Uber Has RideShare Options Specifically for Seniors
Seniors need transportation to and from places perhaps more than most younger adults however, so few of them actually utilize rideshare apps such as Uber and Lyft. When asked why, many seniors admitted to being intimidated by the apps technology and stated that they were unlikely to utilize their services. Uber recognized this missed opportunity to provide these older individuals with great transportation methods and independence, as a result they developed programs to specifically enhance the senior riding experience. These efforts will allow seniors to utilize Uber’s rideshare option without having to[…]
How to Make your iPhone Senior Friendly
Chances are you are currently visiting this blog via your iPhone right now. Since there debut back in 2007 , it appears everyone now has an iPhone and theres little question as to why! The iPhone has many capabilities as it gives you access to millions of apps, talk, text, and ease of use. Yup thats right for most of us the iPhone is fairly easy to setup and navigate through, but what about for your elderly parents or grandparents? The iPhone undoubtedly has many capabilities that even the elderly would[…]
Stressed? Call your Grandma
As adults we tend to get caught up in a whirlwind of responsibilities between balancing work, family, and a social life. It is likely we often forget to return a missed call from mom or much less stop by to pay her a visit. However, my best advice for the cure to an extra busy and hectic week would in fact be to call your mother or grandmother!
Studies have found that calling your mom or grandmother can actually help reduce stress. Research proves that the sound of a mother’s voice releases[…]
I Believe I was Fired for Being Old
Are you and older individual who has been recently terminated from your job? Do you feel your termination was in some way related to your age? If so, this kind of termination would be considered an act of unlawful age discrimination. In fact, federal law restricts employers from firing employees on the basis of age, race, gender, disability, or religion. So what should you do if you believe you have been a victim of this?
First it is important to determine if your age truly played a role in your termination and[…]
How to Help Seniors Cope with Grief
We can experience life changing events such as the loss of a loved one at any age however, this occurrence becomes more common as we age. Unfortunately, older individuals are likely to experience the loss of many friends and even the death of their spouse. These losses can leave individuals with deep feelings or grief and sadness as bereavement is devastating for all and can be especially tough for the elderly. Although grief comes in many forms, it is important to understand the effects it may have on an elderly individual and[…]
Connecting Seniors with Pets
Sadly, many seniors can find themselves feeling isolated and longing for companionship later in life. Similarly, many cats and dogs will find themselves in crowded shelters longing to be someone’s loyal companion. Organizations such as Pets for the Elderly(PFE) recognize the opportunity for a beautiful bond between seniors and pets through this occurrence. This public charity has long dedicated it’s time to connecting seniors with friendly companions while saving the lives of many animals in overcrowded shelters.
This program which initially began with only two participating shelters, now extends to a total[…]
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