Smartphones are no longer just for the younger generations. According to BroadbandNow, 61% of adults 65+ own a smartphone. With thousands of app choices, it can be overwhelming to find the best ones for education, entertainment or just making life easier. But we here at Assisting Hands Home Care in West Austin are here to help you find the best apps for seniors!
Here is a list of the best apps for senior citizens that are both easy to use and will be essential for your smartphone.
Health and medical: Medisafe
Manage your medications with the fast, secure, and accurate way to keep track of all your meds. Medisafe offers many features, including personalized reminders for each of your medications and vital drug interaction warnings.
Download options: Apple Store | Google Store
Useful tools: Magnifying Glass + Flashlight
A simple app that can be used in many ways. If you’ve ever had trouble reading a form or a menu due to small print or dim lighting, this app is for you. The app allows you to zoom in on whatever you point at while also being able to turn on a light.
Download options: Apple Store | Google Store
Memories and photographs: Snapfish
With so many great photos on your phone Snapfish allows you to easily turn the digital memories into physical photo books and printed out photos. All you have to do is choose the photos and the app will do the rest.
Download options: Apple Store | Google Store
Ebooks and podcasts: Audible
Audio books have become a great alternative to physical books. Audible has the largest selection of audiobooks and the app is free to download with a paid subscription. Audible also offers a free trial period, so make sure to take advantage of the 30-day freebie.
Download options: Apple Store | Google Store
Staying connected: Facebook Mobile
Stay connected with friends and family with the free Facebook app. Enjoy Facebook’s features adapted for your smartphone. The Facebook app allows you all the same features as the desktop version including posting photos, buying or selling on the Marketplace, connecting with groups, and much more.
Download options: Apple Store | Google Store
Classic tunes: Old Time Radio 24
Do you miss listening to the music and radio shows that are no longer played on the radio? Dive into the vintage, classic and nostalgic eras with this radio player, which offers 35 free stations of music and radio plays from the 1920s all the way through the 1970s.
Download options: Apple Store
All the benefits, on your phone: AARP Now
Get all of the AARP benefits on your smartphone. From a list of membership discounts to senior-specific news, the AARP app gives members a digital access to their membership.
Download options: Apple Store | Google Store
Getting around town: Lyft and Uber
In case you will ever need a ride from a ridesharing service, it’s a good idea to download and set up an account with Lyft and Uber. An alternative to public transportation, Uber and Lyft allow users to hail a car within minutes. No more fumbling with cash or credit.
Lyft download options: Apple Store | Google Store
Uber download options: Apple Store | Google Store
Brain-boosting and mental acuity: Elevate
Elevate is a brain training program designed to improve your mind’s focus, memory, speaking abilities, processing speed, math skills, and more. Train with 40+ games that are designed to boost productivity in skills like math, reading, writing, speaking, and recall.
Download options: Apple Store | Google Store
Get started with apps today!
There are so many useful apps available these days, for seniors, caregivers, and everyone else. Get started by downloading some of those above, and explore the app stores for even more. And remember, we here at Assisting Hands Home Care in West Austin are here to help you, no matter what.
