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Aging In Place Directory
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Aging In Place Directory
#10 - Explore How Alexa Devices Improve Independence For Older Adults
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Summary
In this episode, Esther Kane discusses how Alexa devices can help older adults stay independent and safe. She explores various skills and features of Alexa, such as the Echo Show's screen for visual assistance, the Buddy Scale for emergency contacts, checking symptoms, finding products on sale, and ordering from Amazon. Esther also mentions the entertainment and sleep features, using Alexa as a speaker and intercom, controlling smart home devices, and using Alexa Guard for home security. She concludes by recommending trying out an Alexa device and placing them in multiple rooms for easy access.
Takeaways
- Alexa devices can help older adults stay independent and safe
- The Echo Show's screen can assist with visual impairment and identifying items
- The Buddy Scale allows for emergency contacts
- Alexa can check symptoms and provide general knowledge
- Finding products on sale and ordering from Amazon is convenient
- Alexa can provide entertainment and sleep sounds
- It can act as a speaker and intercom
- Alexa can control smart home devices
- Alexa Guard provides home security
- It can control Fire TV or Fire stick for TV control
Titles
- Controlling TV with Alexa
- Home Security with Alexa Guard
Sound Bites
- "Having devices like this in the home can help not only with daily activities, but also as far as safety and security."
- "Alexa can read labels to you, so you can identify items."
- "The Buddy Scale can contact multiple people in case of an emergency."
Chapters
00:00
Introduction: Alexa Devices and Independence
02:18
The Echo Show: Visual Assistance and Item Identification
04:08
The Buddy Scale: Emergency Contacts for Safety
07:02
Checking Symptoms and General Knowledge with Alexa
09:28
Finding Products on Sale and Ordering from Amazon
12:12
Using Alexa as a Speaker and Intercom
17:14
Controlling Smart Home Devices with Alexa
23:49
Home Security with Alexa Guard
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