Can Cell Phones Promote Senior Independent Living?

The world’s population is aging, and along with this comes the task of having to care for senior members of a family which, unless they all live in the same house, can be a pretty stressful task for many. Thankfully, technology like cell phones for seniors are beginning to shape up to help the elderly manage life at home even when they’re alone.  The elderly population...

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On Technology and Senior Emergency Care

Technological advancement has evolved in such a way that it encompasses most aspects of one’s daily life, and thankfully, even your elderly loved ones aren’t left behind. From efficient cell phones that seniors can easily use without a lot of fuss, to those with one-click or one-button emergency dial, senior citizens’ health can now be much more closely monitored.  Senior...

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Why the Elderly Will Need Cell Phones of Their Own

The landmark generation of baby boomers, those born from 1946-1964, are starting to enter their golden years. This means that a lot of these citizens are eventually going to be exposed to the perks and drawbacks of being a senior citizen, and one of the greatest threats a senior from the boom generation will experience is the reality of being alone. Technologies like computers...

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Old Dogs and New Tricks: Phones for the Elderly

Current research has shown that citizens aged 65 and above are slowly adapting to the digital age, with a third of them subscribed to a form of social media such as Facebook and Twitter. More than three-fourths of people aged 66-74 have cellular phones, keeping them connected to their loved ones. It is important to note that the early Baby Boomers of the 1960s are approaching...

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Keep in (Mobile) Touch with Your Elderly Loved One

Multiple studies have shown that communication is very important for senior citizens as it allows them to maintain the relationships they cherish the most and stave off depression. This piece of information is important because many senior citizens live in areas that are quite far from their children and grandchildren. In an effort to close the distance between families and their...

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Modern Senior: On Phones for the Elderly

Understandably, elders may find it a bit challenging to use modern smartphones that younger folks use on a daily basis. Not only is there a gap in terms of understanding the technological functions, the practical, ergonomic features also tend to be not senior-friendly. Fortunately, manufacturers have taken notice of the discrepancy in the mobile phone industry’s target market...

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Keeping in Touch with Your Senior Loved Ones

Today’s fast-paced lifestyle entails focusing on your career. After all, you need it to secure the future of your family. Consequently, your parents tend to fall behind on your list of priorities. It can get lonely in the days of retirement. Chances are, your parents are thinking of you since they have a lot of time for reflection. Surprise them with a heartfelt conversation over...

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Cool “Nanatech” Gadgets for Seniors

Seniors are leading increasingly independent lives due to various advances in science and technology. However, with the rising cost of hospital care and the current labor shortage among caregivers, seniors will need to invest in tech gadgets designed to reinforce independent living. Known as “nanatech” gadgets, some of the latest products wouldn't be out of place in a science...

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