Care Tech and Tips

De: Barry Johnson and Bobby Clark
  • Resumen

  • "Care Tech & Tips" is like tech support meets family therapy, with two guys who’ve been there. The podcast that helps you bring order to caregiving chaos. Get smarter with tech, money, and care strategies—without the overwhelm. We keep it real, light, and actually helpful.
    © 2024
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  • Short Breaks, Long Roads & Tech That Lasts (Or Not)
    Mar 17 2025
    Episode Summary

    Barry and Bobby are back from their “short break” and dive into a packed episode covering everything from nostalgic road trips and family travel logistics to the ever-changing landscape of tech upgrades. They discuss helping aging parents with taxes, cooking tips, and the importance of knowing when to upgrade your devices—whether it’s a phone, laptop, or even a whole operating system. Plus, they preview an upcoming discussion on screen sharing for seniors.

    Timestamps & Key Topics:

    ⏳ 00:01 - Karate, Short Breaks & Kill Bill Soundtracks
    03:10 - Road Trips Before GPS: The Art of Paper Maps & Dead Reckoning
    ⚰️ 05:19 - Funeral Travel & Role Reversals in Aging
    07:00 - Taxes & AI: How to Use AI to Simplify IRS Instructions
    09:38 - Dad’s Cooking Adventures: Steaming, Sous Vide & Slow Cooker Potatoes
    13:09 - iPhone 16E: Worth It or Skip It?
    18:55 - When & Why to Upgrade Your Aging Tech
    24:53 - Chrome OS, Windows Updates & Keeping Devices Secure
    30:50 - Do You Even Need a Laptop? The Case for Tablets & Phones
    31:37 - The Real Issue with Digital Inclusion: Devices, Not Just Internet Access
    ️ 35:01 - Sneak Peek: Next Episode’s Screen Sharing Saga

    Resources & Mentions:
    • AI for Taxes: Use ChatGPT (or similar) to simplify tax instructions by uploading IRS forms.
    • Chrome OS Flex: A way to breathe new life into old laptops by turning them into Chromebooks.
    • Tech Upgrade Chart & Additional Resources: Full details on OS end-of-life dates and other key episode mentions are available here: https://bit.ly/caretechandtips13
    • Best iPhone for Caregivers: Barry & Bobby break down the pros and cons of the iPhone 16E vs. the regular 16.
    Call to Action:

    Got a tech or caregiving question? Send it our way at caretechandtips@gmail.com
    Looking for more details from this episode? Check out our expanded show notes & resource links https://bit.ly/caretechandtips13.
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  • Short Break
    Mar 10 2025

    We'll be back on Monday March 17th

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  • The Best Games for Seniors & Dementia Clues You Might Be Missing
    Feb 24 2025

    Gaming isn’t just for kids anymore! In this episode of Care, Tech & Tips, Barry and Bobby dive into the world of senior-friendly games—highlighting the best brain-boosting apps, the red flags of scammy downloads, and why some games could be more harmful than helpful.

    What’s inside this episode?

    • The top-rated games designed to keep seniors mentally sharp

    • How to avoid sneaky in-app purchases and scammy apps

    • The hidden dangers of “free” games and how to find safe alternatives

    • Tips on setting up scam call protection for seniors

    • Recognizing early dementia signs through unexpected habits

    • How AI tools like the Plaud AI pin can assist in caregiving

    Plus, Barry shares a simple iPhone trick that instantly blocks scam callers—so you (or your loved ones) won’t have to deal with them again!

    Whether you’re a caregiver, tech-savvy senior, or just someone looking for safe and fun games, this episode is packed with practical advice and laughs along the way.

    For lists of games and instructions on how to limit in-app purchases

    https://tinyurl.com/caretechandtips12

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    36 m

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