From microphones to OTC hearing aids, know the options available to help you hear better The world of hearing accessories is vast and wide, and the population of people who use them is just as diverse. Nearly 48 million Americans have some degree of hearing loss, from mild to profound, according to the Hearing Loss […]
Virtual voice assistants provide crucial services for older adults For younger generations, technology is as normal as air. With smartphones, smart cars, and smart homes, it’s hard for anyone born after the 1990s to Read More
The Value of Video Gaming for Older Adults I always thought the life cycle of a video gamer mirrored that of a Dark Age denizen: You’re done at 25. I’m 42, which makes me Egyptian Read More
Communication-based healthcare apps stand to improve complex care coordination, which is especially important for older adults Consider all of the care providers involved in the typical person’s medical care: primary care physician, therapist, gynecologist Read More
Struggling to keep track of everything? These products keep your memory in check For older adults with memory issues, technology can make life a whole lot easier — even if tech products may at first feel Read More
Tech tools can help with hearing loss, without pumping up the volume Louder is not always better. Certainly, that’s the case with TV volume. Many older adults with hearing loss turn up the TV Read More
Op-Ed: Senior Tech Meets the Challenges of an Aging Society
Caregiving is committed to publishing a diversity of opinions. The opinions expressed in this op-ed article are the author’s own. Americans are living longer today, with more than 54 million people age 65 and older. With Read More
5 tools to help older adults connect Along with the pandemic came social distancing, lockdowns, and a reshaping of how older adults view technology. Whatever their past misgivings about tech, many have now jumped on board. Read More
As the holiday season approaches, finding the right gifts for people with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease need not be difficult. Look for gifts that relate to the types of activities your loved one enjoyed Read More
Helping older adults master new devices In today’s techy world, it’s more important than ever to master new devices in order to stay in touch and access opportunities. But as anyone who has Read More