The Role of Wearable Technology in Eldercare

Lee Tuchfarber is the CEO of Renew Senior Communities, LLC, an innovative senior living management company in Eden Prairie, Minnesota. He also demonstrates executive leadership in two other senior management communities, Renew Saddle Rock Memory Care in Aurora, CO, and Renew Roaring Fork Senior Living Center in Glenwood Springs, CO. Lee Tuchfarber aims to revolutionize the elderly care industry by engaging seasoned industry professionals and exploring solutions from diverse fields including telehealth, brain science, caregiving, Alzheimer’s research, artificial intelligence, and wearable technology.

Every day in America, more than 10,000 people clock 65, and this number is expected to increase dramatically over the coming decades. Hence, there is increased demand for senior living options, such as assisted living, memory care, and respite care. Modern technology is rapidly evolving to meet these demands as wearable technologies enable the elderly to be more independence, monitor health conditions, enhance social connections, and enjoy the customizable experience.

Wearable technology for seniors comprises of all electronic devices that can be implanted in the body, worn as accessories, or embedded in clothing. Typical examples of clothing tech for seniors include smart bras, smart briefs, and e-pyjamas. These pieces of unconventional apparels are excellent for monitoring cardiovascular health, body temperature, hydration levels, and body fat.

Seniors also exploit smart accessories such as wristwatches to keep track of their fitness. These devices are highly recommended for seniors living alone and for people with disabilities. Smartwatches promote seniors’ health through several diverse functions such as detecting falls, monitoring heart rate and blood oxygen levels, and dispatching alerts in any medical emergency.