132. How The WorxHub is Transforming Senior Living Operations Through Connected Technology

132. How The WorxHub is Transforming Senior Living Operations Through Connected Technology

In this episode of Raising Tech Podcast, Amber Bardon welcomes Ed Young [https://www.linkedin.com/in/ed-young1/] and Taylor Furst [https://www.linkedin.com/in/taylor-w-furst-8b767929/] from Brightly Software to discuss The WorxHub [https://www.brightlysoftware.com/], a comprehensive operations platform purpose-built for senior living communities. While many organizations recognize The WorxHub as a maintenance management system, Ed and Taylor explain how it has evolved into a powerful operational platform that connects maintenance, housekeeping, transportation, resident services, security, IT, asset management, and capital planning. They also share exciting updates on upcoming integrations, practical applications of artificial intelligence, and strategies for helping frontline staff embrace technology. Learn more about Brightly Software on their website [https://www.brightlysoftware.com/]. Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/1992084/fan_mail/new] Find us online: Website [https://parasolalliance.com/] Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/RaisingTechPodcast] Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/raisingtechpodcast/] LinkedIn   [https://www.linkedin.com/company/raisingtechpodcast]

131. Resident Exclusive- How to Avoid Being Scammed and Hacked

Technology makes life easier, but it also creates opportunities for scammers. In this Resident Exclusive episode of Raising Tech, Michael Lynn shares practical tips for recognizing common scams, avoiding phishing attempts, protecting your personal information, and knowing what to do if you think you've been hacked. You'll also learn simple security tools and habits that can help keep your devices and accounts safe.  Visit our website [https://www.parasolalliance.com/residents] for more content.  All content is sponsored by our Tech@Home [https://www.parasolalliance.com/techathome] team. Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/1992084/fan_mail/new] Find us online: Website [https://parasolalliance.com/] Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/RaisingTechPodcast] Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/raisingtechpodcast/] LinkedIn   [https://www.linkedin.com/company/raisingtechpodcast]

130. How Predictive AI Is Transforming Senior Living with CarePredict

Matt Reiners [https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattreiners/] sits down with Satish Movva [https://www.linkedin.com/in/satishmovva/], founder and CEO of CarePredict [https://www.carepredict.com/], to explore how predictive analytics, wearable technology, and AI are reshaping senior living. Inspired by his own experience caring for aging parents, Satish built CarePredict to provide deeper insights into resident wellbeing and help caregivers move from reactive responses to proactive interventions.  Matt [https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattreiners/] and Satish [https://www.linkedin.com/in/satishmovva/] discuss practical applications of AI in senior living, the differences between wearable and ambient monitoring technologies, and how communities can evaluate technology partners beyond the hype. Satish shares real-world examples of how predictive insights can help reduce falls, identify health concerns earlier, optimize care plans, and even predict staff turnover.  Discover more about CarePredict [https://www.carepredict.com/] on their website [https://www.carepredict.com/]. Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/1992084/fan_mail/new] Find us online: Website [https://parasolalliance.com/] Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/RaisingTechPodcast] Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/raisingtechpodcast/] LinkedIn   [https://www.linkedin.com/company/raisingtechpodcast]

129. Technology's Growing Role in Resident Engagement with Kelly Stranburg

In this episode of Raising Tech, Matt sits down with Kelly Stranburg [https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelly-stranburg-m-ed-acsm-ep-cdp-457b204b/], Vice President of Healthy Aging and Longevity at Westminster Communities of Florida, to talk about how resident engagement has evolved and why technology is playing a bigger role than ever. Kelly shares her journey into senior living, why truly knowing residents matters, and how technology is helping communities create more personalized experiences. From fitness equipment packed with data insights to AI-powered engagement tools, the conversation explores the opportunities, challenges, and learning curves that come with innovation. They also discuss the impact of COVID on technology adoption, how communities can evaluate ROI through both financial returns and resident impact, and why technology skills are becoming essential across every department in senior living. Tune in for an honest conversation about resident engagement, innovation, and the future of technology in aging services. Connect with Kelly on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelly-stranburg-m-ed-acsm-ep-cdp-457b204b/]. Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/1992084/fan_mail/new] Find us online: Website [https://parasolalliance.com/] Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/RaisingTechPodcast] Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/raisingtechpodcast/] LinkedIn   [https://www.linkedin.com/company/raisingtechpodcast]

128. Empathy at the Center of AI-Powered Care with Nobi

Amber Bardon [https://www.linkedin.com/in/amberbardon/] talks with Andrew Gall [https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewmgall/] from Nobi [https://www.nobi.life/en] about how AI-powered technology is changing the way senior living communities approach falls prevention. Andrew shares his journey from senior living operator to tech leader and explains why keeping caregivers and residents at the center of innovation matters so much.  The conversation covers how Nobi’s smart lamps work, using AI to detect falls, identify risky behaviors, and even help prevent incidents before they happen. Amber and Andrew also discuss Nobi’s new nurse call capabilities, how predictive insights can support better care decisions, and why falls technology is becoming a much bigger operational conversation for senior living providers.  A big theme throughout the episode is empathy, both in how technology is designed and how it supports staff, residents, and families. Andrew shares how the right technology can reduce caregiver stress, improve resident safety, and help communities deliver more proactive, personalized care. Connect with Andrew on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewmgall/].  Learn more about Nobi on their website [https://www.nobi.life/en]. Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/1992084/fan_mail/new] Find us online: Website [https://parasolalliance.com/] Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/RaisingTechPodcast] Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/raisingtechpodcast/] LinkedIn   [https://www.linkedin.com/company/raisingtechpodcast]