One of the great pleasures of working with older adults is that they always have a tale to tell — and Home Connect learner John Thompson did not disappoint. Originally... read more →
How can I uninstall apps from my tablet? Where do I check to ensure my email was sent? How can I add a background photo to my home screen? How... read more →
“I would say technology is the thing of the future, but the future is here today,” says Home Connect learner Leonard Cruz. “In order to operate in this world, you... read more →
This video is an overview of Home Connect, a program by Community Tech Network that provides tablets, internet and digital literacy to seniors. With increased social isolation, this work... read more →
“I am confident that our partnership will improve the quality of life for our seniors, both physically and mentally, in this challenging time,” reflects Tina Huang, client advocate at Glide.... read more →
The digital divide goes beyond broadband access; it is an issue of social infrastructure, a lack of digital literacy, and an uneven distribution of technology. But how does the digital... read more →
“Gone are the days of one needing to ‘travel’ to gain access to the internet,” says Stephen Minor, CTN's senior program manager. “Equal access means bringing the internet directly to... read more →
When the student is ready, the teacher will appear. When the student is really ready, the teacher will disappear. (Lao Tzu) Only an ancient proverb could describe the delightfully surprising... read more →
The COVID-19 pandemic has made clear that the digital divide is a persisting problem in our country, and it's not going to solve itself. As libraries and community centers remain... read more →