Positive Digital Age Elderly

Question 1

Shaw and gant

Answer 1

• Although they do not discuss this ‘cohort’ specifically, a good example of their findings can be show in relation to how the internet helped older people to stay connected during the pandemic
• e.g. Facetime / Facebook Portal device - Targeted towards older people - Easy to use technology that helped them to stay connected

Question 2

The ofcom report

Answer 2

• Over 8 in 10 adults are now online
• There has been a 9% increase in those aged 65 and
  over using the internet - Therefore the ‘generational
  digital divide’ is getting smaller

Question 3

Berry

Answer 3

• suggest that there were some websites that have been specifically designed for older users
• E.g. Senior Match.com - Dating websites now help older people to connect and can lead to better companionship in old age
• This website is designed for those aged 50 and can help relieve loneliness for divorcees and widows