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What Texas can learn from Japanese cities that give technology to its senior citizens
By By Terri Langford The Texas Tribune at Denton Record-Chronicle
· June 28, 2026
· 1 min read
TOKYO — In Shibuya, home to one of Tokyo’s busiest train stations and shopping destinations, seniors can choose a monitoring service and the city will install it and pay for the service subscription for up to a year.
Why this matters in Denton News
As Denton 's population ages, the city could benefit from exploring similar initiatives to support its senior citizens. Providing technology to help monitor and assist seniors could have a significant impact on their quality of life, allowing them to maintain independence and stay connected with their community. In Denton, where a growing number of residents are retirement-age, such a program could be particularly valuable. By investing in technology for seniors, the city could also reduce the burden on local healthcare services and social support networks. The experience of cities like Shibuya could serve as a model for Denton to develop its own innovative solutions, tailored to the specific needs of its senior population. This could involve partnerships with local businesses, non-profits, and healthcare providers to develop and implement effective programs.
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Category: business ·
Published: June 28, 2026 ·
Source: Denton Record-Chronicle ·
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