We’ve All Heard of How Helpful Technology, and AI, Is Becoming for Older Adults, and YET….There Are Two Sides to Explore
January 9, 2026
AARP recently released this report entitled 2026 TECH TRENDS AND ADULTS 50-PLUS.
Technology
The Future of Tech for Older Adults: 5 Innovative Solutions Enhancing Safety and Connectivity
March 8, 2025
As technology continues to evolve, older adult tech adoption has become more important than ever. From AI-enabled platforms to wearables and sensor-based innovations, modern advancements are designed to enhance safety, mobility, and overall well-being.
AI Companions in 2025: How “Her” Predicted the Future of Love and Technology
February 15, 2025
For many, AI companions provide a meaningful alternative to traditional human relationships.
Help With Learning Technology of Today
November 7, 2024
Bob Brocker is on the show with Aaron Santis of Senior Planet. Aaron explains what Senior Planet offers–all for no cost–to help older adults learn more about using current technologies.
Here’s Your Chance to Participate in a Great Pain-Free Research Project–and Keep the Tools After
May 25, 2024
University of Denver’s Knoebel Institute for Healthy Aging is conducting an important research project for older adults and their families using a combination of software and simple technology devices to evaluate the uses and value of remote caregiving technology tools.
AI in Health Care? Saving Lives? YES! Learn More Here
December 14, 2023
Join Colorado Sun Reporter John Ingold as he moderates a terrific panel of doctors from the University of Colorado Health System to learn more about the opportunities and challenges of using the new tools of artificial intelligence to improve patient outcomes and save lives.
The Many Facets of AARP in Colorado
September 16, 2023
AARP Colorado is focused on empowering its nearly 700,000 members in Colorado to choose how they live as they age. You will learn here about AARP National, about AARP’s Elder Watch program, Senior Planet/Older Adult Technology Services from AARP, Wish of a Lifetime from AARP, AARP’s legislative advocacy and get to meet the people behind these groups.
Colorado Is Exploring the Potential of Robotic Caregivers
September 2, 2023
One possible way being explored to help fill the caregiving gap is the use of robotic home companions. And one such companion is going through the paces in Colorado at the Daniel Felix Ritchie School of Engineering and Computer Science at the University of Denver. It’s a project being done in collaboration with the Knoebel Institute for Healthy Aging, an AgeWise Colorado Provider. The robot’s name is Ryan.
Two Reasons Why Coloradans Should Be Careful about Checking Personal Health Issues Online
May 14, 2023
A 2021 survey found that close to 60% of Americans go online to get medical questions answered, and even more of us use online sources to research medical recommendations our doctors have given us. But there are two compelling reasons why you would be wise to tread carefully with this independent “research.”
Innovations in Aging
January 29, 2023
Learn How Collaboration Between Leading University Researchers and Private Enterprise Are Helping Older Adults and Caregivers Living in Private Residential Settings.
Estate Planning for Digital Assets
August 1, 2022
Studies have shown that one of the key challenges faced by people responsible for carrying out an individual’s estate plan is simply lack of adequate information provided by the person for whom the plan was created in the first place. In modern times, one area where these information gaps frequently arise is the handling of digital assets.