Best Video Call Devices for Seniors

Best Video Call Devices for Seniors

In the United States, 27% of adults over 60 live alone (pew research). This percentage is higher than in any other nation. Humans need socialization. We survive and thrive through social connections. But unfortunately, many seniors are alone more often as they age, leaving them vulnerable to social isolation, loneliness, and health problems like cognitive decline, stroke, and heart disease. Why Video Chatting? Video chatting is a great way to connect with seniors when you can't be with them…

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Handling Your Loved One’s Digital Estate

Handling Your Loved One’s Digital Estate

Settling someone's estate can be a long and emotional process, even if they leave a will. There are people and places to notify, accounts to close, and possessions to sort through. In the past, that was enough to deal with on its own. Today, however, you need to consider digital property as well. Most people have not made a digital will or included instructions for their digital assets. And most of the time, their predecessors do nothing with them…

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Level Up Your Decluttering

Level Up Your Decluttering

Decluttering your home feels great! The space is refreshed and open. It’s like it has a new life. But if the stuff you take out of your home simply winds up in your garage or storage space because you had no idea what to do with it, that’s not completely helpful either. Instead, try these proven methods to get rid of your stuff – for good! Sell It – Locally Selling locally saves you the cost of packaging and…

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Facebook is Killing Your Productivity

Facebook is Killing Your Productivity

The connection between Facebook and productivity clicked when I looked at my daily habits. Taking the app off my phone while keeping the mobile browser access changed how I work. Friends might notice I'm not as active, and family sometimes wonders if they're being ignored (they're not), but this boundary works wonders. By keeping Facebook desktop-only and setting time blocks, I've found the right balance between staying in touch and on task. Work connections stay strong, client messages flow…

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