Category Archives: Technology
Overcoming Fear of Technology
EngAGE encourages older people to embrace technology, but it’s not always an easy thing to do, especially when technology changes so rapidly. But an article from NextAvenue explains that, “Between increasingly sensitive design and mushrooming educational offerings for older techno-buffs, … Continue reading
Quilting Muriel, 94, Takes Twitter by Storm
Comedian and animal rights activist Elayne Boosler got Muriel on Twitter and she’s never looked back. Click here to read more about her, including some of her Tweets. Here’s a sample: “I just finished cooking dinner for fifty people, even though … Continue reading
Navigating the Digital World When You’re Over 60
“A new center in New York focused on high-tech gadgets aims to help people 60 and older who have been left behind in a digital daze. The Senior Planet Exploration Center, officially opened Thursday (3/8) in New York’s Chelsea neighborhood, offers free … Continue reading
New EngAGE Community Commentaries Facebook Group
Readers who are on Facebook: We’ve just created a new open group called “EngAGE Community Commentaries.” It’s a place for EngAGE community residents, friends, and anyone interested in creative aging to express their thoughts. Shared blog posts and links are welcome, as are … Continue reading
Excelsior! Stan Lee Celebrates 90th Birthday
The ageless Stan Lee ushers in the 10th decade of his very full life and shows not the slightest sign of slowing down. The comic book writer, editor, actor, producer, publisher, television personality, and former president and chairman of Marvel Comics, has … Continue reading
Using Technology to Follow the Aging Process
Oregon Health & Science University is conducting an interesting study using simple motion detectors to track seniors’ movements in their homes. From OregonLive: “In the future, a doctor or family member with access to the data may be able to notice … Continue reading
Would You Like to Have a Robot Helper?
From NBCNews.com/FutureTech: Personal robotics companies are making a bet that real-world C-3PO-like machines will be of great help to the world’s aging population who need assistance with routine household tasks. The question is: will they embrace the technology? Yes, as … Continue reading
