Connected Canadians
Site: Ottawa
Service: Technology training and support for seniors
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Print Version (New Window)| Record #: OCR4750 | Last Full Update: 02 Apr 2020 |
| Names | |
|---|---|
| Alternate Name | CV19 ; OCR |
| Location & Accessibility | |
| Located In Community | Ottawa |
| Address & Map | |
| Mailing Address | 78 George St, Suite 204 Ottawa, ON K1N 5W1 |
| Physical Access | Not Applicable |
| Description and Services | |
| Description (Service) | COVID-19 (2 Apr 2020): Due to COVID19, organisation is offering its service either via phone or online. Leave a voicemail message or visit website to get in touch. Updates will be posted to their website. Technology training and support for seniors offered by newcomer volunteers * beneficial intercultural and knowledge exchange for both parties * Instructor-led workshops (5-7 participants) and 1:1 training and support sessions on a variety of topics, including: * Staying safe on the Internet * Using a public computer safely * Spotting phishing and other scams * Troubleshooting common computer problems * Facebook and YouTube * Using a virus checker * Communicating by text on your phone * How to use video chat * Music and the Internet * Using the Internet to help you cook |
| Hours | Vary by volunteer availability |
| Areas Served | Canada |
| Eligibility | Ages: 55 year(s) and up Adults 55 years and older |
| Application | Call or send an email * Volunteers : Fill out online form to apply |
| Languages | English ; French ; Arabic ; Chinese (Mandarin) ; Hindi ; Italian ; Urdu |
| Fees | None |
| Service Categories | Computer and Related Technology Classes ~ Older Adults ; Volunteer Opportunities ~ Immigrants (Canada) |
| Waiting List | Yes, in times of high demand up to 2 weeks waiting period. Clients are asked to specify urgency of need when placing a request. |
| Contact Information | |
| Office Phone | 613-699-7896 |
| info@connectedcanadians.ca | |
| Website | www.connectedcanadians.ca |
| Social Media |      |
| Primary Contact | Sergiana De Freitas, Outreach and Feedback Coordinator |
| Primary Executive | Emily Jones Joanissse, CEO and Co-Founder |
| Alternate Executive | Tasneem Damen, CIO and Co-Founder |
| Other Details | |
| Established | 2018 |
| Funding | Provincial ; Private ; Ottawa Community Foundation ; New Horizons Seniors Program |
| Resources | Website |