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This week: the "family emergency" phone call
A caller says a grandchild is in trouble and needs money now. Hang up and call your grandchild on the number you already have.
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Tech and Online Safety · Safety at Home
Fall Detection Watches: How They Work and What to Look For
Fall detection watches automatically alert emergency services or contacts if a fall is detected -- but accuracy varies and the details of how each device calls for help differ significantly.
Tech and Online Safety · Hearing and Devices
Bluetooth Hearing Aids: What They Do and What to Compare
Bluetooth hearing aids stream phone calls and TV audio directly into your ears. What that means in practice, what the app controls, and when Bluetooth is and is not worth it.
Healthy Living · Eating Well
Gluten Free Meal Delivery: Services and What to Compare
Gluten free filter vs. certified gluten free: what the difference means in practice, how the main service types compare, and what to check if cross-contamination matters to you.
Healthy Living · Sleep and Calm
Best Cooling Sheets for Seniors: Materials Compared
Cotton percale, linen, bamboo and Tencel: how the main cooling sheet materials compare for older adults who sleep warm or wake up damp.
Healthy Living · Sleep and Calm
Best Bed Rails for Seniors: Types and Safety Compared
Assist handles, half-length rails and full-length rails: how the main types compare, what to check for safe installation, and who each type suits.
Healthy Living · Move and Stretch
Best Rowing Machine for Seniors: Home Options Compared
Magnetic, air, water and hydraulic: how the main types of rowing machine compare for older adults who want a low-impact full-body workout at home.