Tag: Senior Care

Understanding Fall Detection in Older Adults

In this poignant episode of our healthcare innovation series, we delve deep into the critical yet often overlooked aspect of senior care: fall detection in older adults. This discussion goes beyond technology; it’s a journey into safeguarding the dignity and independence of our elders. We explore the intersection of technology, ethics, and senior care, examining both the psychological and social dimensions of falls. From wearable devices to advanced home monitoring systems, we scrutinize each method’s benefits and limitations, balancing safety with privacy and independence. This episode also shares a personal story, highlighting the real-life impact and aftermath of falls in our senior community. Join us in this important conversation, where we aim not just to prevent falls, but to preserve the confidence and independence our elders cherish so deeply. 👉 See our Website: https://ai50.ai/🎙 Boomer Living Podcast: https://hanhdbrown.com/👉 LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/2TFIbbd

Peter Fitzgerald – Navigating Aging: PACE’s Comprehensive Care Approach

Join us for a compelling episode of the AI50 Connect with Peter Fitzgerald, an authority on the Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE). In this concise yet comprehensive conversation, we explore the essence of PACE, its evolution as an alternative to traditional nursing homes, and the breadth of its care services, including medical, rehabilitation, and medication management. Peter elaborates on PACE’s approach to challenges such as transportation, home living support, and financial aspects like eliminating co-pays and coverage gaps. Key to this episode is the discussion on the integration of AI into PACE, examining its current use in predictive analysis and remote monitoring, and the potential future advancements in senior care. This episode is a deep dive into how PACE is shaping the future of healthcare for the elderly. Follow Peter on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-fitzgerald-850bbb/ 👉 See our Website: https://podcast.boomerliving.tv/🎙 Boomer Living Podcast: https://hanhdbrown.com/👉 LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/2TFIbbd

Convergence of AI, Data Science, and Big Data in Senior Care

Akmal Chaudhri, Esq. is a seasoned Subject Matter Expert (SME) in database technology with a career since 1988 that spans roles like developer, consultant, and technical trainer. His extensive expertise includes Big Data, Data Science, and NoSQL. Chaudhri holds advanced degrees in Computing and Information Systems and Computer Science with a specialization in Database Performance Benchmarking. He’s internationally recognized, presenting at various conferences, serving on program committees, and advising on Big Data Analytics. Chaudhri has edited/co-edited ten books and maintains an active online presence, sharing insights on technologies like OpenAI and SingleStoreDB. His comprehensive skills, backed by an impressive academic foundation and practical experience, positions him as a leader in database technology. Topics Covered: 🛤️ The journey in the database technology field since 1988. 🌱 The evolution of Big Data and Data Science fields. 🔄 Significant changes in the database technology landscape. ⏰ Pivotal moments and their influence on career path. 🔁 Comparative experiences with NoSQL and traditional database technologies. 📚 Challenges of editing a book in the technology field. 🌐 Experiences and lessons from serving on the 2015 Expert Advisory Panel guiding Malaysia’s Big Data Analytics journey. 🔄 Strategies for staying up-to-date in the rapidly changing field of database technology. 🔮 Anticipated future trends in Big Data and Data Science. 🤖 The Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Senior Care. 🧩 Predictive Modeling and Pattern Recognition in Data Science for Senior Care. 📈 Utilizing Big Data for Enhancing Senior Care. 🎓 Advice for newcomers to the field of database technology and Big Data. #Data #BigData #ai #seniorcare #seniorliving #healthcare 👉 Live Event Playlist: http://bit.ly/3R5fKkA 👉 Dementia Playlist: http://bit.ly/3XTljot 👉 Senior Health Care Playlist: http://bit.ly/3ylxs8a 👉 Branding and Scaling Your Business with inOneApp: https://app.inoneapp.co/ 👉 Subscribe: http://bit.ly/3XvzVum 👉 See our Website: https://podcast.boomerliving.tv/ 🎙 Boomer Living Podcast: https://hanhdbrown.com/ 👉 LinkedIn https://bit.ly/2TFIbbd 👉 Email Hanh@hanhdbrown.com We love getting your letters. Send it here: Hanh Brown PO Box 871843 Canton MI 48187

How to Support an Aging Parent Who Refuses Medical Assistance

In this video, we delve into the complex topic of why a parent may refuse medical or home care. We understand that dealing with elderly care resistance can be an emotional and challenging task for caregivers, but understanding the root causes of a parent’s refusal of care is crucial in finding ways to support their well-being and maintain their autonomy and dignity. We will explore some of the common reasons for aging parent refusal of care, such as dementia and medical refusal, and provide strategies for supporting a stubborn elderly parent and dealing with resistant elderly parents. We’ll also cover important topics such as medical assistance refusal in aging adults, home care refusal, and coping with a resistant elderly parent. Join us as we dive into understanding and supporting aging parents who refuse care. Summary: The video aims to help caregivers understand the various reasons why a parent may refuse medical or home care. It highlights that a parent’s refusal of care can have many root causes, such as lack of understanding, fear of the unknown, or a desire to maintain independence. The video emphasizes the importance of taking the time to understand the cause behind such a decision before trying to force them into care they may not understand or feel comfortable with. This could include providing information and education about the care being offered, helping them overcome fears and anxieties with empathy, or simply giving reassurance that their health and well-being will remain uncompromised. By taking this approach, parents can make informed decisions about their care based on knowledge and trust. The video also mentions that past experiences can have a profound effect on a parent’s decision making, particularly when it comes to healthcare. A parent who has had negative experiences in the past may be reluctant to accept medical treatment or follow through with recommended care. Negative past experiences, such as mistreatment or misdiagnosis, can make parents distrustful of healthcare professionals and hesitant to seek medical care. Previous experiences with illnesses or injuries that resulted in poor outcomes can make parents hesitant to seek medical help. Parents may also be hesitant to seek medical treatment due to financial concerns, such as the high costs of care and the financial strain it caused in the past. This may lead to avoiding seeking medical help or accepting home care or assisted living. As a caregiver, understanding one’s parental past experiences is key in order to develop strategies and provide tailored care that meets their needs and preferences. The video also highlights that cognitive decline can make it hard for aging adults to understand and accept medical care. This is especially difficult for aging parents, who may not realize the extent of their cognitive decline or the harm it can cause without proper medical care. Memory impairment, executive function decline, and attention issues can make it hard for older adults to follow medical instructions, make complex decisions, or focus on health discussions. In these situations, caregivers must be understanding, sensitive, and patient. They should explain how accepting care improves quality of life in a way the patient can understand. The video also emphasizes the importance of involving patients in their care decisions as much as possible, even with cognitive decline, in order to support their autonomy and quality of life and make the care process more person-centered. Finally, the video mentions that people’s beliefs can strongly influence their refusal of care. Religious beliefs, belief in alternative medicine, and cultural beliefs can cause someone to refuse certain medical treatments or procedures. It’s important for caregivers to be aware of this and show understanding of what the patient’s beliefs are and how they influence their healthcare decisions. Caregivers should be respectful of patients’ beliefs and preferences and make sure their treatment plan aligns with them as much as possible. 👉 Live Event Playlist: http://bit.ly/3R5fKkA 👉 Dementia Playlist: http://bit.ly/3XTljot 👉 Senior Health Care Playlist: http://bit.ly/3ylxs8a 👉 Branding and Scaling Your Business with inOneApp: https://app.inoneapp.co/ 👉 Subscribe: http://bit.ly/3XvzVum 👉 See our Website: https://podcast.boomerliving.tv/ 🎙 Boomer Living Podcast: https://hanhdbrown.com/ 👉 LinkedIn https://bit.ly/2TFIbbd 👉 Email Hanh@hanhdbrown.com We love getting your letters. Send it here: Hanh Brown PO Box 871843 Canton MI 48187 #agingparents #elderlycare #seniorhealth #familycaregiver #medicalassistance

Paul E. Griffin III – To Meet the Needs of an Older Adult Is One That Takes into Account Their Emotional Needs (Part 2 of 2)

How do you meet the needs of an older adult? You have to pay attention to what matters to them. You have to work with the wisdom and experience they bring to the table. You have to honor their life stories, paying attention to any losses or trauma they may have suffered. And you need a bit of flexibility and creativity in order to think outside the box when it comes to figuring out how they can be engaged in life. Join me to listen to my conversation with Paul E. Griffin III as we share thoughts, as a provider, on how to best serve older adults. The best approach for meeting the needs of an older adult is one that takes into account their emotional needs – those things that matter most to them like respect for their dignity; opportunities for social connection; feeling useful; having control over their lives; maintaining good health…and so much more! Listen to part 1 of our interview here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/765170/8285352-paul-e-griffin-iii-is-your-mom-slowing-down-more-than-she-thinks-part-1-of-2 Timestamps:[00:00] We can provide an environment, a setting to lend itself for that. But getting the folks to go along with it can be a challenge, especially if, they’re experiencing the later part of dementia or have dementia at some point.[01:36] Having activities for seniors is great, but at times seniors need a nudge to get involved, and this is a form of care itself. How do you make sure that your staff treats their job as that of a caregiver?[04:00] They all have different temperaments. They came to the community with different life journeys.[08:54] The thing is it takes another human being with a heart to sit slowly, understand and relate and commiserate, and really reach into their heart and understand.[11:13] How do you get your staff to find ways of including families in the care plan? Is there a way to make rewards for bringing in families and creating, an enjoyable experience for them?[12:48] Meals are a great time to come together.[13:16] Architecture comes into play.[15:41] We’re in the housing, senior housing, we also need to consider we’re in the caring business, plus we’re in learning how to care best care for folks with dementia.[18:07] You’re making some great impact for young baby boomers, the baby boomers, the silent generation. So you have to keep doing what you’re doing.[20:25] Let’s emphasize the caregiving side.[24:23] 10,000 a day turning 65 for the next several decades.[25:33] Wrap-up Bio:Paul E. Griffin III is the founder, Chief Executive Officer, and President of Griffin Living. A fifth-generation builder with forty years of expertise in real estate development, Paul was inducted into the Forbes Real Estate Council in 2020. Before founding Griffin Living, Paul has overseen the development of projects, including residential homes, apartment complexes, retail centers, and commercial office space. In his career, Paul has created over $4 billion in value and received numerous awards and honors, including Habitat for Humanity’s Builder of the Year (Hammer of Hope) and the Building Industry Association’s Builder of the Year. You can learn more about Paul on his LinkedIn profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-griffin-iii/

Chris Guay – Do Your Senior Living Residents Refer You to Their Friends and Families?

Chris Guay, the founder, and CEO of Vitality Living is with me on today’s episode of Boomer Living. Vitality Living offers retirement living, assisted living, and memory care communities where residents can live purposefully and experience a profound sense of belonging. With more than 20 years of operations, management, and leadership experience, he has a background from community-level leadership roles to senior executive positions at some of the industry’s largest providers. I’m eager to talk to him today about leadership, culture, and the long-term future of the senior housing industry. Timestamps:[00:00] Pre-Intro dialogue from Chris[01:33] Get to know you[04:43] Introduction to Chris Guay[05:26] You obviously have a passion for serving the older adults, baby boomers, and the silent generation. Where did this drive come from? Was it from experiences that you had with your grandparents?[09:56] The meaning behind the name “Vitality”[11:21] Now you mentioned several reasons, what sets your company apart from the others now? How do you make sure that your customers keep coming back to you or refer you to their neighbors into the relative?[17:06] You mentioned a little bit about differentiating between senior living and long-term care. Can you give a summary or your thoughts on that?[19:19] You’ve spoken about the importance of culture in your communities. Can you provide some example that illustrates that?[25:54] How do you empower your employees to take the initiative and be leaders of their own projects?[31:55] Becoming a leader is a journey rather than a destination. Can you share some lessons learned of significant leadership skills that you know, over the course of your career? And then how are you continuing to develop your leadership skills?[36:03] What effect the strong leadership has on residents in terms of the impact on the community? Do you think they feel that, do they see that?[38:04] We all know the devastating effects of COVID on the senior living industry in the past year. What do you think will be the long-term impact on the industry?[41:27] Would you say the future is bright for the senior housing industry?[43:38] Do you have any other thoughts that you would like to share?[44:52] Wrap-up Bio:Chris GuayFounder & CEO at Vitality Senior Living“My inspiration comes from my family and their passion to live life to the fullest. I was blessed with grandparents that played a major role in my life. For as long as I can remember, these wonderful human beings instilled a passion in me to live life to the fullest. From a grandfather who learned how to ski in his 50’s to a grandmother who had a dune buggy in her 70’s, I grew up seeing that life was not limited by age. This inspired me to build Vitality and create life, energy, and purpose for older adults for decades to come. It is my passion to help everyone, regardless of age and circumstance, fully experience life every day they can!” Chris has 20+ years of operations, management, and leadership experience in the Senior Living industry. His broad background was achieved through leadership roles starting at the community level through senior executive positions with the industry’s largest providers, Emeritus & Brookdale Senior Living. He founded Vitality Living in 2016, a company focused on making a real positive difference in the lives of older adults and those who serve them. He is an innovator in the industry and is committed to creating a company that engages residents, families, and team members in successful aging. Learn more about Chris here:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-guay-01aa038/Vitality Senior Living: https://www.vitalityseniorliving.com/

Christina Drumm-Boyd and Amy LaGrant – Caring for a Loved One with Dementia

When facing Dementia, it’s hard to know what to do. If you have been touched by dementia, or are caring for someone with Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia, our personal journey with our parents may give you some guidance. This episode features Christina Drumm-Boyd, Owner and President of Care Connect of Hampton Roads, and Amy LaGrant, Gerontologist, Co-Founder BrandMETTLE, Ambassador Aging2.0, Walk2ENDALZ Committee Chair. These two leaders are passionate and dedicated to advising caregivers and families going through dementia. We cover topics like seeking services that can walk you through the difficult journey, dealing with grief, communication strategies as memory fails, legal issues that may arise such as guardianship and end-of-life decisions. Bios: Christina Drumm-Boydhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/christinadrummboyd/ Owner and President of Care Connect of Hampton Roads, Inc. Specialties: Have over 20 years of Healthcare Sales, Marketing, and Geriatric Care Management experience focusing in the Senior housing industry, property census development, and turnaround strategies for focus properties. Christina is also a licensed insurance agent in life, health and annuity products for the state of Virginia. She holds designation as a Certified Senior Advisor and is an Accredited Agent with the U.S. Veterans Administration, licensed to represent claims before the Office of General Council. ———————- Amy LaGranthttps://www.linkedin.com/in/amylagrant/ Gerontologist, Co-Founder BrandMETTLE, Ambassador Aging2.0, Walk2ENDALZ Committee Chair Amy is a leading gerontology professional with over 15 years of experience marketing to baby boomers, seniors, and family caregivers. Amy has held leadership roles in some of the industry’s leading advertising agencies. Most recently, Amy was SVP, Brand Strategy for Bluespire Senior Living formerly Martino & Binzer.Prior to Bluespire, Amy led all marketing efforts for Virtual Health, a telehealth and family caregiver integration company. Before that Amy led strategy at multiple mature marketing and consulting agencies such as Continuum Crew, JWT Boom, and Age Wave. Specialties: Client Management, Strategic Planning, Baby Boomer Marketplace, and high-regulated products

Richard Lui – How and Why Living Selflessly Can Bring Joy Despite Difficulty

Do you want to make a difference in the world? In this episode, I share my conversation with Richard Lui. He explains how living selflessly can change your own life for the better too! Ordinary heroes can make small, practical choices and stop this selfish pandemic. Here are some tips on how and why living selflessly can bring joy despite the difficulty.  Living selflessly is not easy, but it can be rewarding. It’s about giving up what we think we deserve and instead focusing on what others need. We all have something to offer that could bring joy into someone else’s life. Living selflessly will help you find happiness in difficult times because it’s not about what you get out of it but what you give to others that counts. You’ll be surprised at how much more fulfilling your life becomes when you start giving back without expecting anything in return. So go ahead, do something nice for someone today! Timestamps:[00:00] Pre-Intro dialogue between Richard and Hanh[03:10] Introduction to Richard Lui[04:02] Tell us a little bit about how you became a caregiver and how that experience changed the trajectory of your career in life?[06:35] How did you decide to walk away from a dream job to help care for your father with Alzheimer’s?[10:32] You mentioned a little bit about the COVID impact. Now, what other effect has COVID had on your relationship with your parents?[13:26] You’ve written a book called “Enough About Me”. Now you detail, what you call is a selfishness pandemic. Can you explain what that means?[17:20] Your book talks about selflessness, as being like a muscle that needs to be trained? What do you mean by that? And how can we train ourselves to be more selfless people?[21:31] Growing up who, in your life was the model for selflessness?[28:33] What could someone who grew up in a very selfish environment do to change their attitudes?[35:06] What you describe is how selflessness and gratefulness are intertwined. Is that right?[37:50] How is this that you find rewarding to take your journey and helping others?[40:11] Where can the listeners find your book?[40:48] Do you have anything else that you would like to share?[40:59] Wrap-up Bio:Richard LuiVeteran journalist Richard Lui has more than 30 years in television, film, technology, and business. Currently, at MSNBC and previously with CNN Worldwide, he is the first Asian American man to anchor a daily national cable news program, and a team Emmy and Peabody winner. In addition to journalism, Richard’s 15-year business career involves a fintech patent and launching six tech brands over three business cycles. He has lived, worked, and volunteered on every continent. Richard is a Celebrity Champion for the Alzheimer’s Association, Caregiving Champion for AARP, and Caregiving Ambassador for BrightFocus Foundation. His first book, “Enough About Me”: The Unexpected Power of Selflessness, releases in March 2021. You can find Richard on these social media platforms:Skype: richkluiWebsite: https://richardlui.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rlui/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/richardlui/Twitter: https://twitter.com/RichardLui You can find Richard’s book “Enought About Me” on Amazon:  https://www.amazon.com/Enough-About-Me-Unexpected-Selflessness/dp/0310362393/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=enough+about+me&qid=1619373284&sr=8-1

Michelle Copenhaver – Integrated Technology Platforms to Empower Better Patient Care

Health care organizations are challenged to balance financial pressures with the need to provide high-quality, affordable, and accessible health care. Providers must navigate a rapidly changing environment in order to remain competitive while improving the quality of care and reducing costs. The healthcare industry is at an inflection point; A new generation of technology and services that will transform how we think about and manage our long-term health needs. Technology can be used for more than just symptom management; it can also help people live healthier lives through prevention, better communication with their providers, and improved self-management skills. In this session, we’ll discuss how providers can move from fee-for-service to value-based payment models by using technology as a driver for better outcomes and improved population health management (PHM). We’ll also share some of our own innovative approaches including value-based reimbursement programs which have proven successful in helping providers improve patient engagement while lowering cost per case.——————– Timestamps: [00:00] Pre-Intro dialogue from Michelle Copenhaver[01:57] Introduction[03:02] Tell us a little bit about your background?[05:01] What is the importance of strategic partnerships in the healthcare industry?[07:15] Is there one partnership you’ve been able to coordinate that you’re personally very proud of?[08:21] One of your passions is helping healthcare providers transition their services from fee for service to fee for value. Tell us a little bit more about what that means?[11:44] Does it take more time and effort to close a project using fee-for-value billing? Why or why not?[13:31] What are your thoughts on how artificial intelligence can be used to help fuel this change in the medical industry?[15:56] You’ve touched on the social determinants of health earlier. Briefly go over its meaning and the importance, how we understand holistic care relative to the social determinants of health?[18:29] Have you had a personal experience that you’ve worked with a staff member who was diagnosed with the social determinants of health?[20:03] Do you feel like there is enough training for healthcare professionals on how to handle patients who suffer from social determinants of health?[21:07] How does having less income than someone else affect your ability to access care in the medical field?[22:32] What’s the importance of care coordination, nowadays in healthcare? And then what could healthcare companies do better to improve this coordination?[27:38] Why do you think patients, families, clinicians, and other stakeholders struggle with maintaining the continuity of communication when transferring across disciplines in a healthcare setting? Or the system is not in place or people just don’t care?[31:18] If a client wants advice on how to sustain a healthy lifestyle, what advice would you share with them?[34:27] Do you have anything else that you would like to share?——————– Bio: Michelle Copenhaver has a 360-degree view of the health care industry as an experienced executive with 30+ years of experience. She began in clinical settings and transitioned into healthcare administration, where she gained valuable insight from senior leadership roles at various payer companies. This has given her a deep understanding of how to deliver high-quality, cost-effective care that is coordinated across all levels of our health system. She is driven by my mission to improve the overall health and wellbeing of everyone in this country through innovative thinking, disruptive innovation, and collaboration. Learn more about Michelle: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-copenhaver-9a245114/

Medicare Advantage, Home Care & Senior Living Resources with Doug Robertson and Kerin Zuger

The inclusion of Home Care services in Medicare Advantage plans has doubled from ’21 to ’22. This means that more seniors are receiving care at home, which is a positive trend for senior living communities and In-Home Care providers. Join me in a LIVE conversation with Doug Robertson, Kerin Zuger, Right at Home. A decentralized care model provides patients with the right care, at the right time, and in the right place. It’s a patient-centered approach to health and wellness that gives people access to high-quality services from trusted providers. It also helps providers better coordinate care across settings, making it more efficient, effective, and affordable while improving patient outcomes. This is the future of healthcare – decentralized, integrated, and patient-centered. Medicare Advantage Partnerships are a great way to diversify your revenue stream and increase profitability.——————– Bio: Doug Robertson, Government affairs professional providing regulatory compliance, licensing, and government reimbursement guidance in the senior care market. Learn more about Doug: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertsondoug/ Kerin Zuger, Experienced and passionate Healthcare Executive with a demonstrated history of developing scalable business models, innovative solutions, and strategic partnerships across multiple industries; with the goal of finding synergistic ways to expand value proposition and diversify revenue streams. Learn more about Kerin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kerin-zuger-51963517/