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Updated 05\/22\/2024<\/em><\/p>\n

Older adults heading toward retirement age may not be digital natives, but they are digitally savvy and often enthusiastically embrace new technology. For those who have already retired, many of whom may live in retirement communities or senior living facilities, technology is increasingly an essential part of their daily lives.<\/p>\n

According to a recent McKinsey Health Institute study, smartphone use amongst 55- to 64-year-olds is extremely high, as we might expect, but what may surprise many is that those 80 years and older are also enthusiastic, with close to 40% using or wanting to use the technology.1<\/sup><\/p>\n

Though most seniors may not be posting to TikTok, they actively use smartphones and computers. Older adults are also happy about the way technology has made it easier to get the support and help they need to live happier and healthier lives.2<\/sup><\/p>\n

That is why senior living facility amenities that make an active and dynamic retirement lifestyle easier, from innovative building and property management technology<\/a> to smart parcel lockers<\/a> for easy and secure package deliveries, are positive choices senior living community managers can make for their residents.<\/p>\n

Benefits of technology for senior care<\/b><\/h2>\n

Technology can make all the difference in encouraging independent living and significantly improving the quality of senior home care while also offering new ways for seniors to stay active and connected.3<\/sup> Here are some of the ways that new senior living technology solutions can improve the lives and lifestyles of seniors living in retirement communities:<\/p>\n

Resident satisfaction<\/b><\/h3>\n

Technologically savvy senior residents have high expectations about staying connected to friends and family. Seniors will also seek out technology-driven amenities and services that improve their well-being and make their lives easier when considering an assisted living facility or senior care facility.<\/p>\n

Reduce staff burden<\/b><\/h3>\n

Making senior care facility staff work easier translates to a better working environment and better outcomes for the seniors they support. Staff members with the right technology can spend more time in value-driven, resident-facing activities, making their work more efficient and creating a better senior living facility environment for the seniors in their care.<\/p>\n

Increased community connection<\/b><\/h3>\n

Technology is great at keeping us connected. It\u2019s also a critical resource in the battle against resident isolation, enabling those living in an assisted living facility to quickly and easily get information about events, services, and activities in their community.<\/p>\n

Senior living technology to implement in your community<\/b><\/h2>\n

Senior living communities are headed for significant changes in how they are structured and operated, with technology playing a crucial role in the future of apartment living<\/a>. Integrating innovative tech into improved care strategies makes senior living and home care more efficient, practical, and comfortable for both residents and staff.4<\/sup><\/p>\n