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:

• Heat dome warnings and heat stroke signs to watch for

• Tips for keeping seniors safe and cool

• HVAC maintenance and hydration reminders

• New ride services that cater to seniors—smartphone optional!

• Personal stories about simple tech tasks that aren’t always so simple

• Time zone bugs, clock confusion, and how caregivers can help with “easy” phone features

️ Timestamps:

• 00:00 – Welcome & heat wave reality check

• 01:00 – Recognizing signs of heat stroke in seniors

• 02:30 – AC maintenance & hydration reminders

• 03:30 – Barry’s personal heat warning symptom

• 05:38 – Ride services for seniors (Uber Caregiver, GoGo Grandparent, etc.)

• 10:00 – Helping seniors with simple tech tasks (alarm clocks, time settings)

• 13:00 – Obscure phone bug from a cell tower

• 13:30 – Shout-out to new listeners in New Orleans & Slidell!

Resources Mentioned:

• Uber Caregiver

• Uber Call to Ride

• Lyft Silver

• GoGo Grandparent

• Arrive

• SilverRide

• Comfort Keepers

Show notes and resources are here: https://bit.ly/caretechandtips-resources

Summary:
Barry and Bobby cover a wide spectrum of caregiver insights in this info-packed episode. They start with the importance of "margin" in daily life, then dive into cognitive screening tools like the BOCA and MOCA tests. They discuss the Real ID deadline (yep, it happened!) and break down the DMV scam surge. Barry shares a clever reminder system for his dad using iOS shortcuts, while Bobby highlights the overlooked world of donation tracking. They finish strong with critical advice on pre-registering loved ones with memory issues for safety services. Full of wisdom, tech tips, and the usual warmth and wit.

Timestamps:
00:00 – Barry’s “margin” philosophy: build breathing room
01:13 – What’s the difference between BOCA and MOCA?
05:20 – Real ID deadline hit in May 2025: what caregivers need to know
08:39 – DMV scams and phishing: how to spot and avoid
14:31 – Underused amenities in assisted living: how to encourage your loved one
20:28 – Barry’s robo-text calendar system for senior reminders
25:13 – Don’t forget donation tracking: more than just bills
27:01 – Registering wandering-prone loved ones with local safety programs
30:15 – Prevention is power: act before the emergency

Highlighted Topics:

• BOCA vs. MOCA cognitive assessments

• Real ID documentation hurdles for seniors

• Text/email/phone scam spotting tips

• Encouraging elders to use services they’ve paid for

• Personalized reminder systems via iOS shortcuts

• Donation and gift tracking for aging parents

• Registering loved ones with dementia in local/national databases

Show notes and other resources at: ➡️ https://bit.ly/caretechandtips-resources

In this early summer episode of Care, Tech & Tips, Barry and Bobby unpack the challenges—and the laughs—that come with traveling during peak wedding season, especially when elderly loved ones are in tow. From construction-packed airports to overzealous Siri mishaps, this one’s full of practical advice and real-life anecdotes.

You’ll get five must-know airport travel tips for caregivers, a breakdown of TSA PreCheck vs. CLEAR vs. Global Entry, and a hilarious (and slightly alarming) story about how one aunt accidentally triggered iPhone call recording with her earlobe. Tech hiccups and thoughtful planning meet in this travel-savvy, care-conscious episode.

Show notes and resources are here: https://bit.ly/caretechandtips-resources

• 00:00 – 03:00 → Family reunions, weddings & Nashville’s new “state bird” (the construction crane)

• 03:01 – 07:00 → Top 5 travel tips for flying with aging loved ones

• 07:01 – 12:40 → TSA PreCheck vs. CLEAR vs. Global Entry: Which is worth it?

• 12:41 – 15:30 → Accidental iPhone call recording: What happened, why, and how to disable it

• 15:31 – 19:30 → TeamViewer’s big changes + Apple screen sharing insights

• 19:31 – 21:16 → Shout-out to new listeners in Serbia & community call-to-action

• Elderly travel considerations

• Airport and airline accessibility tips

• CLEAR vs. TSA PreCheck vs. Global Entry

• How to disable iOS call recording

• TeamViewer changes & alternatives

• Apple screen sharing, FaceTime support quirks

• Podcast listener community growth