While technology doesn’t always come naturally to seniors, you can’t deny that it’s practically impossible to live without it—from our phones and TVs, and now even with transportation and security. It’s all about showing them its wonders and benefits through apps that add to their overall well-being, while keeping them safely connected on the web.
LastPass
Everyone at some point has forgotten their password. Still, at least we know how to easily recover our passwords and accounts through the usual email verification process. But what about the seniors? While we could teach them to do the same, it’s another set of steps that can add to their overall confusion and frustration with technology.
LastPass acts as a one-stop shop for everything a senior needs to keep in mind: passwords, bank details, addresses, and other important notes. Though they do have to at least remember their password for LastPass.
Ad blockers
There are many effective ad blockers out there, so we won’t specify which one to get. But it’s definitely important to add one on your senior’s gadget.
While we know they are nuances and gateways to potential scams and viruses, seniors don’t—and they may just click on them simply because it caught their interest. Having an ad blocker on their phone is a surefire way to keep them safe and secure on the net.
Duolingo
Learning another language comes with several benefits. According to Cambridge, a week spent learning a new language greatly improves alertness and focus. Not to mention, those who speak a second language are more likely to exhibit better memory than monolinguals.
And whether or not Duolingo is effective is inconsequential in this matter. After all, it’s a productive way to pass the time—maybe they’ll learn a phrase or two that they can use on a trip.
Lumosity
In contrast to Duolingo, Lumosity offers various games geared at improving different brain functions—from working memory to sustained focus. It’s a way to keep seniors entertained, focused, and challenged even on their lazy days.
Life360
While unpopular among teens and those living under strict parents, Life360 has great features that are especially beneficial if you know a senior living alone.
The app provides real-time location sharing with other users in your contacts. Not to mention, you can also register certain places for them, and the app will notify you when they arrive at that specific location—the clinic, home, a nearby store.
