Digital Inclusion - Age UK Gateshead by https://padlet.com/AgeUKGateshead/AgeUKGatesheadDigital A place to access Digital Inclusion materials, information and resources shared by Age UK Gateshead. Most recent posts will be added to the top of each list. To search for a certain topic (e.g. dementia), use CTRL+f to search using a key word or phrase. You will then be able to scroll through the highlighted posts, making navigation easier. en-us 2022-12-16 11:02:30 UTC 2022-12-17 16:00:08 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.net/icons/png/1f4bb.png AgeUKGateshead https://padlet.com/AgeUKGateshead/AgeUKGatesheadDigital/wish/2422926970 2022-12-16 11:42:22 UTC https://padlet.com/AgeUKGateshead/AgeUKGatesheadDigital/wish/2422926970 Guide - Make your device easier to use AgeUKGateshead https://padlet.com/AgeUKGateshead/AgeUKGatesheadDigital/wish/2423625034 Find out how to make a smartphone, tablet, or computer easier to use. The guide contains tips for a range of different accessibility needs.]]> 2022-12-17 12:36:53 UTC https://padlet.com/AgeUKGateshead/AgeUKGatesheadDigital/wish/2423625034 Alexa prompts AgeUKGateshead https://padlet.com/AgeUKGateshead/AgeUKGatesheadDigital/wish/2423626912 A list of suggested useful prompts to get the most from an Alexa device. Thanks to Good Things Foundation.]]> 2022-12-17 12:43:12 UTC https://padlet.com/AgeUKGateshead/AgeUKGatesheadDigital/wish/2423626912 Age-friendly Apps AgeUKGateshead https://padlet.com/AgeUKGateshead/AgeUKGatesheadDigital/wish/2423627259 A great list of suggested apps for older adults from Good Things Foundation and other charity partners.]]> 2022-12-17 12:44:20 UTC https://padlet.com/AgeUKGateshead/AgeUKGatesheadDigital/wish/2423627259 Using Digital to support those with Dementia AgeUKGateshead https://padlet.com/AgeUKGateshead/AgeUKGatesheadDigital/wish/2423627723 How to guide for using digital technology to support those living with Dementia from Good Things Foundation]]> 2022-12-17 12:46:17 UTC https://padlet.com/AgeUKGateshead/AgeUKGatesheadDigital/wish/2423627723 Digital Social Care website AgeUKGateshead https://padlet.com/AgeUKGateshead/AgeUKGatesheadDigital/wish/2423630407 A comprehensive website featuring all kind of useful information around digital and social care - funding opportunities, skills and training, guidance and lots more!]]> 2022-12-17 12:56:33 UTC https://padlet.com/AgeUKGateshead/AgeUKGatesheadDigital/wish/2423630407 Guide - Getting your new device ready to use AgeUKGateshead https://padlet.com/AgeUKGateshead/AgeUKGatesheadDigital/wish/2423630643 2022-12-17 12:57:23 UTC https://padlet.com/AgeUKGateshead/AgeUKGatesheadDigital/wish/2423630643 Information and How-to Guides AgeUKGateshead https://padlet.com/AgeUKGateshead/AgeUKGatesheadDigital/wish/2423631219 400+ regularly updated How-to guides from Digital Unite covering almost every digital topic imaginable! 
Easy to understand and navigate, guides are organised into clear sections.]]> 2022-12-17 12:59:35 UTC https://padlet.com/AgeUKGateshead/AgeUKGatesheadDigital/wish/2423631219 Digital skills for social care staff AgeUKGateshead https://padlet.com/AgeUKGateshead/AgeUKGatesheadDigital/wish/2423631890 Training resources to support social care staff in developing their digital skills.]]> 2022-12-17 13:02:07 UTC https://padlet.com/AgeUKGateshead/AgeUKGatesheadDigital/wish/2423631890 Tool to measure digital readiness in organisations AgeUKGateshead https://padlet.com/AgeUKGateshead/AgeUKGatesheadDigital/wish/2423633534 A comprehensive and easy-to-use multiple choice survey to help you assess the digital readiness of your organisation and where improvements could be made. 
Thanks to Digital Unite.]]> 2022-12-17 13:08:10 UTC https://padlet.com/AgeUKGateshead/AgeUKGatesheadDigital/wish/2423633534 Request donated devices for your organisation AgeUKGateshead https://padlet.com/AgeUKGateshead/AgeUKGatesheadDigital/wish/2423634035 A link to a short form from the Digital Poverty Alliance allowing organisations to request donated devices.]]> 2022-12-17 13:10:07 UTC https://padlet.com/AgeUKGateshead/AgeUKGatesheadDigital/wish/2423634035 Digital Champions in adult social care toolkit AgeUKGateshead https://padlet.com/AgeUKGateshead/AgeUKGatesheadDigital/wish/2423634701 A comprehensive resource for leaders and managers in adult social care detailing how digital champions can help your organisation.]]> 2022-12-17 13:12:35 UTC https://padlet.com/AgeUKGateshead/AgeUKGatesheadDigital/wish/2423634701 Digital devices for refugees AgeUKGateshead https://padlet.com/AgeUKGateshead/AgeUKGatesheadDigital/wish/2423635626 A link to the organisation Screen Share where laptops can be requested or donated to help refugees.]]> 2022-12-17 13:15:16 UTC https://padlet.com/AgeUKGateshead/AgeUKGatesheadDigital/wish/2423635626 AbilityNet website - Disability and Digital Inclusion AgeUKGateshead https://padlet.com/AgeUKGateshead/AgeUKGatesheadDigital/wish/2423636785 A fantastic organisation who provide free events, training and resources on their website suitable for individuals and professionals.
Factsheets and information around how best to support those with a wide range of disabilities are available.]]> 2022-12-17 13:18:38 UTC https://padlet.com/AgeUKGateshead/AgeUKGatesheadDigital/wish/2423636785 Guides - Make devices easier to use (disability/accessibility) AgeUKGateshead https://padlet.com/AgeUKGateshead/AgeUKGatesheadDigital/wish/2423637980 A huge range of guides to make devices easier to use. You are able to search by specific disability/accessibility requirement to find specific instructions and tips.
My Computer My Way - AbilityNet]]> 2022-12-17 13:22:39 UTC https://padlet.com/AgeUKGateshead/AgeUKGatesheadDigital/wish/2423637980 Free mini courses in digital skills AgeUKGateshead https://padlet.com/AgeUKGateshead/AgeUKGatesheadDigital/wish/2423641729 Free courses around a range of digital skills including coding etc delivered through a series of challenges.
Varying levels of difficulty, may be a good tool for those looking for a new career in IT or looking to develop their current skills.]]> 2022-12-17 13:36:08 UTC https://padlet.com/AgeUKGateshead/AgeUKGatesheadDigital/wish/2423641729 Cheaper broadband and phone tariffs AgeUKGateshead https://padlet.com/AgeUKGateshead/AgeUKGatesheadDigital/wish/2423642709 Information from Ofcom around where to find cheaper tariffs, including information on social tariffs and providers offering reduced rates for those meeting eligibility criteria.]]> 2022-12-17 13:39:35 UTC https://padlet.com/AgeUKGateshead/AgeUKGatesheadDigital/wish/2423642709 Here you will find flyers, posters and information relating to Age UK Gateshead's Digital Inclusion service and events. AgeUKGateshead https://padlet.com/AgeUKGateshead/AgeUKGatesheadDigital/wish/2423665758 Please feel free to print/share any of our flyers and posters as you wish!]]> 2022-12-17 14:49:03 UTC https://padlet.com/AgeUKGateshead/AgeUKGatesheadDigital/wish/2423665758 AgeUKGateshead https://padlet.com/AgeUKGateshead/AgeUKGatesheadDigital/wish/2423667369 2022-12-17 14:53:52 UTC https://padlet.com/AgeUKGateshead/AgeUKGatesheadDigital/wish/2423667369 AgeUKGateshead https://padlet.com/AgeUKGateshead/AgeUKGatesheadDigital/wish/2423668122 2022-12-17 14:56:18 UTC https://padlet.com/AgeUKGateshead/AgeUKGatesheadDigital/wish/2423668122 AgeUKGateshead https://padlet.com/AgeUKGateshead/AgeUKGatesheadDigital/wish/2423670034 2022-12-17 15:02:10 UTC https://padlet.com/AgeUKGateshead/AgeUKGatesheadDigital/wish/2423670034 AgeUKGateshead https://padlet.com/AgeUKGateshead/AgeUKGatesheadDigital/wish/2423673348 2022-12-17 15:12:03 UTC https://padlet.com/AgeUKGateshead/AgeUKGatesheadDigital/wish/2423673348 AgeUKGateshead https://padlet.com/AgeUKGateshead/AgeUKGatesheadDigital/wish/2423673510 2022-12-17 15:12:34 UTC https://padlet.com/AgeUKGateshead/AgeUKGatesheadDigital/wish/2423673510 AgeUKGateshead https://padlet.com/AgeUKGateshead/AgeUKGatesheadDigital/wish/2423673638 2022-12-17 15:13:01 UTC https://padlet.com/AgeUKGateshead/AgeUKGatesheadDigital/wish/2423673638 AgeUKGateshead https://padlet.com/AgeUKGateshead/AgeUKGatesheadDigital/wish/2423673748 2022-12-17 15:13:23 UTC https://padlet.com/AgeUKGateshead/AgeUKGatesheadDigital/wish/2423673748 Periodic Table of Internet Elements AgeUKGateshead https://padlet.com/AgeUKGateshead/AgeUKGatesheadDigital/wish/2423678237 Love this graphic by Kat Dixon to illustrate the different branches and areas of life that can be impacted by being digitally included/excluded!]]> 2022-12-17 15:27:58 UTC https://padlet.com/AgeUKGateshead/AgeUKGatesheadDigital/wish/2423678237 AgeUKGateshead https://padlet.com/AgeUKGateshead/AgeUKGatesheadDigital/wish/2423678681 2022-12-17 15:29:11 UTC https://padlet.com/AgeUKGateshead/AgeUKGatesheadDigital/wish/2423678681 National Databank - Free data for those in need AgeUKGateshead https://padlet.com/AgeUKGateshead/AgeUKGatesheadDigital/wish/2423679740 Age UK Gateshead are partnered with the National Databank, enabling us to provide free data to those 50+ residents of Gateshead and Newcastle who are in need.

For those who do not meet Age UK Gateshead's criteria, other partner organisations can be found on the link above. ]]> 2022-12-17 15:32:15 UTC https://padlet.com/AgeUKGateshead/AgeUKGatesheadDigital/wish/2423679740 AgeUKGateshead https://padlet.com/AgeUKGateshead/AgeUKGatesheadDigital/wish/2423680615 2022-12-17 15:35:00 UTC https://padlet.com/AgeUKGateshead/AgeUKGatesheadDigital/wish/2423680615 AgeUKGateshead https://padlet.com/AgeUKGateshead/AgeUKGatesheadDigital/wish/2423688948 2022-12-17 15:58:59 UTC https://padlet.com/AgeUKGateshead/AgeUKGatesheadDigital/wish/2423688948