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A Caregiver’s Guide to Smart Home Technology

Technology today can offer caregivers oversight into the lives of aging loved ones without being intrusive. The devices that can help put together the big picture of a loved one’s health and well-being aren’t a substitute for interaction. But they can help an older adult remain independent longer.

Independent living

A Smarter Home Can Make Life Easier. You’ll Want That for the Future

You like TV remotes, right? Don’t dismiss new tech

How a Smart Home Can Help You, a Loved One Age in Place

Let devices gather data to reveal full health picture

6 Innovations to Help People Live Better as They Age

Safety, independence are possible by leaning into tech

5 Low-Tech Products to Help You Age Well in Your House

You don’t need a smart home to ensure comfort, safety

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Take Control, Remotely, of Your Parents’ Technology

When someone is struggling, you can assist from afar

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Can Artificial Intelligence Solve Caregiving’s Crisis?

AI may detect changes before a problem can get worse

Devices

5 Things You Need to Know Before Buying the Latest Doorbell Camera

Smart video doorbells can have some hidden costs

Your Smartphone Can Help Monitor the Health, Wellness of Loved Ones

Wearables offer extra support for an aging adult

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Simple Solutions Can Help Caregivers of Dementia Patients in These 5 Ways

Wearables, smart home devices can offer supervision

Software

3 Free Apps to Help Caregivers Get Organized, Find Support They Need

Tools to keep in touch, share tasks, manage meds

Ride-Hailing App Adds Features Made for the Family Caregivers of Today

3-way chat lets helper, care recipient check with driver

Video Chat for Free. Discover 5 Apps to Help Those at Home Stay Social

Familiarity will help with mental health, telehealth

Tools

Digital Essentials for Older Adult Caregivers and Care Recipients

Discover the basics to make everyday tasks easier

Here Are Additional Resources for New and Experienced Caregivers

Advance directive forms, planning help, state guides

Quiz: Do You Know How Technology Can Help You Care for a Loved One?

Devices won’t solve all, but they relieve the pressure

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