By Janice 28218 on
 Think again. While our kids, grandkids, nieces, nephews, etc., are all abuzz about this thing called social media, you might be thinking, “it’s not for me, I’m too old for that,” or “I don’t need that.” Recent research on the use of social media from the University of Arizona provides a very good reason to think otherwise, and in fact, encourages embracing social media as part of your life. Why? Studies suggest that adults 65 and older who learn how and use Facebook are seeing a bump up in their cognitive function.
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By Janice 28218 on
 Learning never stops, no matter how old we get. What you choose to learn depends on where you are at in your life, what needs or interests you might have. Finding good programs to help you learn more about them becomes first and foremost for a lifelong learner. Technology, humanities, art, history, you name it … people at OASIS centers across the country know just how important this is.
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By Janice 28218 on
 These days, a computer is almost as common in people’s homes as a stapler or a coffeepot. But what do people – especially older adults – really use their computers at home for?
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By Janice 28218 on
Being able to wield the power of the Internet is a key to successful aging. Every day more essential information is online – from Medicare and prescription drug coverage benefits to banking and job applications. More of us need to work later and life and need to update our technology skills. Staying connected to family and friends is even more important as we get older, and email and social networks can help.
The 2010 annual meeting of the Gerontological Society of America was an opportunity to share what we’ve learned so far about technology training for mature adults.
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