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The Best MP3 Players for Seniors and the Elderly: (Simple, Easy to Use With Large Buttons)

senior woman holding a music player and wearing headphones

It just makes sense! For many elderly people, listening to music triggers happy memories. And, these memories, lead to a stress-free and relaxed mind. Seniors who live alone or are unable to move about their homes due to limited mobility or vision, often turn to music as a source of entertainment. Some seniors like listening …

Simple Cameras for Seniors: The Best Easy to Use Digital and Film Cameras

senior man and woman taking a photo with a digital camera on vacation

One of the simplest joys in life is capturing our best memories and special occasions in a photograph. This preserves those moments forever even as memory fades over time. I’ve spent many hours myself going through photo albums with elderly loved ones. They love reliving happy memories all over again like pictures of their wedding …

Best Cordless Phones for Seniors for Frustration Free Calling

woman giving her senior father a new cordless phone

Cordless phones also offer several advantages for seniors. One of the most important benefits is that can carry these phones with them wherever they go in the home. That way, they always have a phone with them. But, there are some drawbacks too. They usually have smaller buttons and are often hard for some seniors …

Thoughtful Gifts for Elderly Men and Women in Nursing Homes

elderly woman in nursing home getting gifts from family

Making the transition into a nursing home is never easy for anyone. It is hard for the soon-to-be resident. And, also for their family. When the holidays and birthdays approach, people naturally want to find a nice give to give to older family members who are being cared for. But, figuring out just what to …

Large Button, Simple CD Players for the Elderly and Seniors

senior woman posing and showing off a CD in her hand

Music is a major part of our lives. It’s the same for many seniors too. But, listening to music today gets difficult with complicated electronic devices that stream music. But for many seniors and elderly, basic players might be a better option. You know, old fashioned (?) devices like Walkmans or other portable handheld CD …

Easy to Read Watches for Seniors (Large Face Watches for the Elderly)

For most people, checking the time and date is as easy as a quick look at your cell phone. Some may even use a flick of the wrist while wearing expensive smartwatches or fitness trackers. But, most watches today fail to meet the needs of many seniors. So, I created the guide to finding the …

The Best Universal Remote for Seniors: Simple, Easy to Use, and Large Buttons!

senior man using the best universal remote control to change his TV channel

The simple act of watching a favorite TV show is often a challenging task for many seniors. Remotes with too many buttons and small writing only cause frustration. Finding the best universal remote for seniors and the elderly can make their lives – and TV watching – so much simpler! It is no wonder that …

Best Keyboards for Seniors With Low Vision, Arthritis, and More

senior man and woman smiling while using a large computer keyboard

Computers are a significant part of our lives, no matter our age. We often don’t even think too much about the simple tasks we perform on our computers every day. But for many elderly people, this isn’t the case. Because of deteriorating eye-sight and hands that have started to shake, using a typical computer keyboard …

Audiobook Players for Seniors (Enjoy Great Stories Again!)

senior man listening to headphones and enjoying a cup of coffee

Books are a huge part of our lives. We use them for entertainment and knowledge they provide us and often take for granted everything they give us. But some people are not able to read conventional books like they used to. Audiobooks are voice recordings of books you can listen on an mp3 player, tablet, …

Lightweight Headphones for the Elderly (And Enjoy Loud Music Again!)

portrait of senior man in headphones listening to music and showing his thumb up while standing against grey background

Hearing loss can significantly impact all parts of a senior’s life. Unfortunately, this is something many seniors face every day. Among other things, they are unable to enjoy entertainment the way they used to. Many need a good pair of headphones to enhance the sound. However, most seniors and elderly people have never shopped for …

The Best TV Listening Devices for Hearing TV Better: Speakers, Headphones, and More

senior man relaxing and watching TV with his hands behind his head

For many of our senior and elderly loved ones, the television is their link to the outside world. TV’s are often their primary source of news, information, and entertainment. Unfortunately, the complications of aging can chip away at the usefulness of this important technology. For example, complicated remotes can make TVs difficult to operate. Poor …

What is the Best Computer Mouse for Arthritic Hands?

standard computer mouse can hurt people with arthritis in their hands

It is no secret that using a computer mouse a lot causes hands and wrists to ache. This is especially true in our high tech society. It seems like a computer is required for even the most basic tasks. Because of this Repetitive Strain Injuries (RSI) are a common problem. But, add the pain of …