A study conducted by the Pew Research Center in 2015 found that the majority of elderly individuals who own a smartphone believe that having one is freeing and connecting. A smartphone can grant a higher degree of autonomy to an elderly person, but that’s just one of the benefits. Others include:
Being able to make emergency calls Texting and keeping in touch with friends and family Video calling with friends and family Setting reminders for taking medication, drinking water, and more Using GPS to help navigate while driving or walking Checking the weather or the news Having access to health-monitoring apps Accessing the internet for various needs Having access to an endless source of entertainment