Using Smart Devices to Implement an Evidence-based eHealth System for Older Adults

https://digital.ahrq.gov/ahrq-funded-projects/using-smart-devices-implement-evidence-based-ehealth-system-older-adults Enhancing an evidence-based electronic health intervention, Elder Tree, with voice-controlled technology can broaden its use, leading to improved overall health and reduced hospital readmission for older adults with multiple chronic conditions. Using Digital Healthcare Technologies to Engage and Care for Older Patients Promoting health and disease prevention is key to staying healthy as people age. Older adults are increasingly using telehealthcare, smartphone apps, and other digital healthcare technologies to access care, maintain patient-provider communication, and promote chronic disease self-management. During Older Adults Month, the AHRQ Digital Healthcare Research Program (DHR) is recognizing the vital importance of making older adults’ health and wellbeing a priority. Below is a sample of AHRQ-funded research that aims to improve care and health outcomes for older adults through digital healthcare technologies.