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My elderly dad got a new TV that includes a remote control that is far too complicated for him to use. He's now calling me several times a week because he can’t get his TV to work. Are there simple remotes that can help solve this problem?
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My elderly dad got a new TV that includes a remote control that is far too complicated for him to use. He's now calling me several times a week because he can’t get his TV to work. Are there simple remotes that can help solve this problem?
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<p><img alt="Big Button Remote for Seniors, by Flipper LLC" src="/sites/default/files/ability411_images/Flipper_Big%20Button%20Remote%20for%20Seniors.png" style="float:right; height:250px; width:250px" />TV remotes that are too complicated are a common concern among seniors. Here are direct links to some easy-to-use products, which sell for about $60 to $80 (CDN), plus additional shipping fees:</p> <ul> <li><a href="https://www.amazon.ca/Flipper-Big-Button-Remote-Seniors/dp/B002GR1YZ0" target="_blank">Flipper Big Button Remote for Seniors</a> (at <em>Amazon Canada</em>) offers extremely simple features, has as few as five buttons and is compatible with all major TV brands, set-top boxes, and cable and satellite services.</li> <li><a href="https://www.alzstore.ca/tv-remote-for-seniors-canada-p/0036.htm" target="_blank">Weemote TV Remote for Seniors</a> (at <em>The Alzheimer’s Store Canada</em>) has very few buttons and will work with any TV, cable box or satellite receiver that uses a remote.</li> <li><a href="https://www.amazon.ca/Tek-Pal-Button-Remote-Control/dp/B0036R7JOE" target="_blank">Tek Pal – Large Button TV Remote Control</a> (at <em>Amazon Canada</em>) has only six big buttons; it can be used with a cable-ready TV, but not with TVs that use a cable or satellite box.</li> </ul> <p>If your loved one’s mobility is severely impaired, you might want to consider even larger buttons:</p> <ul> <li>The Flipper Big Button Remote can also be paired with <a href="https://enablingdevices.com/product/tv-remote-module/" target="_blank">The TV Remote Module</a> (at <em>Enabling Devices</em>). The module connects to large switch buttons (not included) to make TV viewing easy and convenient for people with impaired fine motor coordination. The module costs around $170 (USD), and one <a href="https://enablingdevices.com/product/gumball-switch/" target="_blank">Gumball Switch</a> costs around $60, plus additional shipping fees.</li> <li><a href="https://enablingdevices.com/product/tv-remote-control/" target="_blank">Wireless TV Remote Control</a> (at <em>Enabling Devices</em>) is another switchboard with extra large buttons for those with impaired motor coordination who require a large (two-inch) striking area. The product costs around $250 (USD), plus additional shipping fees.</li> </ul> <p>If your loved one is struggling with clicking the buttons fast enough, you might be interested in learning more about <a href="https://www.ability411.ca/answer/multi-digit-tv-channels-how-can-my-friend-use-a-tv-remote-when-he-can-039-t-press-the-buttons-fast-enough-to-get-the-right-channel" target="_blank">Is there something to help my friend who can’t press the remote buttons fast enough?</a></p>
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<p><img alt="Big Button Remote for Seniors, by Flipper LLC" src="/sites/default/files/ability411_images/Flipper_Big%20Button%20Remote%20for%20Seniors.png" style="float:right; height:250px; width:250px" />TV remotes that are too complicated are a common concern among seniors. Here are direct links to some easy-to-use products, which sell for about $60 to $80 (CDN), plus additional shipping fees:</p> <ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.ca/Flipper-Big-Button-Remote-Seniors/dp/B002GR1YZ0" target="_blank">Flipper Big Button Remote for Seniors</a> (at <em>Amazon Canada</em>) offers extremely simple features, has as few as five buttons and is compatible with all major TV brands, set-top boxes, and cable and satellite services.</li> <li><a href="https://www.alzstore.ca/tv-remote-for-seniors-canada-p/0036.htm" target="_blank">Weemote TV Remote for Seniors</a> (at <em>The Alzheimer’s Store Canada</em>) has very few buttons and will work with any TV, cable box or satellite receiver that uses a remote.</li> <li><a href="https://www.amazon.ca/Tek-Pal-Button-Remote-Control/dp/B0036R7JOE" target="_blank">Tek Pal – Large Button TV Remote Control</a> (at <em>Amazon Canada</em>) has only six big buttons; it can be used with a cable-ready TV, but not with TVs that use a cable or satellite box.</li> </ul><p>If your loved one’s mobility is severely impaired, you might want to consider even larger buttons:</p> <ul><li>The Flipper Big Button Remote can also be paired with <a href="https://enablingdevices.com/product/tv-remote-module/" target="_blank">The TV Remote Module</a> (at <em>Enabling Devices</em>). The module connects to large switch buttons (not included) to make TV viewing easy and convenient for people with impaired fine motor coordination. The module costs around $170 (USD), and one <a href="https://enablingdevices.com/product/gumball-switch/" target="_blank">Gumball Switch</a> costs around $60, plus additional shipping fees.</li> <li><a href="https://enablingdevices.com/product/tv-remote-control/" target="_blank">Wireless TV Remote Control</a> (at <em>Enabling Devices</em>) is another switchboard with extra large buttons for those with impaired motor coordination who require a large (two-inch) striking area. The product costs around $250 (USD), plus additional shipping fees.</li> </ul><p>If your loved one is struggling with clicking the buttons fast enough, you might be interested in learning more about <a href="https://www.ability411.ca/answer/multi-digit-tv-channels-how-can-my-friend-use-a-tv-remote-when-he-can-039-t-press-the-buttons-fast-enough-to-get-the-right-channel" target="_blank">Is there something to help my friend who can’t press the remote buttons fast enough?</a></p>
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