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Age UK Westminster supports Westminster residents aged 50+ to build confidence and knowledge using digital devices such as smartphones, tablets/iPads, and laptops. We offer both group sessions (iTea parties) and 1:1 support, with some people benefiting from a combination of both.

Our Digital Inclusion Service can help you:
- Connect online and access local services
- Do online shopping
- Learn how to use Zoom and join virtual activities
- Set up and use email addresses and WhatsApp accounts
- Connect with loved ones through video calls

Becoming digitally connected can reduce feelings of isolation and loneliness while improving physical and emotional wellbeing.

Digital Library

Don't have access to a digital device? We can loan you one for 6 weeks or longer. FREE IT sessions are available as part of this service.

Inspiring update from SocialBox.Biz! Their latest case study spotlights their ongoing collaboration with Age UKs in London—bridging the digital divide for older people across the city through reusing laptops before corporate computer recycling in London and sustainable tech solutions.
https://www.socialbox.biz/socialbox-biz-case-study-update-for-age-uks-in-london/
https://www.socialbox.biz/reuse-before-recycling/

Age UK Westminster have been extremely fortunate to be supported by Social Box since 2020. They have donated laptops and most recently new MacBook Air laptops.
 
These laptops have enabled us to increase our Digital Library loan service as well as supporting our service users at our Digital Inclusion sessions held in libraries throughout Westminster.
 
We are also able to provide a laptop to those service users who do not have a laptop or who cannot afford the expense of buying a laptop.
 
Hopefully they can help many others as they need more companies to participate. Companies in London and beyond can visit :https://www.socialbox.biz/reuse-before-recycling/
 

Digital Buddies

After an assessment, we'll match you with a trained digital buddy volunteer for 1:1 support and training throughout the loan period. We can also provide 1:1 support for learning how to use your own device. At the end of the training, we can help you choose and buy your own device if needed.

Monthly Drop-in Sessions

If you have your own device and need help getting started, join our monthly drop-in sessions. These IT Education sessions are for anyone aged 50+ to gain basic online skills and learn to use the internet safely and confidently. Bring your own mobile phone, laptop, iPad, or tablet for one-on-one tutoring with our volunteers.

Check our activities calendar

Free Computer Guides

Access an extensive collection of easy-to-use learning guides about modern technology, created by Digital Unite. 

- Computer basics
- Microsoft Office
- Email & Skype
- Internet security
- Smartphones & tablets
- Social networking & blogs
- Government services, shopping & banking