My mom is in rehab at a nursing home. So far, she is not progressing with physical and occupational therapy. She will probably have to stay in the nursing home long term. The staff advised me not to bring her cell phone, as they disappear. Should I have a landline installed in her room? Or, will that just bring problems?
My Dad was in his 90's with general age decline, and he had no issues with using a landline except for remembering to dial "9" prior to dialing the number he wanted to call. Even when his memory started to fade a bit, he still knew how to use a landline.
Cellphones are just too complicated, I know for me it takes a half dozen steps just to text someone.... I might as well call the person on a landline, it would take less time :P
We will always have a landline. I like it. I like the sound clarity and the fact calls are never dropped due to me driving through a "dead spot". The cell phone is for texting and posting to the family Instagram only.
When mom was in rehab we had the option of a landline at a small additional cost. Totally worth it!
If your Mom still knows how to use it, I think it's a marvelous idea!