When thinking of ways to help our elderly loved ones, perhaps the most important thing we can do is figure out the most effective way that helps seniors help themselves. Our goal is promoting independence, which leads to improving the quality of life for those we love. On that note, we compiled a list of the top ten list of gadgets that can help us achieve this goal.
1- New Hearing Products From Oticon
Oticon has released a new set of hearing products, including two new lines of hearing aids and a wireless system that connects to your music, your television, or your phone with ease. The ConnectLine wireless system features Bluetooth connectivity to send digital audio straight to the hearing aids, be it coming from a television or a phone plugged into the transmitter box.
2- Kindle: Amazon’s Wireless Reading Device 2
The new Kindle is created with electronic paper technology to eliminate eyestrain and has the ability to increase the text size for those who can no longer read small print. The light-weight product is equipped with simple buttons on its side for page turning, which makes it easy to hold and navigate. It’s also perfect for reading outside and indoors.
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3-Avalon’s EZC Voice Series Low Vision Talking Watch
The EZC Low Vision One Button Talking Watch is a terrific wristwatch for those with low vision. Available for $39.95, this beautifully crafted timepiece features a loud female voice, that tells you the time with a press of a button. We should also note that the large contrasting black numbers with bold hands make it easy to tell the time.
4- Samsung’s Jitterbug Cellphone
Simple big buttons, easy yes or no actions and a single button to reach needed assistance. The Samsung Jitterbug handset features extra-large, high contrast buttons, a bright screen with large text and a powerful speaker that makes sounds loud and clear.
5- Magic Chef Microwave Oven
The Magic Chef 1.1cf 1000W White Microwave is a great product for seniors to use. This microwave verbally counts down while it cooks the food. It also reads out the instructions of operation while you are pressing the controls.
6- SeniorPC Computing Made Easy For Seniors
SeniorPCsare HP computers that come equipped with user-friendly software specifically geared to senior living. Think of it as a simplified way to do it all: e-mailing, word processing, plus managing prescriptions, finances, travel planning and photos.
7- Tek Pal – Large Button TV Remote
With today’s complicated controls it can be very difficult for senior hands to navigate a maze of tiny buttons. Equipped with large bold buttons, the solution to this quandary is the Tek Pal Remote.
8- The Energizer EZ Change Hearing Aid Battery Dispenser
The portable Energizer EZ change hearing aid dispenser makes it easy to replace a battery whenever a change is needed. This dispenser has a contoured base for a senior’s grip, and the contoured thumb slide pushes out one battery at a time.
9- Omron’s Blood Pressure Monitor
The Omron HEM-780 Automatic Blood Pressure Monitor with ComFit Cuff allows a senior to monitor blood pressure changes at home.
10- Oreck XL Upright Vacuum
Nothing gets by the Oreck XL vacuum. It picks up pet dander, dust mites, and dust. At just 8 lbs, it’s the lightweight champion of heavy-duty elder friendly vacuums.
We hope you find these products to be useful in helping your senior loved ones in maintaining an active independent lifestyle.
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Check out links to the products mentioned above:
-Oticon’s hearing product
- Amazon’s Kindle
-EZC Low Vision One Button Talking Watch
-Samsung’s Jitterbug Cellphone
-Magic Chef Microwave Oven
-SeniorPC
-Tek Pal Remote
-Energizer EZ
-The Omron HEM-780 Automatic Blood Pressure Monitor
-Oreck XL
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