There’s nothing quite like the joy of sharing a new technology with someone you care about and watching it change their world. One moment I’ll always hold close is when I gave my grandma an iPad. It became her sidekick in no time. She was a bit skeptical at first, but soon, she was video-chatting with family, playing games, soaking up new knowledge from online classes, and staying in the loop with all the latest about the British Royal Family. It filled her days with warmth, connection, and so much happiness.
– Sophie Okolo
That simple gift didn’t just brighten her life; it gave me, as her caregiver, a much-needed breather. It lightened the load of endless tasks and brought a sense of calm to our home. It’s proof that caregiving isn’t always about the big stuff; sometimes, a small, thoughtful tool makes all the difference.
Sophie Okolo is a warm, brilliant gerontologist, public health researcher, and storyteller who’s changing the way we think about aging, caregiving, and what it means to create a fairer world. She’s the driving force behind Global Health Aging, a platform that brings to life the rich, diverse stories of aging from every corner of the planet. With a heart full of passion and a background steeped in research, writing, and advocacy, Sophie’s ideas have landed her a role as a Forbes Contributor and earned her praise from PBS Next Avenue and The New York Times Wirecutter for her fresh, bold perspectives. She’s all about shaking things up—blending inclusion, creative ideas, and the power of real human stories to reshape caregiving.
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