For decades, conversations about aging have often focused on limitations. But something remarkable is happening quietly in homes across America: technology is helping older adults remain independent, curious, connected, and engaged longer than ever before. Independence technology for seniors is the mission of Geezers, Gadgets and Gizmos. Continue reading The 2026 Independence Technology Report
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How Independence Is Lost and What Actually Helps Older Adults Stay Mobile
Loss of independence doesn’t usually happen all at once. It happens quietly — through small changes in mobility, confidence, environment, and expectations. In this special written edition of Geezers Gadgets and Gizmos, host Garrison Leykam interviews Dr. Thomas Gill, one of the nation’s leading experts on aging, mobility, and functional decline, to unpack how independence is lost and what actually helps older adults stay mobile. Continue reading How Independence Is Lost and What Actually Helps Older Adults Stay Mobile
Geezers Gadgets and Gizmos Return Visit to WFSB-TV Channel 3
A big “thank you” to Scot Haney (Hartford Advocate’s Best News Personality in Connecticut for 12 consecutive years) and Kara Sundlun (three-time Emmy Award-winning journalist) for Geezers Gadgets and Gizmos Return Visit to WFSB-TV Channel 3! Here are the products we presented. Continue reading Geezers Gadgets and Gizmos Return Visit to WFSB-TV Channel 3
Geezers Gadgets and Gizmos on Great Day Connecticut
We’ve been invited back to WFSB-TV Channel 3 on Friday January 30th to appear on Great Day Connecticut. Scot Haney (Hartford Advocate’s Best News Personality in Connecticut for 12 consecutive years) and Kara Sundlun (three-time Emmy Award-winning journalist) will interview Garrison and Alyson about the latest products helping seniors live quality lives. Tune in to see Geezers Gadgets and Gizmos on Great Day Connecticut again! Continue reading Geezers Gadgets and Gizmos on Great Day Connecticut
QuikTok by CareYaya — Your AI Phone Buddy
So, picture this: you meant to call your mom… yesterday. Or maybe last week. Okay fine, maybe last month. Life gets busy. Suddenly, it’s easier to remember which remote turns on the TV than it is to remember to pick up the phone. Enter QuikTok—and no, not the app your grandkids are glued to while dancing in the kitchen. This QuikTok is like a digital guilt-trip buddy. It’s an AI tool that calls your loved ones for you. That’s right. Instead of forgetting to check in with your 92-year-old Aunt Ruth who insists she “doesn’t need anyone,” the QuikTok AI phone companion for seniors makes sure she hears a friendly voice anyway. It’s like outsourcing your conscience. Continue reading QuikTok by CareYaya — Your AI Phone Buddy
10 Surprising Facts About Mattresses You Probably Didn’t Know
Who knew bedtime could be this fascinating? From ancient sleep hacks to quirky laws and surprising health connections, mattresses have a history that’s deeper than we often give them credit for. Whether you’re a trivia buff or just love a good backstory, these surprising mattress facts will make you look at your bed in a whole new way. Continue reading 10 Surprising Facts About Mattresses You Probably Didn’t Know
Best Mattress Topper for Back Pain in 2025
If you wake up stiff, sore, or achy, your mattress might not be giving your spine the support it needs. The best mattress topper for back pain can help reduce discomfort, improve sleep posture, and save you hundreds (or thousands) compared to buying a new mattress. Continue reading Best Mattress Topper for Back Pain in 2025
AI Deprescribing Software for Seniors Helps Reduce Harmful Prescriptions
Many older adults take a cocktail of medications daily — often five or more. Over time, prescriptions can pile up, sometimes to treat the side effects of other prescriptions. This creates what doctors call a “prescribing cascade,” and the results can be devastating: confusion, dizziness, falls, and even hospitalizations. But now AI deprescribing software for seniors is a reality. Continue reading AI Deprescribing Software for Seniors Helps Reduce Harmful Prescriptions
Top 3 Brain-Boosting, Mood-Lifting, Grandkid-Connecting Games for Seniors in 2025
Aging doesn’t mean slowing down—especially not when it comes to staying sharp, connected, and entertained. Whether you’re battling boredom, boosting your brainpower, or bonding with the grandkids, these 3 senior-friendly games are a click away from changing your daily routine. Continue reading Top 3 Brain-Boosting, Mood-Lifting, Grandkid-Connecting Games for Seniors in 2025
FALL-PROOFING YOUR FUTURE: The Smartest Gadgets to Keep Seniors on Their Feet
Falls are the #1 threat to independent living for seniors — but these devices are fighting back. Let’s face it: gravity isn’t getting any gentler. As we age, a fall can go from “oops” to ER in a flash. Fortunately, the booming fall prevention tech market is stepping up, and it’s not all ugly grab bars and rubber mats anymore. Continue reading FALL-PROOFING YOUR FUTURE: The Smartest Gadgets to Keep Seniors on Their Feet