Believe it or not, the image above is not from a science-fiction film. This is a senior working with DreamFace Technologies’ social robot, Ryan, which is proving to enhance mood, reduce cognitive decline and improve mobility for older adults — among other benefits. Through artificial intelligence, Ryan is able to recognize emotions, engage socially and […]
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Komp Bridges the Communication Gap
Computers, tablets and smartphones make it easier to shop, bank and keep in touch with friends and family. However, studies as recent as 2019 found that 2.8 million people over 75 years old did not use the internet, and only seven percent of that same age group made regular video calls. In the U.S., statistics […]
ATFAQ163 – Q1. Digital Literacy for Seniors, Q2. State AT Programs, Q3. Portable Video Magnifiers, Q4. Notetaking for person who is blind, Q5. Issues that slow down workplace accommodations, Q6. Wildcard: Tell us about a previous job of yours
Podcast: Play in new window | Download Panelists: Brian Norton, Josh Anderson, Belva Smith, Tracy Castillo ATFAQ163 – Q1. Digital Literacy for Seniors, Q2. State AT Programs, Q3. Portable Video Magnifiers, Q4. Note-taking for the person who is blind, Q5. Issues that slow down workplace accommodations, Q6. Wildcard: Tell us about a previous job of […]
Keeping Seniors Connected through COVID and Beyond
National Senior Citizens Day is particularly important to recognize this month, as we head toward a major spike in the aging population. According to the World Health Organization, there were 200 million people over 60 years old in 1950; by 2000, that number tripled to nearly 600 million; by 2025, it is estimated there will […]
Walabot HOME Fall Detection System
Did you know 1 in 4 adults aging in place fall every year? Unfortunately, only a fraction of them has a medical alert device or caregiver when they fall. If you’re looking for something to help detect falls and notify emergency contact(s), check out the Walabot HOME Fall Detection System. Walabot HOME automatically detects falls […]
Shining a Light on the World of Aphasia
Despite the fact that over two million people in the United States have aphasia, 84.5 percent of Americans have never heard of this disorder. “That’s why it’s particularly important to spread information, not just in June for National Aphasia Awareness Month, but all year round as well,” said Brian Norton, director of assistive technology at […]