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Native American Day

Native American Day is celebrated on the second Monday of October each year. This holiday celebrates the lives, culture, and history of the Native American people and each of the subsequent tribes. This holiday is a day to remember and learn about the long history and traditions such as dance, art, rituals, and beliefs of…

National Do Something Nice Day

October 5 is a day to do something nice for strangers, family, or friends. These days we tend to get caught up in our regular routines, businesses, personal projects or plans. We may lose track of time between when we last spoke to a friend or when we last said nice work to the mail…

Ancestor Appreciation Day

September 27 is Ancestor Appreciation Day, this day is to remind all of us to appreciate those who have come before us in our families. Our families make up our identity and are why we are here today. Going back generations we can trace our roots to different cultures, countries, and traditions that bring us…

Best Winter Get-Aways for Seniors

The winter blues can affect us all. When you’re in your later years winter weather can really affect your ability to get out of the house. Ice, snow, and sleet can make simple daily activities outside the home very dangerous. The weather can cause seasonal depression. Your body can be very negatively impacted due to…

Advantages of a Simple Flip Phone

When you think of a flip phone, depending on your age, you may be reminded of phones used in the past that were clunky and pretty low-tech. The phones were primarily used by businessmen and women back when not many people even had portable phones. You may not even remember a time when using a…

What is Labor Day and Why Do We Celebrate it?

Labor Day is celebrated on the first Monday of each September. This is a federal holiday where workers are able to take the day off and spend time with friends and family. This holiday was first observed in 1882 in New York with many other states adapting it through subsequent years and in 1994 Labor…

Snapfōn® and Accessibility

The Americans with Disabilities Act was established and made into law in the early 90s. This law known as the ADA prohibits discrimination against any individual based on their disabilities. This helps to ensure that all people have the same opportunities and chances in all aspects of their life including jobs, school, transportation, public spaces,…

Safety and Wellness for Seniors this Autumn

As summer is winding down and the weather is changing from those long hot days to a brisk, mild, and cooler climate, we can all go out and do a bit more. Yet, with this change in season we are getting closer to winter which brings risk factors for older adults. Using autumn as the…

Great Summertime Activities for Seniors

Here at Snapfōn®, we look forward to this season of sunshine and encourage you to make the most out of your summer. Of course, safety is always important, so make sure to grab plenty of sunscreen before braving the summer heat. Here are some great summertime activities for seniors. Birdwatching: If patience is a virtue,…

Father’s Day

Here at Snapfōn®, we support the importance of family values. We are raised by and grow up with our families, and they play a prominent part in our upbringing and daily lives. This weekend, we join the rest of the country in celebrating Father’s Day. Father’s Day is a holiday that celebrates the contributions of…