
Reason 1: Built for Family Caregivers: The SimpliTend mobile applications are specifically designed for family caregivers who are balancing work and caregiving responsibilities. Our objective has been to develop a solution that enables family caregivers to support their aging relatives while also attending to their own health, personal relationships, and careers.
Reason 2: User-Friendly: Simplicity and usability have been the foundations of SimpliTend mobile application design since the beginning. The technology's ease of use was carefully evaluated to ensure that it could be implemented with a simple user flow, to the point where we delayed several features until we could achieve our goal.
The SimpliTend mobile solution is made up of two applications: one for seniors and one for family caregivers, which work together to provide remote care functionality. SimpliTend recognizes that mobile apps must be designed to assist family caregivers from various demographics, as well as seniors who may have unique technology challenges and fears. We prioritized making the installation and functionality of the apps easy and user-friendly for everyone. This dedication to simplicity is essential in empowering family caregivers in their important responsibilities while improving the overall experience for seniors.
Reason 3: Focus on Data Security: Data security was an important consideration in the creation of the SimpliTend mobile app, along with simplicity and senior safety, which will be discussed further later. To facilitate data security:
The senior user must first download the SimpliTend application onto their device, create an account, and input the caregiver's contact details. Subsequently, SimpliTend will send a secure email to the caregiver containing a time-sensitive, one-time password. Upon receiving this invitation, the caregiver can then install the app and establish their own account.
SimpliTend retains only login credentials and the essential information necessary for the app's functionality. Sensitive data, such as senior location information, is not kept by SimpliTend; instead, it is only transmitted to the caregiver upon request. This approach ensures that user privacy is maintained while allowing for effective communication between seniors and their caregivers.

Reason 4: Operates by Establishing a Personalized Care Plan: The SimpliTend smartphone application is a thoughtfully designed tool that helps elders and their caregivers develop a comprehensive and personalized care plan. The plan encompasses essential elements such as health information, daily needs, dietary requirements, primary physician contact details, hospital information, medication management, social activities, and medical appointments. This information is stored on the senior app and can be accessed and updated remotely by the family caregiver. Please see our blog: "SimpliTend's Innovative Approach: Integrating Senior Care Plan with Remote Monitoring."
Reason 5: Promotes Senior Independence: SimpliTend promotes senior independence, which is why we save the care plan on the senior mobile application. This will allow seniors to follow a structured plan while at home alone. However, we recognize that seniors' abilities may vary depending on their health restrictions; therefore, we included flexibility into our mobile applications to fulfill the needs of seniors at various stages of health. Additionally, family caregivers can easily monitor the care plan remotely and help when necessary. Please see our blog, "Giving the Gift of Safety and Independence!".
Reason 6: Eliminates Errors and Overcommunication With Respite Care Providers: The SimpliTend "Temporary Caregiver" feature enables family caregivers who require a break to temporarily grant access to the elder care plan to another family member or friend. This is especially useful since it allows the respite care provider to follow the same recorded care plan, eliminating errors and the need for the primary caregiver to explain or repeat the plans to the respite care provider.
Please see our video on how to set up the “temporary caregiver” feature.

Reason 7: Focuses on Senior Safety: As previously stated, senior safety is a critical component of the SimpliTend mobile apps. SimpliTend remote care enables seniors to maintain their independence while remaining in the comfort of their own homes. To support this, SimpliTend has introduced a range of features tailored to improve safety for older adults:
Ability to block unwanted calls.
Ability to block annoying pre-installed apps with advertisements or external links.
GPS locator provides seniors' real-time location to family caregivers.
If a senior becomes disoriented during a walk, they may request directions back home. The SimpliTend app notifies the caregiver that the senior may be lost.
Caregivers can set up geofence boundaries and receive alerts if the seniors travel too far from home. Please see our video on how to set up geofence
Reason 8: Daily Support for Caregivers: SimpliTend provides daily reading materials specifically designed for caregivers. Our resources cover a wide array of topics, from self-care strategies for caregivers to informative articles about various health conditions that impact the elderly, including dementia and Parkinson's disease. Additionally, we offer comprehensive insights into the features and setup procedures of SimpliTend.
Each day, a different topic is featured on the caregiver dashboard's information screen, allowing caregivers to engage with the content. For those who wish to delve deeper, there is an option to click "view more" to access a broader selection of topics that may be of interest to them.

Reason 9: Supports major platforms: SimpliTend mobile apps are available for both Android and iOS operating systems. They are designed to be cross-platform compatible, allowing seniors using Android to connect seamlessly with caregivers on iOS and vice versa. Additionally, the SimpliTend app is compatible with the Jitterbug Smart4 phone, enabling seniors with this device to easily connect with their family caregivers and take advantage of all the features offered by SimpliTend.
Reason 10: Reasonably Priced: SimpliTend understands the financial strain family caregivers face, which is why our mobile applications are affordably priced at just $5.95 per month. Additionally, both the senior app and the temporary caregiver mobile applications are available at no cost.