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As an online centre, Upper Norwood Library Hub and

As an online centre, Upper Norwood Library Hub and ClearCommunityWeb have been given 10 tablets (and data) by the the Good Things Foundation to donate to local residents who are currently isolated and keen to participate in a learning programme.

This is part of a scheme called DevicesDotNow.

These will be distributed to 10 residents who fit the following criteria:

either self-isolated or classified as ‘vulnerable’,
have no internet access or means to acquire it
over 70 or on low-income
limited local social support
Each resident will participate in a short learning program designed to help then become more independent using things like video calls and searching for information. They will receive some 1 to 1 support to orientate themselves and be signed up to a self-learning program (LearnMyWay).

They will be supported to either watch or participate in the Crystal Palace Festival Online and agree to be interviewed about their experience during lockdown and what they have learned as part of the Audio time capsule project All Alone Together.

The device will be theirs to keep, but will be encouraged to participate in classes at the library either online and when the library re-opens with a tablet oriented digital inclusion class.

We will be working in close partnership with Kingswood Community Shop to facilitate this.

We have already identified a few people but have a few places left, so would like to encourage people to put their thinking caps on to see if there is anyone in their vicinity who would be eligible, and if so to contact me directly as we only have this week to get ‘bums on seats’!

Secondly, we are also looking for a couple of volunteers to become ‘buddies’ to these residents perhaps help distribute the devices, help someone to one support, on the phone or doorstep and help them practice video calling

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#crystalpalace #crystalpalacetriangle #se19 #socialisolation #digitalinclusion

As ever it was great to cover the #croydon @croydo

As ever it was great to cover the #croydon @croydonbmeforum elders session on Wednesday. We discovered some recordings on the new #YouTube channel they have set up with sessions on #mindfulness #nutrition #exerciseathome and improving our memory. We also took a trip down memory lane and searched for #community film footage of Brixton market through the decades. #memories #heritage #olderpeople #digitalinclusion

Zoom. Learning the basics for Adults with Learning

Zoom. Learning the basics for Adults with Learning Disabilities and Autism

Learn how to use Zoom in a friendly environment

Zoom is one of the most popular video platforms. Community groups, teachers, colleges, counsellors and friends are increasingly using it to keep in touch during the COVID-19 lockdown.
It’s being used to run classes, choirs, coding clubs, discussions and even virtual pub quizzes.

Our introductory sessions are designed to help to learn and practice the basics, without any pressure and no question is too basic.! You can use it to watch classes, take part in online activities or speak to family members.

All are welcome and sessions are free
• Practice video/ audio settings
• Practice using chat and ‘reactions’
• Your questions answered ** Please note this class is aimed at adults with a learning disabilities or Autism (dyslexia, dyspraxia, ADHD) & carers ** ** If you need help installing zoom or accessing a first meeting please contact us before hand ** #disability #learningdisabilityservices #autism #mentalhealth #mentalwellness #croydon #southwark #lambeth @croydonsocialp @croydonmencap @cvacroydon @yourcroydon @croydon_mencap @cosouthwark @mindlambethandsouthwark @mindincroydon #digitalskills

Big Thanks to friends at LeonardCheshire for conne

Big Thanks to friends at LeonardCheshire for connecting us with PPE for our #tech #outreach 1 to 1 service. We can slowly start getting out again and helping in the home. #disability #isolation #fixing #community #se19 #crystalpalacetriangle #croydondigital

@gipsyhillfriends @library.of.things @uppernorlibhub @croydonbmeforum @southnorwoodkitchen @yellowqube1 @ageuklambeth @ageuk_croydon @age_uk_croydon @cvacroydon @cosouthwark @croydon_commitment @integrateagencycic @communitechldn

Starting to provide safe 1 to 1 assistance again f

Starting to provide safe 1 to 1 assistance again for older people & vulnerable adults with their tech.
If you are having trouble accessing Zoom or Skype, installing, or updating an app then we may be able to help.
info@clearcommunityweb.co.uk
#crystalpalacetriangle #se19 #croydon #croydondigital #disability #disabilities #discrimination #communitybusiness #community #SocialIsolation #Loneliness #onecroydonalliance;
#southlondon #wellbeing #loneliness #isolation #makeadifference #OlderPeople #OlderAge #LaterLife #AgeProud #PositiveAgeing @croydonbmeforum @ageuklambeth @ageuk_croydon @cvacroydon @croydonsocialp @croydon_commitment @integrateagencycic @communitechldn @gipsyhillfriends @library.of.things @paxtongreentimebank @uppernorlibhub

We are running 2 sessions for older people and car

We are running 2 sessions for older people and carers to help simplify online shopping for interested to try it.

We focus on food shopping to start with; how to do it, who is delivering, how much it costs, creating a shopping basket and how safe it is.
You can make good use of a supermarket website even without making a purchase; you can browse, compare prices, budget and check nutritional advice. So if there are concerns about online payments then you can still benefit from using the internet.

Monday 1st June and 15th June at 14.00

Please DM, email or WhatsApp for the zoom link or sign up on Eventbrite
caspar@clearcommunityweb.co.uk 07523 646 277

#croydondigital #croydon #lambeth #digitalexclusion #digitalliteracy #disability #SocialIsolation #onecroydonalliance #makeadifference #LaterLife #crystalpalacetriangle #southnorwood
@ageuklambeth @integrateagencycic @independentage @age_uk_croydon @croydonbmeforum @yellowqube1 @ourspaceprojects @uppernorlibhub @gipsyhillfriends @paxtongreentimebank

Good turnout and informative discussion on the con

Good turnout and informative discussion on the concerns and practicalities for older people and the proposed track and trace app in our Digital Skills for Seniors class.
Next week we look at council services online.

#croydondigital #lovecroydonlife #croydon @ageuk_croydon @age_uk_croydon #digitalskills #covid19_older #covid19uk

Really honoured to assist @CroydonBMEForum elders

Really honoured to assist @CroydonBMEForum
elders and carers to use #zoom to #connect with the #community . Want to help as many as we can across #croydon #croydondigital #Covid19UK #covid19_older #isolation Back again on the 27th!