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The Smarter Service

The Smarter Service is a provider of personalized technology concierge services for older adults, senior living communities, and active adult communities.

Located in Los Angeles, CA

10/30/2026

💙 Fearless Fridays: Real Stories. Real Digital Confidence.

A computer update, unwanted pop-ups, and internet issues left Daryl, a resident at The Canterbury, feeling frustrated.

Thankfully, his Tech Concierge, Anthony, was there to help! 🙌

Anthony got Daryl's computer back on track and, more importantly, helped him regain the confidence to navigate it independently.

Because at The Smarter Service, it's about more than fixing technology. It's about empowering older adults to use it with confidence! 💙

Fridays

10/28/2026

University-based Life Plan Communities offer a unique blend of academic integration, healthcare access, and lifelong learning. But connecting campus technology, intergenerational programming, and marketing strategy across a university-affiliated senior living community requires a sharp operational playbook. In this episode, we sit down with Nickie Doria, VP of Marketing, PR, and Community Affairs at Oak Hammock at the University of Florida, to explore how university partnerships drive occupancy, how to leverage technology for lifelong learning and family trust, and how senior living operators can build meaningful intergenerational connections that elevate resident quality of life.

Tech Smarter airs on Wednesday from The Smarter Service profile page at 1pm ET / 10am PT.

10/26/2026

📍Hello from Philly! 👋

The Smarter Service team is excited to be at the LeadingAge National conference, connecting with friends and leaders who share our passion for helping older adults stay confident, connected and independent through technology 💙

If you’re attending the conference, stop by Booth 635 and say hello! We'd love to see you!

10/22/2026

🚨Medicare Open Enrollment is here, and so are the scammers!

It's an important time to stay alert and protect your personal information.

Our Tech Guru, Abbie Hartley Richie, shares 3 simple tips to stay safe online:
🔹 Think before you click.
🔹 Use strong, unique passwords.
🔹 Keep your devices updated.

👉 Remember: If something doesn't feel right, stop and verify before taking action!

Watch Abbie's quick video and share it with someone you care about 💙

10/21/2026

Reliable, high-speed connectivity is no longer just a luxury amenity for healthcare facilities. It is critical infrastructure for patient safety, clinical care, and operational efficiency. In this episode, we sit down with Robin Goldsmith, Healthcare Practice Leader at Verizon Business. Robin shares how private 5G networks, IoT sensor deployments, robust Wi-Fi, and edge computing are powering the future of health systems. He breaks down how leaders can build future-proof network infrastructure, protect sensitive health data, and eliminate connectivity dead zones across medical facilities.

Tech Smarter airs on Wednesday from The Smarter Service profile page at 1pm ET / 10am PT.

10/14/2026

How do you transform passive screen time into meaningful, real-time connection for older adults? In this episode, we sit down with Susan Black, Founder and CEO of Wowzitude. Drawing on her 25+ years leading major global travel brands, Susan shares how live, interactive TravelTech is reducing social isolation in senior living. She breaks down the power of applying technology with heart, her experience as a pitch competition finalist pitching AgeTech solutions, and what it takes to scale authentic cultural engagement across 180+ cities.

Tech Smarter airs on Wednesday from The Smarter Service profile page at 1pm ET / 10am PT.

10/10/2026

🌍Today is World Mental Health Day!

Did you know technology can be a great tool for supporting mental well-being?

💬 Stay connected with loved ones
🧠 Keep your mind active
🧘 Find moments of calm

A little tech can go a long way! The key? Using technology in ways that make us feel better, not overwhelmed.

Our Tech Guru, Abbie, shares simple tips for using everyday technology to support your mental well-being.

💙Follow The Smarter Service for more helpful tech tips!

10/05/2026

🎉 Oct 5-11 is Active Aging Week!

Staying active as we age isn’t just about physical health, but about continuing to learn, connect, explore and thrive. And technology can help!

From fitness and mindfulness apps to video calls, online classes, podcasts and smart-home tools, technology can support wellness in so many ways.

In fact, AARP reports that 66% of adults 50+ say technology enriches their lives and makes aging easier.

At The Smarter Service, our Tech Concierges help older adults build the confidence to make technology work for their lives, interests and goals.

Because active aging isn’t just about adding years to life, it’s about making those years meaningful 💙

10/01/2026

🛡️October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month!

Online scams are becoming more convincing every day, making it more important than ever to know how to stay safe.

Our Tech Guru Abbie Richie shares 5 simple cybersecurity tips to stay safer online.

💻🔒From spotting scams and creating stronger passwords to thinking twice before clicking suspicious links, a few simple habits can make a big difference.

💙At The Smarter Service, we believe feeling confident with technology means knowing how to use it safely, too.

▶️ Watch the vieo and share with someone you care about!

09/30/2026

Installing new software for your community is one thing, but getting it to actually work across a massive senior living campus is a different story. In this episode, we sit down with Dan Poteet, CIO of Westminster Village, to talk about what it takes to manage big tech projects, align different departments, and future-proof a community’s networks. Dan cuts through the jargon to share real-world stories about why projects stall, how to tame a crazy helpdesk support queue, and what metrics actually convince a board to invest in tech.

Tech Smarter airs on Wednesday from The Smarter Service profile page at 1pm ET/10am PT.

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