[Ohio-Talk] FW: Navigation technology helpful hints for the elderly navigating CGMs and the Iphone

[walterl.mitch2 at gmail.com]

Hello listers,

 

While trying to help an elderly blind lady find a way to navigate a CGM
without a smart phone, I asked the listers on Diabetes-talk. I got a few
answers, but this answer was new to me. I have an I phone, but I had no idea
about this function. This could revolutionize my every day usage on my cell
phone. I haven't tried it as of yet, but I will!

 

Post:

Hello all, I have worked with seniors on smart phone usage. If there isn't
any other health issue going on such as shaky hands they most always are
able to single tap, double tap, swipe, etc. with great success. If not, the
Iphone has a feature called voice assist which is somewhat different but
works in conjunction with voice over. The user can speak commands such as
swipe right, click on, etc. And finally, as Debbie mentioned, a smart phone
in conjunction with the Libre 3 or perhaps the Dexcom might be the answer.
Perhaps there are some people through senior blind services in your area
that can help you explore all options?

 

On the Iphone 13 and maybe earlier:

go to settings,

click on accessibility,

click on voice controll.

Of course, as with technology there are numerous settings that can be set
for this feature. Also, vocabulary can be taught to the feature and training
should be 

 

done.

Good luck.

 

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Walter