In the News
We are honored to share that PingCares Founder & CEO Sean Liu has been named a 2025 Innovators Award winner by the Society of Innovators at Purdue Northwest. This recognition celebrates our mission to empower older adults through accessible and innovative technology. Thank you to the Society for shining a spotlight on senior-tech solutions that make a difference.
Published on: October 29, 2025
Dozens of community members recently gathered to receive their PingCares Watch and learn how it supports independent living through emergency calling, health monitoring, and caregiver connection. This rollout reinforces PingCares’ mission to make elder care more accessible, safer, and deeply community-oriented.
Published on: October 15, 2025
The segment highlights VOA and the Institute for Public Health Innovation’s work to design affordable senior housing in DC’s Ward 6 with user-friendly technology like fall-detection wearables. PingCares is among the innovations explored, showcasing how resident-driven design and smart health tools can improve safety, independence, and quality of life for seniors.
Published on: August 26, 2025
PingCares was selected as 1 of 6 ventures from 497 applicants to join Volunteers of America's Futures Fund Community Health Incubator. With support from the Humana Foundation, this first-of-its-kind program accelerates social enterprises serving Medicaid and at-risk populations through grants, mentorship, partnerships, and venture capital opportunities.
Published on: June 10, 2025
The article discusses how PingCares partners with The Glenwood Community's Entrepreneur-in-Residence program, which invites entrepreneurs to develop tailored solutions for seniors. This initiative enhances community engagement and independence, showcasing how innovation can improve quality of life in senior living.
Published on: September 19, 2024
Interview with Techstination
In an interview, Fred Fishkin speaks with Sean Liu of PingCares about their affordable watch for older adults, focusing on safety features that enhance security and provide peace of mind for seniors and their families.
Published on: September 19, 2024
Product Demo at mHUB Chicago
In the product showcase, a Ping (now known as PingCares) representative emphasized how the watches significantly improve seniors' lives by offering health monitoring and safety features. The pitch highlighted the watches' ability to promote independence while providing peace of mind for both seniors and their families.
Posted on: May 19, 2022
mHUB MedTech Accelerator Demo Day
In the Demo Day event hosted by mHUB, Sean Liu, Founder and CEO of Ping (now known as PingCares), highlights the significance of the watch design in fostering family connections. He emphasizes how a customer-centered approach drives the effectiveness and success of PingCares.
Posted on: May 19, 2022
The mHUB MedTech Accelerator has secured initial investment from Baxter and Edward-Elmhurst Health, with input from Sean Liu, CEO of Ping (now known as PingCares). This collaboration aims to support startups in developing innovative medical technologies to address key healthcare challenges. The initiative seeks to enhance patient care and drive growth in the MedTech sector.
Published on: April 12, 2022
In the interview, Sean Liu highlights barriers such as technological apprehension and skepticism among seniors regarding the PingCares watches. He discusses the importance of education and community engagement to build trust and facilitate adoption within the senior community.
Posted on: June 24, 2021
The Edward L. Kaplan New Venture Challenge celebrates its 25th anniversary by featuring twelve startups competing for at least $1 million in funding, one of them being Ping (now known as PingCares). These innovative ventures span various industries, showcasing entrepreneurial talent and creativity from participants.
Published on: May 25, 2021
Ping (now known as PingCares), founded by Sean Liu, addresses the challenges of staying connected with family, especially for those living far away. Inspired by his own experiences and the worries shared by his classmates during the COVID-19 pandemic, the company aims to help people maintain close ties with their loved ones.