Who doesn’t love receiving the latest technology as a gift? That might be grandma if you give her something intimidating or impossible to use. Here are five simple tips for buying tech for the senior adult in your life.
Can they manage using this on the own or with minimal assistance?
Choose a gift that your loved one can handle on their own. Nothing is more frustrating (and a waste of money) than giving a gift that sits in the box because it’s impossible to figure out.
Will it make life easier for you?
While you love the older folks in your life, you’re busy. Getting a half dozen phone calls at inopportune times throughout the day answering tech questions can and will disrupt your life.
How will it enhance their life?
Is it the right fit for their lifestyle? Will it help them live independently? What exactly does it do? Does it maintain social contacts or monitor activity? Most importantly, does it deliver what it promises?
Is it affordable?
Is the initial investment within your budget? Is there maintenance or monthly fees associated with it?
This season, I’ve partnered with Verizon on their Care Smart Watch. For the past couple of months, my 81-year-old aunt has been wearing it and putting it to the test. She has been able to manage it on her own. One of her favorite features, albeit a simple one, is the easy to use wrist band. She’s commented on that more than once.
It’s been easy for her to understand. She wears it daily. She monitors her steps, gets reminders, and we (her ten trusted contacts) can reach her anywhere, anytime. The GPS feature is priceless for a family’s peace of mind. The Care Smart Watch does what it set out to do as an easy-to-use smartwatch designed for seniors.
Verizon makes it affordable to stay connected with your loved ones with the Care Smart watch.
