086: VAL (Virtual Assisted Living) with MIT AgeLab

In the second of a two-part series, Patti welcomes back Dr. Joseph Coughlin PhD, Director of the MIT AgeLab. Together they discuss VAL – Virtual Assisted Living in retirement.  This new concept depends heavily on the awareness that technological advancements have the capability to greatly improve quality of life in retirement.  In Dr. Coughlin’s book, “The Longevity Economy”, he explains why longevity planning should be an integral part of retirement planning.  With so many retirees choosing, and hoping, to stay in their homes as long as possible – VAL is a program that offers solutions to help make that happen.