TECHNOLOGY
Technology Resources to help older adults utilize internet technology in a senior-friendly manner
Senior Planet
920-666-1959
Offers a variety of free online courses, programs and activities to help older adults learn new technology skills and connect with other older adults for social connection.
Kaplan JCC on the Palisades
201-569-7700 ext. 404
Offering a lending library of iPad devices to older residents in Bergen County along with ongoing tech support
Techboomers
Free educational website that provides video and written tutorials for older adults inexperienced in technology use
Dorot
917-441-3725
Teleconferencing program for older adults age 55+ regardless of health problems. Alleviates social isolation among older adults while helping them feel more comfortable utilizing technology
Oasis Everywhere
Provides low-cost/free online computer, internet and mobile technology courses for older adults
Candoo Tech
Provides fee-based online tech support and training for older adults to help them feel more comfortable with smartphones, computers, tablets, home safety devices, etc.o
Organizations offering devices and/or Internet connetion at a discount for older adults
Human-I-T
Provides low-income individuals and nonprofits with technology, internet and digital training. They also accept donations of used technology.
Birdsong
Offers senior-friendly tablets with large icons of preloaded applications such as news, entertainment, videoconferencing, music, games and more. 24 hr tech support included.
Senior Planet
920-666-1959
Offers a variety of free online courses, programs and activities to help older adults learn new technology skills and connect with other older adults for social connection.
Kaplan JCC on the Palisades
201-569-7700 ext. 404
Offering a lending library of iPad devices to older residents in Bergen County along with ongoing tech support
Techboomers
Free educational website that provides video and written tutorials for older adults inexperienced in technology use
Dorot
917-441-3725
Teleconferencing program for older adults age 55+ regardless of health problems. Alleviates social isolation among older adults while helping them feel more comfortable utilizing technology
Oasis Everywhere
Provides low-cost/free online computer, internet and mobile technology courses for older adults
Candoo Tech
Provides fee-based online tech support and training for older adults to help them feel more comfortable with smartphones, computers, tablets, home safety devices, etc.o
Organizations offering devices and/or Internet connetion at a discount for older adults
Human-I-T
Provides low-income individuals and nonprofits with technology, internet and digital training. They also accept donations of used technology.
Birdsong
Offers senior-friendly tablets with large icons of preloaded applications such as news, entertainment, videoconferencing, music, games and more. 24 hr tech support included.