NGO launches digital literacy programme for the elderly

Jun 26 () In a unique initiative to empower the elderly with computer skills, city based NGO Agewell Foundation has launched a new digital literacy programme.
The initiative "Agewell Digital Literacy Programme for Older Persons" has been undertaken in view of the existing digital ignorance among older people who fail to catch up with the fast growing digital world, organisers say.
The NGO that works for the welfare of older persons across the country says, "The program has been designed to make old people computer literate, so that they can adjust themselves in the modern fast paced lifestyle and be connected with the world, even in their old age."
The programme is also likely to help many people above the age of 55 years, who have retired but are still capable and willing to work in obtaining jobs that could keep them gainfully engaged, active and healthy.
It also seeks to bridge the ever-widening generation gap and connecting people from various age groups online.
"This will increase social interactions of older persons and keep them active, healthy and happier in the long run," organisers say.
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