5 Technologies I Wish I’d Had When I Was a Caregiver

During my peak of providing care for multiple elders, I could have used many of the technology advances available today—though, frankly, there are others that I'd still happily do without.

One type of technology that I found invaluable at the time – and still do – is the personal alarm. I subscribed to a personal alarm service for my neighbor, my uncle and my mother. I can't emphasize enough how much these alarms contributed to peace of mind for my elders and for me, their caregiver. These alarms generally come in bracelet, necklace and clip-on forms, and are easy to use in an emergency. They give an elder some sense of security, without being too intrusive.

However, technology has moved forward at warp speed, now offering options that we couldn't even imagine just a few years ago. Below are five options that I'd likely use if I were beginning my caregiving career today: