"Making Technology Accessible for
Seniors"
Park-Zone Precision Parking Device
This gadget (Park-Zone PZ-1100) will help you park your vehicle in your garage. It works like a signal light and turns a flashing green when your car approaches the device. As you get closer it turns to flashing yellow and then to a flashing red. The red light means you have reach the pre-programmed distance from the wall. The device uses a ultrasonic transducer to measure the distance from your wall and the car's bumper. Uses batteries so your don't have to find an outlet to plug in a cord. The Park-Zone is made by Measurement Ltd. and sells for $19.99.
ActiveHome Professional 9-Piece Home Automation Starter Kit
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The ActiveHome Automation Starter Kit makes it possible to control the lights and electronic devices from a handheld remote, a keychain remote, or your computer in your home. They claim you can control your house from any Internet connection around the world! X10 sells many types of devices for automation, security, and monitoring. Many kits available and prices change regularly..
The FLY Fusion Pentop Computer
This gadget will capture what you write on their special paper and transfer it to your computer. If you prefer to write with a pen and not type on a keyboard this is the gadget for you. You can find this gadget and how it works at Flyworld.
Amplified Powered Neckloop CLA7
This gadget is for T-coil Hearing Aid users. The device is worn around the neck and plugs into your corded, cordless or cell phone. There is no need to hold the phone to the ear since it will transmit the sound to the T-coil. A microphone is built into the device to make it hands-free. This device is available free to the hearing impaired but requires the okay from your audiologist. A description of the device is at the ClearSounds website.
Black & Decker's Lids Off Jar Opener
This gadget will help you get most jar lids off. It works well with jars as small as a relish jar and up to a large pickle jar. Some seniors may find it difficult to operate. The product sells for $29.99 and is availbale at Bed, Bath, and Beyond. For a description see the Black and Decker website.