Older Americans Month: Local innovators seek to improve the elder care industry

<p>This week on <em>Under the Radar with Callie Crossley:</em></p> <p>The pandemic has accelerated the systemic problems elders face, like caregiver burnout, nursing home shutdowns and worsening isolation. Not to mention the ever-increasing price tag that comes with such care. But inspired by global models and local successes, innovative solutions are on the rise. During May, <strong><a href="https://acl.gov/oam/2022/older-americans-month-2022" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Older Americans Month</a></strong>, we're giving an up-close look at specific ways to improve the systems and culture that support and sustain elders.</p> <p>GUESTS:</p> <p><strong><a href="https://www.ianacare.com/blog/co-founder-story-our-why" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Jessica Kim</a></strong> is cofounder of <strong><a href="https://www.ianacare.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">ianacare</a></strong>, a Boston-based startup that provides tech-enabled caregiver support through employers and health plans.</p> <p><strong><a href="https://www.slcenter.org/2020/10/26/meet-joe-carella-of-scandinavian-living-center-creating-unlimited-options-for-aging-the-path-forward/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Joe Carella</a></strong> is executive director of the <strong><a href="https://www.slcenter.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Scandinavian Living Center,</a></strong> an assisted-living facility specializing in community-centered living in Newton, Mass.</p> <p><strong><a href="https://twitter.com/marmarly" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Marlena del Hierro</a></strong> is a gerontologist and VP of partnerships at <strong><a href="https://www.seniorly.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Seniorly</a></strong>, an online platform providing access and insight to thousands of senior living communities across the country.</p>