Kindle Fire Tablets Available to Help Alleviate Social Isolation for those 60 and Older
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eniors in Service has a new program for older adults living independently in Northern Nevada.
The program called SISConnect, was created as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic to help alleviate social isolation, provide safe access to telehealth, and offer the means to order goods and services online. The program is funded by the CARES Act through the State of Nevada Aging and Disability Services Division. Nevadans, 60 years and older, may qualify to receive a Kindle Fire 8” Tablet free of cost. ”We target those experiencing social isolation that do not currently have access
to a smart device,” said Hannah Sweeney, Program Coordinator. “Common uses include socialization (social media, Zoom, Facetime), virtual medical appointments and downloading books and games.” Applications can be mailed directly to those interested or downloaded from the SIS web-site, www. seniorsinservicenevada.org. Contact: Hannah Sweeney at hannah@sisnv. org or 775-358-2768 Mary Brock at maryb@sisnv.org or 775-358-2768 Seniors in Service is a non-profit organization serving Northern Nevada.
Sandy receives a Kindle Fire Tablet at the Seniors in Service office.
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