Eldera.ai Connects Young Children With The Elderly, And It’s Awesome

Eldera.ai Connects Young Children With The Elderly, And It’s Awesome

Getty getty “Leadership is about recognizing where society is falling short and taking action to bridge those gaps,” says Dana Griffin, CEO and founder of Eldera. It’s hard to disagree that loneliness and a lack of connection, part of today’s significant societal challenges, affect millions globally and have profound impacts on mental health. “At Eldera, …

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Does the Internet Protect the Elderly From Cognitive Decline?

Does the Internet Protect the Elderly From Cognitive Decline?

The results of a large longitudinal study spanning several years support a decrease in the risk for dementia among older adults who regularly use the internet for < 2 hours per day.  Several cross-sectional and longitudinal studies (though with relatively short follow-up periods) suggest that regular internet use helps maintain cognitive reserve, although some observers …

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