U3A Digital Mentoring Program and PEER Model explained in new report
New report unpacks a unique initiative designed to reduce digital exclusion and social isolation among older adults
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Feb 283 min read
How Local Councils Shape Digital Literacy for Older Adults
A recent report released by Shaping Connections researchers in collaboration with the University of the Third Age (U3A) Network Victoria...
Jan 312 min read
How Digital Technology is Enhancing Social Connectedness
Social Connectedness is a key aspect of our health, wellbeing and longevity especially for older adults. A new study by Simionato et al...
Oct 4, 20232 min read
Victorian Seniors Festival provides opportunity for digital experiences
October means that the annual Victorian Seniors Festival has kicked off with a host of activities and events across the State. October...
Sep 22, 20231 min read
Partnerships key for educational outcomes
Partnerships with service and community organisations assist with co-designing strategies and developing educational programs so that...
Sep 15, 20233 min read
Digital strategy to improve aged care services
Emerging tech can be used to not only improve the wellbeing of older Australians, but also the quality of their care, and streamline...
Sep 6, 20233 min read
The Silver Surfers: How Social Media is Captivating Older Generations
In today's fast-paced digital age, it's no secret that social media has become an ubiquitous part of our lives. It's the virtual...
Aug 23, 20233 min read
Digital Skills for Older Adults
Digital skills are like building blocks that are stacked on top of each other to form the foundation of knowledge, security and confidence
Aug 10, 20232 min read
New pathways identified for greater digital tech uptake by older adults
A new study by RMIT researchers has identified three critical pathways to increase the likelihood of older adults adopting digital...
Jun 5, 20231 min read
Digital Inclusion
Shaping Connections Founder and Director, Associate Professor Bernardo Figueiredo explores how older adults are using technology on his...
Apr 6, 20232 min read
What is connectedness?
An insight into how technology can be a double-edged sword. Research shows that: 44% of people aged over 65 years’ experience social...
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