With technological advancements in various spheres of life, many gadgets, apps, and software today offer services that have become indispensable for people of all ages to navigate their daily activities, providing ease and comfort. Today, there is an app for almost every service, from booking a cab to ordering groceries.

Here are some apps which can be useful for senior citizens:

Video Calling

Video-calling apps, such as Skype, WhatsApp, Zoom, etc., allow people to effortlessly connect with their friends, colleagues, and relatives in India and abroad. These communication apps have taken the social networking scene to another level across the globe due to their ease and affordability. These apps allow people to connect with their loved ones at the click of a button, helping combat loneliness and other mental illnesses, particularly for senior citizens.

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GPS Tracking

For senior citizens who live independently and love driving, GPS can be a godsend if used properly. After you get a hang of it, GPS can be a valuable tool for moving around. Planning trip routes to an unknown part of the city can be much easier with a tracking app. These days, tracking devices are provided and built with almost all vehicles and motorcycles.

E-Books Apps

One of the many joys of retirement is that you get lots of free time and can do anything you want. Investing in an e-book or audiobook app will help you save money on books and remove the need for storage. Managing a collection of books can be difficult in old age. With an e-book app, you can handle all that with ease. For instance, with the Amazon Kindle app, you can easily download, access, and store a huge collection of books.

Transportation Apps

Apps like Uber and Ola can help you move around easily. These apps are not only efficient but affordable. You can book a cab from the comfort of your home or office. These apps removed the need to visit a taxi stand to hire a ride. These rides offer security and comfort to passengers. Moreover, you can hire a cab to travel both within the city and outside.

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Food Delivery Apps

Food delivery apps like Zomato, Swiggy, Uber Eats, etc., are among the most popular. Besides daily discounts, they provide special offers and deals during festivals and a wide range of food options for people to choose from. These apps also offer special discounts if you frequently eat out. Other apps, such as Bigbasket, Blinkit, Groffers, etc., help you get groceries delivered to your home.