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Elder Friendly Guide to Humidifiers

by Nellie Day January 6, 2010

It’s wintertime, and you know what that means. Germs, heaters, stuffy noses and even stuffier houses. Fix all these problems at once with an evaporative humidifier.

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Elder Friendly Guide to Walking Shoes

by Nellie Day January 5, 2010

Elder friendly features of walking shoes
Lightweight, Shock Absorbing Midsole, Easy-Grip Padded Tongue, Lateral Beveled Heel, Flexible Outsole Forefoot, Removable Insole, No-Lace Slip-Ons

The design for walking shoes is generally the same for men and women, with comfort, durability and stability being the keys.

Lightweight

It’s no secret that extra weight can have an impact on us. That impact [...]

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Guide to Elder Friendly Universal Remotes

by Nellie Day January 4, 2010

You know that you can control your entire entertainment system with a universal remote. But do you know about the key features that can make this remote friendly for most elderly users?

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Guide to Elder Friendly DVD Players

by Nellie Day December 31, 2009

DVD players are more inexpensive than ever, making this the perfect time to replace your old model. While you might think that DVDs contain all the movie-watching features, the actual players can do wonders for your entertainment system.

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Senior Friendly Guide to Digital Cameras

by DovC December 2, 2009

ElderGadget explains the features to look for when buying a digital camera for seniors with vision, cognitive, or bio-mechanical challenges.

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Elder Friendly Guide to Top-Loading Washing Machines

by Nellie Day December 1, 2009

Purchasing a washing machine is a large investment. You hope they’ll last more than 10 years, keep your clothes clean and mildew-free, and not cause your water and energy bills to skyrocket. If you can achieve these three things then your investment has undoubtedly paid off.

Elder friendly features of washing machines:
Large, Easy to Grip Knobs, [...]

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Elder Friendly Guide to Plasma TVs

by Nellie Day November 24, 2009

Even though LCDs are gaining momentum, plasma televisions are still very popular. And as we detailed in this post, which compared plasmas, LCDs and LEDs, a few of the plasma’s features do beat out its competitors. These televisions are also cheaper than LCDs and LEDs because they utilize an older technology.

Elder friendly features of plasma [...]

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Elder Friendly Guide to Movies

by Nellie Day November 22, 2009

Elder friendly movie themes:
Nostalgia, Cultural Relevancy, Ethnic Relevancy, Instant Classics, Famous Faces, Comedy Genius, Relatable
We all have our favorite movies. Some remind us of the good old times, while others show us what it’s like to be someone else, somewhere else. We know it would be impossible for us to create a guide that tells [...]

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A Guide to Elder Friendly Computer Accessories

by Nellie Day November 2, 2009

Choosing products that are elder-friendly isn’t as easy as it seems. That’s because, like every other demographic, seniors are a diverse bunch with different qualities of life and varying degrees of health. This is why ElderGadget guides outline the most common problems people may encounter when they age, along with which interactive product features may [...]

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Analog Watches with Senior Friendly Features

by Nellie Day October 19, 2009

Elder friendly features of men’s analog watches:
Velcro Strap, Synthetic Sapphire Crystal Covering, Legible Dial, Easy to Grip Screwdown Crown with Case

Analog watches are a fashionable, practical way to tell time. The only problem is that these seemingly uncomplicated devices actually contain a bevy of unfriendly features for seniors. If you simply go out and choose [...]

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