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Virtual Reality Technology Creates a Better Reality for Seniors
Adult Day; AL; IL; PACE; SNF/LTC
Learn how a community increased resident wellness by embracing virtual reality to reduce anxiety, increase happiness, and promote relaxation. This award-winning pilot program was implemented in an inner-city campus consisting of subsidized independent housing, assisted living, adult day, skilled nursing, and memory care. Hear emotional, first-hand accounts about the seniors who participated in this breakthrough program that allowed them to virtually visit international and local landmarks, musical performances, and many more relaxing experiences. Learn the full results of the pilot program’s continued success, as well as a roadmap to implement this affordable and powerful tool for any setting.
- Explain how virtual reality technology can create better wellness for seniors.
- Implement a new technology safely and effectively to improve quality of life for seniors in any setting.
- Recognize virtual reality's effect on the brain.
Joel Prevost, Founder, MBA, Licensed Nursing Home Administrator, Health Services Executive, Prevost Partners, Golden Valley, MN
Joel Prevost has spent his entire career serving seniors. For more than 15 years he operated senior communities spanning the full continuum. He now consults for the senior services field where he passionately works to bridge the gap between technology and health care. As an early adopter of technology and a seasoned leader in the industry, Prevost understands the challenges and opportunities involved with innovation and new-tech implementation.
Chuck Olsen, CEO, Visual Inc., Minneapolis, MN
Chuck Olsen is an entrepreneur and media veteran with 20 years’ experience working at the intersection of culture and technology. He is the co-founder of Visual, a virtual reality company creating experiences to enhance well-being and happiness. Visual's WellnessVR platform for senior communities was developed in collaboration with health care partners. Previously, Olsen co-founded experiential agency Vidtiger and journalism nonprofit The UpTake and was the senior web producer for Twin Cities PBS.
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