Rethinking Aging Club Podcast

This episode featured three AgeTech Collaborative from AARP Portfolio Companies. Our theme was Wellness.

Sathya Elumalai from Aidar Health discussed MouthLab, a non-invasive health assessment device measuring 10 parameters in 30 seconds, aimed at long-term care facilities. 

Devon Lodge from Wesper presented their clinical-grade at-home sleep testing system, which provides detailed sleep reports and customized treatment plans. 

Camilo Barcenas from GOES Health introduced their freemium app, which offers offline medical protocols and weather risk assessments for outdoor activities, emphasizing self-reliance in health. 

The speakers highlighted the importance of proactive healthcare. 

Recorded on M...

This was our 11th CES 2025 Highlights show.  

Brian Yang from Ceragem International explained their home health care platform, which includes massage bed and chair personalized wellness devices, available at Costco and through their 11 wellness centers, with plans to expand to 200. Ceragem won six product innovation awards at CES 2025.

Veronica Woodruff from Travelsist introduced a platform providing on-demand human assistance for travelers with disabilities, seniors, and families currently available in Atlanta and expanding to 12-15 airports. 

Lewis Hornby from Jelly Drops presented his sugar-free, vitamin-boosted hydration treats for dementia patients, available through their website an...

This was our tenth CES 2025 highlights show. This time we focused on brain health with two great speakers.

Amir Bozorgzadeh introduced Enhanced VR, a cognitive training app that uses VR to improve attention and concentration, and Cogniclear VR, a cognitive screening tool. Enhanced VR has shown therapeutic benefits in ADHD, mild cognitive impairment, and emotional regulation. 

Monique Andrews, Doctor Natural Medicine and Neuroscientist presented cōpe, a subscription-based app that integrates biometric data to provide personalized resilience training. cōpe offers live coaching calls and dynamic practices based on users' physiological data, aiming to boost res...

We honored World Parkinson’s Day (April 22, 2025) and Parkinson’s Awareness Month with this episode focused on Parkinson’s Advocacy and Speech Therapy. We also got an update on the Whispp app which provides AI Assistive Voice Technology but is not specifically intended for Parkinson's patients.

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The Speak Out!® Therapy Program, developed by Parkinson Voice Project
(PVP), helps people with Parkinson’s and relat...

Our ninth CES 2025 Highlights show celebrated the National Month of Nutrition with special attention to Diabetes.

Jonathan Fitch introduced GlucoSense, a digital health app integrating CGMs, Apple Health, Peloton and more than 8 other devices to simplify diabetes management into a single glucose score, aiming to improve patient compliance. This free app can also analyze food photos. Inspired by Diabetes Type 1.

Ranjan Sinha discussed Digbi Health's precision biology approach, using genetic and microbiome tests to personalize nutrition and improve health outcomes particularly for diabetes type 2 and obesity. It is covered by several types of insurance.
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Our eighth CES 2025 Highlights show. This time we featured AgeTech Atlanta with its co-Founder Jeff Gray and two exhibitors from the AgeTech Pavilion in the Venetian at CES.

Our discussions began with an overview of AgeTech Atlanta from Jeff followed with a discussion about AgeTech ventures that don’t make it. Jeff had several very useful things to say about that.

“Early stage founders in our space tend to be story led ventures with lots of passion and maybe not enough research into the problem to be able to make a go.”

‘Deep, deep, de...

This was our Seventh CES 2025 Highlights show. We honored the National Month of Nutrition, National RDN Day and International Women’s Day.

Linda met both Carolyn and Noosheen at their excellent CES Nutrition panel. 

Carolyn O’Neil RDN provided an introduction to the topic of nutrition. She stressed the need for variety, moderation, and balance in diet. She addressed special nutrition concerns as we age. Carolyn is a nutrition commentator for CNN, Forbes and others.

Noosheen Hashemi introduced January AI's Digital Health glucose prediction app, which has a 54-million-item food database. The app, avail...

Our sixth CES 2025 Highlights show, we focused on Femtech in honor of International Women's Day.

Sam introduced Embr Wave, a stylish wristband wearable providing both heating and cooling to manage hot flashes and stress with 200,000 customers reached. The Embr Wave retails for $299 or via a $20/month rental option. AI to predict hot flashes is in development.  

Laura described the Perry app, a platform supporting 60,000 women through perimenopause, with plans to educate healthcare providers. 

Lena introduced Eli Health's Hormometer currently in beta launching next few months. They will have a subscription service starting at $64/mo...

This was our fifth CES 2025 Highlights show. Steve Ewell, CTA Foundation Executive Director spoke about Costin’s CTA Foundation 2025 Innovation Challenge win.  Austin Isburgh from Kami Vision introduced their fall detection AI technology, which uses cameras to detect falls and prevent them. The B2C product costs $100 for the camera and $45/month for the subscription, covering up to four cameras. Costin Tuculescu from ONSCREEN discussed their TV-based senior care platform and new Joy tablet app, which simplifies communication and health routines for older adults. 

Jared Bendis shared his CES 2025 Rethinking Aging Highlights:

Magic Shields flooring to r...

Our fourth CES 2025 Highlights featured three great speakers. 

Tim Balz from Kalagon introduced smart seating technology to prevent pressure sores, clinically proven to reduce pain and fatigue, and fully reimbursable under Medicare. 

Rajeev  Ramanath from Blueberry Technology presented BBGo, an autonomous wheelchair initially for airports, achieving 98% satisfaction and reducing personnel-to-vehicle ratios. 

Tomek Stomski from Vasco Electronics showcased their translation devices, including earbuds for natural conversation, available in 25 countries, with a focus on healthcare and travel. 

Recorded on February 20, 2025, this episode is part of our CES Highlights Series. Speakers are listed in their...

Our CES 2025 highlights shows continued with this third episode featuring caregiver-friendly products for aging adults. 

Ted Fischer from Ageless Innovation discussed their Joy for All brand, which includes robotic pets and games designed to combat loneliness and isolation. They introduced a new game for CES 2025 - Yahtzee Slots.  

Lisa Lavin from Ōmcare introduced their Home Health Hub, a device that integrates medication dispensing with video calls to enhance caregiver efficiency and patient adherence. 

Jacob (Jake) Loader from Threshold Care presented the Motion Wi-Fi Sensing Plugs, which use Wi-Fi signal disruptions to monitor activity with...

This episode continued our CES 2025 Highlights with part 2.

Kota Ageiwa of Thinkie Inc. discussed the development and testing of their Android / iOS app, which, with a brain activity sensor, uses neurofeedback to improve cognitive function.

Bryce Folsom of eLife Health introduced a system that integrates health information into driver's licenses for faster emergency response, emphasizing the importance of paramedic accessibility.

Allyson Schreier and Bill Uniowski of Zinnia TV shared their app designed for dementia patients, which reduces anxiety and agitation, and has been tested to reduce antipsychotic medication use. Zinnia TV videos aim...

Our first CES 2025 Highlights show featured three Vision Tech expert speakers.

Cornel introduced .lumen, a self-driving headset for the visually impaired, which uses haptics and audio feedback, aiming for a cost of about $10,000. .lumen was part of the Nvidia Inception program in 2021.

Roland discussed eSight, a $4,950 device for central vision loss, fully reimbursed by Veteran Affairs. And described the robust eSight user community.

Bryan highlighted Lighthouse Guild's services, including medical, rehabilitation, and technology resources, emphasizing the importance of community and advocacy for the visually impaired.

Our discussion also covered the prevalence...

Both speakers agreed on the significance of personalized nutrition and the role of fresh, nutrient-dense foods in maintaining health and managing chronic conditions.

Mischulaikah explained micro and macro nutrients and how the OrthoFoodie app works. She brought up inflammation and there was a general discussion on foods that are good and bad for inflammation including turmeric.

Cris Carter emphasized the importance of nutrient-rich foods in senior living, including a hydration program and anti-inflammatory diets. He explained how their “Oh So Good” and other programs including “Puree with Purpose” promote healthier and visually appealing food options for “Din...

This is a meaty discussion with actionable tips from excellent speakers. To learn the details please listen to the podcast. We discussed:
The need for a consultative approach in selling agetech products and the importance of creating an aging in place marketplace.
The importance of combining traditional marketing methods with digital strategies.
Segmenting the aging market and understanding the diverse needs and behaviors
of different age groups.

Recorded on December 12, 2024, this episode is part of our Marketing Series. Speakers are listed in their order of appearance.

Sally Lange,  Founder & Principal, Slang C...

Linda Sherman kicked off this Smart Home episode and asked Mary Furlong to make some introductory comments.

David Eby introduced Cooktop Safety, a predictive and preventive technology for kitchen fires, emphasizing its low cost and scalability. Francisco Lasta discussed inclusive design in public architecture, highlighting the importance of technology in supporting diverse needs. Cameron Carter presented Rosarium Health, a platform for home modifications and services, particularly for older adults and those with disabilities, partnering with managed Medicaid plans. Mary Furlong concluded by detailing the upcoming Longevity Innovation Summit in Washington, DC, emphasizing its focus on caregiving, policy...

Don’t miss this special episode with Eloy van Hal co-founder of The Hogeweyk and Mary Pitsch co-founder of Livasu Village. Do you want to visit The Hogeweyk? Learn more about what that entails.  Important facility planning considerations especially for countries that traditionally lock in dementia patients.

Eloy shared the development of The Hogeweyk, a dementia village in the Netherlands, emphasizing normal daily life, and community integration. Mary detailed the plan for Livasu Village in Wisconsin, highlighting home ownership, intergenerational living, and community engagement. They discussed the importance of a holistic approach and family involvement. Both projects aim...

In this episode, we continued to explore caregiver friendly products and services in recognition of November as the month for both National Family Caregivers and Alzheimer’s Awareness.

Recorded on November 14, 2024, this show featured (in order of appearance):

Natalie Elliott Handy, CEO, CareForward and Heroes Caring for Heroes on PBS and Confessions of a Reluctant Caregiver Podcast
Caregiver Resources

Steven East, CEO, CaringOnDemand

Ellen Belk, BC-DEd, CDP, Founding Owner, Keep In Mind, Inc.
Complimentary Keep in Mind Downloads (Caregiver Credo, Emergency Quick Tips, Holistic Dementia Solutions)

BoomerTechTalk.co...

In this episode, we explore caregiver friendly products in recognition of November as the month for both National Family Caregivers and Alzheimer’s Awareness. Speakers highlight a broad range of tools for easing caregiver stress, improving planning tools, patient care, and ensuring better quality of life for both caregivers and receivers.

Recorded October 31, 2024, this show featured (in order of appearance):

Deborah Harlow, Founder, The Joyful Leader and Joint Creator of the “Women Who Care” Planning and Self-Care Challenges for Caregivers, shared WWC’s new, complimentary “Easy Planning Challenge for Caregivers,” which is especially designed for busy caregiv...

Bone and Joint Health National Action Week is October 12-18. World Osteoporosis Day is October 20. Experts joined us to talk about Bone Health, Osteoporosis, the Osteoboost product and Wellen.
Note we discussed calcium supplementation precautions on our News for the Ages by Rethinking Aging Club show on October 15, 2024 with Dr. Zalan Alam.

Recorded on 10-17-24, this episode is part of our Fitness and Wellness series.
Speakers are listed in their order of appearance.

Ellen Khalifa, Peer Educator for the Bone Health and Osteoporosis Foundation (BHOF) and has been trained by her county...

Highlighting the importance of addressing auditory health across all age groups including aging populations, and its significant impacts on quality of life. Awareness and routine hearing checks are essential to address this universal issue effectively.

Recorded on October 10, 2024, this episode is part of the Fitness and Wellness Series. Speakers are listed in order of appearance.

Dr. Charlotte Yeh, Founder, Yeh Innovations pointed out that over two-thirds of individuals aged 75+ experience significant hearing loss and stressed the importance of addressing the "silent epidemic" of auditory health to improve life quality.

Kerri Conn Haresign, Senior...

Debbie Howard kicked off this episode by pointing out the benefits of embracing aging workforce members in terms of both corporate profitability and productivity, as well as in terms of employee engagement.
 
Sally Pace commented about the demographic imperative within the context of our aging population and the advantages of multi- and inter-generational collaboration within companies.
 
Stephanie Koch explained how her company addresses a wide variety of employee benefits and needs with a “white glove” approach that is highly individualized and accessible.
 
Madhavi Vemireddy showed how their support platform for companies incorporates population health...

Our theme was fitness, wellness, and self-care, highlighting the importance of maintaining strength and balance, especially during Healthy Aging Month. Eric Levitan discussed Vivo's online, interactive strength training classes, emphasizing their affordability ($12 - $20 per class) and the benefits of social engagement. Dr. Krystal Culler from the Virtual Brain Health Center stressed the importance of brain health, sharing her work on brain health education and resources. Andrea Trank, an integrative health coach, introduced HeartMath techniques for nervous system regulation. The discussion also touched on the challenges faced by caregivers and the importance of self-care for their well-being.

Recorded...

In this special Falls Prevention show, we had two featured speakers and five pre-scheduled expert commenters on stage.

September is Falls Prevention Awareness Month.
The National Council on Aging led 17th annual Falls Prevention Awareness Week was September 18-24, 2024

GaitBetter, a medical device, transforms treadmills into smart gait training systems, improving balance and cognitive functions. At the time of this podcast recording, it had 130 installations in the U.S., with 15,000 users and 22 peer-reviewed publications.

Accelera, a wearable device, uses stochastic resonance to enhance proprioception, boosting balance and mobility. It costs $495 for an...

In this engaging discussion, we heard about three innovative AI-driven products and one high touch analog  service - each of which contributes to wellness in its own way.

Recorded on August 29, 2024, this episode is part of both the Fitness and Wellness and Project Updates Series. Speakers are listed in order of appearance.

David Bosnak, Founder and CEO, Attune Media Labs, PBC - Empathic AI mental health support companions, MiM

Raphael Rubens, Founder, MemoMate

Andy Liwen, CTO and Principal Investigator, 1 True Health

Reiko Lewis, Founder, Ventus Senior Concierge Service

This episode focused on alternative housing solutions for aging populations. Maureen Longoria from LivNow Relocation discussed her company's stress-free moving services for older adults, emphasizing the importance of empathy and expertise. Mary Pitsch from Dementia Innovations highlighted the development of a dementia village in Sheboygan, Wisconsin, designed to allow residents to live as usual with positive risk acceptance. Carol Chiang shared insights on aging in place, advocating for early home modifications. Benjamin Surmi from Koelsch Communities discussed innovative living models like the Park University Village in Vancouver, Washington. 

Recorded on August 22, 2024, this episode is part of the L...

We continued with our recognition of August as National Wellness Month, hearing the fascinating story of Amy Li and her Dance4Healing. We also heard a bit more  from our co-hosts Debbie Howad and Linda Sherman, passionate advocates for leveraging creativity and thoughtful design to improve health and wellness outcomes.

Amy shared insights on using arts for health improvement. Inspired by personal recovery from Stage IV cancer, Amy focused on cancer support programs, launching her first at Stanford. Her literature review highlighted creative arts’ profound effects on quality of life.

Amy’s program also targets diabe...

Continuing with our recognition of August as National Wellness Month, our guests shared their observations on taking small actionable steps for behavioral change, as well as on being experimental (and brave!) in exploring the options that will best work for YOUR needs.

Recorded on August 8, 2024, this episode is part of the Fitness and Wellness Series. Speakers are listed in order of appearance.

Ellen Khalifa, Habits Coach for Healthspan & Wellspan, highlighted that while aging and wellness are interconnected, the focus should shift from “what and why” to “how.” Small, incremental changes have been proven to create signific...

Kicking off August as National Wellness Month, our guests offered valuable insights and practical advice for caregiver wellness, providing actionable steps for caregivers to enhance their mental and physical health.

Recorded on August 1, 2024, this episode is part of the Fitness and Wellness Series. Speakers are listed in order of appearance.

Sherry Snelling, CEO of the Caregiving Club, shared her expertise on caregiver health and well-being, emphasizing the importance of incorporating wellness into daily routines. Her book Me Time Monday introduces seven elements of wellness and a simple method to reset for the week in just...

In this episode, we learned about the importance of planning for all aspects of caregiving as part of ensuring your own self-care needs as a caregiver (or caregiver to be), Ayurvedic nutrition and lifestyle practice as a proven tool for self-care, and dementia-friendly cruise travel as a respite option that benefits both caregivers and care receivers.

Recorded on July 25, 2024, this episode is part of the Fitness and Wellness Series. Speakers are listed in their order of appearance.

Deborah Harlow, Founder, The Joyful Leader

Kathy Shoaf, Founder, CEO and Franchise Owner, Elite Cruises and...

In this episode, we heard about a new light-weight mobility option that makes it effortless for caregivers to push their care receivers without injury (even uphill!), along with a variety of physical therapist recommended innovations, and a new AI-generated caregiver support assistant.

Recorded on July 18, 2024. This episode is part of the Caregiver Friendly Products Series. Speakers are listed in order of appearance.

David Carson, CEO, CareGlider

Christina Hardin-Weiss, Co-Founder, Adaptive Equipment Corner

Corlette Deveaux, CEO and Co-Founder, Remember2

Debbie Howard's summary of this show.

We were unable...

The conversation centered around the development and importance of caregiver-friendly products for individuals with dementia, as well as cutting-edge products and services designed to support aging individuals in their homes.

Speakers discussed the potential of AI-driven solutions to simplify and improve caregiving for aging adult caregiving, and the potential of mobile technology to enhance caregiver insights. They emphasized the need for support systems, real-time data analysis, and AI-driven notifications to help caregivers identify changes in behavior that could indicate safety and wellness concerns.

It was noted that Geri-Gadgets for dementia care receivers makes a great...

This Project Updates 6-27-24 episode centered around the importance of collaboration in advancing aging innovation, with a focus on accessible and user-friendly technology, inclusive language, and catering to the needs and preferences of the aging population. Speakers also discussed the potential of reminiscence therapy and personalized games to improve the quality of life for individuals with dementia, highlighting the importance of engaging dementia patients and caregivers through interactive and enjoyable activities. Overall, the conversation emphasized the need for a multidisciplinary approach to addressing aging-related issues and the potential of innovative solutions to improve the lives of older adults.<...

In this episode, we discussed dementia and brain health as important aspects of aging and health. We heard from DementiaDarling Carrie Aalberts, an advocate in the dementia landscape, which addresses the needs of 1 in 3 older adults (somewhere between seven and 11 million).

Gabriela Pelin of VoiceLove shared about their “voice communications enabler” for dementia patients in ICU, now in pilot programs at both Vanderbilt and Texas A&M Longevity Center.

We also heard from Margo Merrick of LOOP Village, an online content engagement platform handling 120 events per month.

Margot was excited to be collaborating with...

Our conversation emphasized the physical, mental, and social benefits of regular exercise for adults over 50, including improved circulation, increased strength and confidence, and reduced fear and shame associated with starting an exercise program.

Recorded on May 30, 2024, this episode is part of the Fitness and Wellness Series. Speakers are listed in their order of appearance.

Mark Evin had an exciting update for rehab clinicians with Ludica Pro.
Ludica Health
Ludo Fit

Mary Furlong offered some brief comments on the longevity marketplace for fitness. Watch for her June Longevity Venture Summit, her December...

Recorded on May 23, 2023, this episode is part of the Smart Home Series. Speakers are listed in their order of appearance.

Eric Smith, Founder and CTO OliverIQ Smart Home as a Service (SHaaS) platform allows consumers to unite, control and automate devices from any manufacturer, using any RF technology, in a single app.
Eric Smith CTA Leadership Award
Interview with Residential Tech Talk 5-2-24 Eric Smith’s OliverIQ Progress Report
For transcript
Interview with Phil McKinney Killer Innovations
Exploring the Future of Home Automation with OliverIQ’s Will West and Eric Smith
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We discussed with Monica Virk, MD the need for tailored training and orientation programs for home health professionals, emphasizing the importance of adapting to unique microcultures and using technology to create personalized training.

Robert Signore highlighted the potential of virtual reality to combat social isolation and improve older adults' lives, highlighting the importance of meaningful connections and intergenerational connections.

Robert McKenna introduced his AI-powered estate management app, Manage My Things, which helps users organize and manage their estates through capturing family stories and organizing physical assets.

Recorded on May 16, 2024, this episode is part...

This episode celebrated Women's Health Month with a discussion centered on healthy aging for women featuring speakers Diana Place, Andrea Slaminsky, and Cat Corchado. Diana shared her experience hosting the Quest Gathering in Rhode Island, the value of the 333 Collective and the importance of embracing aging and fostering intergenerational connections. Andrea discussed her work as a women's midlife coach, introducing the concept of "Regency" as a new life stage for women aged 45-70. Kat highlighted her fitness business for women veterans and the importance of recognizing veterans' sacrifices. The discussion underscored the need for women to support each other...

Our discussion today included three companies that exhibited at the Ageing Asia 2024 Innovation Forum in Singapore: Living Best agetech accelerator (from Japan), Techno Gym - an at-home or in-fitness-center workout solution for optimal fitness, and Ekso Bionics - which is redefining the fit and function of exoskeletons used for mobility and rehabilitation.

Carol Chiang, an OT and Founder of Evolving Homes, provided useful commentary for this show.

Recorded on May 2, 2024, this episode is part of our Asia Longevity and AgeTech Series in the Japan Category. Speakers are listed in their order of appearance.

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In this episode, we heard from Janice Chia, head of the Ageing Asia Innovation Forum annual event where the theme for 2024 was “Redefining Care - Activating Communities of the Future.” Some of the real solutions exhibiting at the show are McLean (providing ways through which aging adults can receive the care they need even in remote areas (and even within 24 hours - and in some cases one hour), and Alphind - which uses a blend of empathy and pragmatism to leverage information systems and health apps across health and wellness ecosystems worldwide - a big idea that is within reac...