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Life Expectancy is Up: Aging Technology is a Booming Business!

March 24, 2010

I frequently write about the tremendous benefits that technology is bringing to our aging population.  I also point out that the elderly are too often victimized by their own outdated expectations; not understanding that they can typically live not only longer, but better.  One of the common beliefs based on past experience and wisdom it [...]

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Seniors on computers: a great prescription!

February 13, 2010

As past readers of this blog know, I am enthusiastic about promoting the use of computers and the Internet by senior citizens.  The possibility that many of us will live to 100 years of age is greater than it has ever been in human history.  Yet, most of us who have reached our 65th birthday [...]

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Sources of assistance for home modifications for seniors

January 8, 2010

Image by joyrex via Flickr Most aging folks would prefer to stay in their own homes as they grow older.  However, many of their homes are not well-suited to disabilities and impairments with which they may deal, and the cost of updating or remodeling to make such houses more usable for them is prohibitive for [...]

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Great Internet health resource for seniors!

January 8, 2010

This column is always on the lookout for ways in which technology can improve the quality of life of senior citizens, and help aging folks remain independent as long as possible. Today I’m pleased to introduce you to a website that offers information that will advanced those goals. Healthmonitor.com bills itself as “the leading online [...]

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