Grandparents and grandchildren have a special bond. Find out what happened when we asked a group of grandkids to tell us what they love about their grandparents and how they stay in touch.
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How Grandparents and Grandchildren Stay in Touch
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How Your New Medicare Card Will Help Protect Your Identity
Discover how your new Medicare card will help protect your identity, and reduce the chances of Medicare fraud. Find out more about how to avoid scams, identity theft, and enjoy a safe retirement.
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A Stylish Medical Alert to Keep Mom Safe, Independent & Fashionable
Find out why medical alert devices don’t have to be boring. Discover how to bling and bedazzle a medical alert to keep mom safe, independent, and fashionable.
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A Centenarian Reflects on the Positive Impacts of Technology
Every day, 10,000 Americans turn 65 years old, and every day, they’re redefining what it means to grow older. At …
How Technology Is Evolving This Grandpa’s Hot Rod Hobby
Every day, 10,000 Americans turn 65 years old, and every day, they’re redefining what it means to grow older. At …
Changing Technology Helps Seniors Stay Safe & Connected
Every day, 10,000 Americans turn 65 years old, and every day, they’re redefining what it means to grow older. At …
Technology Helps Seniors Stay in Touch Across Generations
Every day, 10,000 Americans turn 65 years old, and every day, they’re redefining what it means to grow older. At …
Seniors are Adapting to Technology and Living a Digital Lifestyle
Every day, 10,000 Americans turn 65 years old, and every day, they’re redefining what it means to grow older. At …
A Comic Book Artist Adapts His Art to Changing Technology
Every day, 10,000 Americans turn 65 years old, and every day, they’re redefining what it means to grow older. At …
How Technology Has Changed This Artist’s Art, Life & Legacy
Every day, 10,000 Americans turn 65 years old, and every day, they’re redefining what it means to grow older. At …
Smartphones, Social Media and Technology Trends Among Seniors
Seniors and Technology Statistics They may not be attached to their phones the way teens or millennials are, but seniors …
Medical Alert Systems for Seniors: 5 Tips for Caregivers
Importance of Senior Safety at Home I will never forget the afternoon my 67-year-old mother and I dropped in to …
Senior Social Media Influencers You Should Follow
Social Media for Seniors There are plenty of social media accounts about seniors and how to find information about caregiving, …
Personal Emergency Response Systems (PERS) Provide All the Help You Need
How Personal Emergency Response Devices with GPS Help Seniors Feel Safe You’re driving to a place you’ve never been, and …
Aging and Technology: A GreatCall Documentary Series
Every day, 10,000 Americans turn 65 years old, and every day, they’re redefining what it means to grow older. At …
Holiday Gift Guide for Senior Moms
Just in time for the holidays, we’re excited to share our gift guide for Mom! What will be the perfect …
Celebrating National Caregivers Awareness Month: GreatCall Heroes
National Caregivers Awareness Month November marks the beginning of National Family Caregivers Month, a time to honor family caregivers, raise …
5 Features You Want In Your Medical Alert Device
Medical alert devices are very popular for seniors and those with special needs. When the individual experiences a medical problem, …
Benefits of Owning a Smartphone: 3 Dos and Don’ts
I’m an empty-nester! Wow—mixed emotions come with that. Newfound freedom, check! More time for myself, check! Really miss being “Mommy” …
Four Great Tech Gifts for Dad
Father’s Day is right around the corner, but what makes the best gifts for dad? Given that you’ve probably already …
Why It’s Still Cool to Have a Flip Phone
In the same way that beauty is in the eye of the beholder, coolness is also a matter of perspective. …
A High-Tech Rehab Revolution
“Bionic Grandma” may sound like the title of a sci-fi comedy, but in the near future the phrase might describe …
Online Volunteering Offers Opportunities to Make a Difference
Mom and Dad might not be as active as they once were, but that doesn’t mean they’re not interested in …
Using Tech to Talk: Communication Tools for Older Adults
When the brain changes, so does communication. Fortunately new, tech-based communication tools can help. Two years ago, my grandmother had …
The Benefits of Social Media for Seniors
Facebook is not just for the young. In fact, 64 percent of online American adults between the ages of 50 to 64 …
Tech For Seniors: 5 Must-Have Technology Devices for Seniors
While the number of older adults using the Internet and related tech devices continues to increase, so too does tech …
Online Support Groups Can Provide You the Help and Support You Need
When you’re a family caregiver, finding a minute to do almost anything but provide care sometimes seems impossible. But caregivers …
GreatCall Currents – Our Blog for Caregivers Debuts!
When is the last time you were asked, “What can I do to make your life easier?” Maybe never? That …