Clara Starting Point

Digital Inclusion | Community | Stockport and further afield...

[Nicola Wallace Dean @ndeanstockport]

Amazing community based hubs like @ClearCommunity at the heart of the @NDI_Network. Never has the need to be online been so vital. Well done @GoodThingsFdn for bringing us all together and leading the way to #fixthedigitaldivide

[Starting Point SocEnt 🧡 @startpointsk6]

Well done Rita and all the digital champions at Marple Library @SMBC_Libraries #digiknow #stockport. Thanks @NDI_Network for showcasing how fab the team are.

[Starting Point SocEnt 🧡 @startpointsk6]

On the last day of #VolunteersWeek we have asked our digital champions what they would say to anyone thinking about helping at a #digiknow session. Here is what Paddy told us “there’s a place for everybody” #digitalinclusion #StartingPointVolunteers #stockport

[Starting Point SocEnt 🧡 @startpointsk6]

If you are having a blue Monday read this quote from one of our amazing learners “I used to be so scared of digital but now it's like opening a lovely present everytime I learn something new” ❤️ makes what we do so worthwhile #digiknow #digitalinclusion #stockport

[Starting Point SocEnt 🧡 @startpointsk6]

Do you have a friend who relies on their landline telephone?

The #DigitalSwitchover may affect them.

Help them find out what to expect 👉 https://t.co/7jK4Hu2dUY

Starting Point & @StockportHomes will also be offering support to prepare during #GOLW23 #stockport #digiknow

[Starting Point SocEnt 🧡 @startpointsk6]

DigiKnow Digital Champion Weekly Update - Helping Stockport Get Online 24th April 2023 💻 - https://t.co/SynNyzAdGv

[AbilityNet @AbilityNet]

The three main symptoms of Parkinson's are a tremor, slowness of movement, and rigidity, making it difficult to use digital devices.

This #WorldParkinsonsDay, we have highlighted resources on how technology can help support those living with Parkinson's: https://t.co/SbBXseDrGD

[Good Things Foundation @GoodThingsFdn]

📣 The Minimum Digital Living Standard is a new benchmark, developed to determine what households need to feel included in the digital world.

Read more here - the team's second phase findings are out!👇
https://t.co/3LHJffM9dP

[Starting Point SocEnt 🧡 @startpointsk6]

DigiKnow Digital Champion Weekly Update - Helping Stockport Get Online 13th March 2023 💻 - https://t.co/VRPNf9s5aV

[Starting Point SocEnt 🧡 @startpointsk6]

Today, @ClaraSPDigital is at @UKHouseofLords - data poverty APPG impact on healthcare. How many people are struggling to access healthcare due to data poverty? On #IWD2023 here is why we know digital is so important for health https://t.co/MBF5ywiPEd
#digiknow

[Clara Starting Point @ClaraSPDigital]

Interesting trip to the House of Lords yesterday for the APPG on data poverty and access to healthcare session. Representing @startpointsk6 and #DigiKnow, sharing what Stockport VCS orgs know about affordable data supporting health. Thanks @GoodThingsFdn national databank!

[#digitalstockport @SMBC_Digital]

Does someone you know need help with digital skills? Take a look at the resources page for the #DigiKnow network.
Find learning guides and links to further resources that will help you support people to get online for the first time or upskill.
https://t.co/KmBf5WFod1

[Clara Starting Point @ClaraSPDigital]

Thanks to fabulous Marple Library DigiKnow Digital champion volunteers Dawn and Rita for today's 10am -11am digital skills drop in. Join us same time Tuesdays in Marple library for computer help. Volunteer led, supported by @startpointsk6 and hosted by @SMBC_Libraries #DigiKnow

[Rachael Pritchard @AKARachaelP]

🎼🎸🎹The regular monthly Singalong with Harry and John is on Wednesday this week, 2-3pm 🎼🎸🎹
We will also be joined by Mandy who will be offering information and advice around pension credit, so why not pop down for a chat, Singalong and as always, great coffee and company?

[Clara Starting Point @ClaraSPDigital]

Its Safer Internet Day today. Stay up to date with our special addition newsletter. Thanks James and Scott for sharing your skills .https://t.co/J1j4tWR1uK We can help you make space for conversations about life online. #SaferInternetDay #DigiKnow @startpointsk6

[Starting Point SocEnt 🧡 @startpointsk6]

We are getting involved in #SaferInternetDay today! Let’s make this the biggest one yet! Have a look at this morning's newsletter with a #digitalchampions safety user guide @UK_SIC #digiknow #stockport https://t.co/rj05bEpi7I

[Starting Point SocEnt 🧡 @startpointsk6]

Massive thanks to @StockportMBC #digiknow for funding 25 laptops purchased from @CommunityComput. These devices will be loaned to people who wouldn’t otherwise be able to afford a device. Another #digitalinclusion barrier smashed in #stockport

[Walthew House @WalthewHouse]

Glad you enjoyed our training session @ClaraSPDigital
If your organisation is interested in training to raise awareness of the issues facing people living with a sight or hearing loss, get in touch on 0161 480 2612.

[Clara Starting Point @ClaraSPDigital]

Starting Point team including DigiKnow digital champions hope to better support people with sensory loss thanks to Walthew house. Very informative training. We tried lip reading & 'sim specs' to demostrate barriers for some learners. Lots to learn Thanks @WalthewHouse #Digiknow

[Stockport Council @StockportMBC]

Being online can save families £286 a month with online prices and deals. For help getting online and doing things online, call 07724 217888 or visit https://t.co/K0rySTqAvB
#DigiKnow #WarmandWellStockport