by admin | Oct 23, 2018 | Blog, Senior Health, Technology
Due to a variety of factors, including loud work environments, the prevalence of hearing impairments in old age has nearly doubled in the past 30 years. Hearing impairments not only make it difficult to understand other people, they can also negatively affect a...
by admin | Oct 9, 2018 | Blog, retire at home, Technology
Remember a few years ago, when the taxi industry was disrupted and forever changed by Uber? Fast forward, and these days it’s not unusual to see on-demand service apps coining themselves the “Uber of ___”. Canadians can do almost anything – from ordering their...
by admin | Oct 2, 2018 | Blog, Technology
While some seniors have embraced new technology in a way that could put some millennials to shame, others have faced hurdles and barriers to learning, and have struggled to adapt to evolving technology. Whether you’re a caretaker or family member becoming an honorary...
by admin | Sep 18, 2018 | Blog, Technology
In 2018, a new friend, a supportive group, or a romantic partner are just a click or two away for seniors who have embraced new technology, with all the opportunities and benefits online interaction can offer. It’s true, seniors are fostering new friendships online,...
by admin | Jun 5, 2018 | Blog, Technology
No matter what age you are, mobile apps are likely part of your daily life. Everything can be accessed and managed through an app, from banking and reading to socializing and watching movies. While seniors may not take to social apps like Snapchat and Bumble, there...
by admin | May 15, 2018 | Blog, Equipment, Technology
It seems as if the older our loved ones get, the more difficult it becomes to find useful and meaningful gifts for them, when gift-giving circumstances arise. Choosing the right gift for birthdays, anniversaries, or Grandparents Day can be futile for the grandparent...
