Digital gap with older people

introduction

Causes of the digital gap

Consequences for older people

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Digital gap with older people

Benefits of technology for older people

Possible solutions

Conclusion

Pedro Carreira, Isaías Velazquez y Lucas Rete

Benefits of technology for older people

• Communication with family (video calls)·
• Access to information and entertainment.
• · Greater independence.

Conclusion

Helping older adults use technology is important because it allows them to communicate whit family, acces information, and be more independent, which improves their quality of life and reduces loneliness.

introduction

Today I’m going to talk about the digital gap with older people.The digital gap is the difference between people who can use technology and those who cannot.Nowadays many things are done online.However, many older people have difficulties using digital devices.If people cannot use technology, they may have problems in their daily life.

Causes of the digital gap

There are several reasons why older people have difficulties with technology.

• Many of them did not grow up using computers or the internet.
• Some older people are afraid of making mistakes.
• They may think they will break the device if they press the wrong button.
• Some people have vision or memory problems.
• If technology is too complicated, it becomes harder for them to learn.

Consequences for older people

There are several reasons why older people have difficulties with technology.The digital gap can create different problems for older people.

• They may have difficulties doing online tasks.
• They might not know how to make a medical appointment or use online banking.
• If they don’t know how to use communication apps, they may talk less with family and friends.

Possible solutions

• Technology courses for seniors.
• Simpler applications and devices.
• Help from family members or volunteers.
• Government or community programs.