16 Best Selling Tech Gifts for Your Loved Ones Age 50+

01/10/202201/12/2022

Looking for a special something for a present for a loved one? Tech gifts are great because they can make someone's life easier, safer and/or more fun. And chances are these are items they would generally not buy for themselves! Fulext Headphones with Bluetooth for Insomnia, Travel, and Sports Washable and hypoallergenic,

8 Best Healthcare Apps 2021

11/18/202111/22/2021

by Ellen Blake The Mobile Health Movement Navigating the crazy world of healthcare can be a full-time job these days. It's complicated and messy. As an individual with chronic health issues myself, and someone who is a caregiver for an elderly parent, I find today's technology helps simplify the process. The mobile health

Enjoyable Touchscreen Game Apps-Short Term Memory Not Required

Technology

09/05/202109/21/2021

by Ellen Blake originally posted 9.9.2019 updated 9.5.2021 Brain games online Are you looking to support your loved one with short term memory issues or dementia? These touchscreen apps, researched by ActoDementia promote enjoyable and stimulating activities for people living with dementia. This website, created by a group of independent researchers, provides evidence based recommended

Social Media Overload: How To Take Back Control

Technology

08/12/202108/12/2021

by Stephanie Gonzalez Social Media Seems to Be Taking Over Our Lives I spoke with a friend the other day who complained about the endless notifications she receives from all her social media apps. This wasn’t a new conversation. I regularly have the same discussion with other friends. Yesterday, MySpace was the place

Review- Best Free Website Builders for Beginners

04/20/202104/20/2021

by Lesley Haught original post: 5.20.2020 revised: 4:20.2021 Thinking about monetizing your passion for making jewelry? Wondering if your handicraft skills will fetch you money? Or, looking for ways to offer tuition online? A simple website could connect you with hundreds or even thousands of potential customers. Every new business deserves a website. The

10 Important Privacy Tips For 50+ Social Media Newbies

Technology

04/12/202109/02/2021

by Ellen Blake originally posted: 9/20/2020 updated: 4/12/2021 DO THE BENEFITS OF SOCIAL MEDIA OUTWEIGH THE SECURITY RISKS? The answer is yes. Chances are you know an older adult who does not engage on social media. Or maybe you avoid it yourself. If that's the case, consider the benefits and know there are ways

Product Review: BrioCare -New Technology Offers Peace of Mind for Family Caregivers

03/01/202104/15/2021

sponsored post by Leslie Farin Necessity is the mother of invention A man with a family and high pressure job realizes his mother needs help. She lives alone, out of state, and can no longer live independently. Understandably, she wants to stay in her home which is familiar and comfortable. The son helps

Starting a New Business? 10 Online Small Business Tools That Make Life Easier

11/07/202008/27/2021

by Ellen Blake It is difficult to find a new job at any time when age 50+, but even more so now during the pandemic. Every day I hear news about layoffs. Some of my friends are in a healthy position to retire and do not worry about finances; others need

Why Are Video Calls So Exhausting? 4 Tips to Combat Zoom Fatigue

10/05/202010/08/2020

by Ellen Blake originally posted 5/23/2020 updated 10/5/2020 Video calls - a necessary evil? Much of the world shifted in early 2020 from in-person meetings to online due to the coronavirus. Early on, I believed the technology was a blessing. After all, video platforms such as Zoom provide an easy way for people

Smartphones for Older Adults: Useful Irritant or Bothersome Utility?

09/15/201906/01/2020

Author: Ellen Blake SENIORS AND TECHNOLOGY Are you an older adult who doesn't want a smartphone? In my opinion, everyone should own a smartphone, even those who believe they won't use it. You don't have to eliminate the landline; but sometimes it's nice to have both. You will quickly realize the convenience