Product & Service Reviews

NCOA Adviser

A free resource with reviews of products and services to help you age well provided by the National Council on Aging (NCOA).

NCOA believes that every person deserves to age well.

NCOA was the first national voice for older adults and those who serve them. Since 1950, we have worked alongside national leaders and passionate professionals to ensure every older American has the support they need - and deserve - to age well. Over more than 70 years, we have helped:

• Establish Meals on Wheels
• Enact, improve, and fund the Older Americans Act
• End mandatory retirement
• Strengthen Social Security benefits
• Secure Medicare and Medicaid
• Support senior centers in their service to older adults every day

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NCOA Adviser: 7 Best Medical Alert Systems of 2024: Expert Tested & Reviewed

We narrowed down the best medical alert systems based on features, cost, and performance to help you find the right device.

"Some people might still associate medical alert systems with bulky, outdated buttons and the “I’ve fallen and I can’t get up!” slogan from nightly infomercials. Fortunately, today’s medical alert devices are modern, discreet, and full of high-tech features, like voice recognition, step tracking, and health vitals monitoring. And most importantly, a 24/7 connection to a monitoring center.

These devices are valuable safety tools for older adults, people at risk of falling, and anyone living alone.

Our Reviews Team researched and tested the top medical alert systems on the market to help you make an informed decision for yourself or your loved one. Let’s take a look at our picks for the best medical alert systems in 2024."

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Suddenly Senior - Product Reviews

One of the most popular sources of product reviews is the "Suddenly Senior" website. This website is the granddaddy of websites for older adults. It has over 4,000 pages of content covering about any topic that you might be interested in. Humor and trivia are big draws. Fair warning, their humor might be considered off-color for some.

Their product reviews are driven largely by Amazon - so keep that in mind as you use them.

Their Guides will overlap with a lot of my content. In many areas I think that I have provided a greater range of content, but they also have developed over the years greater content due to their full-time staff and collaborations with retail partners.

Understand the potential underlying bias as you utilize this site, but it can be very useful, and it is certainly entertaining for many!

NCOA Adviser - Estate Plaanning

NCOA Adviser has reviews on popular estate planning tools for your review.

For more information check the following link.

Senior Living.org

NOTE: SeniorLiving.org is supported by commissions from providers listed on our site. Read our Editorial Guidelines

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From senior housing to health, technology, safety, retirement and estate planning, and more, our mission is to empower older adults and help them age with ease. SeniorLiving.org also has the most comprehensive directory of senior living options, hands down. Our guides, reviews, and other articles are written by a team of editors and senior care experts with diverse backgrounds. This team features senior tech experts, senior safety experts, audiologists, home care experts, senior mental health experts, and senior financial law experts, to name a few.

Our resources and reviews are backed by data from reliable sources, including government sites, senior care studies, and our own expert-led research team. We use real facts and figures, along with hands-on testing, to inform our advice and recommendations. We’re known as a compassionate resource for senior living articles, reviews, guides, and studies, and we never compromise on publishing objective, unbiased information. Our 10 core ethics are at the heart of everything we do:

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You can use this site for:

• Retirement Advice
• Housing Options for Seniors
• Discounts and Perks
• Medical Alert Systems
• Hearing Aids
• DIY Technology

Check out the SeniorLiving.org - "Best Lists" for good shopping information

AARP Senior Planet - 2024 Annual Technology Review

We are excited to share with you the 2024 Annual Technology Review! Every year we reach out to Senior Planet's diverse community of participants, staff and volunteers and ask them a simple question: What's happening in tech that more people should know about?

Our community never fails to impress us with the cutting-edge finds and time-saving hacks they share, and this year is no exception. In this Technology Review, you’ll read about how to film better videos on your smartphone, the hottest new podcasts made by and for seniors, artificial intelligence and much more. Have a question about one of the recommendations? Call our free technology hotline (888-713-3495) for assistance!

Thank you for being a part of our Senior Planet community. Whether you've made a gift, participated in classes or volunteered, we wouldn't be here without you

5 Things You Need to Know Before Buying a Doorbell Camera

Smart video doorbells are convenient for home security, but do your homework

If you’re away from home much of the day, take trips often or can’t sprint to the door when you hear a knock, a doorbell camera can help you and your home stay safe.

Check out this article from AARP on what factors to consider when buying a smart video doorbell.

NOTE: Read the comments attached to the article. Several reviewers have disagreed with the article's comments on the connection to existing chimes.

NCOA Adviser - 10 Best Hearing Aids of October 2024: Expert Reviewed

"We selected the best hearing aids based on criteria including features, price, and fit. The Jabra Enhance is our top recommendation as a result of the company's powerful devices, high quality, and commitment to ongoing customer support (including support from an audiology team, if you purchase the premium package). Our expert Reviews Team has spent more than 5,000 hours researching hearing aids to provide you with the most accurate reviews to support your decision."

"Whether you’re having dinner with friends or watching television at home, hearing loss can get in the way of your quality time, disrupt your ability to communicate and gather information effectively, and lessen your confidence in social settings. But the right hearing aid can enhance your hearing and even protect your brain from cognitive decline, so you feel more comfortable and confident in all areas of your life. Our Reviews Team compared the best hearing aids for 2024 based on features, pricing, and customer care to help you make the right decision for your needs."

For more information, see the following link to NCOA.