Technology is bridging the gap for better elderly care by introducing new inventions that understand and cater to the unique needs of elderly individuals.   

If you live away from your elderly parents, you would be surprised to know that technological advancements can help you feel right at home. With virtual platforms for video calls, hobby sharing, and more, technology has improved health and wellness. Let’s read further to know how some ways technology is improving elderly care:  

Technological Growth for Elderly Care

The following are some ways technology is bettering elderly care. These aspects will help us understand how technology has helped elderly individuals.   

Remote Monitoring

One of the most brilliant methods for getting information on the health of your elderly loved one is remote monitoring. A remote monitoring device can allow anyone to monitor their elderly loved ones’ vital signs, including heart rate, blood pressure, or glucose level, and such data can be shared in real-time with healthcare providers through applications. 

Telemedicine

The best part of telemedicine is technology combined with health care. It enables elderly people to consult doctors from the comfort of their homes without the necessity of traveling over burdensome distances. For example, through telemedicine, you can get a doctor on home visit for necessary consultations. Doctor home visits have revolutionized elder care. Telemedicine further encourages making health care accessible and inclusive, especially for those who cannot quickly get to a location, have mobility issues, have neuro-cognitive decline, or lack access to quick transport. 

Voice-Activated Devices

Voice-activated devices have become household names over the years. These assistants help older people manage their daily tasks, become technologically efficient, stay in touch with their loved ones, and become independent. For example, through voice-activated assistants, older adults can receive reminders of their medicines and other essential factors.   

AI-Predictive Analytics

With AI setting precedence in all industries, the world has undergone tremendous changes. AI analytics is one aspect of AI proficiency that has done wonders in the healthcare sector. AI algorithms analyze health data from various sources to predict potential health issues, allowing caregivers to intervene early and provide care.   

Cognitive Support Tools

Cognitive improvement tools allow the elderly to improve their memory, attention span, and general health of their minds. What’s more, these tools can benefit caregivers who interact with Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, or dementia patients. Caregivers can help restore the cognition of elderly people using different apps and programs. 

Smart Home Technologies

Smart home technologies are usually incorporated into making a happy and wholesome environment for the elderly. Installing automated lighting or temperature-controlling systems increases the comfort of the home. Such additions may be customized to suit the needs of the elderly population and could, therefore, play a pivotal role in reducing falls and injuries due to disorientation. Moreover, home health care gets much easier with the integration of smart home technologies. 

Video Calling Platforms

Older people can stay connected to their loved ones through video calling and other connectivity platforms. These platforms help older adults be digitally literate, foster meaningful relationships virtually, and keep in touch with their near and dear ones without worries.   

Medication Management

With the changing technology in health care, newer innovations become the talk of the town. Medication management has a lot to do with technology, helping elderly people in their lives. Automated pill dispensers and intelligent medication tracking systems remind people to take their medicines at the right time through alerts. Through these systems, the elderly can record their medicines, when, and how to take them and inform their old age care taker at home. 

Health Planners

Health planning apps are a great way to know the health statistics of your elderly loved ones. You can receive customizable and personalized health, diet, and nutrition tips through these apps. Since older people require more extensive nutrition and care, health apps analyze the health factors of your senior loved ones and provide tailored suggestions for optimal living. This allows you to tweak the diet of your elderly family members and provide them with the best possible nutrition.  

Mobility Aids

Navigation and mobility aids such as smart walking aids and GPS-enabled navigation systems have revolutionized the health and wellness of elderly individuals and improved the world of elderly care. Smart walking aids such as canes and walkers have integrated sensors to provide support and feedback on statistics such as posture, walking speed, or balance. Similarly, GPS-enabled navigation systems allow senior citizens to get around independently with the help of simplified interfaces and voice guidance.   

Fitness Trackers

Most health apps come with integrated fitness trackers that are highly useful for older adults. For example, fitness trackers can teach older adults senior-friendly fitness tips to stay active and manage their mobility issues. Moreover, since these apps track basic metrics such as steps, heart rate, and sleep quality, older adults can learn how to improve these aspects without overexerting themselves.  

Customize Devices

The most integral step to providing a technology-complementing lifestyle to your elderly loved ones is to customize their devices according to their needs. Many companies are developing senior-specific devices with larger screens, simpler interfaces, and other integrations that make technology more accessible to senior users. Investing in such devices is advisable. Moreover, big-button phones and hearing aid-compatible devices make communication easier for seniors with vision or hearing impairments. 

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