Uniguest acquires the technology company Sagely

Specialized in technology for the elderly, Sagely will merge with the company Touchtown of Uniguest to create one of the reference suppliers in this sector.

In its strategy to create a technological platform for participation and communication worldwide, regardless of the sector, the North American Uniguest has acquired the also American Sagely, technology provider for the elderly, that adds to the brands Tripleplay, Onelan, Janus Displays, VCTV y Touchtown of the multinational.

Sagely to merge with nursing home brand Touchtown, also belonging to Uniguest, to strengthen and expand its service and support to senior communities with easy-to-use, data-driven digital tools.

Before your acquisition, Touchtown partnered with more than 1.300 senior communities to reduce social isolation and employee turnover, increase transfers and length of stay and improve participation in wellness initiatives.

Now, Touchtown and Sagely combination will provide digital signage technology, television in the room, smart assistants, activity calendars, mobile applications and other engagement services to almost 1.800 senior communities around the world.

“Touchtown has been a notable addition to the Uniguest family, Their connection to the communities they serve is inspiring. When we got in touch with Sagely and discovered they shared the same passion and drive, We knew instantly that it was a perfect fit for our business.”, the general director of Uniguest has pointed out, Jeff Hiscox.

Sagely will operate under the Touchtown division, addressed as vp. senior by Mike Rethage, who explains that “when we come together, We bring talent and experience to both Sagely and Touchtown clients, as well as the entire Uniguest family. The service, The support and solutions we offer will be greatly improved, which will allow us to continue simplifying the communication and commitment of our clients, while improving people's lives”.

For your part, Alex Bitoun, director general de Sagely, emphasizes that “The well-being and care of the people in our communities is our top priority, so after seeing how the Touchtown experience was enriched after its acquisition by Uniguest, We knew it was a family we wanted to be part of.”.

This manager adds the advantages of the acquisition: “we have a shared vision and a common goal of creating happy older adults, healthy, connected and independent, and together with Uniguest and Touchtown we know that we will meet that goal. We are excited to announce this next step in our journey”.