Hello Folks, In working with senior adults with visual impairments as an occupational therapist, I have yet to have a senior own a Smart phone. Because of other comorbidities (other medical issues), their choice of a cell phone is simplistic in nature like the Jitterbug by Cricket. They may have cognitive and memory problems, along with physical limitation in their hands to be able to handle the ability to tap all over the screen and access an NLS app and its contents. For the most part, seniors will have computers and these devices are usually used for emails, the Internet, games, and word processing. Again, when the device becomes too complex in its use, they will not attempt to elect that device as their choice. The digital players from NLS are simple and easy for a senior to grasp and memorize the steps involve to operate it. The above have been my experience in providing services to the older adult, with a visual impairment and usually other medical conditions.
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