Longevity – Kraydel

Taking care of your mental health while isolated

31 March 2020 | 0 Comment


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The restrictions on social contact and movement can feel frustrating, but there are a number of things that can be done to maintain your social connection and improve your mental wellbeing.

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Matt Hancock embraces “Zoom medicine” and the need for more telehealth Health Secretary Matt Hancock has praised the “hugely positive” response to virtual telehealth appointments during the coronavirus pandemic and supports an ongoing shift towards more “Zoom medicine”.
Kraydel named as a supplier on Crown Commercial Service Spark Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) Belfast and London-based AgeTech company Kraydel have been named as a supplier on Crown Commercial Service’s Spark DPS, to accelerate delivery of “revolutionary” technology for older adults.
A healthcare system too rigid and risk-averse to embrace the shift to home-based care? There have been an abundance of reports with an almost embarrassing wealth of evidence about the quality and productivity of care outside of hospital settings.
Tired of the gimmicks, Healthtech needs to get its act together The Covid-19 pandemic has meant that health and particularly social care delivery is under public scrutiny like never before.
The challenges of moving from lockdown to “new norm” We’ve had several weeks of listening to the Government, and for those outside England, listening to our devolved leaders, tell us to stay at home to protect ourselves and the NHS.
Resilience will be key to enduring Covid-19 Kraydel’s mission is to enable and increase the resilience and independence of the elderly.
Taking care of your mental health while isolated The restrictions on social contact and movement can feel frustrating, but there are a number of things that can be done to maintain your social connection and improve your mental wellbeing.
AgeTech: How UI design has had to adapt for elderly tech users For those who’ve grown up in the digital age, UX and UI design have become intuitive. We can navigate around any site on any device.
How can the care sector protect the vulnerable during the Covid-19 outbreak? As the Covid-19 pandemic spreads, even the most bustling cities have fallen silent as residents heed the guidance to self-isolate. But whilst we are all in quarantine, for now, there is one group who are far more at-risk than the...
Planning for life in the “New Normal” When this generation looks back at our lives we will begin to reflect on the three new age defining epochs: BC, DC, and AC.

How can the care sector protect the vulnerable during the Covid-19 outbreak?

26 March 2020 | 0 Comment


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As the Covid-19 pandemic spreads, even the most bustling cities have fallen silent as residents heed the guidance to self-isolate. But whilst we are all in quarantine, for now, there is one group who are far more at-risk than the rest – older adults.

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Matt Hancock embraces “Zoom medicine” and the need for more telehealth Health Secretary Matt Hancock has praised the “hugely positive” response to virtual telehealth appointments during the coronavirus pandemic and supports an ongoing shift towards more “Zoom medicine”.
Kraydel named as a supplier on Crown Commercial Service Spark Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) Belfast and London-based AgeTech company Kraydel have been named as a supplier on Crown Commercial Service’s Spark DPS, to accelerate delivery of “revolutionary” technology for older adults.
A healthcare system too rigid and risk-averse to embrace the shift to home-based care? There have been an abundance of reports with an almost embarrassing wealth of evidence about the quality and productivity of care outside of hospital settings.
Tired of the gimmicks, Healthtech needs to get its act together The Covid-19 pandemic has meant that health and particularly social care delivery is under public scrutiny like never before.
The challenges of moving from lockdown to “new norm” We’ve had several weeks of listening to the Government, and for those outside England, listening to our devolved leaders, tell us to stay at home to protect ourselves and the NHS.
Resilience will be key to enduring Covid-19 Kraydel’s mission is to enable and increase the resilience and independence of the elderly.
Taking care of your mental health while isolated The restrictions on social contact and movement can feel frustrating, but there are a number of things that can be done to maintain your social connection and improve your mental wellbeing.
AgeTech: How UI design has had to adapt for elderly tech users For those who’ve grown up in the digital age, UX and UI design have become intuitive. We can navigate around any site on any device.
How can the care sector protect the vulnerable during the Covid-19 outbreak? As the Covid-19 pandemic spreads, even the most bustling cities have fallen silent as residents heed the guidance to self-isolate. But whilst we are all in quarantine, for now, there is one group who are far more at-risk than the...
Planning for life in the “New Normal” When this generation looks back at our lives we will begin to reflect on the three new age defining epochs: BC, DC, and AC.

Planning for life in the “New Normal”

20 March 2020 | 0 Comment


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When this generation looks back at our lives we will begin to reflect on the three new age defining epochs: BC, DC, and AC.

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POSTED BY Amer Fasihi

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Matt Hancock embraces “Zoom medicine” and the need for more telehealth Health Secretary Matt Hancock has praised the “hugely positive” response to virtual telehealth appointments during the coronavirus pandemic and supports an ongoing shift towards more “Zoom medicine”.
Kraydel named as a supplier on Crown Commercial Service Spark Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) Belfast and London-based AgeTech company Kraydel have been named as a supplier on Crown Commercial Service’s Spark DPS, to accelerate delivery of “revolutionary” technology for older adults.
A healthcare system too rigid and risk-averse to embrace the shift to home-based care? There have been an abundance of reports with an almost embarrassing wealth of evidence about the quality and productivity of care outside of hospital settings.
Tired of the gimmicks, Healthtech needs to get its act together The Covid-19 pandemic has meant that health and particularly social care delivery is under public scrutiny like never before.
The challenges of moving from lockdown to “new norm” We’ve had several weeks of listening to the Government, and for those outside England, listening to our devolved leaders, tell us to stay at home to protect ourselves and the NHS.
Resilience will be key to enduring Covid-19 Kraydel’s mission is to enable and increase the resilience and independence of the elderly.
Taking care of your mental health while isolated The restrictions on social contact and movement can feel frustrating, but there are a number of things that can be done to maintain your social connection and improve your mental wellbeing.
AgeTech: How UI design has had to adapt for elderly tech users For those who’ve grown up in the digital age, UX and UI design have become intuitive. We can navigate around any site on any device.
How can the care sector protect the vulnerable during the Covid-19 outbreak? As the Covid-19 pandemic spreads, even the most bustling cities have fallen silent as residents heed the guidance to self-isolate. But whilst we are all in quarantine, for now, there is one group who are far more at-risk than the...
Planning for life in the “New Normal” When this generation looks back at our lives we will begin to reflect on the three new age defining epochs: BC, DC, and AC.

Successful social isolation needs purpose and routine

16 March 2020 | 0 Comment


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Sitting in splendid social isolation in London, we see two phrases being used more than any other.

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POSTED BY Michael Tinmouth

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Matt Hancock embraces “Zoom medicine” and the need for more telehealth Health Secretary Matt Hancock has praised the “hugely positive” response to virtual telehealth appointments during the coronavirus pandemic and supports an ongoing shift towards more “Zoom medicine”.
Kraydel named as a supplier on Crown Commercial Service Spark Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) Belfast and London-based AgeTech company Kraydel have been named as a supplier on Crown Commercial Service’s Spark DPS, to accelerate delivery of “revolutionary” technology for older adults.
A healthcare system too rigid and risk-averse to embrace the shift to home-based care? There have been an abundance of reports with an almost embarrassing wealth of evidence about the quality and productivity of care outside of hospital settings.
Tired of the gimmicks, Healthtech needs to get its act together The Covid-19 pandemic has meant that health and particularly social care delivery is under public scrutiny like never before.
The challenges of moving from lockdown to “new norm” We’ve had several weeks of listening to the Government, and for those outside England, listening to our devolved leaders, tell us to stay at home to protect ourselves and the NHS.
Resilience will be key to enduring Covid-19 Kraydel’s mission is to enable and increase the resilience and independence of the elderly.
Taking care of your mental health while isolated The restrictions on social contact and movement can feel frustrating, but there are a number of things that can be done to maintain your social connection and improve your mental wellbeing.
AgeTech: How UI design has had to adapt for elderly tech users For those who’ve grown up in the digital age, UX and UI design have become intuitive. We can navigate around any site on any device.
How can the care sector protect the vulnerable during the Covid-19 outbreak? As the Covid-19 pandemic spreads, even the most bustling cities have fallen silent as residents heed the guidance to self-isolate. But whilst we are all in quarantine, for now, there is one group who are far more at-risk than the...
Planning for life in the “New Normal” When this generation looks back at our lives we will begin to reflect on the three new age defining epochs: BC, DC, and AC.

From social isolation to self isolation

05 March 2020 | 0 Comment


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In 2019, the world had started to realise the growing health crisis that was being caused by loneliness amongst older adults, in particular.

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POSTED BY Amer Fasihi

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Matt Hancock embraces “Zoom medicine” and the need for more telehealth Health Secretary Matt Hancock has praised the “hugely positive” response to virtual telehealth appointments during the coronavirus pandemic and supports an ongoing shift towards more “Zoom medicine”.
Kraydel named as a supplier on Crown Commercial Service Spark Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) Belfast and London-based AgeTech company Kraydel have been named as a supplier on Crown Commercial Service’s Spark DPS, to accelerate delivery of “revolutionary” technology for older adults.
A healthcare system too rigid and risk-averse to embrace the shift to home-based care? There have been an abundance of reports with an almost embarrassing wealth of evidence about the quality and productivity of care outside of hospital settings.
Tired of the gimmicks, Healthtech needs to get its act together The Covid-19 pandemic has meant that health and particularly social care delivery is under public scrutiny like never before.
The challenges of moving from lockdown to “new norm” We’ve had several weeks of listening to the Government, and for those outside England, listening to our devolved leaders, tell us to stay at home to protect ourselves and the NHS.
Resilience will be key to enduring Covid-19 Kraydel’s mission is to enable and increase the resilience and independence of the elderly.
Taking care of your mental health while isolated The restrictions on social contact and movement can feel frustrating, but there are a number of things that can be done to maintain your social connection and improve your mental wellbeing.
AgeTech: How UI design has had to adapt for elderly tech users For those who’ve grown up in the digital age, UX and UI design have become intuitive. We can navigate around any site on any device.
How can the care sector protect the vulnerable during the Covid-19 outbreak? As the Covid-19 pandemic spreads, even the most bustling cities have fallen silent as residents heed the guidance to self-isolate. But whilst we are all in quarantine, for now, there is one group who are far more at-risk than the...
Planning for life in the “New Normal” When this generation looks back at our lives we will begin to reflect on the three new age defining epochs: BC, DC, and AC.

How old is “old”?

28 February 2020 | 0 Comment


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One of the things that causes AgeTech companies like Kraydel difficulty, is how to refer to the very people whom we are trying to assist. Are they “the elderly”, “elders”, “seniors”, “old people”, “the aged”, “geriatrics” or something else?

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POSTED BY Paul Moorhead

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Matt Hancock embraces “Zoom medicine” and the need for more telehealth Health Secretary Matt Hancock has praised the “hugely positive” response to virtual telehealth appointments during the coronavirus pandemic and supports an ongoing shift towards more “Zoom medicine”.
Kraydel named as a supplier on Crown Commercial Service Spark Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) Belfast and London-based AgeTech company Kraydel have been named as a supplier on Crown Commercial Service’s Spark DPS, to accelerate delivery of “revolutionary” technology for older adults.
A healthcare system too rigid and risk-averse to embrace the shift to home-based care? There have been an abundance of reports with an almost embarrassing wealth of evidence about the quality and productivity of care outside of hospital settings.
Tired of the gimmicks, Healthtech needs to get its act together The Covid-19 pandemic has meant that health and particularly social care delivery is under public scrutiny like never before.
The challenges of moving from lockdown to “new norm” We’ve had several weeks of listening to the Government, and for those outside England, listening to our devolved leaders, tell us to stay at home to protect ourselves and the NHS.
Resilience will be key to enduring Covid-19 Kraydel’s mission is to enable and increase the resilience and independence of the elderly.
Taking care of your mental health while isolated The restrictions on social contact and movement can feel frustrating, but there are a number of things that can be done to maintain your social connection and improve your mental wellbeing.
AgeTech: How UI design has had to adapt for elderly tech users For those who’ve grown up in the digital age, UX and UI design have become intuitive. We can navigate around any site on any device.
How can the care sector protect the vulnerable during the Covid-19 outbreak? As the Covid-19 pandemic spreads, even the most bustling cities have fallen silent as residents heed the guidance to self-isolate. But whilst we are all in quarantine, for now, there is one group who are far more at-risk than the...
Planning for life in the “New Normal” When this generation looks back at our lives we will begin to reflect on the three new age defining epochs: BC, DC, and AC.

Navigating the balance between defining the over 70’s and labelling them

23 February 2020 | 0 Comment


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In a recent blog article, Paul Moorhead, Kraydel’s Chief Research Officer asked the question “How Old is Old?” and explored some of the terminology used to define the over 70’s.

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POSTED BY Michael Tinmouth

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Matt Hancock embraces “Zoom medicine” and the need for more telehealth Health Secretary Matt Hancock has praised the “hugely positive” response to virtual telehealth appointments during the coronavirus pandemic and supports an ongoing shift towards more “Zoom medicine”.
Kraydel named as a supplier on Crown Commercial Service Spark Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) Belfast and London-based AgeTech company Kraydel have been named as a supplier on Crown Commercial Service’s Spark DPS, to accelerate delivery of “revolutionary” technology for older adults.
A healthcare system too rigid and risk-averse to embrace the shift to home-based care? There have been an abundance of reports with an almost embarrassing wealth of evidence about the quality and productivity of care outside of hospital settings.
Tired of the gimmicks, Healthtech needs to get its act together The Covid-19 pandemic has meant that health and particularly social care delivery is under public scrutiny like never before.
The challenges of moving from lockdown to “new norm” We’ve had several weeks of listening to the Government, and for those outside England, listening to our devolved leaders, tell us to stay at home to protect ourselves and the NHS.
Resilience will be key to enduring Covid-19 Kraydel’s mission is to enable and increase the resilience and independence of the elderly.
Taking care of your mental health while isolated The restrictions on social contact and movement can feel frustrating, but there are a number of things that can be done to maintain your social connection and improve your mental wellbeing.
AgeTech: How UI design has had to adapt for elderly tech users For those who’ve grown up in the digital age, UX and UI design have become intuitive. We can navigate around any site on any device.
How can the care sector protect the vulnerable during the Covid-19 outbreak? As the Covid-19 pandemic spreads, even the most bustling cities have fallen silent as residents heed the guidance to self-isolate. But whilst we are all in quarantine, for now, there is one group who are far more at-risk than the...
Planning for life in the “New Normal” When this generation looks back at our lives we will begin to reflect on the three new age defining epochs: BC, DC, and AC.

Life Expectations v Longevity

16 January 2020 | 0 Comment


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On the radio yesterday I heard a discussion about the increase in life expectancy during the 20th century. One commentator observed, rather depressingly, that we hadn’t extended life, we had extended death.

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POSTED BY Paul Moorhead

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Matt Hancock embraces “Zoom medicine” and the need for more telehealth Health Secretary Matt Hancock has praised the “hugely positive” response to virtual telehealth appointments during the coronavirus pandemic and supports an ongoing shift towards more “Zoom medicine”.
Kraydel named as a supplier on Crown Commercial Service Spark Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) Belfast and London-based AgeTech company Kraydel have been named as a supplier on Crown Commercial Service’s Spark DPS, to accelerate delivery of “revolutionary” technology for older adults.
A healthcare system too rigid and risk-averse to embrace the shift to home-based care? There have been an abundance of reports with an almost embarrassing wealth of evidence about the quality and productivity of care outside of hospital settings.
Tired of the gimmicks, Healthtech needs to get its act together The Covid-19 pandemic has meant that health and particularly social care delivery is under public scrutiny like never before.
The challenges of moving from lockdown to “new norm” We’ve had several weeks of listening to the Government, and for those outside England, listening to our devolved leaders, tell us to stay at home to protect ourselves and the NHS.
Resilience will be key to enduring Covid-19 Kraydel’s mission is to enable and increase the resilience and independence of the elderly.
Taking care of your mental health while isolated The restrictions on social contact and movement can feel frustrating, but there are a number of things that can be done to maintain your social connection and improve your mental wellbeing.
AgeTech: How UI design has had to adapt for elderly tech users For those who’ve grown up in the digital age, UX and UI design have become intuitive. We can navigate around any site on any device.
How can the care sector protect the vulnerable during the Covid-19 outbreak? As the Covid-19 pandemic spreads, even the most bustling cities have fallen silent as residents heed the guidance to self-isolate. But whilst we are all in quarantine, for now, there is one group who are far more at-risk than the...
Planning for life in the “New Normal” When this generation looks back at our lives we will begin to reflect on the three new age defining epochs: BC, DC, and AC.

How can technology support the sandwich generation?

31 December 2019 | 0 Comment


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As people live longer, and families are started later in life, parents are finding themselves in a difficult situation: they are looking after growing families but also have to take care of ageing parents.
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POSTED BY Rupinder Singh

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Matt Hancock embraces “Zoom medicine” and the need for more telehealth Health Secretary Matt Hancock has praised the “hugely positive” response to virtual telehealth appointments during the coronavirus pandemic and supports an ongoing shift towards more “Zoom medicine”.
Kraydel named as a supplier on Crown Commercial Service Spark Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) Belfast and London-based AgeTech company Kraydel have been named as a supplier on Crown Commercial Service’s Spark DPS, to accelerate delivery of “revolutionary” technology for older adults.
A healthcare system too rigid and risk-averse to embrace the shift to home-based care? There have been an abundance of reports with an almost embarrassing wealth of evidence about the quality and productivity of care outside of hospital settings.
Tired of the gimmicks, Healthtech needs to get its act together The Covid-19 pandemic has meant that health and particularly social care delivery is under public scrutiny like never before.
The challenges of moving from lockdown to “new norm” We’ve had several weeks of listening to the Government, and for those outside England, listening to our devolved leaders, tell us to stay at home to protect ourselves and the NHS.
Resilience will be key to enduring Covid-19 Kraydel’s mission is to enable and increase the resilience and independence of the elderly.
Taking care of your mental health while isolated The restrictions on social contact and movement can feel frustrating, but there are a number of things that can be done to maintain your social connection and improve your mental wellbeing.
AgeTech: How UI design has had to adapt for elderly tech users For those who’ve grown up in the digital age, UX and UI design have become intuitive. We can navigate around any site on any device.
How can the care sector protect the vulnerable during the Covid-19 outbreak? As the Covid-19 pandemic spreads, even the most bustling cities have fallen silent as residents heed the guidance to self-isolate. But whilst we are all in quarantine, for now, there is one group who are far more at-risk than the...
Planning for life in the “New Normal” When this generation looks back at our lives we will begin to reflect on the three new age defining epochs: BC, DC, and AC.

The trade-off between privacy and peace-of-mind in caring for older adults

02 September 2019 | 0 Comment


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Privacy has become a major issue in the era of big data. But what is the trade-off between privacy and the benefits of peace-of-mind in the care of older adults?

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POSTED BY Paul Moorhead

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Matt Hancock embraces “Zoom medicine” and the need for more telehealth Health Secretary Matt Hancock has praised the “hugely positive” response to virtual telehealth appointments during the coronavirus pandemic and supports an ongoing shift towards more “Zoom medicine”.
Kraydel named as a supplier on Crown Commercial Service Spark Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) Belfast and London-based AgeTech company Kraydel have been named as a supplier on Crown Commercial Service’s Spark DPS, to accelerate delivery of “revolutionary” technology for older adults.
A healthcare system too rigid and risk-averse to embrace the shift to home-based care? There have been an abundance of reports with an almost embarrassing wealth of evidence about the quality and productivity of care outside of hospital settings.
Tired of the gimmicks, Healthtech needs to get its act together The Covid-19 pandemic has meant that health and particularly social care delivery is under public scrutiny like never before.
The challenges of moving from lockdown to “new norm” We’ve had several weeks of listening to the Government, and for those outside England, listening to our devolved leaders, tell us to stay at home to protect ourselves and the NHS.
Resilience will be key to enduring Covid-19 Kraydel’s mission is to enable and increase the resilience and independence of the elderly.
Taking care of your mental health while isolated The restrictions on social contact and movement can feel frustrating, but there are a number of things that can be done to maintain your social connection and improve your mental wellbeing.
AgeTech: How UI design has had to adapt for elderly tech users For those who’ve grown up in the digital age, UX and UI design have become intuitive. We can navigate around any site on any device.
How can the care sector protect the vulnerable during the Covid-19 outbreak? As the Covid-19 pandemic spreads, even the most bustling cities have fallen silent as residents heed the guidance to self-isolate. But whilst we are all in quarantine, for now, there is one group who are far more at-risk than the...
Planning for life in the “New Normal” When this generation looks back at our lives we will begin to reflect on the three new age defining epochs: BC, DC, and AC.