Student Helpers
Site: Online/Web Service
Service: Technology Support for Seniors
Record #: OAK0263 | Last Full Update: 21 Dec 2021 |
Contact Information | |
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Office Phone | Toll Free Hotline: 1-833-989-8255 |
hello@studenthelpers.ca | |
Website | www.studenthelpers.ca |
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Primary Contact | General Inquiries; Phone: 416-887-7822 |
Agency Information | |
Description (Agency) | A student-run non-profit initiative, helping seniors by offering remote technology support, for free. |
Legal Status | (50) Non Profit |
Established | 2021 |
Primary Executive | Matt McCoy, Founder; Phone: 416-887-7822; Email: studenthelperscanada@gmail.com |
Description and Service Details | |
Description (Service) | A free hotline for seniors to call when they have day-to-day technology questions * over 100 student volunteers ready to answer the phone and help seniors at any time * a senior calls the hotline when they have a question and they are connected with a student volunteer who can help and will call back within 24 hours Refer a Senior * if you would like to refer a senior, click here Apply to Volunteer * offer fully remote, safe volunteer opportunities for students across Canada * give back to the community and earn accredited volunteer hours * if you would like to volunteer, click here Community Partners * partners with community centres, retirement homes, companies and other non-profit initiatives * email for more information |
Hours | Not specified |
Areas Served | Canada |
Eligibility | Older adults with technology related questions |
Application | Call the Hotline |
Languages | English |
Fees | None |
Site Information | |
Located In Community | Halton Region |
Address & Map | |
Physical Access | Not Applicable - No physical address |
Categories and Classification | |
HCSD Main Heading | Employment / Training ; Older Adults ; Sports / Recreation |
HCSD Sub Heading | Computer & Related Technology Classes ; Older Adult Recreation Resources ; Recreation for Older Adults |
Service Categories | Computer Literacy Training Programs ~ Older Adults ; Outreach Programs ~ Computer Literacy Issues |