Sponsored by OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE
Technology Can Inspire Design Throughout Your Community
James Jansen, Senior Product Manager—Technology Solutions, Direct Supply®
nificant impact on staff, resident, and visitor experiences at your community. Staying up to date on next-gen tech-
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nology has many benefits, including staff efficiency, resident safety, and marketability. There are a variety of products and solu- tions to consider as you design your space. Technology plays a significant role in
how prospective residents manage their day-today activities, healthcare, and social engagement. Current resident populations are already demanding more tech-enabled environments, and that demand will only grow when baby boomers reach senior liv- ing communities. Right now about 10,000 baby boomers turn 65 every day—by 2030, the entire generation will reach this age.1
hen it comes to inspiration for senior living design, technology is trending and will have a sig-
Staying connected has never been more important, and the dawn of “smart” living environments are shortening the technol- ogy adoption curve for congregate living settings. Residents have more access to the outside world through things like social engagement apps and mainstream social media than previous generations, and pro- spective residents will demand this type of connectivity to keep their independence and accessibility when they move into a se- nior living community. Leverage the benefits of the latest technology in your community to meet this demand with the tips that follow.
Resident rooms Resident rooms are technology hubs—both for caregivers and residents. Consider the necessary clinical technology, such as DS Smart®
, as well as any personal electronics
your residents may bring into the room, such as streaming devices. • Make sure these technologies can connect to a strong, consistent network signal to maximize their impact and effective- ness. Among operators, 54 percent plan to increase tech spend, but 34 percent realize outdated or insufficient network connectivity is their top barrier to doing so.2
online,3
Today, 67 percent of seniors 65+ go and 3 in 5 Americans over age 50
(61 percent) stream their TV content—a 27 percent increase over the last two years.
More than 25 percent no longer have tra- ditional pay-TV service.4
Reliable internet
and network connections are must-have utilities considering operators’ plans to invest heavily in innovative technology.
• Keep residents safer with artificial intelli- gence fall detection technology. Falls have increased 20 percent during the pandem- ic,5
but new solutions, like SafelyYou fall
detection technology, have shown strong results—up to 40 percent decrease in falls,5
gency room visits6,7
up to 80 percent decrease in emer- and an improved
length of stay in memory care commu- nities of 2 times—translating to an addi- tional $100,000 in revenue for a 30-bed memory care unit in only six months.8
Staying up to date on next-gen technology has many benefits, including staff efficiency, resident safety, and marketability.
In resident rooms, unobtrusive technology supports safety, while socialization technology can be close at hand. NOVEMBER/DECEMBER 2021
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