As of 2024, roughly 88 percent of U.S. adults ages 65 and older use the internet. No matter how you slice it, internet access is important for older adults, be it for social connection, healthcare ...

For those new to smartphones, the Jitterbug Smart4 is an intuitive entry point. With its simplified menus, voice commands, and optional safety features, it’s one of our favorite smartphones for older ...

The easiest phones for seniors utilize large buttons, voice commands, and simplified navigation. Every phone on this list costs under $400, and they all work on networks that require no long-term ...

To choose the best flip phones of 2024, I evaluated them based on simplicity, durability, battery life, camera quality, and the availability of extra features like voice commands. Every phone that ...

Jabra Enhance hearing aids cost as low as $995 for a pair, and they’re one of the few brands that supports Bluetooth audio streaming. Eargo hearing aids are nearly invisible when worn, and all pairs ...

For people 55 and over, AT&T offers unlimited talk, text, and data plans for $40 per month per line; however, only Florida residents are eligible for these plans. For those who don’t live in Florida, ...

Cable TV costs continue to rise, with the average monthly cable package costing roughly $217, according to Allconnect. High prices are likely why many Americans are ditching cable and opting for ...

Although widely known, Life Alert is one of the most expensive medical alert systems on the market, starting at $49.95 per month, plus activation fees. Unlike other medical alert companies, Life Alert ...

For those who live in two-story homes, a stair lift can be the difference between aging in place and transitioning to a senior care community. Through my decades of working with seniors, I’ve found ...

Easy to use and packed with safety features, Jitterbug phones are an ideal option for older adults. Compared to other cell phones, these devices are also highly affordable, ranging from $100-$150 for ...

Across all systems, Medical Guardian answered our test calls in an average of eight seconds, giving them the fastest response times we’ve tested. Medical Guardian systems cost slightly more than ...

Starting at $1,650 for a pair, Eargo hearing aids are far more affordable than conventional prescription hearing aids. Sweetening the deal, Eargo includes lifetime remote support from hearing ...