For older adults, the internet provides a pathway to connection, convenience, and engaging with the world beyond immediate physical surroundings. Technology offers all sorts of possibilities for engagement and activity.... read more →
“There is a common misconception that since Sunnyvale is located in the heart of Silicon Valley, we don't have residents in need,” says Angela Chan, youth and family resources manager... read more →
In 2019, CTN received a grant from Metta Fund to provide digital skills training and tablets to monolingual seniors in San Francisco’s Sunset District. This new program, called Sunset Tech... read more →
Learning tech skills can be difficult for any newcomer, but its challenges are exacerbated for those who lack stability. Imagine, for example, trying to access accounts without a long-term phone... read more →
Photo: San Francisco's Downtown Senior Center team San Francisco’s Downtown Senior Center serves as a hub for activities and social connections for countless older adults. For nearly a decade, the... read more →
Photo: A screenshot from one of CTN Instructor Paolo Banzon's virtual classes With the pandemic shifting the focus of most employment to the virtual space, it has become imperative for... read more →
As the pandemic prompted many nonprofits to transition their programming to online formats, it became a challenge to connect with clients who did not have the skills or resources to... read more →
Last spring, we officially launched our Texas-based program Senior Connect — a collaboration between Senior Access, AGE of Central Texas, and CTN. Replicating nearly all aspects of our Home Connect program,... read more →
Back in April, CTN began a partnership with Hamilton Families to provide digital literacy training to over 200 adult clients. We started with virtual classes, teaching 16 participants in English... read more →
In April, CTN began partnering with Sourcewise to provide over 400 seniors with Google Home speakers. This technology allows users to make calls, play music, request reminders, or receive news... read more →