by Courtney Boatin | Aug 15, 2026 | Cyber Security, Senior Tips, Technology for Seniors, Uncategorized
In the beginning, there was social media, and it was good. But it didn’t take long for enterprising marketers, scammers, and other predators to turn social media for seniors from a fun and fast way to connect with family and friends into a swamp swarming with threats....
by Courtney Boatin | Apr 27, 2026 | Cyber Security, Senior Tips, Technology for Seniors
“Senior-friendly” and “technology” might seem like mutually exclusive terms, but that may not always be the case, especially when the technologies are simple and easy to use. Rather than writing off technology for seniors, consider these senior-friendly tech steps to...
by Courtney Boatin | Jan 18, 2024 | Cyber Security, Senior Tips, Technology for Seniors
Scams – online, on the phone, through the mail, and in person – are at an all-time high, and seniors are one of the most targeted groups. According to the “Federal Bureau of Investigation Elder Report 2022,” “In 2022, total losses reported to the IC3...
by Kristin Ganton | Mar 9, 2021 | Senior Health, Technology for Seniors
Our new normal is placing seniors with grandchildren in a tough spot when it comes to staying in touch and being influential. Even as seniors are getting vaccinated, little ones (including teens and older grandkids) are at the end of the line. But there are many ways...
by Kristin Ganton | Dec 4, 2020 | Aging in Place, Assisted Living, Technology for Seniors
The holidays are fast approaching and even if you can’t spend time with your favorite senior, you can still give them a gift that will make their lives more convenient, safe or just enjoyable, through technology. Here is a list of 10 great tech gadgets they will...
by Kristin Ganton | Nov 3, 2020 | Assisted Living, Senior Health, Technology for Seniors
Smartphones are ubiquitous in today’s world. They are not only handy, they can be very helpful too, with the right apps installed. Seniors in assisted living have many great app choices available to make life easier, better connected and much more fun. Whether you or...
