Senior Ocean Grovers were able to improve their online skills at a free information session at Ocean Grove Library on November 29.
The sessions were part of nbn’s commitment to improving digital capability for seniors.
In collaboration with University of the Third Age (U3A) and the Geelong Regional Library Corporation, nbn community ambassadors have been hosting the sessions in Greater Geelong to provide tips to choose an internet provider and how to connect to the internet, helpful information about how they can use connected devices to make life more convenient, how to stay safe online from scams and how to help stay connected in an emergency.
Insights from nbn’s Online Skills Check and Resources (OSCAR) tool shows that almost three-quarters of seniors who used the tool rate their digital skills as important and more than half regularly communicate with others online.
“These information sessions with nbn and U3A are designed to provide older Australians with support and answers to questions about their home internet, online scams and how to use smart devices,” Collaborations & Digital Partnerships University of the Third Age Victoria Network Glen Wall said.
“Our U3A mentors’ role is to provide peer-based support designed not to feel intimidating and help to get older Australians more confident about being safe online and using internet connected devices for their needs.
“We’ve had great feedback from the community so far, telling us how helpful it has been.”
