Hanh Brown – Can Technology Benefit Our Aging Loved Ones?
In this episode 2, of our 3 part series, we’ll explore how new technology can benefit our aging loved ones. From staying connected to living independently, we’ll see how technology can help our loved ones stay independent and engaged in their lives. Technology is changing rapidly, and it’s important that we’re aware of the benefits and how it can help our loved ones. In this podcast episode, we’ll explore how new technology can benefit seniors and help them stay connected and engaged in their lives. We hope you enjoy learning about this important topic! As we live longer and healthier lives, aging no longer means what it used to. Older adults are active, engaged members of society who use technology to stay connected with family and friends, manage their finances, stay healthy, and pursue their hobbies and interests. Technology has revolutionized health care, making it possible to monitor our health in ways that were unimaginable just a few years ago. Fitness trackers, digital pillboxes, and mobile apps allow us to track our physical activity, sleep patterns, medications, and diet. This data can be used to identify trends and make lifestyle changes that can improve our health and well-being. For older adults living with chronic conditions such as heart disease, diabetes, or COPD, technology can be a vital tool for managing their health. Digital health tools can help them track their symptoms and medication use, schedule doctor’s appointments and medication refills and connect with their care team. However, it can also present challenges, such as those related to privacy and security. Ultimately, the decision of when and how to use technology in the care of older adults should be made by the older adults themselves, in consultation with their families and caregivers. Technology has the potential to greatly improve the lives of older adults. It is important that we continue to explore ways to incorporate it into our caregiving practices in a way that is respectful of the needs and preferences of our patients. Topics I will discuss in this episode include: ✅ What types of technologies are used in health management for older adults? ✅ What are the benefits of using technology to manage the health of older adults? ✅ What challenges do older adults face in using digital health tools? ✅ How do technologies help seniors manage chronic conditions? ✅ What are the best practices for incorporating technology into senior care? ✅ Who decides when and how to use technology in senior care? ✅ How do families and caregivers feel about using technology in the care of their loved ones? ✅ How do seniors feel about health tech? ✅ How can we ensure that technology is used safely and effectively in the care of older adults? ✅ What are some of the risks of using technology later in life? ✅ What challenges does aging pose for the development of digital health solutions? ✅ How can the tech industry & the aging community collaborate to innovate accessible technology? ✅ How will advances in technology impact the way we monitor & manage health in older adults? Listen to part 1: “Hanh Brown – Technology and Older Adults: 10 Things You Need to Know”Listen to part 1 on Apple Podcasts 👉 See our Website: https://podcast.boomerliving.tv/🎙 Boomer Living Podcast: https://hanhdbrown.com/👉 LinkedIn https://bit.ly/2TFIbbd