I’ll never forget when an aunt bought a foot massager for my 105-year-old great grandmother. As soon as she dipped her feet in the water, heard the rumbling vibrations, and saw the LED lights come on, she almost fell out of her chair with fright. My aunt had the best intentions, but clearly this was […]
Technology
Best Tablets for Seniors
As seniors get more involved with technology, games, and apps, tablets are becoming increasingly popular. They’re much easier to use than laptops, are lighter, and use simple touch controls. That’s why today we’re talking about the best tablets for seniors. But first, let’s talk a little bit about why tablets are so good and what […]
9 Tips and Techniques for Teaching Older Adults Technology
Technology can be confusing, especially for people from older generations. But, technology is also powerful and it’s important to find ways to teach older adults how to use technology well.
Carely App Review – Does Carely Help Caregivers?
The right tools can make caregiving a much easier and less stressful process. So, what about Carely? Is the app worthwhile?
16 Caregiving Products That Can Make A Surprising Difference
This post highlights a selection of caregiving products that are simple but can be surprisingly powerful.
The Value of a Portable Caregiving Paging System
I learned many lessons as a caregiver. One was that the challenges are unexpected. Sure, there are many big things that are often talked about, like memory loss, advanced care planning, health concerns and more. Yet, the little things can sometimes feel worse. They’re often draining. And, because they’re such small issues, many caregivers never […]