Building Tech Support Capacity in Indiana
GrantID: 20040
Grant Funding Amount Low: $30,000
Deadline: July 7, 2023
Grant Amount High: $200,000
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Hoosier Tech Help for Seniors: Bridging the Digital Divide
In Indiana, a significant percentage of older adults face barriers to accessing technology, which has increasingly become a lifeline for connection, services, and information. Nearly 35% of Hoosiers aged 60 and older report having limited digital skills, according to the Indiana University Center for Aging Research. This lack of digital literacy can lead to isolation and hinder the ability to access essential resources, such as telehealth services or community programs.
The challenges are particularly pronounced in urban areas like Indianapolis where seniors often experience not only technology-related barriers but also socio-economic hardships, making digital access even more critical. Family caregivers frequently report frustrations about their elderly loved ones’ struggles with technology, as they attempt to help navigate various online platforms and services.
The Hoosier Tech Help for Seniors initiative aims to empower older adults by enabling volunteers in Indianapolis to provide one-on-one technology assistance. Volunteers will receive specific training on how to teach essential digital skills, from setting up devices to navigating health apps and social media. This hands-on support ensures older individuals become more comfortable with technology, thus enhancing their overall independence and connection to essential resources.
Program evaluations will track improvements in both technological confidence and usage among participants. Metrics will include frequency of device use for accessing health services, social connectivity, and overall satisfaction with their ability to navigate the digital landscape. By fostering an environment of tech-savviness, the Hoosier Tech Help for Seniors initiative seeks to create a template for addressing the digital divide among older populations in urban Indiana.
The Hoosier Tech Help for Seniors project uniquely addresses the intersection of technology and aging, particularly in a state where many seniors are left behind as society advances. By prioritizing digital literacy among older adults, Indiana positions itself to build a more connected and informed aging population.
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