When talking about caregiving challenges, it’s easy to focus on the practical difficulties, like dealing with dementia and incontinence, responding to difficult behaviors, and trying to find enough hands-on support. Yet, there’s an even bigger area to talk about – knowledge. Family caregivers are typically thrown into the deep end. It’s often a matter of […]
Technology and Tools
Deepfake Danger: Protecting Seniors from High-Tech Financial Scams
In a world where technology is booming, people are reaping many benefits. However, we cannot ignore the dark side of these innovations, like deepfake, which can be used for fraud and exploitation. Deepfake is a media system created with artificial intelligence (AI) to show fake or falsified results. Specifically, deepfakes allow people to create surprisingly […]
Beware of Deepfake Deception: Protecting Seniors in Elections
Regardless of your political affiliation, we can admit that we’re all a little fed up with the spread of misinformation in just about every social and news media outlet. Unfortunately, technological advances make it easier for perpetrators to spread lies, deceive potential voters, and influence public opinion. Many of the tricks used are familiar and […]
ChatGPT for Family Caregivers: A Game-Changer or a Gimmick?
ChatGPT is one of many AI tools that has broken into the market. Like similar tools, it allows you to type messages to an AI that then responds based on a large amount of data. There’s enormous potential in this tool for caregivers, as it may help caregivers to quickly find information and insights in […]
Exploring the Transformative Power of Technology in At-Home Elderly Care
As the world’s population continues to age, the demand for effective and efficient elderly care solutions is on the rise. Technology has emerged as a powerful tool in addressing the challenges faced by older adults, allowing them to age safely in their homes while maintaining their independence. This article explores the transformative power of technology […]
The Benefits of Smart Homes for Seniors
In 2020, one in six Americans were over the age of 65. That percentage of the population grew at the fastest rate since 1880, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. That number is only expected to increase, hitting 20% or more by 2030. And, as the AARP Home and Community Preferences survey reports, more than […]