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Technology can make life easier, safer, and better in the long run. It can keep you living at home longer and help you regain independence again. Read on for our technology articles, industry insights, success stories, and find out how technology can and does help people every day!
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Feros Care is celebrating a milestone with the MyFeros Portal, technology allowing seniors to easily manage crucial aspects of their in-home care, now boasting over 2000 users. 

Continually evolving and improving, we see more and more clients joining the platform every day and enjoying its multitude of benefits. 

Did you know your Home Care Package may cover assistive equipment and technology that can help you stay independent and safe in your home? Here are the top seven products our clients love.

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As Feros Care client Alice’s balance declined, she had become more susceptible to falling over and was feeling more vulnerable. She was also very aware of the stress it was causing her family so when she heard about Feros Care’s personal alarm systems, she was keen to set the wheels in motion.

Tech-savvy older Australians are often a target for scammers. We’ve asked our experts about the three top online scams currently doing the rounds, and how you can protect yourself from each.

Today, many seniors own smartphones or tablets, and the apps they use have plenty of benefits: from helping to maintain social connections to tracking health and wellness, sharpening the mind, and providing entertainment. We have compiled the best apps for seniors!

Caring for someone can leave you feeling depleted, exhausted, and rather isolated – it is hard work. However, you need to take care of your mental health, and I have the answer for you.

Read how this 93-year-old write went from pen and paper to publishing books online with the help of Feros Care’s Let’s Get Technical program.

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