Alfred Poor

"Stay Home, Stay Safe!
How technology helps seniors remain in their own homes"

MEETING DATE: September 16, 2016

Technology now can help seniors safely remain in their homes, instead of moving to supervised group settings. In this fast-paced, non-technical program, wearable technology expert Alfred Poor, PhD, provides a practical overview of aging-in-place devices, remote medicine, and other affordable systems that make it practical for seniors to remain in their own homes, maintain an ndependent life, and save money. At the same time, these systems provide safety and peace of mind for all involved.

Alfred Poor, Ph.D. is a dynamic speaker and author with an international reputation in technology fields. He is the Editor of “Health Tech Insider,” a website and newsletter that covers the health and medical applications of wearable technology. He brings energy and humor to his presentations, and is able to tailor his program to match the technical levels and interests of his audience. A graduate of Harvard, he is the author or co-author of more than a dozen books.