Universal design is a concept quickly becoming embraced among homeowners of varying ages. The idea is to start making simple modifications now to your home, enabling you to remain in your home when your daily lifestyle needs and routines change.
Read MoreFrom welcoming awesome new staff to being recognized as a top company to work for; from innovating with smart home pilot programs to saving money for individuals, states, and providers; from new technology grants to new puppies in the office... It's been a year to be thankful for!
Read MoreTrend #1: Technology will be key to sustaining independent lifestyles among senior living residents. SimplyHome technology encourages and empowers an independent lifestyle through wireless systems by utilizing sensors. As a family member, you and care staff can receive call, text or email alerts from anywhere when a problem is detected. Family visits and phone calls can focus on what matters most -- quality time.
Read MoreUnsupervised time increases independence and fosters a sense of personal responsibility and self-reliance, but many residents are afraid to use it because they fear they will need staff and be unable to contact them. With this project, Melvin now wears a wrist pendant which is set to alert staff if he presses the button and needs support during his unsupervised time.
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