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Here are the links to all the resources shared in the “Know Your Technology” presentation at the Boot Camp:
Xfinity Internet: internetessentials.com
Verizon Internet: verizon.com/home/fios-forward
PHLConnectED: Dial 2-1-1- or phila.gov/programs/phlconnected
Other Internet Options: whistleout.com/Internet
Free WiFi Finder App: wifimap.io
Sip & Swipe Cafe: generationsonline.org/sipandswipe
Facebook Groups: Facebook.com
Philly311: phila.gov/departments/philly311
Digital Newspapers: generationsonline.org/GoLapp/gol4news/
Next Door Philadelphia: nextdoor.com/city/philadelphia–pa
Plan Philly: whyy.org/programs/planphilly
Community Resources: communityresourceconnects.org
Vaccine Finder Tutorial: golhelp.org/vaccine
Best Wellness Apps: hellomagazine.com/healthandbeauty
CBH Philly: cbhphilly.org
Philly Family Resources: healthymindsphilly.org/family-resources
Best Internet Brain Games: verywellmind.com
Online:
Never trust a link sent to you by someone you don’t know.
https://www.atg.wa.gov/internet-safety-seniors
Use strong and long (and unique) passwords
https://www.connectsafely.org/seniors-guide-to-online-safety/
Only go on secure websites
https://www.safetydetectives.com/blog/the-ultimate-internet-safety-guide-for-seniors/
Never Assume A Stranger Online is Trustworthy
https://cyberinsureone.com/online-safety-seniors/
Go to the “Source”
https://www.aarp.org/home-family/personal-technology/info-2019/privacy-for-seniors.html
IRL (In Real Life):
Philly311 Neighborhood Liaison Program:
https://www.phila.gov/programs/philly311-neighborhood-liaison-program/
Do not display your smartphone (iPhone, Android, etc.) when walking about. Keep it in your bag or pocket
https://www.publicsafety.upenn.edu/safety-tips
Avoid using earphones when walking to ensure that you stay alert and aware of your surroundings
https://www.publicsafety.upenn.edu/safety-tips
Quick 9-1-1 on your smart phone
https://www.popsci.com/story/diy/phone-emergency-call-options/
Walk with a “Buddy”
https://www.homemindset.com/is-philadelphia-safe/
We, at Generations on Line, know you have a lot on your shoulders without having to be a “tech geek” so we have developed all the free tools and tutorials you will need to be the “tech savvy” block captain they all think you are!
Tap on any link below to walk through a tutorial and please feel free to share these tools!
2022: New Vaccination, booster help for techo-timid seniors!
A step-by-step guide to finding a vaccine location and scheduling an appointment on your phone or tablet.
Other Generations on Line Training Tools:
