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Ask This Critical Question Before Retrofitting a Building<p><img src="/Articles/PublishingImages/2025/senior_room.jpg" class="ms-rtePosition-2" alt="" style="margin&#58;5px;width&#58;200px;height&#58;200px;" />​One of the most important questions to ask before starting a facility retrofit project often goes unanswered&#58; “How are people actually using the building?”</p><p>It is easy to make assumptions. Residents spend the majority of their time in their rooms or apartments, the dining hall, and social areas. Visitors follow residents and staff work on dedicated floors or wings. But what if these assertions were only partially true?</p><p>What if data tells you when residents are most likely to want to socialize or are more susceptible to falls. Similarly, you may learn that the first stop for visitors is in one-on-one meetings with medical staff or the business office manager. Further, staff are often pulled in to help residents all over the community, instead of a dedicated floor, to fill ongoing staffing gaps. Those insights can shape the resident, staff, and visitor experience and influence retrofits.</p><p>Yet when it comes time for the building or community to undergo a retrofit, these assumptions are carried out in the planning and construction because real data on actual behaviors is not used.<br></p><h3>The Impact of Relying on Assumptions During Retrofits&#160;</h3><p>While the building and amenities get an appealing facelift, a retrofit based on assumptions miss an opportunity to optimize the human experience within the building.</p><p>Here are a few examples of what happens. Dedicated visiting areas feature expensive new furniture that goes unused. The latest tech tools and digital apps looked great and easy to use during the demo, but months later your staff still faces a steep learning curve. Meanwhile, residents find it difficult to adapt to the changes, impacting their quality of life. These issues can be avoided by having a better understanding of how the building is used before the retrofit starts.</p><p>With 42 percent of senior care communities in the U.S. being at least 25 years old, there is a pressing need to upgrade and modernize facilities. This is becoming increasingly critical as demographics shift. By the year 2030, there will be more adults over 60 than there are under that age.</p><h3>Getting Real-Time Insights Without Compromising Privacy</h3><p>Without real insights into how residents, staff and visitors use the buildings, retrofit investments won’t pay off. But how do you get that information?</p><p>You can monitor behavior but that is time consuming, invasive, and lends itself to personal bias. Or you can look at research, but it is often an additional cost and is based on empirical data as opposed to intel specific to your community. Another option is to ask people to participate in a survey, but that, too, is time consuming and opinion based.</p><p>Lately, one way that senior care communities are resolving this issue is by capturing real data on how humans interact in buildings using newer technologies that ensure privacy.</p><p>For example, using thermal heat-sensing technology provides insight into human movements in a space without knowing the individuals that are present. The thermal technology depicts humans as small circles that are moving or stationary. This technology can come in the form of a sensor that goes on the wall, blending into the retrofit design.</p><p>What senior care administrators can infer from the sensor data are insights such as the best location for a visiting area, or when residents are most likely to engage in social activities based on their behaviors as opposed to a scheduled time. From a health perspective, being notified of changes in a resident’s movement allows staff to respond faster to emergencies. These urgent notifications, often a text, reduce technology learning curves because the complex computing is done behind the scenes.</p><h3>The Benefits of Building Insight&#58; Safety, Compliance, and Revenue</h3><p>Having insight into how humans use a building before investing in a retrofit creates an opportunity to boost safety, ensure compliance, and improve the continuum of resident care.</p><p>It can also deliver better returns on the retrofit investment, according to administrators at Ranagård Community, which is using privacy-friendly heat-based sensors in over 700 apartments.</p><p>The sensors work with nurse call systems and immediately alert staff to incidents such as wandering, falls, or an increase in trips to the bathroom. This makes better use of staff time that was previously spent doing scheduled resident check-ins. They also have a digital record of activities, care, and responses in the event of an inquiry.</p><p><span><img src="/Articles/PublishingImages/2024/Honghao-Deng.jpg" alt="Honghao Deng" class="ms-rtePosition-2" style="margin&#58;5px;width&#58;124px;height&#58;171px;" /></span>The community estimates they save $1,875,000 per year by reducing 0.5 falls per year based on an average cost of $5,000 cost per fall, which requires two nurses to accompany a resident to the hospital. With safer buildings, they believe they can increase occupancy by 250 beds, resulting in an additional $2,160,000 per year.</p><p>Each community must determine their own return on investment on retrofits. Yet as the need for senior care rises and residents demand modern buildings, the retrofit process should always start with a clear understanding of how the building is being used.<br><br><em>Honghao Deng is CEO and co-founder of </em><a href="https&#58;//www.butlr.com/" data-feathr-click-track="true" data-feathr-link-aids="60b7cbf17788425491b2d083" target="_blank"><em>Butlr</em></a><em>.</em><br></p>2025-03-25T04:00:00Z<img alt="" src="/Articles/PublishingImages/2025/senior_room.jpg" style="BORDER&#58;0px solid;" />Design;ArchitectureHonghao DengEach community must determine their own return on investment on retrofits. Yet as the need for senior care rises and residents demand modern buildings, the retrofit process should always start with a clear understanding of how the building is being used.
Navigating Therapy Provider Transitions<p><img src="/Articles/PublishingImages/2025/doc_paperwork.jpg" class="ms-rtePosition-1" alt="" style="margin&#58;5px;width&#58;200px;height&#58;200px;" />​Having worked in long term care in a variety of roles, this professional has seen firsthand the challenges that arise when an organization decides to change its therapy provider. </p><p>My experience includes delivering direct care for both contract and in-house therapy services as an occupational therapist, then serving as a single site therapy manager, to an executive rehab leader overseeing multiple therapy programs through acquisitions, divestitures, and provider transitions, and now as a compliance manager guiding organizations in strengthening their compliance programs.</p><p>This range of experiences has allowed me to see the successes and pitfalls that can occur, from deciding that a new therapy provider is necessary to ensuring a relationship stays strong, and everything in between.</p><p>Whether transitioning from a contract therapy provider to in-house services, selecting a new contract partner, or navigating operational and regulatory complexities, organizations must carefully balance continuity of care, financial stability, and compliance. Rushed transitions can lead to gaps in service delivery, contract disputes, and reimbursement challenges.</p><p>The good news? A well-planned transition can ensure that the new provider is not only a replacement, but a true partner aligned with the organization’s culture, values, and clinical standards. The following steps offer a roadmap to navigate this process thoughtfully, minimizing disruption, and maximizing success.</p><h3>Step 1&#58; Assessing the Need for a New Provider</h3><p>Organizations typically consider changing their therapy provider for several key reasons. Performance concerns like inconsistent service delivery or compliance issues may prompt leadership to explore alternative options. Additionally, financial considerations often play a role as organizations seek opportunities for cost efficiencies without compromising quality. In some cases, the motivation stems from a desire for enhanced service offerings or a more aligned partnership that supports the organization's long-term strategic goals.</p><p>When evaluating a potential transition, it is essential for leadership to conduct a thorough assessment of the existing provider's strengths and weaknesses. Identifying gaps enables leadership to make informed decisions and positions the organization to choose a new therapy provider that aligns with its specific goals.</p><h3>Step 2&#58; Collaborating with a Selection Committee</h3><p>Once the decision is made to transition to a new therapy provider, it is essential to establish a multidisciplinary committee to guide and oversee the entire selection process. This committee should comprise key stakeholders from various departments within the organization to ensure that all perspectives are considered. At a minimum, the committee should include the compliance officer, nursing home administrator, director of nursing, head of clinical operations, chief financial officer, and a representative from information technology. Consider including a resident representative to ensure that the voices of those directly impacted by therapy services are heard.</p><p>The transition committee will work together to establish objective criteria that define the ideal therapy provider for the organization. This criterion should be used to create a scorecard against which an organization can weigh each provider. With these standards in place, the next step is to issue a request for proposal (RFP). The RFP should clearly outline the organization’s expectations, goals, and timeline, providing potential providers with a clear understanding of what is required for consideration.</p><h3>Step 3&#58; Performing Due Diligence</h3><p>The committee should use the ratings gathered in the RFP to create a short list of the top providers they want to investigate further. Final candidates should be invited onsite for interviews and/or presentations. This interview is an opportunity to ask detailed questions about the providers' services, culture and how they plan to meet the organization's specific needs.</p><p>An organization must conduct reference checks, appropriate credentialing, and background checks as required by state, federal regulation, or the Office of Inspector General (OIG).&#160; For example, sanction screenings such as OIG's List of Excluded Individuals and Entities, the federal System for Award Management and the State Medicaid Provider Exclusion and Suspension List should be conducted. Review the providers’ compliance policy, ask for evidence of regulatory and compliance training and inquire about their claims denial rate. Even if a provider looks good on paper, it is critical to see if their practices reflect their values before making a final decision.</p><h3>Step 4&#58; Facilitating Contract Negotiations</h3><p>Once the top therapy provider is selected, both parties are ready to formalize their business relationship. A contract policy provides a structure for those tasked with negotiation. To start, this should include fundamental provisions like indemnification, liability, compensation, and billing among other items. Additionally, the organization should ensure that the contract includes a clause requiring the provider to adhere to the organization’s code of conduct and compliance program.</p><p>A definition of deliverables involving key performance indicators, adequate and competent staffing, and resident satisfaction goals should also be included.</p><p>Consider bundling value-added services, such as participation in key meetings and periodic training for staff and residents, alongside the main target. These services may not be billable but enhance the quality of the care delivered. Lastly, the organization should ensure that legal counsel reviews the contract before execution.</p><h3>Step 5&#58; Developing a Transition Plan</h3><p>Once an organization is ready to bring in a new therapy provider, it’s essential to create a timeline that pinpoints clear milestones for each transition phase.</p><p>A communication campaign should be developed to ensure consistency of messages and promote transparency to residents, families, and staff, fostering confidence that continuity of care will be maintained.</p><p>Another key part of the timeline is staff training and integration to make sure that a new provider’s team is familiar with the organization’s culture and operational workflows. <br></p><p>Technology integration also contributes to the transition plan, ensuring interoperability, data security and adequate equipment and infrastructure.&#160; A compliance checklist should also be created to ensure the organization remains survey- and audit-ready.</p><h3>Step 6&#58; Implementing and Monitoring</h3><p>Once contracts are signed and a transition plan is in motion, the transition committee must stay engaged. For the transition to be truly effective, the existing staff and the new therapy team can collaborate for a seamless changeover.</p><p>Another key step in implementation is reviewing the policies of both the organization and the therapy provider to ensure alignment with the organization's values and standards. <br>On the monitoring side, organizations should ensure they are audit-ready, schedule mock surveys to verify compliance with federal and state regulations, track providers' performance against agreed-upon terms, and create a channel for residents and families to provide feedback as the team continues to shift.</p><h3>Step 7&#58; Overseeing the Post-Transition</h3><p>Finally, over the course of three to six months, the transition team should stay involved to ensure that the new therapy provider meets expectations.</p><p>The team’s role in this stage is substantial and will require a similar representation of individuals within the organization who can tackle areas including&#58;<br></p><ul><li>Regulatory compliance.</li><li>Monitoring performance.</li><li>Reviewing key performance indicators. </li><li>Collecting and analyzing resident and family feedback.</li></ul><h3>Keeping a Strong Partnership</h3><p>Transitioning therapy providers is a large undertaking that can significantly impact the residents and staff of an organization. To respect the investment of time from the search committee and honor the mission of providing top quality care to residents, the organization should take care to maintain the partnership with a therapy provider and find ways to strengthen it proactively.</p><p><img src="/Articles/PublishingImages/2025/Angele-Tran.jpg" alt="Angele Tran" class="ms-rtePosition-1" style="margin&#58;5px;" />Strengthening these relationships can take multiple forms but should include open communication that allows challenges to be addressed and practices to be improved upon. The partnership between the organization and therapy provider should be built on a shared commitment to delivering exceptional care while upholding the organization’s mission and values.<br><br><em>Angele Tran, OTR/L, CHC, CAPS, is a compliance manager at Friends Services Alliance in Blue Bell, Penn. She is a licensed occupational therapist in Pennsylvania.</em><br></p>2025-03-04T05:00:00Z<img alt="" src="/Articles/PublishingImages/2025/doc_paperwork.jpg" style="BORDER&#58;0px solid;" />ManagementAngele TranWhether transitioning from a contract therapy provider to in-house services, selecting a new contract partner, or navigating operational and regulatory complexities, organizations must carefully balance continuity of care, financial stability, and compliance.
Advancing Music Therapy Approaches in Dementia Care<p>​<img src="/Articles/PublishingImages/2025/music-therapy.jpg" alt="Bridgetown Music showing “Music with Alexis” " class="ms-rtePosition-2" style="margin&#58;5px;width&#58;240px;height&#58;240px;" />Music has long been recognized as a powerful tool in dementia care, offering comfort, connection, and cognitive stimulation for those experiencing memory loss. However, as expectations rise for more effective dementia care, the standard for music programs also increases. Today, there is a growing emphasis on approaches that deliver not just entertainment but true therapeutic impact, rooted in the formal field of music therapy.</p><p>&quot;Music therapy is a clinical and evidence-based practice that uses music to accomplish individualized goals and objectives,&quot; explains Tara Jenkins, MT-BC, a board-certified music therapist and founder of <a href="https&#58;//www.harmonyindementia.com/" data-feathr-click-track="true" data-feathr-link-aids="60b7cbf17788425491b2d083" target="_blank">Harmony in Dementi</a>a. &quot;Our work supports clients' social, emotional, cognitive, physical, communication, musical, and spiritual needs. Essentially, we use different aspects of music to achieve individualized goals both in and outside sessions.&quot;</p><p>But change is afoot within the dementia industry. While traditional music therapy provides a deeply personalized experience tailored to an individual's emotional and cognitive needs, new models are emerging that bring the benefits of music to entire communities, around the clock, creating shared moments of joy and interaction. The following examples offer a brief survey.</p><p>Jenkins focuses on the individualized approach, working closely with people living with dementia to use music as a means of communication, emotional expression, and cognitive engagement. Her one-on-one sessions are rooted in clinical training, using music to tap into personal memories and provide therapeutic benefits unique to each resident.</p><p>For many individuals, this approach helps unlock emotions, reduce anxiety, and improve mood in a way that traditional music activities often cannot. Mood management is particularly important in memory care since mood disorders can create depression and behavioral issues, which can often trigger the use of powerful medications—sometimes with ill effects.</p><p>“The familiarity of music from a person's young adult years is the vessel of comfort, and the music therapist is there as a guide to support dignity and intentional moments of joy,” adds board-certified musical therapist Kim Best, MT-BC, founder of <a href="https&#58;//kimbestmusictherapy.com/" data-feathr-click-track="true" data-feathr-link-aids="60b7cbf17788425491b2d083" target="_blank">Kim Best Music Therapy</a>. “Music therapy may look like magic, but it is the coming together of music, a person with dementia, and a music therapist—someone who not only cares deeply but is trained to carry music in a purposeful way to promote wellness.”</p><p>When requested, Best extends the conventional 1&#58;1 model to small groups. But new tools bring new opportunities.&#160;</p><p>Perhaps the most current evolution of music therapy in dementia care is the video distribution of “dementia-friendly” music with therapeutic underpinnings. This removes the need for in-person music programs and opens the door for 24/7 access worldwide.</p><p>Alexis Baker, MT-BC, a board-certified music therapist and founder of <a href="https&#58;//www.bridgetownmt.com/" data-feathr-click-track="true" data-feathr-link-aids="60b7cbf17788425491b2d083" target="_blank">Bridgetown Music Therapy</a>, has taken the foundational principles of music therapy and expanded them into a structured group model. During the pandemic, personal visits were not permitted so she and her video producer husband, Tom, took her music therapy online for the first time.</p><p>Baker still practices both the 1&#58;1 model and a group version to enlarge impact within a senior dementia care population. Her program, Music with Alexis, delivers “dementia-friendly” therapeutic music sessions via an online platform with hundreds of on-demand videos to choose from. Activity directors can shape their music program around the specific genres of music their residents prefer.</p><p>This group-based approach is particularly important in today’s senior living communities, where activity directors often struggle to meet the diverse needs of memory care residents. Many group music programs prioritize entertainment, selecting familiar songs for passive enjoyment. However, Music with Alexis offers a deeper level of engagement—drawing on music therapy techniques to encourage participation, stimulate cognition, and foster social connection.</p><p>Senior living professionals who have integrated the program into their programs report noticeable improvements in resident engagement and overall well-being. Erin Coran, manager of community life at Vincentian in Pittsburgh, Penn., shared, “The program has transformed the way we approach activities for our residents. The music brings joy to our community, and staff feel empowered by having such a reliable resource.”</p><p>By blending music therapy principles with a practical, community-friendly format, Baker and others like her have created a bridge between the highly individualized world of music therapy and the realities of group-based senior care. This innovative approach ensures that more residents can experience the emotional and cognitive benefits of music, reinforcing the idea that music is not just an activity. It’s a vital, accessible tool for enhancing the quality of life for those living with dementia.</p><p>As senior living communities continue to seek meaningful ways to support their residents, both individualized music therapy and structured group-based programs offer complementary solutions. Whether through one-on-one sessions that provide a deeply personal therapeutic experience or broader group engagement that fosters connection and joy, music remains one of the most effective and uplifting interventions in dementia care today.<br><br><em>Bill Pemberton, is a freelance writer focusing on senior health based in Dallas, Texas. </em><br><span id="ms-rterangepaste-end"></span></p>2025-02-25T05:00:00Z<img alt="" src="/Articles/PublishingImages/2025/music-therapy.jpg" style="BORDER&#58;0px solid;" />Caregiving;DementiaBill PembertonAs senior living communities continue to seek meaningful ways to support their residents, both individualized music therapy and structured group-based programs offer complementary solutions.
The Promise of AI Companions in Memory Care<p><img src="/Articles/PublishingImages/2025/AI_memory.jpg" class="ms-rtePosition-2" alt="" style="margin&#58;5px;width&#58;200px;height&#58;200px;" /><span></span></p>​Artificial intelligence (AI) continues to redefine health care, offering tools that address complex challenges with precision and scalability. Among its most promising applications is the use of AI companions in memory care. Designed to engage residents with Alzheimer’s or dementia, these companions blend emotional intelligence with advanced data analytics, offering personalized support and actionable insights to caregivers. A recent pilot program featuring &quot;Kathy,&quot; an AI companion, has showcased the transformative potential of this technology.<p></p><h3>The Need for Innovation in Memory Care</h3><p>Memory care involves addressing the nuanced needs of residents facing cognitive impairments such as Alzheimer’s or vascular dementia. These conditions often diminish residents' ability to articulate their needs, leaving caregivers to rely on intuition and observation. As memory disorders progress, care requirements become more complex, demanding innovative solutions to enhance communication, emotional well-being, and care planning.</p><p>AI companions represent a breakthrough in this space. Powered by natural language processing and machine learning, these digital companions offer consistency, patience, and adaptability—qualities critical for memory care residents. They provide companionship while simultaneously gathering and analyzing data about residents’ behaviors, moods, and preferences, enabling caregivers to offer more personalized care.</p><h3>Pilot Program Findings</h3><p>A pilot study conducted by Pacific Living Centers in collaboration with CloudMind deployed &quot;Kathy,&quot; an AI companion, across six memory care communities in Oregon. Over 65 days, 18 residents aged 70-90, all with dementia diagnoses, interacted with Kathy. The study aimed to evaluate three core questions&#58;</p><ol><li>Can AI companions improve the lives of memory care residents?</li><li>Can they support caregivers in their daily responsibilities?</li><li>Do they present a viable business opportunity?</li></ol><p>The findings were promising. Residents engaged with Kathy for an average of 47.8 minutes daily, with some residents logging as much as 59 minutes per day. The AI companion's ability to detect and respond to emotional cues through sentiment analysis was a highlight. By providing daily reports on residents' emotional states, health concerns, suggested actions, and engagement levels, Kathy empowered caregivers to make informed decisions and intervene proactively.</p><h3>Case Studies&#58; Transformative Resident Experiences</h3><p>Two participants in the pilot program illustrate the potential impact of AI companions&#58;<br></p><ul><li>Carrie, a resident with mild dementia and anxiety, interacted with Kathy for short daily sessions. These engagements reduced her anxiety episodes by over 50 percent during the study period. Kathy's recommendations about environmental adjustments, such as lighting and temperature, further improved Carrie’s comfort and quality of life.</li><li>Barbara, a resident with moderate dementia and social withdrawal, displayed remarkable engagement with Kathy, spending over three hours per session discussing scripture and singing hymns. Her reliance on caregiver interventions decreased significantly, highlighting the AI companion's ability to foster emotional connections and reduce caregiver workload.</li></ul><h3>Benefits for Caregivers and Families</h3><p>Beyond supporting residents, AI companions offer substantial benefits and augmentation for caregivers. By automating routine tasks and gathering critical behavioral data, they free caregivers to focus on high-value activities such as personalized care. Kathy’s real-time reporting capabilities alerted caregivers to potential health concerns, enabling earlier interventions that prevented complications.</p><p>For families, AI companions serve as a bridge, keeping them informed about their loved ones' conditions. Features such as daily conversation summaries or facilitating video calls add transparency and connection, fostering trust and collaboration in care delivery.</p><h3>Challenges and Ethical Considerations</h3><p>Despite their promise, implementing AI companions in memory care raises several challenges. Data privacy, the risk of overreliance on technology, the need for caregiver training, and managing family expectations are critical considerations. Ensuring that AI solutions respect residents' autonomy while balancing personalization with ethical data use remains a priority for developers and care providers.</p><h3>Future Directions</h3><p>The success of Kathy highlights the potential for broader adoption of AI companions in memory care. Future enhancements may include multimodal interaction, robotics integration, and predictive analytics to further personalize care. Expanding these capabilities while addressing ethical concerns will be essential for maximizing their impact.</p><p>This pilot represents just the beginning. Future studies will further explore how AI companions like Kathy can foster meaningful social interactions among residents, alleviate caregiver workloads, and reassure families through real-time updates and insights. By gathering more data and exploring diverse resident profiles, these initiatives aim to uncover new ways AI can enrich memory care, ensuring compassionate, personalized, and effective support for all stakeholders.</p><p>As the technology evolves, AI companions could transform not only memory care but also other domains of elder care, offering scalable solutions for a growing aging population.</p><p>The pilot study with Kathy demonstrates that AI companions can enhance the quality of life for memory care residents while reducing caregiver strain. By fostering meaningful interactions, automating routine tasks, and providing actionable insights, these digital companions represent a promising frontier in compassionate and innovative care delivery.<br></p><h4><span class="ms-rteStyle-References">References</span><br class="ms-rteStyle-References"><ul><li><span class="ms-rteStyle-References">Alzheimer's Association. (2023). Understanding Alzheimer’s Disease and Memory Care. Retrieved from https&#58;//www.alz.org</span></li><li><span class="ms-rteStyle-References">Smith, J., &amp; Doe, A. (2022). AI in Health care&#58; Transforming Elderly Care. Journal of Health care Innovations, 15(4), 33-45.</span></li><li><span class="ms-rteStyle-References">Pacific Living Centers. (2024). Pilot Study on AI Companions in Memory Care.</span></li><li><span class="ms-rteStyle-References">CloudMind. (2024). AI Companion Applications in Elder Care Facilities.</span></li><li><span class="ms-rteStyle-References">Javed, M., &amp; Kumar, P. (2021). Ethical AI&#58; Balancing Innovation with Privacy. Ethics in Technology, 8(2), 21-30.</span></li><li><span class="ms-rteStyle-References">Yuste, R., &amp; Goering, S. (2017). Ethical challenges in the application of AI in health care. Nature, 551(7682), 159-163.</span></li><li><span class="ms-rteStyle-References">Miller, T., &amp; Brown, R. (2020). Emotional AI and its role in elder care. Journal of AI &amp; Society, 35(1), 45-60.</span></li><li><span class="ms-rteStyle-References">American Geriatrics Society. (2021). Advancements in Memory Care Technologies. AGS Research Series.​</span></li></ul></h4><p><em><br></em></p><p><em>Dr. Christian A. Mason is President and CEO of Senior Housing Managers. Dr. Monica Tsai is co-founder and CEO of CloudMind Software. Tim Fields is founder of CloudMind Software. Carl Mason is president and chief operating officer of Senior Housing Managers. Michele Nixon is vice president of operations for Pacific Living Centers.<br></em></p><span><p><strong>About Pacific Living Centers</strong><br>Pacific Living Centers offers memory care homes for older adults focused on comfort, personalized care, and enjoyable moments. With a focus on providing personalized quality care and maintaining communication with families, we offer the peace of mind families need and deserve. Pacific Living Centers is proudly managed by Senior Housing Managers, serving seniors and their families since 1990.<br></p><p>To learn more about Pacific Living Centers, visit their website at <a href="https&#58;//pacificlivingcenters.com/" data-feathr-click-track="true" data-feathr-link-aids="60b7cbf17788425491b2d083" target="_blank">https&#58;//pacificlivingcenters.com/</a><br></p><p><strong>About CloudMind</strong><br>At CloudMind, our mission is to enhance the quality of life for elderly individuals facing memory challenges. Through our AI companion, BRiGHTPATH, we aim to alleviate loneliness, stimulate cognitive engagement, and provide personalized support. At the same time, we empower caregivers with tools and resources to better assist their loved ones, fostering a comprehensive ecosystem of care and connection.<br></p><p>To learn more about CloudMind, visit their website at <a href="https&#58;//cloudmind.me/" data-feathr-click-track="true" data-feathr-link-aids="60b7cbf17788425491b2d083" target="_blank">https&#58;//cloudmind.me/</a> or contact them at <a href="mailto&#58;contact@cloudmind.me" data-feathr-click-track="true" data-feathr-link-aids="60b7cbf17788425491b2d083" target="_blank">contact@cloudmind.me</a>.</p></span><p><br></p>2025-02-18T05:00:00Z<img alt="" src="/Articles/PublishingImages/2025/AI_memory.jpg" style="BORDER&#58;0px solid;" />TechnologyAI continues to redefine health care, offering tools that address complex challenges with precision and scalability. Among its most promising applications is the use of AI companions in memory care.

 

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