Make smartphones more comfortable for older adults with larger text, magnifiers, voice tools, flash alerts, and simple ...

SimpliTend, created by Saeed Saatchi of Middletown, is designed to make smartphones easier to operate for older people and their caregivers.

Besides teaching essential smartphone skills, Ortiz is just as passionate about making sure the seniors know they are still valued members of our community.

Ten years ago you could “love ‘em or leave ‘em” when it came to smartphones. You can’t do that anymore, especially if you have family members or friends you want to communicate with.