Myth: Older adults don't know how to use technology.
Reality, according to the latest research from Pew: 96% of ages 50-64 are online and 75% of ages 65+ are online.
Myth: Older adults don't shop online.
Reality: Online shopping among ages 65+ increased 60% since 2019.
Myth: Online programs just aren't the same as in person.
Reality: Some aspects aren't the same, but those ages 65+ have been enjoying added benefits of the virtual world. Besides convenience and comfort from home, here are responses from our program participants when asked about their online learning experience.
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