Why did we develop this program for Senior Citizens?

To overcome the fear of Technology , embrace it and enjoy the benefits that comes with it

One of the most common challenges seniors face when delving into technology is the fear of the unknown. The digital world can appear daunting, filled with complex gadgets, unfamiliar terminology, and the fear making mistakes. The technology of yesterday is just a story today. New updates, apps, and features seem to emerge daily, making it challenging to keep up with the latest trends. This can be overwhelming for seniors.

Secondly, the speed at which technology moves can make one feel left behind, regardless of age. Terms like “cloud computing,” “virtual reality,” and “artificial intelligence” can sound like complex puzzle, creating a sense of disconnect between seniors and the tech-savvy younger generation. For this reason some of the older ones, get embarrassed when it comes to learning technology and some have given up, telling themselves that they will never understand it. Please do not be shy and give up! It’s never too late to explore the world of smartphones, tablets, and computers. Take your time, ask questions, and remember that there are countless resources available to help you on your journey.
We will help you privately so that you do not miss the following benefits.

Benefits

1. Online Shopping: Imagine yourself in this scenario that occurred many years ago. It is freezing cold and raining, you are not feeling well but you need to buy some food at the shop or restaurant. The only option was to physically go to a store, skim through all the available options on the menu, carry food to the counter, wait in the queue, pay in cash, and then go back to the car. Those days are gone! Online shopping has given us the other option where you can order online and get your food or grocery or your medication delivered to your home. All you need is to download an app.

2. Overcoming Isolation : Old age can lead to loneliness as people who matter to you move on with their lives, children move out of the house and some go overseas. Internet offers online communities and social circles where seniors can meet their peers and spend time.

In 2023, more than one in three older adults reported feeling isolated in the previous year and said that they have infrequent contact with people outside of their homes. This is a serious concern, as social isolation can increase the risk of premature death. The internet represents the possibility to combat this loneliness. Older adults can use social media to contact long-lost friends. They can stay in touch with family members who live far away. They can even find groups for people with common interests, thereby building community from the comfort of their own home. All you need is someone like us who will coach you on how to use internet in such a way that will benefit you. Someone who will be patient with you.

3. Stay Connected with your Loved Ones : Video calls and social media platforms allow seniors to maintain strong connections with family and friends, regardless of geographical distances. Grandparents can watch their grandchildren grow up, share stories, and celebrate milestones, fostering meaningful relationships. Letters and phone calls have given way to email, text messaging, video calls, and social media platforms that allow for real-time interaction with loved ones, no matter where they are in the world.
R and L Academy is here to show you how to see your remote family with video calls.

4. Access to Information : If physical inabilities are what restricts a senior citizen from walking to the nearest library or to go and buy newspaper for reading, no problem, then the internet is here with all you need and far better than newspaper. Internet is a treasure of knowledge, and seniors can use it to satisfy their curiosity, learn new skills, or keep up with current events. Whether it’s reading the news, exploring historical records, or watching educational videos, the digital world offers endless opportunities for intellectual engagement. We will show you how to do all of this.

5. Entertainment Options :
Remember the days of vinyl records and bulky cassette tapes? Today there are streamed music, movies in high definition at our homes.
Streaming services such as e-books, and online games bring a world of entertainment to seniors, right to their homes. They can watch their favourite TV shows, read books and even engage in friendly online games.

6. Health Monitoring
There are also apps that remind people when it is time to take their medicine. Additionally, the internet allows people to do research about their specific health in order to understand it better, and they can schedule appointments with their doctors through apps or websites. We will show you how.
7. Fitness Apps and Wearable Devices:
An important aspect of aging is the increasing need to stay healthy. Regular exercise, timely medication, and a strong grip on diet are some of the suggestions that are regularly encouraged to the older generation. Today, there is a wide range of fitness apps and wearable devices tailored to the needs of seniors. These apps offer guided exercises, from gentle stretching routines to more stretching workouts, all customized to individual fitness levels. Wearable devices, such as smartwatches and fitness trackers, monitor heart rate, activity levels, and even sleep patterns, providing seniors with valuable insights into their health and encouraging them to stay active. Staying active is a great way to reduce stress.

8. Rediscovering Hobbies : The Internet is a treasure for rediscovering oneself through hobbies and other creative indulgences. Many seniors have rediscovered or developed new hobbies through technology. Whether it’s photography, painting, or playing musical instruments using digital tools, technology encourages creative expression and personal fulfilment.

9. Photography: In the past, capturing moments required film cameras, rolls of film, and trips to the photo lab for development. Today, smartphones offer instant, high-resolution photography with the ability to share photos with friends and family worldwide in mere seconds.

10. Global positioning System: (GPS) The time to buy a GPS device or to carry a hardcopy map is over, you can use GPS from your phone to get direction. We will show you how.

These examples are just a fraction of the profound transformation that technology has brought out in our daily lives.

Our services

1. We will offer any technical support if you have a minor problem from your phone or
Computer or printer.

2. We will offer any computer related lesson or full refresher course tailored to the
needs of individual

3. We will offer lessons on how to use your phone or set up your settings
4. We will show you how to play games from your phone or computer
5. We will show you how to use different features of whatsapp such as whatapp calls,
videos, joining and participating in whatsapp groups, sending attachment and videos
via whatsapp and how to use voice notes for easy communication etc.

7. We will setup Zoom account for you for free and couch you on how to
use Zoom video calls and other features? At this stage, we will spend some time
showing you, how to communicate with your loved ones remotely while you see
them on your own screen.

 

8. We will arrange your photos in your computer in one file and show you how you
can share them via zoom with your family remotely or overseas.
9. We will show you how to do research for current news etc., in Google
Search and YouTube?
10. We will show you, how to learn new skills for older adults for free via YouTube? For
example playing guitar or learn how to do some paintings etc.

11. We will show you how to download apps from play store or store?
12. We will show you how to use apps to do online shopping. Perhaps you want buy food or grocery or on-shelf medication to be delivered to your door. Or you want a ride to your appointment and you do not want to drive. You can even pay with COD option.
12. How to take stunning photos with your own phone?
13. We will show you how to use GPS instead of using hardcopy map.
14. We will show you how to connect your computer to your TV using HDMI for bigger
view.

15. If you like, we can edit some of your family photos and videos, not more than 20 just to make a short one family slides. This will require small additional cost.

Accreditation and learning material

Some of our courses are CPD accredited as we have partnered with UK company that provides accredited certificates. However, it is difficult to follow a certain curriculum when coaching senior citizens. As you also appreaciate most of the senior citizens do not need certicates. For this reason we have plenty learning material that comes in short lessons and short programs. All our learning material is tailored to the needs of senior citizens. We do not conduct class with then but we coach and support with respect and patience.  

Safety of our clients and our facilitors

We have put sfatey messures in place. We make sure that our coaches produces valid criminal record check to you before the first paid lesson is conducted. We must also make sure that our client is not alone if the visit is a home or at office. If the person of the opposite sex is alone the appointment will be canceled. 

Bookings

Book us for free initial assessment of one hour. We can talk to you via zoom or by telephone or at your home just to understand your needs. Send us whatsapp message or email and we will revert back to you.