8:30-9:30 a.m

5-D. Using Technology to Foster Meaningful Relationships

Research suggests that strong social connections can help reduce loneliness and depression, ease emotional challenges, support cognitive function, and enhance life satisfaction and fulfillment. This session will showcase how technology engagement platforms facilitate these vital connections in senior living communities by providing opportunities for meaningful interactions, offering residents personalized content, and encouraging their active participation in community events. You'll learn about the steps taken by other communities to implement these platforms and how residents use them. Take home tools to help your team create a stronger, more connected community that nurtures meaningful relationships among residents, their peers, and team members.

• Kelly Stranburg, Vice President of Healthy Aging and Longevity, Westminster Communities of Florida, Inc. — Orlando, FL, US
• Michael Rethage, Chief Operating Officer, Uniguest — Nashville, TN, USA