The new website, www.seniorhelpers.com/centraltx , went up this week and is loaded with a wealth of information to assist with caring for seniors and the challenges they face.
Be sure to check out the Alzheimer's and dementia page for the resources listed there.
Please let us know if you like it! And, if something is not working - let us know that too!
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Showing posts with label Technology. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Technology. Show all posts
Tuesday, February 21, 2012
Monday, November 21, 2011
Monday, July 18, 2011
Computer clubs spur more seniors to log on
While technology can intimidate older people, it also opens up opportunities to socialize, access information. "Old Dogs" can learn new tricks! Read the whole thing.
Check out Austin Groups for the Elderly's "Austin Computer Learning Center". Itdelivers basic computer training and coaching to any older adult wanting to understand how computer technology can enhance their lives. By participating in our training courses, students learn to conquer their fears and embrace a new world at their fingertips.
Check out Austin Groups for the Elderly's "Austin Computer Learning Center". Itdelivers basic computer training and coaching to any older adult wanting to understand how computer technology can enhance their lives. By participating in our training courses, students learn to conquer their fears and embrace a new world at their fingertips.
Wednesday, June 8, 2011
BEWARE THE LIGHT BULB POLICE!
On January 1, 2012, seven months from this week, Washington will effectively ban the sale of conventional 100 watt incandescent light bulbs that Americans have used nearly since the days of Thomas Edison. Instead we will all be required to buy compact fluorescent lights, or CFLs.
No matter how you feel about the issue, it's Not too late to stock up!
And, remember, every purchase you make through our Amazon affiliate is no cost to you and helps Austin Groups for The Elderly!
More bulk choices here for light bulbs.
No matter how you feel about the issue, it's Not too late to stock up!
And, remember, every purchase you make through our Amazon affiliate is no cost to you and helps Austin Groups for The Elderly!
More bulk choices here for light bulbs.
Tuesday, March 1, 2011
Senior Helpers Shares Ideas for Staying in Touch Through Technology
Staying in touch through technology may be easier than you think
The Internet enables users to engage in online shopping and communication with other family members and social groups and reduces isolation and loneliness. Web cams and video technology offer instant virtual communication environments within different areas of a house or in different cities.
Several free or low-cost technological tools, beyond cell phones and medical alert devices, can be especially helpful for seniors trying to stay in touch with family, friends, and caretakers. Loved ones can find some comfort in knowing that their elderly family members have technology available to them. After checking out a few of these technological tools, you will soon become a “Silver Surfer!”
- Skype™ ( www.skype.com) is a software platform that enables free video and voice calls with other Skype users.
- Presto™ (www.presto.com) is an affordable “printing mailbox” service that allows someone who does not have a computer to get set up with a Presto email address to receive emails and photos that get transformed into printable electronic letters.
- www.genkvetch.com is described as “social networking for those who recall rotary phones and 45-rpm records.”
- For baby boomer women’s health news and information visit www.thirdage.com (also described as being “For the Woman Who Wasn’t Born Yesterday, and Makes the Most of Today!”).
- To “build your personal profile, share photos, publish a blog, join groups, subscribe to e-newsletters, connect with others, and more-all for free” go to www.aarp.org/onlinecommunity.
- “For seasoned travelers of the ’50s, ’60s and ’70s”go to www.myboomerplace.com.
- Facebook (www.facebook.com) is a popular social media site that enables you to stay in touch with friends, check out family members’ pictures, and play word games.
- FamiliLink (www.Famililink.com) is a website that enables seniors to stay in touch with their online family and friends.
Friday, January 28, 2011
Thursday, December 2, 2010
Getting Around the Customer Service Phone Tree!
Few things are more annoying than being stuck in the dreaded Support Phone Maze - especially this time of year when you just want a new part or some technical advice!
Check out This Popular Mechanics Article for some savvy advice.
My favorite: If you are asked to "press 1 for English" or "2 for Spanish," press "2." The wait for Spanish operators is usually far shorter, and they are almost always bilingual
Ho HO HO
Merry Christmas!
Check out This Popular Mechanics Article for some savvy advice.
My favorite: If you are asked to "press 1 for English" or "2 for Spanish," press "2." The wait for Spanish operators is usually far shorter, and they are almost always bilingual
Ho HO HO
Merry Christmas!
Friday, September 10, 2010
Free Total Home & Fall Safety Monitoring System for Seniors from Senior Helpers of Central Texas
We've all heard of the personal safety devices (pendants) that seniors wear in case they "Have Fallen & Can't Get Up"!
But what if they have fallen and are unconscious? Or have forgotten to take their Medications on time? Or there is no detectable movement in the primary living areas of the home? A NEW Home Medical Response System from Life Support Medical provides a comprehensive monitoring service for these severe conditions and more, including:
This is by far the best system we have seen for Total Senior Home Safety Monitoring! Senior Helpers of Central Texas provides this system as part of our service @ no extra charge. Check it out at www.lifesupportmedical.com
Senior Helpers of Central Texas is an authorized distributor for Life Support Medical. Please call us for a consult at 512-388-4357. If you are a doctor, pharmacist, DME, Assisted Living Facility or other profession that deals with seniors and/or senior safety. Call us to learn how to become a dealer for this wonderful system - It will change lives for the better!
So call us @ 512-388-4357 or email us at fhayes@seniorhelpers.com to learn more and we will send you all the literature.
But what if they have fallen and are unconscious? Or have forgotten to take their Medications on time? Or there is no detectable movement in the primary living areas of the home? A NEW Home Medical Response System from Life Support Medical provides a comprehensive monitoring service for these severe conditions and more, including:
- Flood Detection (bathrooms, laundry, etc.)
- Inactivity Sensors (programmable for multiple time periods per day)
- Medication Reminders
- Accelerometer-based fall detection (fallen & unable to press pendant button)
- Traditional Pendant device (that can also be worn on the wrist like a watch)
- Smoke Detector
- Carbon Monoxide Detector
- Multiple (Large) Medical Alert buttons placed throughout the home in traditional places where seniors typically fall (most seniors are not wearing their pendant device when they fall)
This is by far the best system we have seen for Total Senior Home Safety Monitoring! Senior Helpers of Central Texas provides this system as part of our service @ no extra charge. Check it out at www.lifesupportmedical.com
Senior Helpers of Central Texas is an authorized distributor for Life Support Medical. Please call us for a consult at 512-388-4357. If you are a doctor, pharmacist, DME, Assisted Living Facility or other profession that deals with seniors and/or senior safety. Call us to learn how to become a dealer for this wonderful system - It will change lives for the better!
So call us @ 512-388-4357 or email us at fhayes@seniorhelpers.com to learn more and we will send you all the literature.
Wednesday, May 12, 2010
Need a Computer for a reasonable Price? I have a recommendation for you.
When I find a supplier I love I like to share it with everyone.
This person is at the top of my list: Al King 512-949-8853.
We buy all of our office computers from Al. Found him on Craig's list. Al is in his 50s/60s and refurbishes Dell computers to factory specs and resells them.
He set me up with a Loaded Dell Optiplex 745, monitor (19") , keyboard and mouse for $370. And, he delivered it as well. I've purchased 4 systems from him so far. The only problem we had was a monitor went haywire -Al replaced it in 30 minutes.
Al needs the business and does great work - give him a call 512-949-8853.
You won't regret it!
This person is at the top of my list: Al King 512-949-8853.
We buy all of our office computers from Al. Found him on Craig's list. Al is in his 50s/60s and refurbishes Dell computers to factory specs and resells them.
He set me up with a Loaded Dell Optiplex 745, monitor (19") , keyboard and mouse for $370. And, he delivered it as well. I've purchased 4 systems from him so far. The only problem we had was a monitor went haywire -Al replaced it in 30 minutes.
Al needs the business and does great work - give him a call 512-949-8853.
You won't regret it!
Wednesday, February 17, 2010
Monday, February 1, 2010
Study: Cell Phones May Prevent Brain-Wasting Effects of Alzheimer's
A study in mice suggests using cellphones may help prevent some of the brain-wasting effects of Alzheimer's disease, U.S. researchers said on Wednesday.
After long-term exposure to electromagnetic waves such as those used in cell phones, mice genetically altered to develop Alzheimer's performed as well on memory and thinking skill tests as healthy mice, the researchers wrote in the Journal of Alzheimer's Disease.
The results were a major surprise and open the possibility of developing a noninvasive, drug-free treatment for Alzheimer's, said lead author Gary Arendash of the University of South Florida. He said he had expected cell phone exposure to increase the effects of dementia.
After long-term exposure to electromagnetic waves such as those used in cell phones, mice genetically altered to develop Alzheimer's performed as well on memory and thinking skill tests as healthy mice, the researchers wrote in the Journal of Alzheimer's Disease.
The results were a major surprise and open the possibility of developing a noninvasive, drug-free treatment for Alzheimer's, said lead author Gary Arendash of the University of South Florida. He said he had expected cell phone exposure to increase the effects of dementia.
Tuesday, November 3, 2009
Grandma and Grandpa Can Use the Net!
Helping Grandpa Get His Tech On - good article from the NY Times.With the advent of easy to use computers and smart phones it is easier than ever to stay in touch.
Tuesday, October 6, 2009
Is Technology Keeping Up with The Needs of Today's Seniors?
Watch the Interview
Laurie Orlov, the founder and senior analyst of Aging in Place Technology Watch, and the author of our Aging in Place Technology column recently sat down with Jill to discuss what she thought were the major components to the aging in place market—and where she thought our aging boomers would drive the industry as they begin to want and demand the technology and societal structures that mean they can safely stay in their homes.
In Orlov’s opinion there are four main components to the aging in place market:
Laurie Orlov, the founder and senior analyst of Aging in Place Technology Watch, and the author of our Aging in Place Technology column recently sat down with Jill to discuss what she thought were the major components to the aging in place market—and where she thought our aging boomers would drive the industry as they begin to want and demand the technology and societal structures that mean they can safely stay in their homes.
In Orlov’s opinion there are four main components to the aging in place market:
- Communication & Engagement. Staying connected to each other, their families and the outside world.
- Home Safety & Security. As individuals become frail they will want products and services which allow them to stay in their home.
- Health & Wellness. These boomers will want the technologies that can be used in the home for safety and convenience. Orlov also mentions how the landscape of healthcare will change as telehealth becomes more common.
- Contribution & Learning. We will need to figure out ways to help elders stay sharp by ensuring their environment is changing and they can learn something new.
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