Building a Better Connection for Older Adults (BBCOA)

A Program that bridges the digital divide and addresses social isolation for older adults!

The Los Angeles County Aging & Disabilities Department (AD) is providing 250 iPads with Internet service to qualifying older adults (60+) and adults (18+) with disabilities on a first-come, first-serve basis.

To qualify for a pre-screening, an older adult or an adult with a disability must:

1. Be a resident of Los Angeles County in one of the following communities: East Los Angeles, Antelope Valley, East Rancho Dominguez, or Willowbrook, CA.

2. Be 60 years and older, or 18 and older with a disability.

3. Agree to participate and complete an 8-week training course.

4. Agree to sign an “Acknowledgement of Receipt and Release of Liability” with AD.

5. If you feel you meet these criteria, please fill out our Interest Form by using the following using the following QR code: Or by clicking this link (https://bit.ly/BABCOA)

 

You may also contact one of the Community and Senior Centers below: Mon – Fri from 8:00 am – 4:00 pm.

 

· Antelope Valley Senior Center 777 W Jackman St, Lancaster, CA 93534 (661) 726-4400

· Centro Maravilla Service Center 4716 East Cesar Chavez Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90022 (323) 260-2804

· East Los Angeles Service Center 133 N Sunol Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90063 (323) 260-2801

· East Rancho Dominguez Community Center and Park 15116 S. Atlantic Ave, Compton, CA 90221 (310) 603-7401

· Willowbrook Senior Center 12915 Jarvis Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90061 (310) 217-5650

 

The benefits of learning to use a tablet:

SOCIAL

Communicating has never been easier. Share stories and ideas with family, friends, and the world.

HEALTH

Access to a wealth of reference, educational and personal health information.

LIFESTYLE

Create a personalized daily routine while staying connected.

PRODUCTIVITY

We all want to get more done each day. Organize, simplify, and take your tasks on the go.

ENTERTAINMENT

Watch, Listen, Stream, Play. Have some fun and enjoy!

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