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Save Money on Technology for Elderly

06 Oct 17

One of the biggest misconceptions about state-of-the-art technology is that it is solely reserved for the...

Can technology alleviate loneliness for the over-80’s?

04 Jul 16

Today’s society is more connected than ever before. The vast majority of the population now use...

How Technology can help carers

16 Jun 16

These days, we use technology in all aspects of our lives, from internet banking to online...

Technology tip of the week: How can I get back something I have lost?

28 Sep 15

You are finally getting to the end of that piece of work that you have been...

Technology tip of the week: best way to communicate with grandchildren?

21 Sep 15

For many people, they would say a tablet, as it is easily portable, so if you...

Technology tip of the week: How can I stay safe online?

14 Sep 15

How to stay safe online is one of the most commonly asked questions when it comes to...

Technology tip of the week: Is Apple better than Microsoft?

01 Sep 15

This really can depend on how good you are with technology. If you are someone who...

Technology tip of the week: Why upgrade to Windows 10?

24 Aug 15

With all software comes updates. So why upgrade to Windows 10 at the end of July...

Technology tip of the week: Benefits of being online

10 Aug 15

Recent statistics show that around 6 million people over 50 are still offline rather than online....

Technology tip of the week: What’s the best tablet?

Ever since Apple launched the iPad, tablets have been taking the world by storm. In 2015,...

Technology tip of the week: Should I get a PC, laptop or tablet?

03 Aug 15

Think about what you will be using the product for? If it is just for grocery...

Technology, is it worth IT?

28 Jul 15

A computer? Why do I need a computer? I’m in my 80’s. I wouldn’t know where...

Using technology to support elderly at home

18 Oct 14

People use all kinds of technology in the home to make their lives easier. We might...

Top Assistive Technology Products for Elderly

02 Oct 14

Assistive technology refers to a wide range of gadgets, or  disability equipment that can help your...

Help elderly to keep in touch using technology

13 Jan 14

Many of us worry about older relatives and ageing parents, especially if we live far from them...

Computers for older people

10 Sep 18

Young people and those in the world of business aren’t the only people using computers these...

Elderly foot and ankle

06 Aug 18

The foot is a remarkable piece of human engineering. It has the multiple functions of adapting...

Carer Assessments explained

30 Apr 18

There is a completely separate assessment for the giver of the care called the carer assessment...

Guide to broadband and cloud for older people

16 Apr 18

We often hear the terms ‘superfast broadband’ and ‘the cloud’, but what do they actually mean?...

Best activities and hobbies for older people

19 Feb 18

When your parent suddenly has more spare time, there is obviously more scope to do some...

Adult Learning for Older People

29 Jan 18

Much of our education system is really just training.  Especially in times of economic recession, people...

Happy people live longer

01 Oct 17

Happy people live longer! In a survey of almost 4000 people aged between 52 and 79,...

Top Seven iPad Apps for People With Dementia

22 Aug 17

People with dementia often find it difficult to access or use new forms of technology Touchscreen...

Home Entertainment for Elderly

25 Jul 17

Life can be lonely if your parent is on their own and at home for long...

Managing hospital discharge for elderly

18 Jul 17

If your elderly relative has been in hospital, it should be good news when they are...

Dementia and Hearing loss

06 Jul 17

Dementia is a condition which affects brain function. There are various types of dementia, such as...

Occupational Therapy for older people

27 Jun 17

What is occupational therapy? Occupational therapists (OTs) aim to enable older people to make the most...

Top tips to find a care home

24 Jun 17

My parents are getting on a bit now. I know they are, because I’ve hit middle...

Are there better tablets for elderly than iPad?

18 Jun 17

Is it really all about the iPad, or are there better choices? Technology and its tools...

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