The Journal
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Technology
3 articles on technology, for families caring for an aging parent and the older adults they love.
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Why Voice Works When Screens Don't
For an older adult who finds apps and devices frustrating, talking is the one interface they already know. Here is why voice removes the barriers that screens put up.
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Technology for Older Adults Who 'Don't Do Technology'
Most tech built for seniors goes unused. Here is why, and what actually works for a parent who finds apps and devices frustrating.
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Choosing a Simple Device a Parent Will Actually Use
How to pick technology an aging parent will genuinely use, judged by principles rather than features, so it does not end up in a drawer.
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