️ Episode 20 – “Stay Cool and Ride Easy”
Show Notes:
This week, Barry and Bobby dive into extreme summer heat and how it uniquely affects seniors and their caregivers—plus, they uncover the magic of senior-friendly ride services that don’t require a smartphone. And yes, Barry once again brings the cookies from the "retired nap club."
Key Topics:
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Heat dome warnings and heat stroke signs to watch for
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Tips for keeping seniors safe and cool
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HVAC maintenance and hydration reminders
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New ride services that cater to seniors—smartphone optional!
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Personal stories about simple tech tasks that aren’t always so simple
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Time zone bugs, clock confusion, and how caregivers can help with “easy” phone features
️ Timestamps:
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00:00 – Welcome & heat wave reality check
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01:00 – Recognizing signs of heat stroke in seniors
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02:30 – AC maintenance & hydration reminders
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03:30 – Barry’s personal heat warning symptom
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05:38 – Ride services for seniors (Uber Caregiver, GoGo Grandparent, etc.)
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10:00 – Helping seniors with simple tech tasks (alarm clocks, time settings)
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13:00 – Obscure phone bug from a cell tower
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13:30 – Shout-out to new listeners in New Orleans & Slidell!
Resources Mentioned:
Show notes and resources are here: https://bit.ly/caretechandtips-resources
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