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Healthy ageing apps

Getting older can affect a person’s health and wellbeing, including their physical, mental and cognitive health.
Many factors influence healthy ageing and taking care of yourself such as staying active, making healthy food choices, getting enough sleep, limiting your alcohol intake, going to the doctor regularly, staying socially connected and taking care of your mental health.
There are a variety of apps to support healthy ageing and help you take control of your health.

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Getting older can affect your health and wellbeing, including your physical, mental and cognitive health. Healthy ageing involves making choices that promote your independence as you get older.

Many factors influence healthy ageing and taking care of your health, such as:

staying active
making healthy food choices
getting enough sleep
limiting your alcohol intake
going to your healthcare provider regularly
staying socially connected, and
taking care of your mental health.

Maintaining mobility and physical strength are important to being independent, participating in social engagements and pursuing hobbies. Learn about ageing and some of the things that are important as you get older.

There are a variety of apps to support ageing well.

Before choosing an app, think about how it will benefit you and what you want it to be able to do.

An app will only be helpful if you use it, so it needs to be something you like using and find easy to use.
If you find the app difficult to use, or you don't like the imagery or look of it, or the language it uses, you may want to find another one that suits you better.
For more guidance on how to choose health apps, see How to choose a health app.
It's important to remember that apps don’t replace professional help or your doctor’s advice.

App	Features	Clinical review
Nymbl Training app	An app for people wanting to improve their balance and mobility and reduce their risk of falling. Available from Apple Store The app is free for all New Zealand residents, over the age of 50 years. Read more about Nymbl Training app
LifeCurve app	An app aimed at older people who are struggling with activities of daily living, or their caregivers and whānau who wish to find ways to help. Available from Google Play and Apple Store Free Read more about LifeCurve app.
BrainTrack app	Monitor and track brain health and cognitive function over time. Interactive and fun to use. Provides personalised results. Available from Apple Store and Play Store Free Read more about BrainTrack app
Keep On Keep Up app	An exercise app to help older adults improve strength and balance. Available from Apple Store Free Read more about Keep on Keep Up app

Ageing topics
NZ Health App Library
Consumer guide – how to choose a health app
Clinicians' guide – how to choose a health app

References

Helbostad JL, Vereijken B, Becker C, et al. Mobile health applications to promote active and healthy ageing(external link). Sensors (Basel). 2017 Mar 18;17(3):622.

Disclaimer: The NZ Health App Library is a free consumer service to help you decide whether a health app would be suitable for you. Our review process is independent. We have no relationship with the app developers or companies and no responsibility for the service they provide. This means that if you have an issue with one of the apps we have reviewed, you will need to contact the app developer or company directly.

Factsheets – using health apps safely

How to choose a health app
Healthify He Puna Waiora, NZ

Privacy and security tips for using health apps
Healthify He Puna Waiora, NZ

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Healthy ageing apps