Roundtrip Medical Transportation is an Internet based service intended to make ordering non emergency patient transport more convenient by using a network of public and private providers.
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Ride N Care is a ride service designed to provide transportation for elders who would benefit from having a companion to see them safely throughout their trip.
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Loop is an Internet connected monitor and iOS app intended to be a communication device that allows the user to share video, photos, and video chat.
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The 3G VisionOne GPS Tracker/Monitor is a GPS device intended, with a smartphone app, to serve as a personal safety alarm as well as a location tracker, among other cellular based functionalities.
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The Britzgo Hearing Amplifier is intended to offer an affordable alternative to costly hearing aids.
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Asked about barriers to independence, the topic of driving at night was discussed. Using Uber was a popular solution.
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A favorite jar opener was demonstrated with a spaghetti sauce jar and a pickle jar. Also a method for opening plastic water bottles (teeth, not recommended) was discussed. It is helpful to first break the seal with a church key. What’s a church key?
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Regarding barriers to independence, bathing options were discussed. Putting a bar (but not with Jack Daniels) in the shower seemed like a popular idea.
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Do we have a love/hate relationship with new technology? We want what it has to offer, but to do so we have to be willing to put in the time to learn it. A comparison was made to learning bridge and the time it takes to stay proficient at it.
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Video Conferencing can enhance the safety and happiness of seniors. In a hospital setting, video conferencing was used to check on patients rather than sending a nurse (and resultant germs) from room to room. Video Conferencing might be a great way to run a book club for home bound seniors....
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The first meeting of this new circle took place on April 26 with about twenty participants.
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Alexa uses were explored. Some uses included turning the thermostat on or off from a remote location, turning on the radio, setting reminders, setting alarms and turning on lamps. Next meeting we will bring in an Alexa device and explore even more uses.
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Living Alternatives were discussed with one member expressing his initial reluctance to move into a Senior Care facility (Stoneridge Creek) and his current very satisfied results. He is very happy with his choice and pointed out the importance of the groups and social connections. Income tax...
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The selection of a trusted financial advisor was key. One person recommended using a fee-based financial planner who won’t churn your investments and can run analyses of your portfolio over various scenarios (sensitivity analysis). Another advised turning assets over to someone while you still...
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Cochlear Implant and other hearing aids were described and discussed.
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