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Grooming tech savvy seniors

Multicultural seniors can get tech savvy through a free program at Greater Dandenong libraries.
The State Government is partnering with Telstra to deliver technology training in several languages including Arabic, Croatian and Vietnamese.
On Monday 11 July, Housing, Disability and Ageing Minister Martin Foley announced that Greater Dandenong libraries would take part in the expanded Victorian Tech Savvy Seniors program.
“Whether it is accessing services, paying bills, keeping up with the latest news, Tech Savvy Seniors is about getting the best advice to get connected,” he said.
The partnership is delivering face-to-face technology training sessions to more than 6000 seniors in more than 40 library services across Victoria.
Session topics include an introduction to using tablets, using the internet and social media, and how to stay safe online.
“The Tech Savvy Seniors program is about increasing digital inclusion, reducing isolation and opening up access to online services,” Telstra’s Andy Hitchen said.
Visit www.seniorsonline.vic.gov.au or www.greaterdandenong.com for more information.

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