We had the honor of presenting our applications today to Mrs. Laurence ROSSIGNOL, Secretary of State for Family, Seniors, and Autonomy, as well as to Martin HIRSCH, Director General of AP-HP, during a visit organized at our partner, the Broca Hospital in Paris. Several workshops were organized.E-Tests Workshop
E-Art Workshop
E-Caregivers Workshop
The morning went very well; the Minister and the seniors were delighted to participate in these innovative workshops. They were pleasantly surprised to see how innovation could serve them in their daily lives and entertain them.Some even wanted to take the tablet home....
The Benefits of Digital Technologies for Seniors
Digital technologies offer many advantages to seniors, particularly in terms of autonomy and quality of life. Here are some key benefits:- Facilitation of communication: Messaging applications and social networks allow seniors to stay in touch with their family and friends.
- Access to information: The internet provides unlimited access to educational and informative resources, allowing seniors to stay informed.
- Improvement of health: Health tracking applications help seniors manage their medical condition and easily make appointments.
- Entertainment: Games and streaming platforms offer leisure options suited to seniors' tastes.
The Workshops: A Bridge between Innovation and Practice
The workshops organized during the visit demonstrated concretely how technologies can be integrated into the daily lives of seniors. Each workshop was designed to meet specific needs:- E-Tests Workshop: Assess the digital skills of participants and provide them with tools to improve their use of technologies.
- E-Art Workshop: Stimulate the creativity of seniors through digital artistic activities, fostering personal expression.
- E-Caregivers Workshop: Raise awareness among family caregivers on the use of digital tools to facilitate their role and improve communication with seniors.
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Ongoing Initiatives to Promote Digital Inclusion
Many initiatives are being implemented to promote digital inclusion for seniors. Here are some examples:- Free training: Organizations offer training sessions to help seniors familiarize themselves with new technologies.
- Partnerships with associations: Collaboration with local associations to organize events dedicated to technology.
- Creation of online resources: Development of tutorials and guides to help seniors navigate the digital world.
Testimonials from Seniors Using Technologies
Feedback from seniors using digital technologies is often very positive. Here are some testimonials:- Marie, 72 years old: "Thanks to my tablet, I can talk to my grandchildren every day. It brings me closer to them."
- Jean, 68 years old: "I started taking online courses. It's amazing to be able to learn at my own pace."
- Suzanne, 75 years old: "The games on my tablet help me stay mentally active and pass the time."
