Using Technology to Support our Elders

KKV’s Elder Care program was forced by COVID-19 to suspend all in-person services, including the very popular exercise program. Last October, we created a pilot virtual exercise program and live streamed the program to a small group of seniors who connected with us through tablets. KKV provided tablets and training for those who didn’t have access to these devices. The program has been extremely successful and Elder Care has expanded the number of participants each month. We now offer the exercise program three times a week. Below are some of the stories from seniors in our program.

“I would like to express my sincere admiration to KKV Elder Care Programs you provided to us Kupuna.

KKV staff called to remind me about the tele-exercise session. I am delighted with this latest innovation because it makes me healthier. I appreciate everything that KKV has done for me over the past several years. As always, I count on KKV to go the extra mile for us seniors! Mahalo” 80 years old.

“I could hardly walk and my joints and back are so tight and my knees are giving up too.

With generous help from KKV, providing me with in-home respite, transportation, and exercise, my health and well-being has really improved. I am thankful for my respite worker [who] assists me in [operating] my tablet so I can join the tele-exercise program three times a week. With this program, I am able to continue living at home and can cope with my difficult situation. I can sleep better and live in my clean little house. I do not feel alone. KKV’s Elder Care program is a remarkable. My forever heartfelt appreciation to KKV.” 86 years old.

“Because I want to live longer, I attend all the activities offered by KKV for us seniors…

[this includes] counseling support, exercise and many educational topics that prevent injuries and illness. I can sleep better and think better. KKV’s health maintenance exercise program has been good for me. It is wonderful to have the help of the caring staff. The tele-exercise is such a blessing because it gives me strength, even if it’s just three days a week. This is saving my life and my family. Thank you KKV for your tireless efforts. My family and I are much happier now.” 77 year old.