This handy little gadget known as the Remedic Multi-Opener with Magnifier and LED Light is not your ordinary opener. This can open your medicine bottles, soda tops, jar lids, and more - and it has a built-in magnifier with an LED light to help you read that teeny tiny print that an ant couldn't read! Being of 'a certain age' and my eyesight not being what it was 15 years ago, this is literally a Godsend for me! The Remedic Multi-Opener meets so many needs for people with specific needs and elderly people. This handy little device … [Read more...] about Review: Remedic Multi-Opener with Magnifier and LED Light
Seniors
How Tech Can Benefit Seniors
As people get older, it makes sense that we would want to make some changes to our lives that will help us to do what we need to do but easier. It can be hard to integrate technology into the life of someone who has lived without it for most of their lifetime. But that doesn't mean that you can't help someone learn new things and use the right technology for them to make their lives a little bit easier. Many people, not just seniors, can benefit from the use of the right kind of technology in their day to day lives. But what are the best … [Read more...] about How Tech Can Benefit Seniors
Thoughts of an (Almost) Senior During the Pandemic
I think it is safe to say that we all have been intimidated and scared since the COVID-19 pandemic began. So much information and discussions to absorb that it has almost reached a point where I try to avoid the news and social media platforms at times. There are times where I just don't want to leave the house for fear of what might happen if my husband or I were to come in contact with someone who has the virus or is a carrier and doesn't realize it. All of this has given me time to think; however, about the senior citizens who live in our … [Read more...] about Thoughts of an (Almost) Senior During the Pandemic
The Top 5 Benefits of Owning Pets for Seniors
Owning a pet is an exciting and happy privilege that people of all ages get to experience. Whether it’s a dog, a cat, a rabbit, or even a bird, pets provide their owners with joy and comfort. However, owning a pet can get even better with age as you or a loved one will have more time to care for a pet in your retirement years than ever before. In addition to having more time to take care of a pet, having a pet as a senior also has many other benefits. Why is it Important for Seniors to Own Pets? It’s important for seniors to own … [Read more...] about The Top 5 Benefits of Owning Pets for Seniors
3 Tips for Staying in Touch with Senior Citizens During Mandatory Social Isolation
Social isolation is always a concern when it comes to senior citizens, but during a time of health crisis, such as the current COVID-19 pandemic, mandatory social isolation adds additional problems. While catching the virus can be harmful to an older adult’s physical health, social isolation and quarantine for those who need in-home senior care can be harmful to a senior’s mental health. These three tips can help you reach out to seniors while both they and you practice mandatory social isolation. Contact Socially Isolated Senior … [Read more...] about 3 Tips for Staying in Touch with Senior Citizens During Mandatory Social Isolation
