519.915.4370
519.915.4370
“You are always free to choose what you do with your life. To make changes in your future, make new choices today”- Brian Tracy
When it comes to choosing a place to live in, later years can be challenging. Many older adults prefer to stay in their home, but there are concerns to consider. Safety, mobility issues, and physical limitations are important factors to think about. What if a loved one falls and needs help?
There are a number of senior friendly technology tools available to allow our loved ones to remain at home comfortably. As technology continues to advance, providing solutions to help when challenges arise due to aging. Let’s explore some of the tech devices and how they are enhancing the lives of seniors at home.
Remote Patient Monitoring
Remote patient monitoring is revolutionizing the way our loved ones are able to connect with their doctors. With the use of wearable devices, smart pill bottles, bio-ingestible capsules and even electronic tattoos, vital signs and medical conditions can be monitored in extraordinary ways. This goes beyond the limitations of telehealth appointments. It also helps provide doctors with a more in-depth understanding of a person’s medical condition.
Home Safety
Smart devices can offer some peace of mind to a senior living alone and their concerned family members. There are a number of products available to cater to specific needs, such as smart doorbells, door locks and fire alarms. As an alternative, seniors can opt for a comprehensive smart security system that includes all these features and more.
Having a smart speaker system, like Amazon Echo or Google Nest Audio, can operate through voice command, making it an essential part of a home's technology system. By using a simple voice request such as calling for assistance, the older adult can rely on technology to handle it efficiently.
Whole Home Automation
Having a central control system is perfect for tech enthusiasts who want to fully embrace technology. With the use of a tablet or a smartphone, you can easily control various functions such as lights, security camera systems, sensors, window shades, thermostat, music, Wi-Fi and much more. It is an easy and efficient way to manage your home or office.
Technology can offer a number of advantages for our loved ones highlighted by Micheal Miller, author of My Smart Home for Seniors. By automating tasks that can be challenging, technology can help to provide assistance and convenience to all homeowners, with a particular focus on seniors.
For independent and safe living at home, a human touch is essential, regardless of the tech tools we use. Contact Amy’s Helping Hands, the Windsor, Ontario home care experts at 519-915-4370 for a free in-home assessment. Discover our customized in-home care support that helps seniors live life to the fullest.
Contact Us
How to Make Dementia Care More Fun and Effective Through Improv Improvisation is a valuable tool when it comes to dementia care. It will allow our caregivers to connect and engage with our seniors facing cognitive challenges. By embracing unforeseen twists, improvisation helps caregivers learn more about our seniors with dementia care. Its spontaneity fosters creativity, adaptability, and lightheartedness helping to make dementia care more fun and effective for both our caregivers and our seniors. So, How Exactly Does Improv in Dementia Care Work? Improv in…
Read More
Enjoying Spring to the Fullest: How In-Home Senior Care Can Help Your Loved One Stay Active As the warmth of spring spreads across Windsor and Essex County, it's the perfect time for seniors to get out, enjoy the fresh air, and engage in activities that bring them joy. However, for many seniors, mobility issues or health concerns may hinder their ability to participate in outdoor activities independently. That's where in-home senior care from Amy's Helping Hands comes in. In this article, we'll explore how our personalized in-home care services can support your senior loved…
Read More
Understand Broken Heart Syndrome and How to Help Someone Who is Grieving Sometimes, the emotional pain of loss and grief can feel almost physically unbearable. Believe it or not, there is a medical term for this phenomenon “broken heart syndrome”. While temporary, the symptoms can be alarming. Let us understand this condition and how to support a loved one struggling with the weight of grief. What is Broken Heart Syndrome? Broken heart syndrome , also known as Takotsubo cardiomyopathy, is a temporary heart condition often triggered by severe emotional distress…
Read More
Hopping into Independence: Easter Signs Your Senior May Need In-Home Care Easter is a time of renewal and fresh starts. As we celebrate with loved ones, it's the perfect opportunity to check in and make sure our senior family members are thriving. If you're noticing some subtle changes, in-home care services, like those offered by Amy's Helping Hands, can be like a basket full of support to help them maintain their independence at home. Spotting the Signs: A Springtime Checklist Household Hints: Are chores around the house becoming neglected? Unwashed dishes,…
Read More
Palliative Care- letting your senior loved on pass at home Palliative care is a type of healthcare specifically designed for individuals and their families facing life-threatening illnesses that are in their advanced stages. This information helps to address common questions seniors have about palliative care, also known as hospice care. It helps to provide guidance on where seniors can access further information about available services. What is palliative care? Palliative care is to help enhance the quality of life for those who are critically or…
Read More
The Difficult Emotions Every Family Caregiver Battles – and How to Let Them Go If you are feeling a bit discouraged in your role as caregiver, take heart; you’re in good company. Providing care help for a loved one is perhaps the most complex role we can hold: highly rewarding on the one hand, while simultaneously frustrating and ever-evolving, frequently resulting in feelings of doubt about whether we are up to the challenge and providing the most effective care. It’s why a number of family caregivers struggle with some or all of these types of feelings: Guilt: It…
Read More
7 Tips to Better Manage Dementia and Incontinence Caring for a family member with dementia requires a combination of empathy and creativity to address challenging behaviors, especially in dealing with incontinence, an issue that is prevalent in Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. By implementing these proven strategies can effectively reduce the impact of incontinence and help prevent emotional distress for a family member with dementia. Choose your words carefully. When it comes to discussing incontinence products, try considering using…
Read More
Keeping Seniors Safe: How In-Home Care in Windsor Prevents Falls and Enhances Home Safety For seniors in Windsor, Ontario, maintaining a safe home environment is essential for their well-being and independence. However, as age-related challenges arise, so do concerns about falls and household obstacles. Amy's Helping Hands understands the importance of creating a safe space for seniors to thrive. In this article, we'll explore how our in-home senior care services can prevent falls and address household obstacles, providing peace of mind for both seniors and their families. Helping…
Read More