Show Notes:
This week, Barry and Bobby dive into extreme summer heat and how it uniquely affects seniors and their caregivers—plus, they uncover the magic of senior-friendly ride services that don’t require a smartphone. And yes, Barry once again brings the cookies from the "retired nap club."
Heat dome warnings and heat stroke signs to watch for
Tips for keeping seniors safe and cool
HVAC maintenance and hydration reminders
New ride services that cater to seniors—smartphone optional!
Personal stories about simple tech tasks that aren’t always so simple
Time zone bugs, clock confusion, and how caregivers can help with “easy” phone features
00:00 – Welcome & heat wave reality check
01:00 – Recognizing signs of heat stroke in seniors
02:30 – AC maintenance & hydration reminders
03:30 – Barry’s personal heat warning symptom
05:38 – Ride services for seniors (Uber Caregiver, GoGo Grandparent, etc.)
10:00 – Helping seniors with simple tech tasks (alarm clocks, time settings)
13:00 – Obscure phone bug from a cell tower
13:30 – Shout-out to new listeners in New Orleans & Slidell!
Resources Mentioned:
Show notes and resources are here: https://bit.ly/caretechandtips-resources
