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Is Your Website Accessible to Everyone?
On December 10, 2019 by Guest Contributor
The accessibility of your website could lead to legal challenges. Consider the case of Guillermo Robles, a blind man who wanted to order a pizza from Domino’s using their website and mobile app. Despite having screen-reading software, Robles couldn’t place an order as the Domino’s website wasn’t built to be accessible to blind people. Robles sued Domino’s, alleging that their website violated the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Could this happen to you?
6 Tech Themes to Help You Choose Your Next Tech Step
On November 26, 2019 by Jodi Boyne
Technology is transforming senior living, from helping older adults stay connected, receive care and services at home, and stimulate physical and cognitive abilities to positively contributing to workforce recruitment and retention. What are the six themes helping providers choose their next tech steps?
LeadingAge MN Members Receive Live Well at Home Grants
On November 12, 2019 by Lori Meyer
The Minnesota Department of Human Services has announced the newest grant recipients for the Live Well at Home Program. In total, 45 organizations received funding to help older adults maintain their health, independence and community involvement. Among them are five LeadingAge Minnesota members:
Best Buy Poised to Lead Senior Care
On October 23, 2019 by Jodi Boyne
As Best Buy continues its push into healthcare, senior care remains a strong focus—and could make the company the leader in the space. Key to this expansion will be Best Buy’s ability to strike strategic partnerships with payers like Medicare Advantage and Managed Care Plans; but what shouldn't be lost in this push for a competitive advantage is the relationship with senior care providers.
MedFuse Conference Brings Providers and Technologists Together to Innovate
On September 24, 2019 by Jenna Kellerman
You’re invited to attend the second annual MedFuse Conference on Oct. 24 at the Minneapolis Convention Center. Registration is FREE for LeadingAge Minnesota members. Select the Medical Practitioner Ticket upon registration.
Use Technology to Engage Staff
On September 24, 2019 by Jenna Kellerman
Did you know that 91% of Millennial and Gen Z new hires say that a company’s technological sophistication weighs into their decision to accept a new job? It is time to embrace and invest in technology to improve staff efficiency and engagement. Need some ideas? LeadingAge Minnesota members are implementing some great solutions:
2 New Products Added to CAST Medication Management Technology Portfolio
On September 16, 2019 by Jodi Boyne
CAST has updated its Medication Management Selection Tool with two new products CuePath Innovation and Nexusera. The tool also includes an updated Product Matrix and Online Selection Tool.
AI Solutions Reduce Falls
On September 16, 2019 by Jodi Boyne
Virtual reality, predictive analytics, sensors, and other artificial intelligence (AI) solutions are helping keep older adults from falling, according to a recent HealthTech article.
True Innovation is Needed in Senior Living
On August 20, 2019 by Jodi Boyne
A recent article in Senior Housing News highlights that the “dots aren’t being connected” in senior living to get innovation past the pilot stage to make a true impact.
LeadingAge Recommends Medicare Changes to Congressional Telehealth Caucus
On April 10, 2019 by Jodi Boyne
Responding to the Congressional Telehealth Caucus's request for information, LeadingAge recommended several changes in Medicare policy to expand access to telehealth services and remote monitoring, improve patient outcomes, and control health care costs.
CMS Pushes to Improve Information Sharing Between Hospitals and Post-Acute Care
On February 13, 2019 by Jodi Boyne
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has proposed policy changes supporting its MyHealthEData initiative to improve patient access and advance electronic data exchange and care coordination throughout the healthcare system.
New HHS Resource Helps SNFs Increase Cybersecurity
On January 22, 2019 by Jodi Boyne
Get equipped to battle the threat of cyber breaches with a new resource from the U.S. Department of Health & Human Resources (HHS) that showcases the five biggest threats and the 10 best practices for aging services providers.
What’s the Top Concern for Health IT Executives in 2019?
On December 31, 2018 by Jodi Boyne
Cybersecurity, telehealth and interoperability are the top three concerns for healthcare IT executives in 2019.
HHS Releases Draft Guidance to Ease Use of EHRs
On December 31, 2018 by Jodi Boyne
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is seeking comments on draft guidance intended to streamline the use of electronic health records (EHRs) and other health information technology (IT). Comments are due Jan. 28.
Telemedicine Growing at Rapid Pace in Minnesota; Different Uses for Metro and Rural Patients
On December 12, 2018 by Jodi Boyne
Telemedicine grew at a rapid pace in Minnesota between 2010 and 2015 with a nearly seven-fold growth in visits jumping from 11,113 in 2010 to 86,238 visits in 2015, according to a new Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) and University of Minnesota School of Public Health study highlighted in Health Affairs.
Now Available: Free Safety Technology Toolkit
On October 31, 2018 by Jodi Boyne
LeadingAge CAST released a new Safety Technologies Toolkit that will help members prevent falls, the leading cause of fatal and non-fatal injuries for older adults.
Taking the Mystery out of Social Media and Digital Marketing for Workforce Development
On September 25, 2018 by Terri Foley
What if you could increase your total number of new hires by 46 percent in one year by strategically using digital media? Mother of Mercy in Albany dedicated time and grant funds to achieve those results—and a 30 percent increase in total applications.
Enter the World of Virtual Reality
On September 18, 2018 by Rick Lazzari
Picture a world where residents can explore locations and experiences around the world as if they were there in person. Imagine what it would like to create experiences for residents that give them a sense of personal freedom, combat loneliness and depression, and create bonds with their fellow tenants who feel their passion for life reignited. This world exists, right now, through Virtual Reality.
RUSH Act Seeks to Improve Opportunities for Telehealth Services
On August 7, 2018 by Jodi Boyne
New bipartisan legislation has been introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives that would allow qualified physician group practices to furnish telehealth services in skilled nursing facilities under the Medicare program.
CAST Updates Medication Management Selection Tool
On July 24, 2018 by Jodi Boyne
LeadingAge CAST has updated its Medication Management Selection Tool with vendor information for 20 products. The tool is designed to help you understand the range, uses and benefits of medication management technologies and to select solutions that best fit your requirements.