Entertainment

Streaming services (Netflix, Amazon Prime, Apple TV+), audiobooks through Audible or the free Libby library app, large-button puzzle games and word games, and video calling for social connection offer rich entertainment without requiring mobility. Smart TVs with voice control eliminate the need for complex remote management.

Audiobooks and audio description (AD) tracks on streaming services provide full access to books and television content. Amazon Echo and Google Nest devices read news, play music, and control entertainment through voice commands. Libraries offer free audiobook services for qualifying individuals with print disabilities through the National Library Service.

Modern streaming sticks (Roku, Amazon Fire Stick) are simpler than most people expect. The Roku remote is particularly senior-friendly — large buttons, simple menus, and a free remote finder feature. Family members can set up the device once, and most seniors manage day-to-day viewing independently within a few days.

Video calling (FaceTime, Zoom, Facebook Portal) keeps family bonds strong. Multiplayer online games designed for older adults, virtual book clubs, and online communities around shared interests provide social connection for those who cannot easily leave home. AARP offers a range of virtual social programs.