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TechForAging is about Aging in Place Technology for dummies*. It makes the complexity of technology understandable and offers a community seeking solutions for the elderly living at home longer and with a better quality of life.

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Technology and Older Adults [Infographic]

With the advent of the Internet, we have witnessed a whole new communication world open up for people. The Internet and related technology advancement of various devices mean that people…

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Old man with technology

6 Ways Technology Is Helping Senior Citizens

Image by Meridy Scott from Pixabay Helping seniors learn new technology is more important than ever. In our modern times, we’re seeing the highest rate of aged people in human…

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Aging in (a rented) Place

Aging in (a new) Place Technology

Smart Amenities Senior Renters Can Count on for Simpler Living It is well known that the vast majority of seniors prefer to age in place for as long as possible…

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Product Design

Designing Products for Aging in Place

Throwback Thursday! The article (click/tap to read it ) directly below is from 2015, but is still relevant today. TechForAging’s founder spoke with Dennis Boyle, a founding member of top…

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7 Lighting Tips for Improved Senior Living and Safety

As people get older, their eyesight will eventually deteriorate over time. Diminished vision can even cause a reduced quality of life and pose a safety risk for senior citizens. We offer…

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Outdoor Security Camera

4 Best Wireless Smart Outdoor Security Cameras in 2020

The best all-round smart outdoor security cameras this year 2020 has been a fantastic year for smart home tech devices, and the smart outdoor security camera is no exception. Keeping…

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Road Safety for Older Drivers

Road Safety for Older Drivers

Introduction Road safety continues to be of enormous importance globally, with the World Health Organization projecting road traffic injuries as the world’s 5th leading cause of death by 2030. For many…

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Loneliness

7 Easy Ways Seniors Can Use Technology to Fight Loneliness During the Pandemic

Tech Helping Fight Seniors’ Loneliness According to Pew Research, nearly four out of every ten older adults worldwide live with extended family.  Those percentages are higher in some parts of…

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Technology for the Elderly

[News] Seniors Missing Out on Technologies Helping with the Pandemic and AI Helping the Elderly

More and more people are adopting technology to help get through the pandemic. But there are a significant number of older adults that have serious issues dealing with technology, which…

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10 Home Updates for Seniors

Technology to Help Seniors Aging in Place

Photo by Andrea Piacquadio from Pexels Some assume that seniors just aren’t technically savvy. And while that may be the case for some seniors, that is quickly falling to the wayside. As more…

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Renpho Smart Nutrition Scale

How Can Technology Improve Nutrition of the Elderly? A Smart Nutrition Scale Maybe?

Photo by Andrea Piacquadio from Pexels Technology Can Help Tracking Nutrition of the Elderly Aging in Place As I get older I’ve become more interested in monitoring my health. There…

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FUTURE OF TRANSPORTATION

For Seniors What Does Future Transportation Look Like?

Image Source: Fezbot2000 on Unsplash For seniors, transportation is an important method for seeing family members and getting necessary supplies such as medication delivered. Transporation is an Aging in Place…

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Who is behind TechForAging?

At CES 2018, between Intuition Robotics Founders, with award-winning social robot ElliQ

Barry Sardis is the founder and chief editor of TechForAging. He started his journey in the tech world 50 years ago as a self-taught programmer. Having an immense passion for technology, he finds joy in two things: learning stuff and helping others learn by teaching them.

As a generalist, he has taken up several roles in his career in fields like software development, customer support, product marketing, product & strategic planning. He is also involved in start-up activities and has volunteered for multiple communities by being a technology advisor in a sizable 55+/Active Adult Community and at The Computer History Museum.

Know More

Featured in: Dec. 10, 2017, San Francisco Chronicle: “Smart-home tech might help older adults live independently longer” and Feb. 4, 2018, San Jose Mercury News: “Gadgets for seniors: Ambitious techies roll out robots, smart gear for their elders”

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A Senior's Smart Home Tech Stories

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A Senior’s Smart Home Stories #1 – Getting Started

How I got started with Smart Home Technology Updated: NOTE: Links for devices could result…

Amazon Echo Show

A Senior’s Smart Home Stories #2 – Conversational Assistants

Adding an Amazon Tap and an Amazon Echo, and later the Amazon Echo Show Updated: NOTE:…

Philips Hue Starter Kit

A Senior’s Smart Home Stories #3 – Smart Bulbs & Lights

Adding the Phillips Hue Lighting System Updated: NOTE: Links for devices could result in an…

Logitech Harmony Hub

A Senior’s Smart Home Stories #4 – Smart System Control Devices

Adding an Entertainment System Control Device Updated: NOTE: Links for devices could result in an…

Samsung SmartThings Hub

A Senior’s Smart Home Stories #5 – Smart Wall Switches

Adding light switches and SmartThings to my Smart Home Updated: NOTE: Links for devices could…

SmartThings Motion Sensor

A Senior’s Smart Home Stories #6 – Smart Motion Sensors

SmartThings Smart Home Sensors on Sale Updated: NOTE: Links for devices could result in an…

TP-Link WiFi Bulb

A Senior’s Smart Home Stories #7 – Wireless Camera

Our Somewhat Smart Vacation Home Updated: NOTE: Links for devices could result in an affiliate…

Sylvania Zigbee Outlet

A Senior’s Smart Home Stories #8 – Smart Zigbee Outlet

How Smart Home Technology Can Improve a Relationship and Save Money Updated: NOTE: Links for…

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A Personal Robot Companion

See our in-depth description of how the temi Personal Robot can benefit those who are aging in place. Read how temi is helping with the Coronavirus crisis.

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Companion Animal Robots

Companion animal robots can provide benefits for dementia patients and elders experiencing loneliness. Paro, a robot baby seal, is a well-known example targeted for institutional use. Hasbro spinout Joy for All offers affordable robotic cats and a dog for seniors in institutional and home use. This is a good report on its use.

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