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After it was setup though, it's been good. We can add contacts via their app and then video call and send photos and messages right to her TV. She presses a button on her TV remote to answer, which she is able to manage for now. As she declines, I expect we'll use the option to start the calls automatically so she doesn't have to do anything.
The other thing that's amazing about it is we can use their app to control her TV remotely. Used to be a daily frustration for her. Wrong inputs, couldn't find her shows, etc. Now she doesn't have to do anything and we can change the channel for her. As far as I can tell there's nothing else like it. There is a monthly cost, but it's worth it to us so far.
I was able to return it to Amazon for the full refund.
Instead, I am now attempting to use an Alexa Echo Show. Our Care Manager set it up on his end. The Echo Show (aka "Alexa") is a voice-activated device. It sits near his bed on an end table; he doesn't touch it or handle it.
I bought one device for him (he lives in CA) and one for me (I live in MA) and it allows me to "Drop-In" on him and if he's awake we can talk and he can see me. I can also see him whether he's asleep or awake; he doesn't have to answer.
It is not ideal by any means, but it seems our best option for now.
Disclaimer: The above is not my authoring.
As your brother has age related decline, the GrandPad may be challenging for him. Good luck.
If I learn anything I’ll write about it later!
For people with dementia or even some cognitive decline it might be difficult to remember how any device works. If the person is cognizant then there should not be a problem.
Is this any different than any other "tablet" or "pad"? I did a quick look at it and there is a monthly cost.
Will be interesting to read what others say.
Yes, it does require some cognitive ability. That’s the big question. Every one is different I know, but it may help to hear some direct experience with it.