Seniors have a reputation for not being very technologically friendly. This is true to some extent, mostly because technology changes so fast. After all, they’re releasing new phones and updates all the time! Don’t let all the changes scare your senior loved ones away from technology, and don’t let it scare you away from teaching them how to use technology either.Loneliness is a real problem for seniors. Not only are seniors feeling lonelier than ever, those that feel disconnected increase their risk of d… Read more →
When you think of a medical alert system, what comes to mind? If you’re like me, the famous image of a senior sprawled out on the floor saying, “Help, I’ve fallen and I can’t get up!” is what you envision. It’s not surprising.Medical alert system companies hit the senior market hard. After all, they’re the demographic that can benefit from their products the most. A fall can be devastating to a senior. Just one accident and they could end up in the nursing home. This worry prompts the elderly and … Read more →
In memory of Florence Henderson, who passed away peacefully this Thanksgiving (2016) surrounded by family, I spent much of this evening thinking back to the enjoyment and comfort that classic show, The Brady Bunch, gave me. As Gen-Xers, my friends and I ritually returned home from school every day to turn on the TV and watch re-runs of the Brady Bunch. I cannot remember a bit of Spanish I was taught growing up, but pretty much every Brady scene is emblazoned into my brain with great clarity: from Peter rescuing the… Read more →
Have a medical alert system? Congratulations on your ability to remain independent in your own home!Having the ability to connect to emergency personnel at the touch of a button ensures that you get the help you need when you need it, but it can also provide your family with peace of mind. Hopefully you’ve found it easy to integrate a medical alert system into your day-to-day life, especially since so many pendants don’t even look like they’re part of a medical alert system!That’s because medical al… Read more →
As summer turns into fall, and fall turns into winter, there are a lot of wonderful things to look forward to. The smell of burning leaves, roasted marshmallows, and the holiday season are at the top of everyone’s list. Most seniors are excited for the holiday season because it means getting to spend more time with family and friends!It’s never too early to start getting ready for colder temperatures. This is especially true for seniors, as winter weather can be even more dangerous than it is for younger ge… Read more →
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