Many seniors are surprised to hear there are thousands of apps on the market specifically designed for older adults. Some of these apps will help seniors organize their medication, while other apps can keep them safe when home alone. Here is a quick look at seven popular apps that are perfect for older adults who want to get the most out of their mobile devices.
1. Pillboxie
Some older adults take multiple pills a day, and keeping track of those medications can be incredibly difficult. Pillboxie is a simple pill-tracking app that sends an alert when it’s time to take a round of medication. Users can even take pictures of their pills and tablets so they know exactly what needs to be taken.
A professional caregiver can help seniors with medication management and much more. If your senior loved one needs hourly or live-in care, Barrie Home Care Assistance can help. Our caregivers can assist with exercise and mobility, prepare nutritious meals, provide timely medication reminders, and help with a wide array of other important daily tasks.
2. EyeReader
If your loved one is farsighted, you might want to consider downloading EyeReader. This app essentially turns any smartphone or tablet into a magnifying glass. Your loved one can also turn on the device’s flashlight and use EyeReader in darker settings.
3. Dragon Dictation
Even with autocorrect, typing on a touchscreen keyboard can be challenging, which is one of the reasons many people are now using speech-to-text apps like Dragon Dictation. With Dragon Dictation, your loved one can write emails and text messages with nothing more than his or her voice. He or she can also improve the accuracy of this app by using the “voice training” feature.
4. Motion Doctor
Injuries take much longer to heal as people grow older, and relatively minor injuries can sometimes turn into lifelong medical issues. Motion Doctor is a tutorial app that guides seniors through many different types of physical therapy. After your loved one inputs the type of injury that has occurred, the app will come up with a comprehensive physical therapy plan for the coming weeks.
In the senior years, an increased risk of injuries often accompanies additional medical issues that need to be monitored regularly. There are a variety of age-related health conditions that can make it more challenging for seniors to live independently. However, many of the challenges they face can be easier to manage if their families opt for professional elder care. Barrie families can rely on expertly trained caregivers to keep their loved ones safe and comfortable while aging in place.
5. Vouchercloud
Transitioning to a fixed income is another difficult process many older adults face. Luckily, finding great deals is easier than ever with Vouchercloud. Before heading to the store or making reservations at a restaurant, your loved one can open this app to see if there are any coupons for that particular business. This app also has up-to-date coupons for online retailers like Amazon and eBay.
6. WebMD
WebMD isn’t going to replace the doctor, but it might narrow down some of your loved one’s symptoms. This comprehensive medical app has first aid information, tutorial videos, a dictionary of medical terms, and a symptom checker feature. Your loved one can also set medication reminders and skim through older health articles and journal entries.
7. VizWiz
If your loved one has been diagnosed with vision impairment, he or she should consider downloading VizWiz. With this app, your loved one can take a picture of almost any item imaginable and then upload the picture to a team of responders. One of those team members will describe the item or tell your loved one what it’s used for.
Many amazing apps are available that can stimulate cognition and enhance safety for seniors, and so can having a compassionate trained caregiver close by. Seniors can face a variety of challenges as they age, many of which can be mitigated with the help of professional in-home caregivers who provide high-quality home care. Barrie families trust Home Care Assistance to help their elderly loved ones age in place safely and comfortably. If your loved one needs professional care, Home Care Assistance is here to help. For compassionate, reliable in-home care, trust the experienced professionals from Home Care Assistance. Reach out to one of our dedicated Care Managers today at 647-970-3803 to learn about the high quality of our in-home care services.