In a recent pilot conducted by Satakunta Testbed, the streaming art platform ArtPlayer has been successfully tested in Finnish long-term care homes (Ruskatalot Palveluyhdistys ry and a private community service housing unit) showing promising benefits for residents’ wellbeing through the use of digital signage and art streaming.
The pilot explored across multiple devices how this innovative welfare technology could help calm residents, evoke meaningful memories, stimulate conversation, and complement caregiving practices.
The pilot highlights the potential of integrating digital signage and streaming art into elder care environments as part of person-centred care.
Findings include;
- The use of streaming art created calming environments, especially during evenings, and helped many residents relax or drift off peacefully.
- Art content often evoked emotional memories and storytelling, particularly when familiar landscapes or classical works were shown, benefiting especially those living with dementia.
- Communal viewing sessions increased engagement — residents who usually stayed in private rooms were drawn into group activities, fostering social bonds.
- Staff found ArtPlayer intuitive and flexible, suited for both individual and group use, and appreciated how it provided an appealing alternative to traditional TV or static whiteboards.
The pilot indicates that integrating digital signage together with streaming art has strong potential to enrich the daily lives of older adults in care settings — promoting relaxation, social inclusion, and meaningful engagement.