If you have not heard someone say, “Back in my day, we didn’t have any of this!”, do you even know an elderly person?
Love it or hate it, modern technology has become a staple in our lives, and because of that, also in care. Many different creations enable everyone to live an easier and potentially better quality of life, and while the elderly can be a stranger to it, many will find that modern equipment can be a fantastic aid day to dayonce the fear of the unknown has dissipated.
With all of this in mind, the following article is going to take a look at some modern equipment examples on the market that can help assist older adults with their daily lives.
Smartphones
If someone had said 60 years ago that we would have a little box we hold in our hands that we can yell at, and it would answer our questions or even turn on a light, they probably would have been called crazy. And yet, this is now the reality for the vast majority of people in the current day.
With technology coming on significantly in a short space of time, it can be hard to imagine what is next on the horizon, but right now, smartphones are taking a prized place in assisting the elderly.
Thanks to smartphones, older people are able to call their loved ones, speak to them anywhere in the world, order groceries straight to their door (and anything else for that matter!), learn new skills, find services they might need, and also enjoy some recreational time – be it in the form of gaming apps and puzzles or TV shows and movies.
Mobility Aids
Mobility aids have come on leaps and bounds over the years, and while they cannot promise to help aid actual leaping and bounding, they can offer a much higher quality of life and independence. Motorized wheelchairs, stair lifts, and ‘in-home lifts’ are becoming easier to install and operate by the day and can provide that extra level of comfort and safety in the home.
It is also worth pointing out that if someone is still struggling or feels like these changes will not be enough on their own, any good care home will have these quality facilities in place there as well – along with many others, such as those offered at Signature care home in Reigate, as an example.
Health Apps
There are so many health-assisting apps on the market now that it can be difficult to choose the right one. However, this industry is booming because people want to know what their bodies are up to and how they can help take care of themselves.
Certain apps and smartphones or watchescan tell you how active you are, what your heart rate and blood pressure are doing, whether you need to eat something, or what kind of quality sleep you are getting, to name a few.
Being able to keep on top of your health daily as an elderly person can be both empowering and encouraging, which is why these apps are not only increasing in popularity but also helping to change the lives of older adults as they age.
