Did you know there are more than two million apps available today? These apps provide a variety of services related to health, well-being, entertainment, and much more. We did some research on the most useful apps for seniors and narrowed it down to the top four below. These are non-medical apps available for smartphones and tablets that are consistently ranked in the top three or four of multiple technology review websites. Take a look at each one and share with an aging loved one.
Top 4 Most Useful non-Medical Apps for Aging Adults
Check out the apps listed below and see if any are the right fit for you.
Magnifying Glass with Flashlight
The Magnifying Glass and Flashlight with flashlight (LED Torch Light) can handle all your fine print reading needs. Simply turn on the magnifier and watch as it auto focuses the text, while providing you the ability to zoom in/out further. Finally, you’ll see everything big and clear.
Red Panic Button
Red Panic Button is designed to improve the life of all citizens by offering them a higher degree of security in our society. As a mobile device, the application offers users safety guidance in unknown environments (using a GPS option) and helps people feel confident and safe when moving or working. You just have to set a panic number or mail address and the phone will send a message containing your location, determined using the fine GPS-based or coarse GSM-based coordinates.
Audible
Audible allows you to listen to your books wherever you are with their free app—at home, in the car, at the gym. Even if you switch devices, you’ll never lose your place. Home to a library of over 180,000 audio books, podcasts, and Audible channels, with complete customization of your listening experience. Instantly begin your 30-day free trial today and stream your first audio book free!
Shopwell
Shopwell tells you what’s in the food you’re buying at the grocery store and offers suggestions of new foods to try that fit with your lifestyle. Simply scan any item in the grocery store and the app will give you all of the information about that product. Create a profile with your food interests, and Shopwell will suggest similar products that best match your interests right in the store you’re standing in. It’s that easy.
