During 2022, AbilityNet worked with a range of organisations and community partners to support those in digital poverty to get access to technology. Our ConnectingU device scheme saw 300 Lenovo devices making it into the hands of those that needed them.
Read all about the experiences of working with beneficiaries and the free tablets they received.
Do get in touch if you're interested in working with us on a similar project: call 0300 180 0028 or email: enquiries@abilitynet.org.uk
Helping older people use digital devices with Falkirk Council
Learn how AbilityNet's volunteers helped the recipients of the Lenovo devices in Falkirk to get set up online, to enable them to be more digitally empowered.
Working with Slate Leeds to provide devices and online training
"I can fill in online forms rather than having to print out and post...it's brilliant!" says one of the digital device recipients at Slate Leeds.
How digital support skills training made an impact with Red Chair Highland clients
Inverness-based social enterprise, Red Chair Highland, explains how the ConnectingU device scheme AbilityNet and Lenovo enables clients to learn how to manage their digital life tasks.
Building tech confidence among KeyRing charity clients
"We have been really lucky in benefitting from device and data donations," says Michelle Lloyd, Practice Development Lead at KeyRing Living Support Networks. "We know first hand about the difference the devices have made."
How AbilityNet can help you or a loved one
AbilityNet's friendly technology volunteers provide free support with digital devices and technology to older people and disabled people of any age, anywhere in the UK.
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