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

You no longer need to be overwhelmed by the lack of knowledge, wait days/weeks to see a doctor or medical professional, increase exposure to germs, or lack follow-up care.

It is easy to see that telehealth is all around us. There are many different forms of it and the type you choose may depend upon you or your patient’s various needs.

You’re on THIN ICE! 

Here we are in January, and quite literally (depending on your geographic location) we are on ice. Falls are common on a normal day of the year and can be very serious for seniors and lead to broken bones, bruises and injuries resulting in a need for lengthy rehab or homecare.

What can caregivers and providers do to ensure safety for seniors and loved ones during the winter months?

From remote monitoring and care to streamlining care provider scheduling, these are the growth areas that are showing to shape healthcare this year and beyond.

2021 has shown to be a year of growth and innovation. As patients and healthcare providers, we look around the healthcare industry and we see new technology being used to help streamline care and help people live safer and more independent lives.

Caregivers and older adults are often very concerned about safety but may also think about their privacy, their sense of identity and dignity, and also their level of independence. Caregivers are capable of so much and our experiences are our building blocks for the strength and stamina needed physically, emotionally and mentally. But what happens when we are exhausted and overwhelmed? How do we balance the needs of our loved one and our own as a caregiver?

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.

There is a mental, physical and financial toll effecting our nations caregivers. Caregiver burnout comes from immense stress occurring from many sides including the caregivers themselves.

Caregivers often forego the care they need for themselves leading to the inevitable burnout. Statistically, unpaid caregivers report activities of enjoyment in their day-to-day life are often reduced due to their responsibilities of caregiving. Feelings of isolation and overwhelmingness leading to burnout can come from things like:

Source of Life Technologies is collaborating with Dementia By Day to bring dementia care insights and peace of mind to caregiving. 

The movement of technology into the senior care environment is making a positive impact and moving beyond fundamental needs and looking to provide deeper insights so independence, privacy, and safety are maximized. As the senior population grows there is a great need to streamline and improve operations and care. This increase in demand for senior care has health organizations moving to meet needs with easy-to-use technology that provides data insights to maximize quality of care initiatives, care team communications, promote cross system functions, and bring overall peace of mind.