Understanding The Benefits Of Technology For Seniors
- By Dr. Burtseva Tamara Viktorivna
- 03 May 2023
- Verified by Dr. Stefanenko Irina Borisovna
Key highlights or summary
- Staying digitally connected is important for the physical, mental, and emotional health of individuals.
- Accessing technology and staying digitally connected offers several benefits to seniors, including better social connections and building a supportive community.
- Though many seniors understand the importance of staying digitally connected, they face several obstacles or barriers to accessing technology.
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Technology can enhance independence by providing tools like smart home devices, medical alert systems, and transportation apps, allowing seniors to manage daily tasks and emergencies more easily.
Popular tech devices include fitness trackers, telehealth platforms, medication reminders, and wearable health monitors, all of which help seniors maintain and monitor their health.
Technology helps seniors stay socially connected through video calls, social media, and online communities, reducing feelings of isolation and loneliness.
Telehealth services provide convenient access to healthcare, reduce the need for travel, and allow for regular monitoring of chronic conditions, improving overall health management.
Seniors can learn to use new technology through community classes, online tutorials, and support from family members or tech-savvy friends, making the learning process easier and more enjoyable.
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