How the Internet Can Benefit Older Americans
Federal Communications Commission
Wednesday, April 24, 2013
9:30 a.m.-12:30
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Seniors, and those who work with and/or care for seniors, are invited to attend and learn about how Broadband (high speed Internet services) can benefit older Americans. Panelists, including representatives from the FCC, communications companies and non-profit organizations will focus on the many ways the Internet can benefit seniors, with emphasis on its safe and secure use. The seminar will include interactive demonstrations of electronic devices, such as cell phones, tablets, iPads, desktops and e-readers, and user-friendly computer programs that can benefit Seniors.
Agenda
9:30 am - 9:40 am Opening Remarks by FCC Commissioner Mignon Clyburn
9:40 am - 9:55 am Top Tools for Older Adults: Four Strategies for Making the Most of Broadband
Thomas Kamber, PhD, Executive Director, Older Adults Technology Services (OATS)
9:55 am - 10:10 am Safety, Security, and Privacy Online: Tips and Tools for Older Adults
Debra Berlyn, Executive Director, The Project to Get Older Americans onLine (GOAL)
10:10 am - 10:20 am Questions and Answers
10:20 am - 10:25 am Video -- Connected Living Program to Get Seniors Online
10:25 am - 10:30 am Remarks from Representatives of American Library Association and AARP
10:30 am - 11:15 am FCC’s Technology Experience Center and hands-on learning with the Geek Squad
11:15 am - 11:45 am Break
11:45 am - 12:00 pm Demonstrations by Telikin and First Street Computer Hardware
12:00 pm - 12:15 pm Demonstration by MyGait Computer Software
12:15 pm - 12:30 pm Closing Remarks
This seminar is free and open to the public, and will be streamed live at www.fcc.gov/live.
Pre-registration is highly recommended for those wishing to attend in person. To pre-register for the event, please contact Susan Fisenne by e-mail at Susan.Fisenne@fcc.gov or by phone at 202-418-2502.