"Because you don't need to be tech-savvy to make life a little easier."
Tech for Carers 101
A Beginner's Guide to Using Technology in Family Care
Because you don't need to be tech-savvy to make life a little easier.
Whether you're caring for a parent, partner, sibling, or friend — you're already doing one of the most complex, emotional, and essential jobs out there. And while tech can't take away the tough stuff, it can make it more manageable.
This guide is for carers who don't consider themselves "techy," but are open to tools that can lighten the load — without making life harder.
Let's get started.
1. Use What You Already Know
You don't need fancy equipment. If you already use:
WhatsApp or text to stay in touch
Google Calendar to track appointments
Phone notes or sticky notes to remember tasks
…congratulations! You're already using tech in care. The key is to bring more intention to it.
Create a shared WhatsApp group for your care circle or sync a calendar to keep everyone in the loop.
2. Involve Your Loved One Gently
Sometimes the person you're caring for resists change. Maybe they're afraid of technology. Maybe they feel like it's "too late" to learn.
Here's what you can say:
"This isn't about replacing me — it's about making things easier for both of us."
"Let's try it once and see how it feels. If it doesn't work, we'll stop."
Start small. Go slow. Celebrate little wins — even just opening an app.
3. Choose Tech That's Simple and Familiar
Look for tools that:
Work in places you already use (like WhatsApp)
Don't require logins or complex setup
Offer voice or visual options for accessibility
For example, Nurtura works right inside WhatsApp — so there's no need to learn something new. It just shows up with gentle nudges, check-ins, and care coordination when you need it.
4. Solve One Problem at a Time
Don't try to "digitise" everything overnight. Instead, ask:
"What's one thing that's currently causing stress?"
Then find a tool that solves just that:
Forgetting meds
→ try a reminder app
Losing track of appointments
→ shared calendar
Feeling emotionally isolated
→ AI check-ins via voice or message
Start with one thing. Build from there.
5. Ask for Help (You're Not Alone)
Let a grandkid, friend, or neighbour walk you through setup. Or ask the company — many (like us!) love supporting first-time users.
You're not behind — you're just learning something new.
And there's no shame in asking.
We're always here to answer your questions or walk you through how it works. Just send us a message.
6. Remember: The Best Tech Is the Kind You'll Actually Use
Forget the latest gadgets. The right tools are the ones that make your life easier, not harder.
That might mean:
Practice using a simple voice assistant like Alexa or Google Home
Using video calls to stay connected across distance
Letting an app like Nurtura track care tasks and send reminders so you don't have to
Tech Can't Replace You — But It Can Support You
Caring is deeply human. No screen or software can replace your love, patience, or presence.
But the right tech can:
And some days, that's enough to make a real difference.
Nurtura Makes It Easy
Nurtura was built by carers, for carers — especially those juggling family, distance, and real life. We work inside WhatsApp, speak multiple languages, and support emotional and logistical care, all without needing to download another app.
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You don't need to be tech-savvy to take care — and with the right tools, you don't have to carry it all alone.
We've got your back.
About the Author
Jean Du is the Strategic Delivery & Partnerships Lead at Nurtura.
Jean is a Chinese-Australian pharmacist, strategist, connector, systems thinker, and carer who previously worked at Australia's Department of Health, Disability and Ageing.
Based in London, she knows what it's like to provide care from far away. At Nurtura, she leads delivery and partnerships— turning Nurtura's vision into something that actually works for families, for partners, and for the long haul. She sits at the crossroads of product, operations, and storytelling.
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