How an Innovative Service Combines Technology for Seniors and In-Person Services to Enhance Life for Older Adults!
On this episode of the Age Better Resources podcast, Kathy Clinton speaks with Kelly Peterschmidt, the Founder and Executive Director at Porchlight Friends, about how her company’s approach to helping seniors adapt to new technology.
Staying in Touch With Aging Parents-5 Key Tips and Tools to Make it Easier
Staying in touch with aging parents is essential to their health and well-being. The pandemic magnified the importance of reducing social isolation and loneliness for older adults, especially those living alone or unable to get out into the community. Regular communication between elderly parents and their family members and friends is essential to enhance their physical, cognitive, and mental health and make life more meaningful in later years.
6 Smart Home Upgrades to Support Aging in Place
In a world where 77 percent of adults 50 and older are committed to aging in place, smart home upgrades are becoming an increasingly valuable tool. It is important to consider a senior's privacy, but many technology solutions can help a senior, or senior couple, remain safe without sacrificing their independence.
5 Fantastic Reasons to Wear an Apple Watch for Fall Detection
Many seniors felt traditional fall alert systems were stigmatizing, but now that you can use an Apple Watch for fall detection, that's hardly a concern. If anything, people will think you're keeping up with the younger generation!