How Technology and Home Care Work Together to Improve Senior Wellness
Technology is revolutionizing senior care, transforming the way families support their loved ones' independence and well-being.
At Visiting Angels of Chelsea, we embrace technological advances, integrating innovative tools with personalized home care services to help seniors in Chelsea lead safe and joyful lives.
The Technological Transformation of Home Care
From communication tools, mobility aids, social technologies, and more, there are many ways that technology can help your senior loved one! At Visiting Angels, we can help your loved one take advantage of these wonderful tools.
We can teach your loved one how to use social media to stay in touch with old friends, set up video chats with your family for your loved one, and keep you updated at any hour of the day, no matter how far away you live from Chelsea!
Navigating the Challenges of Tech-Enhanced Care
Many families worry about the difficulty of adapting to new technology, especially if their loved ones are not particularly tech-savvy. You may also be concerned with costs, safety, and privacy when introducing your loved one to new technologies.
You should always pay close attention to your loved one’s thoughts, feelings, and wellness when implementing new senior care technologies.
At Visiting Angels of Chelsea, we work hard to help seniors navigate these tools and adapt to having them in their lives.
Innovative Technologies Supporting Senior Wellness
Remote Monitoring
Advanced remote monitoring systems provide families with real-time data in a non-invasive way. These devices include motion sensors that detect falls, apps that keep tabs on their whereabouts, and medication reminder systems that help keep up with their prescriptions.
Smartphone Technologies
Simplified communication tools help seniors stay socially engaged in ways never before possible. User-friendly smartphones with easy-to-read text and bigger screens make calling and texting far simpler.
Many also include voice command tools so that your senior loved one can navigate their phone verbally!
Long-Distance Connectivity
Many different factors–like distance and mobility–can make it hard for your senior loved one to regularly see those they care about.
Thankfully, video calling apps can allow your senior to have regular face-to-face time with family and friends from anywhere in the world!
When to Add Tech to Your Home Care Routine
You might be unsure of when it’s appropriate to start utilizing tech tools to help your senior loved one.
If your loved one is experiencing frequent falls or balance issues, increased forgetfulness, social isolation, difficulties with daily life, or challenges in medication management, it may be time to turn to technology to help.
Benefits for Seniors and Families
Hiring an in-home caregiver to help your loved one can add in many different ways, including increased independence, improved mental and physical wellness, and greater social connectivity.
Families experience reduced caregiver stress, gain real-time health data, and benefit from more efficient and comprehensive care management.
Visiting Angels: Your Partner in Tech-Enabled Care
Caring for loved ones doesn't have to be overwhelming. At Visiting Angels of Chelsea, we combine compassionate, personalized care with modern technology to provide in-home care fitted to each senior’s unique needs.
We understand that every senior is different, and work hard to ensure that every senior we serve receives the exact care that they need to thrive.
If you are ready to learn more about how we can help, contact our team at Visiting Angels of Chelsea today at 617-409-9039 or via our online contact form. Together, we'll create a care plan that meets your loved one's needs using deep human compassion and technological tools.