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In today's digital age, technology has become an integral part of our lives, offering convenience and connectivity like never before. However, it's essential to use technology mindfully, especially in critical areas such as fall intervention. At "The Mat of Life," we understand the delicate balance between embracing technology's benefits and maintaining well-being. In this blog post, we explore the challenges of technology in modern life, provide tips for mindful tech use, and highlight how our non-intrusive platform enhances safety through automation. 

In honor of Stroke Awareness Month, let's dive into an essential topic: fall prevention for stroke survivors. And guess what? Remote monitoring is here to help both users and caregivers!

Does this sound familiar? Package after package, box after box, arriving to home. “Where do all these packages keep coming from?!”

Physical activity is a must when it comes to aging and maintaining independence and health. Just as our population of older adults is increasing, so is the amount of research into the importance of the effects of regular exercise.

By Rachael Wonderlin, Dementia By Day, Consultant to Source of Life Technologies

How did you first notice that a loved one might be living with dementia? For many families, it’s what I call, “That One Weird Thing.”

Every year around this time we all begin to reflect on the past year. We know that gratitude is important, but it can be hard to slow down and step back. We’ve all felt the ups and downs of 2021. There are days that felt wonderful and brought joy. There are days that probably felt overwhelming and difficult. As a senior caregiver, homemaker, businessperson, or whatever hats you are wearing, best laid plans can go out the window.

By Rachael Wonderlin, Dementia By Day, Consultant to Source of Life Technologies

As a caregiver, we all have hard days. And if you are reading this, you have lived through 100% of your hardest days! Being a family caregiver comes with a lot of work and hard decisions.  As a company filled with many caregivers, we strive to make it easier. National Family Caregivers Month is every November appreciating the strength and dedication of those who care for their loved ones.

New legislation has been proposed and is receiving increased amounts of attention. The Choose Home Care Act of 2021 is a bill looking to broaden services for people in their homes as an alternative to facility-based services following a healthcare event.

We have now seen digital health shows a lot of value. Some organizations are trying to stick to the more traditional ways of providing care while others are stepping into this virtual world more easily. What is “normal” now that we continue to live in a pandemic as status quo? We need to be using new, creative ways to adapt to the changing healthcare landscape. The “old way” is not sustainable and does not demonstrate to be the most comfortable method for patients and loved ones requiring varying levels of care.