I'm a big believer in anything that makes life easier, whether it's a jar opener or a zipper puller or a tracker to help you find lost stuff. And one of the unsung heroes in that category is the smart speaker, which can help seniors in myriad ways. For example, with a simple voice command — yes, that's the "smart" part; these speakers respond to your voice! — you can get a weather report, adjust the thermostat, turn lights on (or off), start Netflix on the TV, make calls to family members or just fill the house with music on a quiet morning.