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I Tested 8 Medical Alert Systems So You Don’t Have To (One Made Me Laugh Out Loud)

July 17, 2025

The old me thought medical alert systems were expensive necklaces for people who'd given up on independence. After testing 8 different systems with a dozen seniors over 6 months, I learned I was completely wrong.

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The Old Me Was Terrified of Smartphones – Here’s What Changed Everything

July 16, 2025

The old me thought smartphones were evil rectangles designed to steal my soul. The new me sent 47 texts yesterday without asking for help once. After testing 5 smartphones with 30 real seniors, here's what actually matters...

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I Tested 8 Medical Alert Systems So You Don’t Have To (One Made Me Laugh Out Loud)

The Old Me Was Terrified of Smartphones – Here’s What Changed Everything

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