WHO Theme: Communication And Information, Community Support And Health Services, Respect And Social Inclusion
Health & Wellbeing Theme: Positive Mental And Emotional Health, Staying Connected
Funding Stream: Local AF Programme Funding
Resources Required: Community Support, Financial, Paid Staff, Services, Volunteer Staff
Cost: 0-500
Description
The project began with the promotion of the younger person gifting or regifting a digital device to an older adult for Christmas. The next phase of the project involved the purchasing of digital tablets and engaging with partnerships who had members that were missing out on social engagement. The tablets were designated to different groups such as the IFA and Mens sheds to help engagement. The Super Connectors have also developed a user friendly manual to assist the older adult in using the device. They have also recruited the volunteered assistance of Generation Tech and the LMETB who offer a troubleshooting service which the user can ring for help. Results to date have been very successful with massive engagement from the users. The project is currently ongoing and continues to grow develop links. A project with ISSAC is currently being worked on.
Aim of Initiative
Aimed at both young people and older adults. The younger people train the older adult on how to use the digital device.
Who is it aimed at
Aimed at both young people and older adults. The younger people train the older adult on how to use the digital device.
Steps critical to success
- Engagement of the older adult
- Troubleshooting fixes from Volunteers
- Development of manuals
Challenges in Planning / Delivery
- How to designate the tablets
- Designing of manuals
- Developing a strong PR campaign to generate interest from relvant groups
Outcomes / Benefits
- Older adults are able to engage via digital communication
- Older are not socially isolated
- Development of a system to assist the reduction of the digital divide
Evaluation / Report:
The project to date has allowed older adults to engage with their families, social groups and also online meetings that they would not be able to attend without the super connectors project.
Contact:
Website:
https://www.louthcoco.ie/en/