Tracking wellness has never been easier in the age of Apple watches, FitBits, the Oura Ring and more. When it comes to seniors, tracking wellness factors such as length and quality of sleep, exercise, stress levels, and the added ability to provide alerts is even more crucial—especially when it comes to peace of mind for themselves, and loved ones, in times of emergency.
The Benefits of a Wearable Device for Seniors
Wearing a wellness tracker of some kind is an excellent way of boosting motivation to get those steps in, complete the day’s exercise, and work on a healthy sleep routine. There’s something about game-ifying health that appears to work.
With the added bonus some devices carry such as built-in heart rate monitors, sleep trackers, fall detection, emergency calling, and even medication reminders; wearable technology is a smart choice for those looking to protect themselves, or a senior loved one. It’s also one of the quickest, easiest ways for seniors to “call for help”. Often the simple push of a single button. Nothing compares to peace of mind knowing that help is a click away.
3 Wearable Device and Smart Sensor Options
The Apple Watch
With an ECG app and advanced fall detection in addition to fitness tracking and emergency calling capabilities, the Apple Watch is a popular choice for seniors. Capable of generating an ECG similar to a single-lead electrocardiogram and a heart rate app that alerts in case of irregular rhythm or when it’s too high or too low, the Apple Watch’s advanced technology is the ultimate in wearable devices for seniors.
Lifeline Medical Alert System
“Seniors can feel safer and more relaxed knowing they can pursue their independent, active lifestyles and remain in their own homes, confident that assistance is always available if they need it.” –Lifeline.ca offers consistent reliability. Waterproof and easy-to-use, Lifeline provides a quick call for help when it’s needed, fall detection, and a medication monitoring option.
Garmin Vivosmart 3
Monitor stress levels, heart rate, and track fitness. But what we like best is the built-in guided breathing exercises; all part of Garmin Vivosmart 3’s sleek design. Waterproof and with a battery life of up to five days, the Vivosmart 3 can also link with text message and social media to streamline what’s on your wrist.
Technology Tips at Home
Wearable devices and smart sensors are tools to guide and assist; to provide valuable information that can help in a healthy, happy life.
We recognize that not every situation and device is a foolproof defence against an accident or emergency, or the #1 way to life healthfully. Wearable devices and smart sensors require an understanding of the technology in use to be helpful, and we recommend fully educating yourself or guiding your senior loved one through the set-up process and practices. Technology companies often have wonderful help desks available to you if needed.
How Verve Senior Living Tracks Wellness and Provides Alerts
We provide each of our residents with an electronic pendant that that allows our residents to notify our trained team members if assistance is required. We also conduct daily “Good Morning” check-ins via our electronic pendant system, with a personal follow-up by one of our professional team members.
Learn more about how Verve Senior Living prioritizes the safety and security of our residents because their—and yours—peace of mind is paramount to us.
