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The Northern Hilltowns Councils on Aging announced the results of the Aging and Technology Survey and presented the report that summarizes the results at a press conference in Williamsburg on Monday, June 10th, 2024. You can read the entire report HERE. For media coverage of the event, check out the links below:

WWLP https://www.wwlp.com/news/report-released-discussing-digital-inequities-in-aging-adults/

MassLive https://www.masslive.com/living/2024/06/new-report-reveals-digital-divide-among-aging-population.html

Business West https://businesswest.com/blog/new-report-reveals-digital-divide-among-aging-population/

Gazette https://www.gazettenet.com/Report-gives-insight-on-hilltown-elders-computer-usage-55535895

The Northern Hilltowns Councils on Aging in Chesterfield, Worthington, Plainfield, Cummington, Goshen, Westhampton and Williamsburg, received a significant grant from the Executive Office of Elder Affairs. This funding lets us offer resources and services to people 60 and older in the seven hilltowns for a limited time. The TECH CONNECT program will lessen the digital divide by increasing digital literacy in our seven rural communities.

1. Help installing Whip City or Comcast delivered high-speed internet to households without service CLICK HERE TO REQUEST SERVICE
2. Help arranging for low cost internet service for eligible households and senior housing communities/public spaces CLICK HERE TO REQUEST SERVICE
3. Providing free or reduced cost laptops/tablets for those without working technology to connect to the internet CLICK HERE TO REQUEST

We are also creating a Digital Volunteer Team of hilltown residents to meet technology needs in our towns. Knowledge and skills of various types are needed for many purposes, not all involving technology. Please consider helping in whatever ways you are able to contribute. Sign up here or contact Gail Lucey at coatechvolcoor@gmail.com or call 413-296-5548.

Upcoming Tech Connect Classes, Workshops, and Drop-In Centers

Upcoming Events

Fiber Friends

Wednesday, November 20, 2024 at 7:00 PM Chesterfield Community Center

Men’s Group

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 8:30 AM Williamsburg Snack Shack

Healthy Bones & Balance

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 9:30 AM Cummington Community House

Healthy Bones and Balance

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 9:30 AM Williamsburg Town Hall Auditorium

Chair Yoga

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 10:00 AM Westhampton Woods Community Room

Strength and Cardio Workouts

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 10:15 AM zoom

Coffee Hour

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 10:45 AM Cummington Community House

Grab and Go Hot Meals

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 11:30 AM Chesterfield Community Center

Williamsburg Senior Center Cafe

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 11:30 AM Williamsburg Senior Center

Grab and Go Hot Meals

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 12:00 PM Worthington Town Hall

Technology Help

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 12:00 PM Goshen Library

Needlework Group

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 1:00 PM Cummington Community House

Needlework Group

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 1:00 PM Cummington Community House

Oil Painting Class

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 1:00 PM Chesterfield Community Center

Strength Training

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 4:00 PM Worthington Town Hall

Drop In Tech Support

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 5:00 PM Plainfield Library

Smooth Moves

Friday, November 22, 2024 at 9:00 AM Chesterfield Community Center

Healthy Bones and Balance

Friday, November 22, 2024 at 9:30 AM Cummington Community House

Healthy Bones and Balance

Friday, November 22, 2024 at 9:30 AM Cummington Community House

Healthy Bones and Balance

Friday, November 22, 2024 at 10:00 AM Worthington Town Hall

Strength for Life

Friday, November 22, 2024 at 10:00 AM Chesterfield Community Center

Mahjong

Friday, November 22, 2024 at 1:00 PM Chesterfield Community Center

Yoga Class

Sunday, November 24, 2024 at 9:30 AM Worthington Town Hall

Young at Heart Chorus

Sunday, November 24, 2024 at 3:00 PM Academy of Music, Northampton

Advanced Tai Chi

Monday, November 25, 2024 at 9:30 AM Chesterfield Community Center

Healthy Bones & Balance

Monday, November 25, 2024 at 9:30 AM Cummington Community House

Healthy Bones and Balance

Monday, November 25, 2024 at 10:00 AM Worthington Town Hall

Coffee Hour

Monday, November 25, 2024 at 10:45 AM Cummington Community House

Grab and Go Meals

Monday, November 25, 2024 at 11:30 AM Chesterfield Community Center

Williamsburg Senior Center Cafe

Monday, November 25, 2024 at 11:30 AM Williamsburg Senior Center

Healthy Bones and Balance

Monday, November 25, 2024 at 1:00 PM Williamsburg Town Hall Auditorium

Watercolor Class

Monday, November 25, 2024 at 1:00 PM Chesterfield Community Center

Aerobics Class

Monday, November 25, 2024 at 4:00 PM Worthington Town Hall

Knitting Group

Monday, November 25, 2024 at 6:00 PM Westhampton Library

Slow Yoga

Monday, November 25, 2024 at 6:00 PM Westhampton Library

Tai Chi

Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at 9:30 AM Williamsburg Town Hall Auditorium

Drop-In Technology Support

Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at 11:00 AM Chesterfield Community Center

Fitness With Friends

Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at 11:30 AM Westhampton Town Hall

Grab and Go Meal

Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at 11:30 AM Williamsburg Senior Center

Grab and Go Hot Meals

Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at 12:00 PM Cummington Community House

Grab and Go Hot Meals

Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at 12:30 PM Cummington Community House

Grab and Go Meal

Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at 12:30 PM Goshen Town Hall Dining Room

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October 9th 10am - 1pm

Thelma (the movie)

When a 93 year old gets scammed, she seeks revenge. Opens June 21, 2024 at Cinemark in Hadley

Scam Alert From Goshen Chief of Police

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Scam Alert!

Apple or Windows Support...If your computer freezes and you get a call from 'Apple Support' (or 'Windows Support', I suppose)

“Enchanted Tunes & A Magic Wish”

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Experience with Scams Among Older Adults

Info on Scams

TECH CONNECT

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