Tech, Personalized Support⁤ shape the Future of Senior Care

​ ‌ Updated June 7, ‌2025
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Strategic partnerships and personalized ​support are key⁢ to the future of senior care, according to experts.⁣ Technology, access to nutrition, and human-centered design are also critical ​components‍ in ‌addressing the challenges faced by aging adults.

Dr. Ali Khan, chief medical ⁣officer for Medicare at Aetna, ⁤Dr. Marc Watkins, chief ‌medical officer at Kroger​ Health, ⁢and ⁤Brian Urban, head of ⁤commercial strategy and ⁣population health ⁣at Best Buy‍ Health, ⁢recently discussed these evolving approaches. Their conversation​ highlighted the importance of integrating​ technology ​with human interaction to create comprehensive support systems.

Khan emphasized the need for ecosystems that combine⁤ technology with a human ⁤touch,citing broadband infrastructure and virtual physical therapy ‌with language support as examples. Watkins underscored the expanding role of ⁣pharmacists‍ and ‌retailers in providing‍ accessible ⁤care through food scoring⁣ systems and telehealth options. ‌Urban‌ detailed how smart home devices, personal tech support, and artificial intelligence are enabling seniors to maintain independence while decreasing social isolation and hospital visits. These innovations contribute substantially to senior well-being and promote effective senior care.

‍ ⁣ “Building ecosystems that blend tech with human touch…is​ crucial,” said Dr. Khan.

the⁢ convergence of ⁣personalized nutrition and AI-powered care delivery represents a notable step toward a more connected and ⁢compassionate future⁣ for aging adults. These ​cross-industry leaders are actively‍ working to implement these ‌advancements.

What’s next

The panelists plan to continue exploring innovative ways to leverage technology and‌ partnerships to improve the ⁤lives of seniors, focusing on personalized and accessible solutions.