Digital Support Volunteer
Become a Digital Support Volunteer and you could help older people to access technology so they can keep in touch with family and friends, shop online and use essential digital resources.
If you have an interest in tech you might like to volunteer and help to:
- Support or attend community 'drop-in' support sessions. To learn more about our drop-ins, click here.
- Offer 1-1 help in a local older person’s home, such as setting-up / learning how to use a new device, getting online, using social media, online safety, etc.
- Offer basic technical home support with Wi-Fi, printers, software installation, etc.
- Support to make an informed decision on purchasing a device.
What next?
Get in touch to find out more.
Email: volunteering@ageukiw.org.uk
Call: 01983 525282
Or simply fill out our online form and someone will be in touch, click here.
How you might be supporting people
This might include, but is not limited to...
- Showing how to and supporting the download of safe apps onto devices.
- Supporting in creating online accounts.
- Introduction to email.
- Online safety and security.
- Navigating devices.
- Socialising online.
Qualities of a Digital Support Volunteer
- Confident use of the internet on mobile devices.
- Understanding of app stores and regularly used applications.
- Aware of online dangers and how to remain safe online.
- Able to use search reliably for information online.