When I first gave my mom her GrandPad
When I first gave my mom her GrandPad, she wasn’t interested. She said she wasn’t “old enough” for something like that—she already had a cellphone and computer, and didn’t think she needed another device. But I encouraged her to just try it out. Fast forward eight years, and she loves it. She no longer uses her computer, and her cellphone has become too confusing. The GrandPad is now her go-to for everything. Her absolute favorite feature is the video calling—she especially enjoys seeing her brother and staying connected with family. She also loves looking through the photos we send of her grandkids and great-grandkids. It brings her so much joy and truly helps her feel close to everyone. As the Family Administrator, I find it very easy to manage her GrandPad remotely. I can make changes online without needing to be at her house, which is incredibly helpful. And if there’s ever anything I can’t figure out, GrandPad’s support team is wonderful—every time I’ve called, the agent has understood exactly what I needed and made it easy. The only hurdle we had was getting other family members to start using the companion app. Everyone meant to, but life got in the way. Once they started, though, they saw just how much it meant to Mom. If you're looking for a way to simplify life for your older loved one while helping them feel connected and supported, I can’t recommend GrandPad enough. It’s been a blessing for our whole family.
By Pam Vandaver P.