We have devoted a lot of pages to medical alert systems on this site. They are essential if you live alone and have serious mobility issues or memory problems, but what if you are relatively fit, healthy, you and need a push in the right direction? A medical alert system …
TV remotes are fiddly at the best of times. Once you add a mobility issue or vision problems to the mix, you have a recipe for disaster. Even the most able-bodied individuals have had times when they keep hitting the wrong button, can’t see the numbers, or get frustrated with …
In the latter stages of dementia, it’s common for sufferers to lose track of time. They may drift into the past and lose themselves completely, and they may forget key appointments and dates. Simple clocks aren’t always effective, as they often overlook details that are assumed obvious and unnecessary. For …
A GPS tracker is a simple but potentially lifesaving device that pinpoints a wearer’s location and allows loved ones or emergency services to track them down. These tracking devices are particularly useful for people suffering from dementia, providing the wearer with some much-needed support and giving their family members and care providers some peace of mind. In this guide, we’ll showcase the best GPS tracking devices, while highlighting …
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Personal sound amplifiers can boost environmental noise and make it easier to hear other people, while also picking up noises from the TV and other sources. They typically contain many different features and settings and can suit a range of different users. These hearing devices won’t work for everyone and will likely provide no …
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If you wear glasses, you’ll understand how difficult it can be to find suitable sunglasses. You can’t swap your prescription glasses for non-prescription sunglasses because you’re essentially gaining UV protection while losing the ability to see. There are other options, but they can be expensive and problematic. One of the …
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One of the best things you can do for your health is to regularly monitor your blood pressure. It’s important to keep those readings in a stable range, as your risk of developing serious complications increases significantly when they drop too low or climb too high. Fortunately, you don’t need …
The Alzheimer’s Association estimates that as many as 60% of individuals with dementia will wander off. They are more likely to go missing and more likely to be harmed as a result. Dementia caregivers live with a constant fear that the patient will disappear and hurt themselves. Close monitoring is essential but …
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If you’re caring for an elderly relative, you may have briefly considered buying them a smartphone, only to change your mind when you remember that they’re still asking for troubleshooting advice on a PC you gave them 6 years ago. But while a smartphone can be tricky for non-tech-savvy users …
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It’s easy to dismiss watches as being superfluous and not much more than simple fashion accessories. After all, we all have phones and we’re always a click or glance away from seeing the time. However, a watch can be significantly easier and more accessible and, if you’ve been wearing a …
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If you live alone and suffer from mobility problems, whether caused by an illness, a disability, or just part of the aging process, you may be concerned about your safety. What happens if you fall, hurt yourself, and can’t get access to immediate healthcare? What happens if you’re unable to …
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Riding a bike is one of the greatest joys in life. You can explore the world in comfort while getting fresh air, exercise, and enjoying the sights. The problem is, as you get older, your balance goes, you become weaker, and it’s hard to stabilize yourself on a bicycle. That’s …
It seems like the older you get, the harder it is to follow technological trends and the more alien these technologies seem. Smartphones are a great example of this. The average senior doesn’t keep track of the latest offerings from Samsung or Apple and can’t tell the difference between iOS …