I.T. Solved Blog

We all know how easy it is to get distracted while surfing the ‘Net.  A related story here, a special offer there, and suddenly you’re running in a whole different direction from where you started. However, that seemingly innocuous link may prove to be a trap, divulging information you never intended to share. So it’s increasingly important you develop browsing habits that will help you improve the security of your online activities.

Below we've put together a list of simple recommendations that will significantly strengthen your browsing security.

  The vcpi team is heading to Phoenix for the 2022 American Seniors Housing Association Annual Meeting. We are so excited to kick off 2022 meeting up at the nation's premier organization for executives in the senior living industry.

In 2004 HDI, an international organization for technical support professionals, introduced the Analyst of the Year award. Each year, HDI works with their local chapters around the globe to identify the industry's top first-level support analyst. Individuals who are nominated at the local chapter level compete with their peers locally, regionally, and globally for this prestigious award.  

No that is not a typo. Phone phishing, or vishing, is the criminal practice of using the telephone system to gain access to personal and financial information for the purpose of committing fraud. Vcpi has noticed an uptick in vishing over the past several months. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), “Malicious cyber criminals are attempting to leverage interest and activity in COVID-19 to launch coronavirus-themed campaigns.”

Prior to the COVID-19 pandemic the use of telehealth was a rising trend in Senior Living but had yet to reach widespread acceptance by both providers and patients. Even within early adopters the actual use was relatively low compared to the total resident population.

Big Data is the Hidden Treasure 

It’s no secret that data analytics is prevalent in essentially every industry, but you may be wondering what the big deal about big data really is and how it concerns you as a senior living provider.

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Assistive technologies are gaining traction in senior care communities. Soon, older adults and their families will value a senior care community's technology features as much its dining options and caregiving staff. 

From caregiver mobile apps to "smart" homes, digital tools are becoming a necessity for seniors transitioning between types of care. As care goes more digital, it becomes more critical than ever for senior living organizations to protect their IT systems against data breaches and the costly HIPAA fines that come with them.

Gone are the days where a "typical" caregiver is a female working at patient bedsides for 12 hour shifts. Technology is changing the senior care narrative, and you can use it to help older adults live their best lives. 

Southwest LTC: Client Success Story

Southwest LTC, one of vcpi’s longest running clients, leased four buildings in March 2019 through their affiliates, which were scheduled to open in April. Timing and expertise mean everything with acquisition situations. We understand that caregivers must have on-demand access to patient records that hold medication information, scheduling, and more. Internet disruption makes it hard for employees to view these files, which can be life threatening to patients.