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Aging in Place: Assistive Technology Resources

Recently, I’ve been focusing on technology to promote aging in place because I fancy myself a forward thinker. It’s no secret that boomers are approaching retirement age and will soon...Read entire article »

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Artificial Intelligence—Robots!—in Assistive Technology

The “Tech Act” of 1988—renamed the Assistive Technology Act in 1998—spawned an assistive technology revolution that brought funding to researchers and statewide programs for technological assistance. In my last post,...Read entire article »

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Assistive Technology to Promote Aging In Place—a User Friendly Guide

There are many options for people who need assistance with activities of daily living—homecare, adult day care, assisted living. While these options may appeal for different reasons, as a supporter...Read entire article »

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What Is…Assistive Technology?

Assistive technology refers to technological devices that help a person perform activities which he or she could not previously do independently, or could only do with difficulty. Assistive technology often...Read entire article »