Electronics

Simple Cell Phones

If you have been intimidated by smart phones, you don't have to worry. There are other phones, like those made by Jitterbug, that are easy to use and serve many purposes, including acting as a medical alert system. Some of the key features of Jitterbug phones are big buttons with large, legible numbers (to make dialing easy), a backlit keypad to assist visibility in low-light areas, and a powerful speaker so that conversations are loud and clear. To learn more, go to: https://www.lively.com/phones/

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Skype and Facetime

Most of you have probably heard of Skype or Facetime by now. It's an awesome, free online service that can make such a difference in the lives of family and friends - especially those that live far away from one another. With a simple download to your computer, iPad, tablet, or smartphone, this service allows you to see and talk to another person in real time. If you have an apple product (iPad, iPhone, Mac Computer, FaceTime is also a great way to see your loved ones.)

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Disclaimer: The Parkinson Association of Alabama (PAA) does not endorse or recommend any specific product or brand for purchase. It is to each person's discretion what products to purchase. The PAA cannot be held liable if the product does not produce its desired solution.