Activating this simple function on your smartphone can help save you or your loved one's life in an emergency.
8 CommentsMeet the caregiver who is using Christmas carols and other musical methods to help people with Alzheimer's and their families enjoy life to the fullest.
4 CommentsIntroducing an older adult to a new technology can enhance their lives tremendously. Check out these top reasons to get your aging family member a tablet computer
1 CommentThe ChopChop kitchen is one industrial designer's answer to helping seniors age (and cook) in the comfort of their own homes.
0 CommentsThanks to advances in wearable technology, a new generation of undergarments that defend against falls and infections may soon be available to seniors and their caregivers.
8 CommentsAlzheimer's experts have teamed up to create a virtual world where people with dementia can find peace and confidence.
4 CommentsMinivans with adaptations that enable wheelchair users to easily get in and out can be very beneficial for seniors and their caregivers.
1 CommentA new eating utensil that uses cameras and motors to counteract the effects of tremors aims to help seniors with unsteady hands feed themselves with confidence.
1 CommentNeed a nice holiday gift for the senior who needs a little bit of extra care? Find suggestions for good gifts to give an aging loved one that is helpful as well as thoughtful.
4 CommentsFamily caregivers often struggle with how to help their loved ones manage money. A new debit card offers elders a safer way to pay for purchases by preventing them from falling for common financial scams.
7 CommentsDifferent types of technology can be very helpful for caregivers of elders with dementia. What I really need is a "Charlie App."
11 CommentsThese smart phone applications can help you lower your stress levels, manage your loved one’s medications, improve your memory, and even find something to cook for dinner.
9 CommentsUsing wedges in shoes may not only reduce pain in the knees while walking, it may also slow the progression of knee osteoarthritis.
0 CommentsIn-home care, adult day care, respite care, and home safety equipment are alternatives to assisted living that allow seniors to age in place safely.
0 CommentsVirtual doctor’s appointments help caregivers and seniors minimize physical contact while receiving medical care. Learn how to help an older adult transition to telehealth platforms to improve access to care from the safety and comfort of their own home.
2 CommentsTaking the correct medication and dosage at the right time becomes increasingly difficult with age. We’ve compiled experienced caregivers’ suggestions of products and services that can prompt a senior to take their meds and track their doses.
0 CommentsFamily caregivers often struggle to reposition and transfer elders with very limited mobility, thereby endangering their own health and that of their loved ones. Patient lift assist devices help prevent falls and injuries and may be covered by Medicare.
1 CommentAmazon's latest interactive electronic device may help dementia patients with some of their confusion and keep them engaged. This gadget may also help caregivers manage repetitive dementia behaviors and stay organized.
3 CommentsNew technological developments in the healthcare industry hold great promise for seniors with chronic medical conditions. Telemedicine enables them to live in the community longer and avoid hospitalization, all at a relatively low cost.
0 CommentsCompanies are creating robots that can complete household and caregiver tasks, provide comfort in the shape of a cat, as well as call 9-1-1 in an emergency. But where do we draw the line?
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