At Thrive Senior Living, we know senior living isn’t what it used to be, and that’s a good thing! Today’s technology is making quality care more accessible, personalized, and successful for both seniors and their caregivers. That’s why our team members are trained in the latest caregiver-friendly tools and tech for seniors, like electronic health monitoring, virtual communications, telehealth technology, and more.

Here, we’ll discuss some of these new senior technologies that are making care today more efficient and effective, including some of the technology we use at Thrive!

What are the benefits of today’s technology for seniors and their caregivers?

• Greater access to healthcare

With telemedicine and remote monitoring, seniors today can connect with their healthcare providers right from home. And with virtual consultations, it’s easier to access and receive timely medical care without making a trip to the doctor’s office.

• Increased safety and autonomy

Today, wearable tech for seniors and smart health sensors promote safety and independence for seniors with the ability to detect falls and monitor vital signs. Plus, voice-activated assistants like Alexa or Google Assistant can control aspects of the home like music, heating and cooling, and security, even alert emergency services if needed.

• Improved social connection

Video calling, messaging apps, and social media all help today’s seniors stay connected with family and friends, while AI-powered technologies like chatbots and virtual companions can provide virtual companionship when loved ones aren’t at hand.

• Personalized care

AI-powered technology is one of the newest boons to senior well-being and care. With ChatGPT, seniors easily have answers at their fingertips, while personalized recommendations on YouTube and Spotify adapt to their preferences, creating moments that feel natural and meaningful.

• Reduced burden on caregivers for seniors

Some caregiving tasks, like medication management and appointment scheduling, can be made easier using apps specifically designed for senior care. Having these resources available means caregivers can focus more on quality time and connection.

What types of senior technologies do we use at Thrive?

At Thrive Senior Living, we believe senior living done better means employing assistive technologies that make life easier for both seniors and their caregivers. Here’s what that looks like in action at Thrive:

• Communications tools

Thrive uses the Sagely platform, which features calendars and apps that empower residents to engage with their fellow residents and share details of their day with their loved ones. We also train our team members to assist residents with technology like Zoom video conferencing and FaceTime to stay in touch with family and friends living farther away.

• Remote monitoring and telemedicine

Remote health monitoring technologies allow caregivers at Thrive to remotely track seniors’ vital signs, medication adherence, and health indicators, enabling us to detect health issues early. We also train our caregivers to assist residents in using telemedicine so they can engage with their doctor right from their apartment. The Sagely app also allows team members to remotely track resident engagement and moods.

• Engagement tools

At Thrive, we use technology like online learning platforms and games to keep residents’ cognitive health on point. And if a resident is interested in trying something new, our team members are always happy to help them explore the newest tech tools and apps and see what sparks their interest!

• Health sensors

For senior living done better, Thrive caregivers use a quality assessment and risk management tool called QA Reader, which notifies us of any critical event or activity, helping to track and manage residents’ physiological changes, falls, or other adverse events.

Modern senior living at Thrive communities

Today, life at senior living communities like Thrive incorporates tailored tech for seniors that helps make caregiving more efficient while providing seniors with the power to live life on their own terms.

And at Thrive, technology is just one means we use to support older adults and their caregivers. If you’re a caregiver for seniors seeking support, we encourage you to download our free Caregivers Support Guide, offering practical tips for caregivers for navigating common caregiver issues. And if you’re looking to learn more about how Thrive does senior living better, call one of our senior living experts for a conversation, or schedule an in-person tour!