Silver Screens: When Seniors and Smartphones Collide - with Macaulee Cassaday of CyberSeniors

In this week's episode, Ken discusses the challenges and benefits of technology for seniors with Macaulee Cassaday, co-founder of the Cyber Seniors non-profit organization. What started as a high school volunteering idea has since morphed into a worldwide service that matches mentors with individuals, typically seniors, to help them navigate the plethora of technology that we use on a daily basis. It's a free service that has benefited countless numbers of people, and it's an awesome idea.Ken and Macaulee delve into the importance of digital literacy, Apple vs Android, how to get set up with Telehealth, and common scams targeting seniors, and how to avoid them. Macaulee also highlights the mutual benefit for both seniors and youth involved in the program, fostering intergenerational communication. In addition to getting some useful and practical help, people forge connections thanks to this technology, and help combat isolation.Visit the website CyberSeniors.org for more information, access to resources, and volunteer opportunities. Donations to support the nonprofit are also welcomed.---Reach out to the show by visiting our website,⁠⁠⁠weareoldpodcast.com⁠⁠⁠and send us your thoughts and suggestions at [email protected].