Connecting Older Adults with Technology Program (COAT)

A health equity project of the Finger Lakes Geriatric Education Center at Ithaca College Gerontology Institute that addresses health and digital literacy and social isolation/loneliness in older adults in rural Upstate New York.
Become a Digital Coach - Volunteers Needed

We are looking for volunteers in Cortland and Lewis Counties to pair with an older adult who is receiving a free Lenovo Smart Tab M10 FHD Plus.  Volunteer Digital Coaches will meet with the older adult 1:1 for hour sessions (6) to set up the device and teach them basic skills, online safety, how to connect to family and friends and more.  

Volunteers are trained on the device and working with older adults.  It is 6 hours of training spread out over 5 sessions.  

Make a difference and volunteer today!

Lewis County COAT Program

We are excited to bring the COAT Program to Lewis County.  

Cortland County COAT Program

We are excited to bring the COAT Program to Cortland County.