Digital photography is a growing trend, and it’s expanding into the senior care industry as more home caregivers are using digital photography as a fun activity to keep their elderly care recipients entertained while exercising creativity. Of course, when introducing digital photography to a Phoenix senior, it’s important that they have access to a digital camera that is suitable for their abilities and the type of technologies that they have available that way photography is enjoyable, rather than becoming a frustrating experience.

When shopping for a senior-friendly camera in Phoenix consider the following:

• The senior’s technological experience – if it’s limited, choose a camera with more basic features so they’re able to work it without assistance

• Access to a computer – does the senior have a computer? Is their operating system compatible with the camera?

• Ease of use – a senior with sight issues would benefit from a large display screen, while an older adult with dexterity problems would benefit from large, well spread out buttons

• Instructions – make sure there’s someone who’s willing to help a senior learn how to use their camera; a caregiver can help with this if it’s an activity they’ll do together!

Sources:

1. Suite101
2. eHow

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