How have you used tech to support your or your parents' aging and caregiving journeys? We want to hear from you.
Business Insider is looking to hear from older Americans using advanced tech to age better and children helping their parents age better with tech.
How have you used tech to support your or your parents' aging and caregiving journeys? We want to hear from you.
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Older Americans are increasingly using AI and advanced tech.
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2026-04-02T08:49:01.229Z
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Older Americans are using AI and tech for aging, while their children are helping with tech adoption.
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Age tech has seen a boom as venture capitalists invest in startups for healthier, longer living.
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Business Insider wants to hear from our readers who are using age tech for themselves or loved ones.
Are you an older American using technology like AI chatbots, wearables, robotics, or smart home tech to help with the aging experience? Are you caring for your parents or helping them with the use of these technologies?
If so, we want to hear from you.
Over the last few weeks, Business Insider has heard from dozens of people who have embraced technology to make caregiving easier. Some in their 20s, 30s, 40s, and 50s said that to help their aging parents, they bought them AI-powered cameras and motion sensors in case of a fall or health emergency. A few encouraged their parents at nursing homes to try out VR technology. One tried out an AI companion for their mother.
Others in their 60s, 70s, and 80s said they've used AI chatbots to stay employed, find the best solutions for caring for their grandchildren, and make their lives easier by analyzing their medical records.
Nearly a dozen across all ages said they have recently gotten into vibe coding for aging purposes. One man vibe coded a caregiving scheduler. Another used Lovable to create an AI-powered security system. A third developed a voice typing system after his mother had a stroke.
Age tech is a booming industry. Dozens of venture capital firms are investing in startups creating products for better and healthier aging and longevity. More and more older Americans are adopting advanced tech, according to AARP. And experts told Business Insider that investments in age tech will grow exponentially as the US continues to age and people live well into their 80s, 90s, and centenarian years.
Over the next few months, Business Insider will be writing narrative-driven stories about the most important age tech companies and how technology is revolutionizing how we grow older. Help us out by sharing your story with us.
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