Programme: Dublin City
WHO Theme: Communication And Information, Respect And Social Inclusion, Social Participation
Health & Wellbeing Theme: Staying Connected
Funding Stream: Local AF Programme Funding
Resources Required: Community Support
Cost: 1000-5000
Description
ACORN device is used to to up-skill younger/older women to stay connected in this ever-changing world. These are women who are either struggling with addiction issues or have family members with addiction issues. The group selected the device because it best suited the needs of their clients, some of whom may have literacy issues.
Aim of Initiative
Who is it aimed at
Older women who would have previously struggled with addiction issues.
Steps critical to success
- Ease of use Tech
- Large font size
- Communication
Challenges in Planning / Delivery
- Finding the most suitable candidates
- Ensuring support.
- Connection to wifi
Outcomes / Benefits
- Access to the web
- Social connected to the digital world/
- Volunteer Staff
Evaluation / Report:
Throughout the Covid 19 pandemic the women who were provided with the tablets were able stay connected to the world via digital and the Acorn Tablet.
Contact:
Sinead Clancy / sinead.clancy@frcsme.ie
Website:
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