Show notes
Do you really know how innovative and affordable technology solutions can transform how we care for individuals with disabilities, aging adults, and veterans? In today's episode, the President of SimplyHome: Empowered by Technology, Jason Ray, talks about the company's history, focus on technology, and how to provide a person-centered experience with remote support. Jason also discusses some of the unique devices and sensors that are commonly used in a home environment and how technology can be used to bridge the gap between people and support services. Let's dig into how to provide remote support services to individuals who need assistance living independently or with in-home support! Key Highlights: [00:01 - 05:36] Opening Segment Jason introduces SimplyHome: Empowered by Technology Why technology needs to be used in a person-centered way to provide the best possible service to clients Challenges that Simply Home faces when providing remote support services [05:37 - 16:20] Technology Can Be Used To Help Support People How technology can be a helpful tool in providing services to people with disabilities The issues in implementing technology-based services Why there’s a need for more efficient and effective service provision [16:21 - 25:10]Home and Community Based Services Challenges that States and organizations are having from a funding perspective How technology can be used to help people stay dependent on agencies or organizations The importance of privacy and the best practices for implementing technology in a person-centered way [25:11 - 30:44] Closing Segment There are many different ways to provide accessible housing Do you want to connect with Jason Ray? Follow him on LinkedIn. Make sure to visit SimpleHome, and learn more about how their technology empowers individuals to live their own self-determined lifestyles while addressing the concerns of caregivers. Tweetable Quotes: "Anything that is done from a technology perspective really needs to be done in a person-centered way and not in a technology-centered way." - Jason Ray "We really want to understand what are the unique needs, abilities, challenges, preferences of a person, and then fit the right technology to that." - Jason Ray To learn more, share feedback, or share guest ideas, please visit our website, or contact us on Facebook and Twitter. Like what you've heard? Please review us! That helps let other people know about the podcast. Accessible Housing Matters is dedicated to raising awareness about important issues around accessibility and housing, and getting conversations going. I'd love to learn more about what's on your mind and get your feedback about the show. Contact me directly at [email protected] to share your thoughts or arrange a call.