On May 20, 2026, the U.S. Senate Special Committee on Aging convened a hearing on fall prevention and senior safety. Here is what it signals for connected health, and how community programs, clinical care, and technology work together to preserve independence for older adults.
The start of a new year often brings reflection, goal setting, and a renewed focus on health and well-being. But for many older adults, this time can also heighten feelings of loneliness and isolation. A recent AARP survey found that about 4 in 10 adults age 45 and older now report feeling lonely, up from […]
Emergency department (ED) visits are among the most expensive touchpoints in the healthcare system. A significant share of these costs come from visits that often could have been prevented. According to data from United Healthcare, there are 18 million avoidable ED visits each year, adding $32 billion in costs to the healthcare system. Research from […]
Discover why PERS are the first line of support for aging in place, reducing hospitalizations by 31% and delivering 3:1 ROI.
Stephanie Garrigan, MSW, MBA In case management, regular reassessments ensure that each person’s care plan still fits their changing needs, goals, and setting. Done well; reassessments let care teams spot risks early, adjust support, prevent hospitalizations and strengthen trust between the individual and their care team. The following are some essential questions and considerations to […]
Rosemary Kennedy, PHD, RN, MBA, FAAN Dan Henderson, MD, MPH Falls are a leading cause of injury and hospitalization among older adults. Individuals living with diabetes have a substantially higher risk. Complications from diabetes, such as neuropathy, retinopathy, and nephropathy, lead to gait instability and increase the likelihood of falls. Several established risk factors for […]
Bridging the Digital Divide: Rethinking Technology Access for Rural and Underserved Seniors In recent years, the healthcare industry has made significant strides in adopting technology to support aging populations from remote monitoring tools to telehealth platforms and AI-powered analytics. Yet, for many older adults living in rural or underserved communities, these advancements don’t always translate […]
Caregivers are the heart of our nation’s long-term care system. They provide essential support for individuals who cannot care for themselves due to age, illness or disability. From assisting with basic needs to offering emotional support, the care they provide is invaluable and impacts millions of lives across the country. Caregivers come in many forms—like the […]
Discover how Connect America’s PERS go beyond buttons to generate an estimated cost savings of $236 million and an annual ROI of approximately 3.3:1.