The holidays are a great time to simply observe the aging process of your loved ones and to anticipate the process of planning for the future. Depending on what you observe, you can lay the foundations for future conversations about life changes, whether that means making plans to age in place, move closer to loved ones, or find a more supported living setting.
Read MoreSimplyHome has been named one of OUTSIDE’s Best Places to Work of 2016. Each year, OUTSIDE recognizes the top 100 companies in the United States that help their employees strike the ideal balance between work and play.
Read MoreDavid Maennle is an accomplished young man who directly benefits from assistive technology in North Carolina. David’s chosen lifestyle -- living independently in the community with the help of technology -- saves the State of North Carolina almost $80,000 per year. David was born with an intellectual disability, but as his mother Becky says, “He is able to do everything that he puts his mind to. He just does it a bit differently.”
Read MoreANCOR’s statement marks a pivotal moment for providers seeking to keep up with changing resources and for states that face long waiting lists. SimplyHome's Jason Ray explains why this is such a big moment for ANCOR: “ANCOR is not merely saying that incorporating technology is important -- they’re saying it is a requirement for providers to remain sustainable in the future and to meet the requirements of the HCBS final rule and Olmstead."
Read MoreSimplyHome asked Brian a few questions about his life after Extreme Makeover, how technology impacts his life today, and where his goals will lead him next!
Read MoreIf you are interested in exploring assistive technology to promote an individual’s independence, the first step is completing an online intake form. Once our customer service team receives the completed intake form, we will schedule a complimentary over-the-phone assessment.
Read MoreDavid Maennle’s story is a great example of how technology can promote independence and create customized outcomes for people with disabilities. David Maennle is an accomplished young man with Down syndrome who won’t take no for an answer.
Read MoreWhen using the new SimplyHome platform, Veterans and Service members with physical disabilities will be able to issue single voice commands to accomplish complex sequences of pre-customized actions. A single command such as "time to go to bed" can lock doors, set the thermostat, and turn off lights in the home.
Read MoreProviders in the state of New York are empowering individuals to live independently in the community, and saving money at the same time.
Read MoreRecently the Aaron Tuneberg Remote Supports Project was featured in the Daily Camera, the Boulder, Colorado newspaper.
This program is being run by Imagine!, a Boulder County non-profit that helps people with developmental disabilities. Imagine! partners with SimplyHome to provide technology to their clients at multiple locations, so that those clients can gain safety and independence while living on their own in the community.
Read MoreSimplyHome, LLC has been awarded a Specially Adapted Housing Assistive Technology Grant (SAHAT) by the Veterans Benefit Administration. The purpose of the SAHAT grant program is to improve home adaptions or enhance a Veteran's or Servicemember's ability to live independently, such as voice-recognition and voice-command operations, living environment controls, and adaptive feeding equipment.
Read MoreA new bill, Kevin and Avonte’s Law, has the potential to assist caregivers and families who have loved ones with Alzheimer’s or Autism with a tendency to wander.
Read MoreWe’re excited to announce SimplyHome has been awarded the 2016 Sky High Growth Award by the Asheville Chamber of Commerce. This award, based on growth in revenue and employment, also recognizes 35 other companies in Asheville. We believe our growth has been parallel to that of Asheville and the work we do reflects the work of this city.
Read MoreSimplyHome technology engages local, familiar and natural supports so they can be available when they’re needed, instead of being at a site all the time just in case there is a need.
This week is NYSACRA’s 39th Annual Conference, “Listen Up,” taking place April 19th - 22nd. Our New York partner Meghan O’Sullivan will be speaking about the types of technology available and the outcomes of a grant recently administered by NYSACRA.
Read MoreThe Ring Video doorbell enables family, friends and caregivers to be notified of any activity at an individual’s front door, day or night, and then speak with the visitor.
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