Technology help for disabled and older people

About

AbilityNet been helping older people and disabled people of any age with their technology for 25 years. Could they help you or someone you know?

They have a network of more than 450 friendly tech volunteers who can help you or someone you are supporting. They can come to your home, or help you on the phone. Volunteers are all DBS-checked and are happy to deal with any tech problems you may be having, large or small.

Resources include:
- News and blogs - information about digital technology and how it can help older people and disabled people of any age
- Free webinars on a range of topics relevant to disabled people
- Free factsheets that provide advice and information about how technology can help people with a range of conditions and impairments
- My Computer My Way - help make your device easier to use using their simple 'how to' guides
- Access My Computer My Way for step-by-step instructions on how to adapt your phone, computer or tablet to meet your needs, covering everything from increasing the size of your mouse pointer to getting your device to read aloud any text on the screen

Please refer to the website for further details.

About AbilityNet

AbilityNet is a charity providing free support to older and disabled people needing help using their technology. Their team can undertake home visits and run drop-in sessions locally.