Technology and older people

The benefits of using technology are virtually endless. From keeping in touch with friends and family‚ to finding a deal on your next holiday‚ the simple purpose of technology is to make our lives easier. But the real trick is to make technology work for you.

We run many projects across the UK that help older people to learn IT (Information Technology) skills and highlight the benefits such skills can bring to their daily lives.

Find out more about our IT programmes for older people.

DigiOlympics 2010

Find out about our first ever DigiOlympics.
Internet Champion of the Year

Meet our new Internet Champions‚ who will help inspire 6.4 million older people who have never been online.
Our technology programmes

From running silver surfer campaigns to showing people how to switch to digital television‚ over 150‚000 older people have been reached by our technology programmes.
IT volunteering

Share you computer skills and help older people learn how to use computers and get online.
Learn about technology

Find specialised IT courses and taster sessions for older people in your area and download our simple web guides
Computer Books

Age Concern and Help the Aged run many programmes teaching IT skills to older people - find out how you can get involved.