CHARLOTTE: A group of international senior housing designers has determined that ten trends are evolving in the over 50s housing sector. The group’s edicts, guidelines and advice is:
9. Increased cross-platform technology integration
Gone are the days of community computer labs; now communities are hardwired for Wi-Fi to accommodate the iPads, Skype and social networking devices seniors rely on. USB plugs and other technology connections are being installed in common areas to accommodate this demand. Resident monitoring systems connected to electronic records are also growing in assisted living and memory care.