Comments on: New Software Enabled Elderly Mother to Send First Email

By: Kaye - SandwichINK

Kaye - SandwichINK — Fri, 31 Jul 2009 20:30:15 +0000

Hi, It definitely looks intriguing. I’m going to show it to my senior mom. Not sure she’ll like it, but looks like it should prove to be a good resource for many! Thanks for the info

By: Seniors & Boomers News: Dementia's Challenges, Caregiver Vacations, Elderly-Friendly Email, More | Seniors For Living

Tue, 28 Jul 2009 04:20:32 +0000

[...] Dale Carter has found a way to bridge the technology gaps with seniors, which she recounts in New Software Enabled Elderly Mother to Send First Email. This timely post at Transition Aging [...]

By: Great Reviews Since Our Launch « FamiliLink Blog

Great Reviews Since Our Launch « FamiliLink Blog — Mon, 27 Jul 2009 18:37:55 +0000

[...] Specifically, a popular website called http://www.transitionagingparents.com did a great overall review of FamiliLink, touching on all the main points which make FamiliLink so special and user friendly. Here are a few quotes from this review: -”Mom and I found this software easy to learn, easy to use and well-supported. -”I’m convinced the only way I finally got her online was due to a new one-stop portal offered by FamiliLink.” -”If this sounds like the answer to a long-distance caregiver’s prayer, it is.” -”Mom sent and received her first email, viewed her photos and updated her calendar. I said, “Mom, you have now entered the digital age”. You should have seen the smile on her face.” You can read the complete review here: [...]

By: Blanca Stella Mejia

Blanca Stella Mejia — Sat, 25 Jul 2009 04:14:53 +0000

This is very interesting. I’m going to check it out for my mom.
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By: Ann Blanchard

Ann Blanchard — Thu, 16 Jul 2009 15:22:26 +0000

I think this software is great and depending on the parent, would work if you get them started young enough. My dad got his first computer at age 80. I’ll never forget trying to teach him to use a mouse – it was hilarious! He was over-driving, like the first time I drove a car – running the car from one side of my lane to another, until I learned that small movements were enough. Same with my dad and his mouse.

My mom, on the other hand, is not open to new ideas or change. She has adamantly refused to have anything to do with a computer and barely understands how to use her TV remote control. When we bought her first microwave years ago, it took her weeks to try it and learn to use it. So it all depends on the senior and their capacity (and willingness) to learn new things.