What can technology do for senior citizens?

Answer 1

There are many new technologies out there that can help seniors. Senior alert technology is one important advance that allows seniors to stay at home and live in relative independence, while their families are reassured by the fact that their loved one has access to emergency responders at the touch of a button. The system works through a base unit placed in the home, and a button worn around the neck or wrist. The button, within the signal range of the base unit, is able to call a trained team of emergency responders whenever the senior falls or is hurt.

Answer 2

Many items have been invented to assist senior citizens function normally. The items include things such as:

1. Handrails in the restroom and in the stairwell
2. Grabbers help seniors reach items more than an arms length away
3. Medical alerts allow quick access to help when they cannot reach the phone
4. Locking medication dispensers and reminders
5. Mobility products that allow seniors to get around easier even with decreased mobility