11 apps for seniors you need to know

THE population over 60 is growing more and more in Brazil. According to data from the Brazilian Institute of Geography and Statistics (IBGE), there are around 23.5 million Brazilians in third Age🇧🇷 In addition, the organization estimates that, in 2026, the country should occupy the 6th position in the ranking of countries with more seniors🇧🇷

This scenario brings new challenges to Brazil, since our age pyramid is reversing – that is, there are increasingly fewer young people and adults and more elderly people. However, technological development can be an important ally in this social transformation, taking into account that the digital universe is increasingly thinking about this public.

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An arm of this market that is taking advantage of this scenario is the applications. In recent years, several options have emerged for the elderly population to integrate digitally both socially and practically. Now, using the cell phone, it is impossible to do physical activity, exercise the brain and schedule necessary reminders.

Below we select 11 specific apps for the older population that are worth having on your smartphone. Check out!

Be2

Flirting applications are on the rise and, in addition to the already known Tinderthere are specific applications for people over 60, such as Be2🇧🇷 There, you can adjust your preferences, such as distance and target age. But remember to arrange meetings in public places and send information to someone you trust. The app is available on iOS, but Tinder is available on Android as well.

BP Watch

Can you imagine controlling systolic and diastolic pressure data, weight and pulse in the palm of your hand? At the BP Watch, you can do all this and still schedule personalized recommendations and reminders. The app, which is free, is available for Android and iOS.

Medicine box

This app aims to help seniors remember to take their medications on time and in the right amount, displaying reminders and reading the barcode of each medication to present its description. It’s free for Android and iOS.

CodyCross

As you age, it’s even more important to exercise your brain, isn’t it? Thinking about it, the CodyCross can be an important ally. In the application, the user needs to discover the answers to advance in the phases, also serving as a general knowledge game. It is available for free for Android and iOS.

CPqP Reach

The keys and small print of mobile devices can block the insertion of the elderly in the digital universe. Therefore, the CPqP Reach emerged to break this barrier. It facilitates the visualization of the commands, increasing the letters and changing the colors. If you don’t like the user, just uninstall the app. It’s free for Android and iOS.

Duolingo

A good way to keep your brain active is to learn new languages. It’s the Duolingo is specific for that, as it offers several languages ​​and a very easy way of learning. Available for free for Android and iOS.

Easy Elderly

O Easy Elderly has a catalog of physical activities for the elderly population. In addition, he also presents and suggests health establishments, nursing homes, associations for the elderly, beauty centers and entertainment activities. It is available for free for Android and iOS.

emergency app 112

This app offers a series of emergency options, not only for people over 60, but also for people who are deaf or have other types of disabilities. He is indicated so that they can ask for help in case of need, contacting firefighters, police and ambulance. It is available for free for Android.

seniors

Some older people are not so comfortable with technology products, so they may need a little help. O seniors offers this “little push”, promoting interactive tutorials that explain the basic functions of a smartphone. There is also audio narration with the walkthrough. Available for free for Android.

LastPass

Who has never forgotten a password that throws the first stone. No matter the age, decorating them can be quite a challenge. Therefore, the LastPass came about as a way to organize all your passwords in one place. Access is encrypted and only the user can enter, so security is sure. Available for Android and iOS.

Radio Saudade

the app Radio Saudade It’s great for anyone who wants to remember the songs that were popular in the 50s, 60s and 70s. It’s available for Android.

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