In this episode, we discussed dementia and brain health as important aspects of aging and health. We heard from DementiaDarling Carrie Aalberts, an advocate in the dementia landscape, which addresses the needs of 1 in 3 older adults (somewhere between seven and 11 million).

Gabriela Pelin of VoiceLove shared about their “voice communications enabler” for dementia patients in ICU, now in pilot programs at both Vanderbilt and Texas A&M Longevity Center.

We also heard from Margo Merrick of LOOP Village, an online content engagement platform handling 120 events per month.

Margot was excited to be collaborating with Carrie Aalberts aka DementiaDarling, Adria Thompson of Be Light Care and Embodied Labs for an event that took place on (and thus drew new members to) Loop Village. It also fulfilled a California state Cal Grows requirement to deliver a Through Their Eyes Compassionate Care dementia webinar for Embodied Labs on August 20th 2024. ALL of these participants are part of the AgeTech Collaborative from AARP. Over 1,000 people attended.

The one hour 8-20-24 webinar on the Embodied Labs website
Larchmont Buzz 8-13-24 Report on the webinar
DementiaDarling Instgram post for the 8-20-24 event
Embodied Labs LinkedIn Derek Koch post of 8-20-24 for CalGrows event webinar link

Recorded on June 20, 2024, this episode is part of the Caregiver Friendly Products Series. Speakers are listed in their order of appearance.

Carrie Aalberts, Founder, DementiaDarling
AgeTech Collaborative from AARP 11-21-24 article about DementiaDarling, WillGather and Be Light Care Consulting / Adria Thompson by Will Ogilbee

Margot Merrick, CEO and Co-Founder, The LOOP Village
Loop Village is a member of the AgeTechCollaborative from AARP

Gabriela Pelin, CEO, VoiceLove

Debbie Howard’s summary of this show.

Resources:
Alzheimer’s / Dementia Facts and Figures from Alz.org

BoomerTechTalk.com episode page

LinkedIn Show Post

Co-hosts: Linda Sherman and Debbie Howard

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Music: Solemnity written and performed by Richard Sherman

In this episode, we heard about upscale, adaptive pajamas that enhance comfort and emotional satisfaction for the care receiver with limited mobility, as well as functionality and usability for the caregiver (whether professional or family level). We also discussed a private digital platform on which you can preserve your life story and legacy (via audio, video, photos, text, etc.) - literally “personal media for everything you DON’T put on social media - which also helps to combat isolation via meaningful intergenerational and social connection. Last but not least, we heard about a natural marine extract product line that provides wound care and bed sore prevention in the home as well as in emergency and clinical settings.

Recorded on March 21, 2024, this episode is part of the Caregiver Friendly Products Series. Speakers are listed in their order of appearance.

Franne Goldberg, Founder, Dignity Pajamas

Daniel Findlay, CSP, CCSM, CEO, Kin Capsule - CTA Member

Eric Lewis MD, Medical Office, Founder, MBET Health Miracle Dressing, MBET Miracle of the Sea Consumer Natural Marine Extract topicals and Miracle Bandage Plus

Debbie Howard's summary of this show.

Resources:
Miracle Bandage Plus was awarded an Emergency Medical Services World 2024 Product Innovations award.

BoomerTechTalk.com episode page

LinkedIn Show Post

Co-Hosts: Debbie Howard, Linda Sherman and Steve Ewell

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Music: Solemnity written and performed by Richard Sherman

In this episode, we discussed an intergenerational communications platform that creates lasting connections by being a simple, safe, and effective way to connect aging adults with family, friends and care teams. In addition to video chat and photo sharing, through the touchscreen users can access a wide range of health and wellness tools, helping you to get ahead of the curve with preventative fitness and wellness in general.

We also learned about a “no re-model required” accessible shower that can be assembled in any room of the home without any plumbing changes - just seven main hard plastic pieces that snap together (no tools or screws required), and it includes ramp access. Great for newly immobile care receivers or multi-level homes!

Recorded on March 14, 2024, this episode is part of the Caregiver Friendly Products Series. Speakers are listed in their order of appearance.

Paula Muller, Ph.D., Founder, CareLink360

Russell Simpkins, Vice President, Shower Bay

Thank you to co-host Carol Chiang for introductions, questions and commentaries for this show. Your OT perspective is always appreciated.

David Carson who also has a caregiver friendly product - Care Glider, joined us briefly on stage to ask a question. And to Elizabeth Magallon-Fleury for your question from the audience.

Resources:
Carol Chiang’s Shower Bay LinkedIn Post

BoomerTechTalk.com episode page

LinkedIn Show Post

Co-hosts: Debbie Howard, Linda Sherman and Carol Chiang

We continue to record new Rethinking Aging Club podcasts live on Thursdays. How to join live.

Please follow our 2 podcasts. This and News for the Ages by Rethinking Aging Club. Our News for the Ages podcasts are published weekly on Wednesday, the day after they are recorded.

We are catching up with publishing Rethinking Aging Club podcasts, and hope to be current by year end 2024 / early 2025.

Music: Solemnity written and performed by Richard Sherman