Virtual Connections
15 Virtual Activities for Seniors In Isolation – If you have technology readily available in your community, you can begin to spice up your programming by using virtual activities. Here is a list of sites, apps, and programs you can begin using any time.
Computer Technology Brings Grandparents and Grandchildren Closer Together – It’s now easier than ever for seniors to keep in touch with grandchildren — even if you live far apart. In fact, thanks to online communication, today’s kids are connecting with their grandparents more than they have in the past.
Engage Virtually: Tips for keeping older adults connected – Connection and a sense of community can be critical to well-being as people continue to distance and isolate. It can be challenging, especially for older adults, but there are ways to engage, explore and unwind.
How Older People Use the Internet to Avoid Lonliness – It’s time we started experimenting a bit more with new ways of addressing loneliness so we can understand their possible strengths and, more importantly, their limitations. In particular, the social networking aspect of the internet, which is more often accused of displacing traditional social interaction and isolating people, is creating ways of tackling loneliness by bringing together people whose paths would otherwise never cross.
How Seniors Can Stay Virtually Connected with Loved Ones – From Senior Lifestyle here are some of the best social media, video platforms, and apps for seniors to stay virtually connected.
How to Be A Great Virtual Grandparent – Tips on generation bridging activities and how to be a great virtual grandparent.
How to Help Elderly People Stay Connected – Grandparents and aged friends have been hit particularly hard by the isolation of social distancing. Here’s how to keep them connected.
Social Distancing for Seniors: Tech to Help the Elderly Through Isolation – The Covid-19 outbreak means we have to social distance and self-isolate. How can we help our elder loved ones?
Virtual Resources for Older Adults during the Covid-19 Pandemic – GeriPal has compiled a list of free or low-cost resources for older adults that provides for social engagement and intellectual stimulation during this period of physical isolation and social distancing.
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Genetic Genealogy – What’s It All About? – As DNA analysis has put an exciting spin on tracing our family trees it can all seem to be an overwhelming and confusing science! The following resources should help us to put a bit of sense and understanding for genealogical tasks.
Alexa for Senior Communities – Designed specifically for the needs of senior living communities and healthcare facilities, Alexa Smart Properties simplifies deploying and managing Alexa-enabled devices at scale, helping properties offer customized Alexa experiences for residents and patients, and increase care team productivity and operational efficiency.
Brain Guide – New brain health guide with memory questionnaire addresses immense need for brain health information and insights about cognitive impairment and Alzheimer’s Disease.
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