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How My Kids Connect With Their Grandparents Through Alexa 

How My Kids Connect With Their Grandparents Through Alexa 

Speak2's Laura Anastasia shares how she keeps her kids' grandparents connected with their grandchildren using Amazon's Alexa.

5 Important Takeaways from the Amazon and Speak2 LeadingAge Florida Presentation

5 Important Takeaways from the Amazon and Speak2 LeadingAge Florida Presentation

Here are the highlights from the Speak2 and Amazon presentation about Alexa in senior living from the 58th LeadingAge Florida Convention.

8 Cool Things Alexa Can Do That You Should Know About 

8 Cool Things Alexa Can Do That You Should Know About 

Alexa can do much more than telling you the weather! From smart home integration to Alexa skills, here's 8 cool things you can do with Alexa.

What is AgeTech?

What is AgeTech?

Want to know what AgeTech is? We define this new era of tech, why it is important to the aging population, and how Speak2 Family fits in.

Here is the Best Way To Set Up Alexa For Seniors – Featuring My Grandparents!

Here is the Best Way To Set Up Alexa For Seniors – Featuring My Grandparents!

From finding the right Echo device to our go-to voice commands, we share the easiest and best way to set up Alexa for your elderly loved one!

The 15 Best Alexa Skills For Seniors 

The 15 Best Alexa Skills For Seniors 

Just got your elderly loved one an Alexa? We recommend the 15 best Alexa skills for seniors, what they do, and where you can download them!

Are You Worried About Alexa & Privacy? Here Is What You Should Know

Are You Worried About Alexa & Privacy? Here Is What You Should Know

Want to learn more about Alexa? Learn the truth about Alexa and your privacy, as well as the benefits of using voice technology.

The Power of Voice Command For Senior Living

The Power of Voice Command For Senior Living

Voice command and assistants like Alexa are changing how everyone accesses information, including those in senior living communities.

10 Things I Didn’t Know Alexa Could Do For Me

10 Things I Didn’t Know Alexa Could Do For Me

Speak2's Laura Anastasia is a mom who loves all the things Alexa can do to help organize her family's schedule, set reminders and more!

Introducing the “Stay In Touch” Program with United We Age

Speak2 announces a new program "Stay In Touch" with nonprofit organization United We Age, which will help seniors connect through Alexa.