What Do Senior Dads Want for Father's Day? [INFOGRAPHIC]

View and download our May Bask Infographic here: Father's Day Survey

What Do Senior Dads Really Want For Father's Day This Year?

Ahh, summer. When our thoughts turn to swimming pools, barbecues, and sunny vacations. But there's one holiday in June which sometimes gets a little less fanfare than its counterpart the month before. That's right, we're talking about Father's Day! The day we thank our Dads for all they've done for us -- whether it's DIY wisdom or simply being there whenever we need a big hug.

With Father's Day gift-giving in mind, we asked our Members some questions about this upcoming holiday in an email survey: what plans they might have, and what technology they use to stay connected with Dad. Does technology help to express love and gratitude to the Dads in your life? Or, if you're a Dad yourself, do you prefer traditional methods of communication for special days?

We heard from many of our Member Dads, and the results are illuminating! You can see our favorite survey findings in our Bask Infographic above. To recap: Over half of senior Dads (54%) want new technology for entertainment, but over one fifth of them (21%) want technology to help them feel closer to family. 89% of senior Dads are "aging at home," so technology can be a great bridge to connecting with family members.

Here are some more responses we found interesting.

What do you think you'll get for Father's Day this year?

• 51% - phone call
• 39% - card in the mail
• 25% - nothing
• 18% - in-person visit
• 14% - email
• 8% - e-card
• 6% - non-technology gift
• 4% - video chat
• 0% - technology gift
• 0% - flowers or candy

What are the top 3 things you'd actually like for Father's Day this year?

• 58% - in-person visit
• 50% - phone call
• 30% - card in the mail
• 20% - nothing
• 14% - flowers or candy
• 10% - email
• 10% - non-technology gift
• 6% - video chat
• 4% - technology gift
• 4% - e-card

60% of respondents know how to open an e-card, but 40% do not!

42% of respondents know how to start a video chat, but 58% do not!

If you were going to receive technology for Father's Day, which would you like most?

• 46% - nothing
• 16% - computer or laptop
• 16% - tablet
• 12% - TV or smart TV
• 10% - smartphone
• 6% - wearable device
• 6% - smart home device

Why would you like to receive this technology?

• 54% - for entertainment
• 21% - to feel closer to my family
• 8% - to improve health & overall fitness
• 6% - to help me find local things to get involved in
• 6% - for home security
• 5% - to help me meet new people

Which of these do you plan on doing for your Dad on Father's Day?

• 40% - nothing
• 20% - in-person visit
• (40% - other or n/a)

How old are you?

• 4% - under 55
• 21% - 56 to 65
• 38% - 66 to 75
• 37% - 76 to 85
• 0% - over 85

Where do you currently live?

• 89% - in my own home
• 8% - in a senior community
• 0% - in my child's home
• (3% prefer not to answer)

So what do we suggest here at Bask? If you can make a visit your Dad, make it happen! What fathers really want is to spend quality time with their families. Technology helps families stay in touch. So if you give your Dad a technology gift, show him how to use it for entertainment and for keeping in touch while you're away. It'll make his Father's Day even better!

Want help taking advantage of new apps and programs? Wondering how Bask can help you enjoy technology comfortably and confidently? Call us today for a free question & answer session, or schedule one here: Speak with a Bask Technology Advisor