Addressing the Digital Divide amongst Seniors
SkillSr aims to address the gaps by helping them learn to use the Gadget’s be it a Laptop, a iPad or a Mobile Phone.
Whats SkillSr?
Skillsr was started to address the Digital Divide amongst Seniors. Some members of the older population are still a bit hesitant to embrace modern technology into their daily lives.
Possible reasons for the gap between seniors and technology are:
- Physical difficulty in learning new technologies
- The mindset regarding the benefits of technology
- Mindset that they are ‘too old’ for technology
- Lack of assistance or support
SkillSr aims to address the gaps by helping them learn to use the Gadget’s be it a Laptop, a iPad or a Mobile Phone. Change their mindset towards the benefits of Technology, and assisting them to learn and use Technology.
Here are 5 reasons to keep up with technology
1. Technology helps independent living among Seniors
They could access health monitoring systems that aids them.
For Ex. They can be reminded to take their medication via notification from their smartphone. If the patient fails to confirm that they’ve taken their medicine, notification will then be sent to the caregiver.
Learning technology could build confidence in seniors for them to live independently. This could create confidence in their family to help delay moving their parents into a senior care facility.
2. Technology connects family and friends with one another
Communication has never been easier due to the technology we have today. Mostly, it’s thanks to the Internet!
Learning to use the Phone gives them access to Instant Messaging and Social Media Tools.
They could virtual be connected Face to Face with their loved one’s and Learning Technology plays a key role in bridging the communication gap, continuing family ties, and strengthening bonds.
Whether you’re using a smartphone, a tablet, or a computer, keeping in touch is one of the most fascinating aspects of modern technology.
3. Technology keeps you engaged and entertained
The Internet is your modern day movie-theatre and playground. You can stream movies on your computer, iPad or Laptop
A subscription to Netflix, Amazon Prime or Disney Hotstar for example will grant you access to their media library. They have thousands of movies and television shows available.
Gaming consoles have also come a long way.
Gaming systems such as the Xbox and Nintendo Wii can get your body moving.
4. Technology helps older adults stay informed
Adults can stay in the know about what’s happening across the country and around the world. You can get current event news from internet news networks rather than only looking at News or the Newspaper, Frequent updates on Google, Twitter etc can help you stay updated with latest News
5. Technology enhances your productivity
There are many productivity apps that can help seniors stay organized and productive.
Many seniors are unfamiliar with all the technology, internet, apps and gadgets. Everything can be learned.
Technology is here not to ruin our lives nor to make our lives more complicated. In fact, it’s the other way around. Technology can help us become more informed so we can make better, sound decisions.
Seniors must embrace it. Keeping up with tech is fun and easy.
Contact Us:
Phone: +91 63636 06336 | Email: info@skillsr.com
Address: Bengaluru