tomorrow’s call topic: Topic: “GPS Shoes – ‘Nana’ Technology for Individuals with Alzheimer’s and Related Dementia”

Topic: “GPS Shoes – ‘Nana’ Technology for Individuals with Alzheimer’s and Related Dementia”
by Andy Carle & Patrick Bertagna

Time: THURSDAY JULY 9, 2009
2pm EDT/1pm CDT/12n MDT/11am PDT

Dial In#: 269-320-8200 Access Code: 968410# Optional Web-based Portion (for visual aides & chat features) http://webmeeting.dimdim.com/portal/JoinForm.action?confKey=grandcare

TOMORROW’S AGENDA:

I. HOUSEKEEPING/ANNOUNCEMENTS
– – Upcoming Conference Call Topics/Speakers
7-16-09 Brain Fitness (My Vigorous Mind)
7-23-09 Medication Adherence (MedSignals)
7-30-09 OPEN (contact laura@grandcare.com) for
details)
8-6-09 Resources for Alzheimers/Dementia (Rosemary Bakker)

Now Seeking Speakers for August. Contact Laura Mitchell for details.

II. INTRODUCTIONS

III: ROUND TABLE Nothing is “off the table”
This Week’s HOT Topics
A. Tech Share (What’s new? Share your stories
here)
B. Upcoming Shows (Connected Health Symp, CEDIA, EHX, etc.) C. Interest in Paid Educational Webinars?

IV: CALL TOPIC:
As recently featured on CNN.com (see link below), review an exciting new technology that will incorporate miniaturized GPS technology and 2-way tracking and “Geo-Fencing” capabilities in shoes to be worn by individuals afflicted with Alzheimer’s and related dementia.
http://www.cnn.com/2009/HEALTH/06/10/gps.shoes/index.html

Andrew Carle is President of Carle Consulting, LLC and Director of the Program in Assisted Living/Senior Housing Administration at George Mason University. He is internationally known for coining the term “Nana” Technology to describe microchip based technologies capable of improving quality of life for seniors, and serves as an advisor to GTX Corporation, which has developed the GPS shoe and tracking technology. Additional information on Mr. Carle can be found at:
http://chhs.gmu.edu/faculty-and-staff/directory/carle

Patrick Bertagna is Chairman, President, CEO and founder of Global Trek Xploration (GTX) and co-inventor of the patented GPS Footwear technology. His career spans 27+ years in building companies in both technology and consumer branded products. Additional information on Mr. Bertagna and GTX can be found at their website at:
www.gtxcorp.com

V: WRAP-UP
A. Questions
B. What it takes to become a partner to the GC Vision Team. Receive reduced rates & residuals.
Contact dealers(at)grandcare.com

This weekly conference call is hosted by GrandCare Systems. GrandCare is a complete communication, cognition and wellness technology allowing individuals to remain independent, safe & healthy at home.

Hope to catch you on the call tomorrow!

Technology to “AGE RESPONSIBLY”. Smart People use Smart Technology!

Technology can enhance the way we live today. We use technology in almost everything we do. If you drove to work today, you already used a computer (car). If you checked your messages, sent emails, typed in information, are reading this, etc…you are using computers to complete every day tasks.

Tonight when you go home to watch a show on DVR (computer) or listen to your IPOD, think about why we enjoy all of these technologies, yet shy away when these same technologies can be used to enhance a loved one’s life, keep him/her independent, living at home and happy!

GrandCare Systems is just one example of an enabling technology solution. GrandCare is a communication, cognition and monitoring technology designed to keep individuals safe, happy, healthy and connected to family, while staying at home!

GrandCare utilizes a variety of wireless telewellness, activity and cognition sensors to let the care-partners know that all is well. If not, they can easily receive a phone call, email or text alert. Care-partners can also digitally send pictures, messages, emails, med reminders, calendar events, family videos, favorite music, trivia, weather reports and more to a dedicated communication portal. We call this feature the Communication Station.

We would never consider driving anywhere with children in the car (without a car seat). We don’t expect to get into an accident, but we’re certainly going to be prepared. Why wouldn’t we be prepared for ourselves and our parents? It’s time we “age responsibly” and take care of ourselves and our loved ones.

Tomorrow Aging & Technology Conference Call: Livable Design

Hello Aging & Technology Enthusiasts!
TOMORROW’S AGING & TECHNOLOGY CONFERENCE CALL

Topic: Livable Design – Eskaton Demo Home’s Ashley Duke

Time: THURSDAY JULY 2, 2009
2pm EDT/1pm CDT/12n MDT/11am PDT

Dial In#: 269-320-8200 Access Code: 968410#

Optional Web-based Portion (for additional materials, visual aides & chat features) http://webmeeting.dimdim.com/portal/JoinForm.action?confKey=grandcare

TOMORROW’S AGENDA:

I. HOUSEKEEPING/ANNOUNCEMENTS
– Next Webinar Wednesday July 8th at 12pm EDT/11am CDT
– Upcoming Conference Call Topics/Speakers
7-8-09: Andy Carle (GMU) – GPS enabled shoes
7-16-09 Yuval (My Vigorous Mind) – Brain Fitness
II. INTRODUCTIONS
III: ROUND TABLE Nothing is “off the table”
This Week’s HOT Topics
A. Upcoming Events (connected health, etc.)
B. EHX Home HealthCare Pavilion – masters & attendees
C. CEDIA
D. New Technologies (what’s new?)
IV: CALL TOPIC: Livable Design & the Eskaton Nat’l Demo Home
Ashley is a Gerontologist working for Eskaton, a senior residents and service company in Northern California. Her primary passion has always been empowering older adults to live where they choose. Most recently she is a Demonstration Home Educator for the Eskaton National Demonstration Home, and a Planning Associate for the Research and Strategic Planning department.
Visit demohome.org for more information on Eskaton Demo Home or call: 916.334.0810 and set up your free tour today!

V: WRAP-UP
A. Questions
B. What it takes to become a partner to the GC Vision Team. Receive reduced rates & residuals. Contact dealers(at)grandcare.com

This weekly conference call is hosted by GrandCare Systems. GrandCare is a complete communication, cognition and wellness technology allowing individuals to remain independent, safe & healthy at home.

Hope to catch you on the call tomorrow!

Laura Mitchell
GrandCare Systems
www.grandcare.com