NYC MOCTO: “City of New York Delivers 10,000 Internet Devices to older NYCHA Residents”
“We’re glad to be part of such a comprehensive measure to make sure older New Yorkers have not only the tools to stay connected during a crisis, but also the resources they need to feel confident in using them,” said Alex Glazebrook, Director of Operations at Older Adults Technology Services.
Humana Foundation Commits $50M to Coronavirus Relief and Recovery Efforts
The Humana Foundation, which partners with OATS to combat social isolation in San Antonio, made a 3 million dollar grant to OATS as part of a nationwide coronavirus recovery effort.
Capital One: “Ready, Set, Bank: Helping Seniors With Online Banking”
“Our ultimate goal is for seniors to be digitally empowered and obtain a higher level of financial knowledge,” said OATS executive director Tom Kamber.
Press Release: Zelle® Partners with Older Adults Technology Services (OATS) to Offer Free e-Learning Classes
OATS is providing free online lectures and workshops to help older adults learn how to safely use P2P services.
Bloomberg’s CityLab: “The ‘New Normal’ for Many Older Adults Is on the Internet”
OATS program Senior Planet is featured in this article on the social isolation and digital divide in the midst of COVID-19— and Senior Planet trainer Pat Jasso, herself an older adult, shares what she’s been learning online in lockdown.
Spectrum News: Seniors Stay Connected During Isolation Through Virtual Learning
“Long before the days of social distancing, members of the national nonprofit Older Adults Technology Services were already taking steps to fight against social isolation by participating in the organization’s digital platform, Senior Planet. ” Read the full story here.
NPR’s All Things Considered: “How Some Are Trying to Teach Senior Citizens To Spot Fake News”
NPR’s radio program All Things Considered highlighted OATS as one of the few organizations supporting older adults in learning to identify fake news as part of a broadcast about disinformation and the election.