Press Release: OATS from AARP Opens Senior Planet Miami: The First Technology-Themed Community Center for Older Adults in Miami
Miami, Florida, December 4, 2023 – National nonprofit, Older Adults Technology Services (OATS) from AARP opens a new Senior Planet center for older adults ages 50-plus in the vibrant, cultural neighborhood of Wynwood, Miami. As the area’s first technology-themed community center for older adults, visitors can get help with technology and learn new skills in […]
Press Release: AARP Survey Reveals Opportunities for Older Adults to Increase Disaster Preparedness and Stay Actively Informed During an Emergency
Only 1 in 5 older adults have downloaded disaster preparedness apps, signed up for text message notifications or followed national disaster resources on social media
Press Release: OATS from AARP works with T-Mobile to Empower Older Adults Across the South with Skills to Leverage Today’s Newest Technology
With support from T-Mobile, OATS will work with 100 community partners who collectively serve over 4,300 older adults across multiple southern rural counties.
Press Release: OATS from AARP Celebrates National Physical Fitness and Sports Month with Online Programs Geared to Get Older Adults Moving
In honor of National Fitness Month, OATS is hosting a variety of free virtual classes to help seniors get active, build strength and have fun while doing it.
Press Release: OATS from AARP Selects Five Exceptional Older Athletes as 2023 “Senior Planet Sponsored Athletes”
The Senior Planet Sponsored Athlete Program, now in its fourth year, highlights the remarkable athletic feats that older adults can accomplish–along with the importance of staying active and fit.
Press Release: OATS from AARP and Crown Castle Empower Montgomery County Seniors with Skills to Leverage Today’s Newest Technology
Crown Castle’s Connected by Good program will expand Senior Planet’s tech-focused classes and training courses for older adults across Montgomery County.
Press Release: Immersive “Tech Tank” Program Empowers Older Adults with Skills to Leverage Today’s Newest Technology
Launching at Senior Planet centers nationwide, the Tech Tank program offers older adults a chance to explore and use new tech devices in-person.
Press Release: OATS from AARP Launches a Social Platform Exclusive to Older Adults, Senior Planet Community
Senior Planet Community is designed specifically for older adults, with the help of older adults, to ensure optimal user experience: simple layout, safe environment, and no advertisements.
Press Release: Aging Connected’s Chromebook Contest Promotes Connectivity Among Seniors
Aging Connected, in collaboration with Internet Essentials from Comcast, has awarded 15 older adults new Google Chromebooks.
Press Release: OATS from AARP Awards Five Exceptional Older Adults as 2022 ‘Senior Planet Sponsored Athletes’
Following a competitive nationwide application process, five older adult athletes were named ‘Senior Planet Sponsored Athletes,’ receiving a $1000 stipend to meet their fitness goals and inspire other older adults to get active.