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Bridging the Digital Divide: Tomorrow’s GrandCare Aging/Tech Topic

Every Thursday at 2p ET (1p CT), GrandCare Systems hosts an aging & technology industry call.

This Thursday, 8-26-10

TOPIC: Peter Radsliff, CEO of Presto speaks on Bridging the Digital Divide. How social media will change aging in place.

Join us: http://my.dimdim.com/grandcare
Optional Dial In listed on the webinar

8-19-10 Call sponsored by Presto!. Co-sponsored by Home Controls.

Peter is CEO of Presto Services Inc., the leading provider of computerless email solutions to the home health technology market. Previously, he led marketing and product development efforts at CE leaders Seagate and Monster Cable, developing hundreds of new connectivity, power and digital storage products. Peter is board chairman of an elder technologies industry group, teaches a graduate design course at San Francisco State University, and lives with his wife and three kids in California’s Silicon Valley.

CEDIA Expo Tech Sessions to Focus on HDMI, Home Health


http://www.cepro.com/article/cedia_expo_tech_sessions_to_focus_on_hdmi_home_health/
Four free technology discussions in Atlanta will cover HDMI, digital home health, gaming/3D, tablet PCs and communications protocols.

By CE Pro Editors
August 04, 2010
Four panel discussions presented by the Custom Electronic Design & Installation Association (CEDIA) at CEDIA Expo 2010 (Sept. 22-26 at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta) will shed light on some of the most talked-about issues in the electronic systems industry.

Expert-led panels will focus on opportunities in and the future of:
HDMI
Digital home health
Entertainment
Communications
The panel discussions are offered by CEDIA’s Technology Council in conjunction with the new Future Technology Pavilion at CEDIA Expo 2010. The Future Technology Pavilion will showcase cutting-edge technologies that are expected to impact the electronic systems industry in the coming months and years. The panel discussions will give CEDIA EXPO attendees a more in-depth perspective on the technologies and trends represented in the pavilion.

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Digital Home Health: What It Is and How It Affects Us All, 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. Fri., Sept. 24, will cover the closely watched topic of home health care technology. Moderator Laura Mitchell of GrandCare Systems will lead a panel that includes experts from leading companies in the home health and senior care space.
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Utz Baldwin, CEDIA CEO, says, “The discussions will allow industry professionals to get a closer look at the most anticipated technologies and trends in home technology.”

The Assisted Living Model AT HOME – 7/15/10 TOPIC

Greetings Aging & Technology Enthusiast!

Join our weekly INDUSTRY aging & technology networking forum!
where: http://my.dimdim.com/grandcare
(optional dial)
when: Thurs July 15th, 2010 2pm EDT (11am PDT)
Call sponsored by Home Controls, Clear Sounds Communications

TOPIC: Providing a new paradigm in for elders and their families.- providing everything that a high-end CCRC or Assisted Living Community offers, but in the security and comfort of the elder’s own home. By combining the smart use of technology with the high touch of upscale hotels and hospitality groups, set a new standard in senior care.

Speaker Bio: Dr. ten Tusscher was Vice President for the Institute on Aging (IOA) (www.ioaging.org) where she worked in leadership and entrepreneurial activities for 10 years. She directed over 250 staff in clinical, care-management, marketing, and homecare departments, and managed an annual budget of $20M. Tessa is a licensed clinical psychologist who specializes in working with older adults. A seasoned entrepreneur, Tessa was President and CEO of Bay Area Psychological Testing Associates (www.bapta.com), the largest psychological diagnostics company in Northern California.

This call is sponsored by Home Controls. Home Controls is proud to provide distribution and a full dealer support program for GrandCare Systems. You can view this system and many complementary products on their website, at www.homecontrols.com. Co-sponsors: Celery & ClearSounds Communications To sign up as a call sponsor, email: info@grandcare.com

Occupational Therapists, CAPS & LIVEABLE DESIGN, Thurs 2p EDT Aging/Tech Topic

Greetings Aging & Technology Enthusiast!
Please join us Thursday July 1, 2 EDT (11am PDT) for our weekly aging & technology forum!
Topic:“The role of Occupational Therapy with Aging in Place and Environmental Modifications”, Debra Young from Empowerability LLC speaks.

This Thursday’s topic has been sponsored by Home Controls: Home Controls, Inc. provides distribution and dealer support for home automation and independent living technology products and systems.
Announcements have been sponsored by Harper Technology Group with a Question/Answer Session sponsored by The Aging & Technology Alliance (AgeTek.org)

Thursday July 1, 2010
TIME: 2pm EDT (11am PDT)
URL: http://my.dimdim.com/grandcare

Home Controls Launches New Division to Meet Demand for Affordable and Easy-to-use Aging in Place Solutions


Home Controls Launches New Division to Meet Demand for Affordable and Easy-to-use Aging in Place Solutions
Home Controls, Inc., an award-winning company that has offered innovative products and services for the home automation industry since 1989, today announced that it has launched Caregiver Systems (www.caregiversystems.com), a new division committed to providing high quality, fully automated communication and wellness reporting solutions for seniors and those living with disabilities. Caregiver Systems was founded to provide a unique and innovative system that allows seniors to “age in place” while providing peace of mind for their families. Caregiver Systems by Home Controls combines knowledge and expertise in home automation solutions with an affordable, fully installed, interactive and easy-to-use system that provides 24/7 wellness reporting, activities of daily living and communications.

According to a June 2009 report from the AARP Policy Institute, the population 65 or older is projected to grow by 89 percent between 2007 and 2030, more than four times faster than the population overall. This aging population will skyrocket by another 118 percent between the years 2030 and 2050 as Baby Boomers reach 85. There are approximately 44.4 million caregivers in the U.S., who are struggling to care for their aging loved ones because of the astronomical costs of assisted living and full-time nursing care.

“With the huge growth of the senior population, we saw a definite need and market opportunity for an easy-to-use, automated solution that allows people to stay in their own homes with increased peace of mind. Most people don’t realize that affordable home technology that works hand-in-hand with human interaction to delay or avoid the need for assisted living is available,” said Home Controls President Ken Kerr. “We believe our new division offers one of the most innovative and comprehensive solutions available, combining wellness reporting, communication and cognitive tools into a single system. Care facilities also benefit by reducing administrative work and increasing value to residents and their families.”

Leveraging its 20-year history in home automation and the unique technology developed by GrandCare Systems (www.grandcare.com), Caregiver Systems by Home Controls is able to offer its customers the most advanced, feature-packed aging in place technology available today. It combines aspects of home automation, online communications, wellness reporting, activities of daily living alerts and cognitive tools into one easy-to-use, affordable package that pays for itself in the first 30 to 90 days of use. Caregiver Systems’ partners provide installation services and a thorough, personalized orientation on how to use the simple touch screen system.

Caregiver Systems – Complete, Simple, Effective

Caregiver Systems does not require separate systems for seniors and caregivers. The system consists of one touch screen monitor and wireless “wellness sensors” placed throughout the senior’s home. The wellness sensors monitor and collect data on important health indicators, including blood pressure, glucose levels, weight, activity and motion, sending wellness reports directly to a secure Web page accessed by the caregiver or family member.

Caregiver Systems is also a complete communication system. Relatives, friends and caregivers simply go online to send messages, reminders and pictures right to the touch screen. The senior needs no computer experience to receive full benefit from Caregiver Systems.

The Caregiver Systems solution includes:

– A central unit consisting of a sturdy touch screen monitor that connects to any full-time Internet connection

– “Wellness sensors” which are discreetly placed around the residence to report activity and wellness to the system

– One touch access to cognitive games, family pictures, appointment reminders and messages

– Complete system installation and family orientation

– Full monthly support of non-emergency functions, health and activity monitoring/reporting

– Personal Emergency Response System (PERS) for 24/7 EMT monitoring and response (optional)

“The beauty of Caregiver Systems is its simplicity. It provides all of the features you’d expect for a top of the line aging in place solution, yet it’s affordable; paying for itself in about three months,” said Cheryl Kerr, division manager of Caregiver Systems. “We deliberately made the price competitive in order to reach millions of seniors and disabled individuals that want to stay independent in their own homes, and to also help millions of caregivers who are making the ultimate sacrifice for their loved ones.”

Caregiver Systems is available for installation, anywhere in the U.S., now. To receive more information on the affordable aging in place alternative from Caregiver Systems, please call 1-858-693-5545 or go to: www.caregiversystems.com.

About Caregiver Systems

Caregiver Systems, a division of Home Controls Inc., offers an affordable, fully installed, easy-to-use wireless communication, activity and wellness reporting system that enables seniors to age in place with increased safety, security and dignity while providing caregivers and family members with peace of mind. Care facilities also benefit by using this solution to enhance their services, improve communication and increase patient interaction.

For more information on how you or your loved one can age in place safely and securely please call 1-858-693-5545 or go to www.caregiversystems.com.

Author Information

Lori Scribner
Caregiver Systems by Home Controls

This Thursday 6-17-10 Elder Abuse – why you NEED to know about this

Greetings Aging & Technology Enthusiast!
Please join us TODAY at 2pm EDT (11am PDT) for our weekly aging & technology forum! Today’s Call has been brought to you by FineThanx: FineThanx is a convenient automated service that places a once or twice daily call to a special someone living independently. (www.finethanx.com) Today’s Announcements have been sponsored by ClearSounds Communications with a Question/Answer Session sponsored by Presto Services.

Why we can’t just sit back and not KNOW about this….

“Elder Abuse, How Can I Help?”

Dale Carter, founder and owner of Transition Aging Parents, will describe why each of us needs to be informed about Elder Abuse. It can happen to any older individual in any socio-economic class and includes more than just physical and financial abuse. Learn about the warning signs and what to do if you suspect someone is being abused

Dale Carter is an eldercare advocate, author and speaker. Her site, Transition Aging Parents, serves as an information clearinghouse in which she brings relevant news to adult children of aging parents with the voice of a loving, caring daughter. Her E-course, “5 Essential Strategies to Help Your Aging Parent Face Change”, guides adult children to more effective communication with their aging parents and families. Dale’s BlogTalkRadio show features authors and experts who share their expertise and passion in helping the elderly and their caregivers. And, her book, “Transitioning Your Aging Parent: A 5 Step Guide Through Crisis & Change, with its new ADAPT framework, has just been published..

http://www.transitionagingparents.com/

Also here are the 2 links from the presentation that Dale would like to share as well.
National Center on Elder Abuse http://www.ncea.aoa.gov/
Elder Justice Now Coalition’s video/survivor stories http://elderjusticenow.org/videos/

WHEN: Thursday June 17, 2010
TIME: 2pm EDT (11am PDT)
URL: http://my.dimdim.com/grandcare

Today! June 10th, 2010 Age/Tech Call Topic: SELLING CULTURE in the aging market

Greetings Aging & Technology Enthusiast!
Please join us TODAY at 2pm EDT (11am PDT) for our weekly aging & technology forum! Today’s Call has been brought to you by Home Controls: Home Controls, Inc. provides distribution and dealer support for home automation and independent living technology products and systems. Today’s Announcements has been sponsored by Presto! with a Question/Answer Session sponsored by The Aging & Technology Alliance: AgeTek

It’s a roundtable discussion – The Selling Culture in the Aging Industry
The selling culture and process is somewhat different in the aging population and requires a different approach.

Thursday June 10, 2010
TIME: 2pm EDT (11am PDT)
URL: http://my.dimdim.com/grandcare

3-11-10 AgeTech Call Topic: Remote Monitoring for Caregiving, Card Access speaks

Join us tomorrow (3-11-10) at 2pm EST/1pm CST for our weekly industry AGETECH webinar/conference call!

1. ANNOUNCEMENTS:
A.INTRODUCING the NEW AgeTek Alliance (A consortium formed in the spirit of co-ompetition. Working together to achieve the same goals) Peter Radsliffe, Chairman of AgeTek will tell you how you can join this EFFORT!
B. ASA & What’s NEXT BOOMER SUMMIT
C. EHX – there’s still time to sign up!!! JOIN US
D. LSN (CHICAGO)

2. WEBINAR Topic: Remote Monitoring for Care Giving. What is it? Why should we care?
Kent Hansen, President and CEO for Card Access, Inc will talk about Remote Monitoring for Care Giving. What is it? Why should we care? And, how their new product, CloseBy Network has been developed to keep people aging in place.

when: Thurs Mar 11, 2010, 2pm EST/1pm CST
where: http://my.dimdim.com/grandcare
optional dial in: listed at the top of the webinar!

These aging & technology conference calls are open to anyone and everyone in the aging and technology industry and are meant to educate, learn from each other and network!

Remember, The Aging Tsunami Will Float All Boats!!! Let’s work together

Thanks!

Laura Mitchell
Your Host
Director of Business Relations
GrandCare Systems
www.grandcare.com
262-338-6147

GrandCare combines 4 smart technologies (social networking, ADL monitoring, telewellness & cognitive prompts) into one easy-to-use SYSTEM for individuals who want to AGE RESPONSIBLY at home. ZERO computer know-how necessary!!

Attention GC Dealers – Next Quarterly GC MTG Scheduled March 9th, 4pET/3pCT

Mark your calendars! Next GrandCare Auth Dealer Meeting will Tuesday March 9th at 4p EST/3p CST/2p MST/1p PST.

The web meeting will last approximately an hour and a half (will be recorded) and we will be discussing a range of topics from our newest Trillipad (multi-resident mobile tablet) to the multi-resident wellness kiosk. We will tour you through the latest software enhancements and updates! More company updates, welcome all of the newest GrandCare dealers! New sales models and more!

This meeting is ONLY open to active authorized GrandCare dealers!

Please contact info@grandcare.com for more information on how you can join the GrandCare Vision Team!

GET INTO THE DIGITAL HOME HEALTH MARKET become a GrandCare dealer!!!

GET INTO THE DIGITAL HOME HEALTH MARKET

New Revenue Opportunities For Integrators
With GrandCare Systems

Target A New Market, Expand Your Client Base, Leverage Your Existing Customer List, Install More Products And Increase Revenues!

GrandCare is an IP based wireless assistance system for seniors, their families and care partners. It combines aspects of home automation, online communications and healthcare in one package. GrandCare Program benefits include:

New Market: Tap into a market of 44 million family caregivers, and growing!

Easy Return On Investment (ROI): Once you are a GrandCare Authorized Dealer, you are able to purchase a standard system at the wholesale price and sell it retail. Every installation gives you an immediate gross profit with a terrific value proposition for your clients!

Recurring Revenue: Dealers receive residuals from the GrandCare monthly service fees.

Dealer Training: A full day of system installation, marketing and sales training at the Home Controls training facility. Plus, unlimited number of people from your company may attend an unlimited number of times.
For more information or to Sign Up As An Authorized GrandCare Dealer,
call 800-266-8765 x133 or email Brian@HomeControls.com

GrandCare Creates A Care Triangle
Between Seniors, Families And Caregivers

FOR THE SENIOR: GrandCare consists of a central touchscreen unit placed in the resident’s home. The system provides access to news, weather, pictures, email, reminders and more on the touchscreen monitor. The resident can also play games, search the Internet, listen to music and other interactive activities. No interaction by the senior is required.

FOR THE FAMILY: Family members can stay in contact with their loved-one through GC-Manage, a web-based system supported by any Internet browser. They can send messages and photos to the GrandCare unit, review the safety and wellness of their loved-one, and communicate with the caregivers.

FOR THE CAREGIVER: The GrandCare unit communicates with a wide range of wireless devices to monitor activities of daily living and wellness. Caregivers can access the system using GC-Manage to assess the wellness and safety of the resident. GrandCare can also send an email, text message or phone call if something is amiss or an alert occurs.

FOR THE DEALER: GrandCare is not a one-time project, but establishes a long-term relationship with the senior, family and caregivers. Dealers benefit from design services, product sales, installations, residuals from the monthly service fee and future expansions of the GrandCare system as a family’s needs change.

For more information or to Sign Up As An Authorized GrandCare Dealer,
call 800-266-8765 x133 or email Brian@HomeControls.com