As of 2024, roughly 88 percent of U.S. adults ages 65 and older use the internet. No matter how you slice it, internet access is important for older adults, be it for social connection, healthcare ...
For those new to smartphones, the Jitterbug Smart4 is an intuitive entry point. With its simplified menus, voice commands, and optional safety features, it’s one of our favorite smartphones for older ...
According to the CDC, 34.2 million Americans have diabetes, and unfortunately, the cost of the illness is high. Medical expenditures for people with diabetes are upwards of $9,600 per year. The same ...
Hearing loss can lead to increased feelings of isolation and decreased physical activity among older adults. An inability to hear makes it harder to keep up with your surroundings, leaving you unable ...
Although widely known, Life Alert is one of the most expensive medical alert systems on the market, starting at $49.95 per month, plus activation fees. Unlike other medical alert companies, Life Alert ...
For people 55 and over, AT&T offers unlimited talk, text, and data plans for $40 per month per line; however, only Florida residents are eligible for these plans. For those who don’t live in Florida, ...
While the major cellular carriers (Verizon, AT&T, and T-Mobile) charge upwards of $50 per month for their most basic plans, Consumer Cellular offers veritable bargains, starting at $20 per month for ...
With their increased size, bariatric walk-in tubs are ideal for larger users.
We previously reported that Chili’s did not have company-wide-policy regarding these discounts and that offers varied by location. HOWEVER, we reached out to Chili's on Twitter recently and received ...
How many bottles of unused medication are sitting in drawers and cabinets around your home? Indeed we all have at least a couple; however, few of us know the dangers of keeping them around, not to ...
Safe Step walk-in tubs combine safety and comfort, making them a great addition to any bathroom. In terms of cost, you can expect to pay anywhere from $2,500-$8,000 (plus installation) for a Safe Step ...
Established in 1974, Lifeline is credited for becoming the first company in North America to offer personal alert services. Today, it continues to be the number one medical alert provider with a large ...