Smart phones are everywhere today and older people can experience many benefits from having one. As you’ve probably heard, there is an app for just about everything. Here are a few things that a smartphone might help an older person do.
Think smartphones are too complicated? get a launcher app that removes the clutter and simplifies the phone’s screens. (Samsung phones have Easy Mode built in).
Use a magnifying glass? Turn your phone’s camera into one that displays enlarged objects on your phone’s screen.
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Want to keep track of your blood sugar or blood pressure? There are standalone apps and ones that connect up to monitoring devices.
Like to play games? There are plenty of apps available for brain fitness, dexterity and more.
Need reminders for medication or appointments? There are several apps that can help you do that.
Older people on-the-go might enjoy video chats using Skype or FaceTime with family or friends.
Trying to watch what you eat? There are plenty that offer calorie counting, sodium intake and more.
The number of apps specifically designed for older people is growing as companies work to develop technology that is beneficial to older people.
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