One of the great pleasures of working with older adults is that they always have a tale to tell — and Home Connect learner John Thompson did not disappoint. Originally... read more →
"This is just a marvelous program; that's all I can say. It is so helpful and just super!" says Home Connect learner Anna Chou. A native of San Francisco, Anna... read more →
Recently, one of our Central Texas learners, Mr. Huang Dongpo, sent a letter of gratitude to his bilingual digital literacy Instructor, Naimei Tang. Mr. Dongpo is one of many seniors... read more →
For those who did not grow up using technology, it can be frustrating to try to navigate devices and use online tools. For those whose primary language is not English,... read more →
Senior Connect learner Karen Riley-Maiden has spent her life helping others in the human services sector. After retiring from her career, Karen moved from upstate New York to Round Rock,... read more →
“I would say technology is the thing of the future, but the future is here today,” says Home Connect learner Leonard Cruz. “In order to operate in this world, you... read more →
Every couple of months, we have the special opportunity to celebrate senior learners who complete the iPad Training Program at the Center for Elders' Independence (CEI). These virtual graduation ceremonies... read more →
A native of China, Xiuzhen Xu immigrated to the United States in 2003. For several years, she worked as a kindergarten teacher in San Francisco. Now retired, Mrs. Xu wants... read more →
“I'm so grateful for this opportunity to reach the world through my tablet!” says Senior Connect learner Patricia Blaine. Born in Philadelphia, Patricia describes herself as a gypsy who has... read more →
A native of India, Home Connect participant Luis Mascarenhas has lived in San Francisco for the past 15 years. He currently works for a vaccination clinic and spends his extra... read more →