83. Kristen Parsons Redefines Aging in Place

In this episode of Raising Tech, host Amber Bardon welcomes Kristen Parsons, Executive Director of Tiffany Village and Kenny’s Pond in Newfoundland, Canada. Kristen shares how her communities have transformed senior living by becoming some of the most tech-enabled communities in the region.

Highlights of the conversation include:

• Kristen’s Journey: From registered nurse to executive director, and her mission to ensure seniors can age in place with dignity and independence.
• Revolutionizing Senior Care Models: How Tiffany Village adopted innovative technologies like AMBA to create personalized care plans and enhance staff efficiency.
• Overcoming Challenges: Insights into addressing workforce shortages, technology adoption resistance, and infrastructure upgrades like Wi-Fi.
• Data-Driven Care: The role of integrated systems in providing proactive care, reducing emergency room visits, and improving the quality of life for residents.
• Future of Senior Living: Kristen’s vision for a more individualized, technology-driven approach to care that promotes autonomy and lifestyle choices for seniors.

This insightful conversation highlights the transformative power of technology in senior living, offering valuable lessons for communities looking to enhance care, efficiency, and resident satisfaction.

Resources Mentioned:

• Tiffany Village & Kenny’s Pond website
• Email Kristen Parsons: [e-mail]
• Follow on Facebook: Tiffany Village and Kenny’s Pond

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