Caregivers often wish they had “another set of hands” to help manage endless tasks, appointments, and responsibilities. In this episode of the Life on Repeat Podcast, Laura explores how technology—when used intentionally—can save time, reduce stress, and bring more breathing room into the caregiving journey.
From shared calendars and safety monitors to medication reminders and even AI, Laura shares practical tech tools designed to support caregivers without ever replacing the heart of caregiving. This conversation highlights how technology can be a helper, not a substitute—freeing you up to stay connected, present, and human.
Laura Vaillancourt is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Geriatric Mental Health Specialist, and founder of Eldercare Counseling & Guidance Services. Through the Life on Repeat Podcast, she helps caregivers feel less overwhelmed and more supported by providing education, resources, and encouragement rooted in compassion and expertise.
00:00 – Why technology can be a caregiver’s ally
06:15 – Caregiving pain points that feel the heaviest
12:40 – Organization & reminders: calendars, task lists, voice assistants
20:50 – Safety & monitoring: GPS trackers, sensors, stove shutoff devices
29:35 – Medical support: smart pill dispensers & symptom trackers
36:40 – Emotional & social connection: Memoryboard (*Correction: GrandPad mentioned in episode was meant to be Memoryboard), Echo Show, family engagement
45:15 – Outsourcing & respite apps (TaskRabbit, Papa, Care.com)
51:20 – AI for caregivers: real-world examples and creative uses
01:02:00 – Keeping the heart in tech: connection over replacement
