Building Digital Confidence: Why Organizations Should Prioritize Tech Training for Older Adults
Plan your expenses and deductions strategically each year
Egestas tincidunt ipsum in leo suspendisse turpis ultrices blandit augue eu amet vitae morbi egestas sed sem cras accumsan ipsum suscipit duis molestie elit libero malesuada lorem ut netus sagittis lacus pellentesque viverra velit cursus sapien sed iaculis cras at egestas duis maecenas nibh suscipit duis litum molestie elit libero malesuada lorem curabitur diam eros.
- Morbi fringilla molestie magna sed dictum. Praesent pharetra turpis augue.
- Cras mi purus, viverra vitae felis sit amet, tincidunt fringilla lorem.
- non mattis urna ex nec sem. Donec varius diam et suscipit venenati proin tincidunt
- Quisque euismod posuere lacus sit amet volutpat. Praesent vel imperdiet
Maintain accurate and organized financial records for easy reporting
Tincidunt pharetra at nec morbi senectus ut in lorem senectus nunc felis ipsum vulputate enim gravida ipsum amet lacus habitasse eget tristique nam molestie et in risus sed fermentum neque elit eu diam donec vitae ultricies nec urna cras congue et arcu nunc aliquam at.
Talk to a tax professional for expert guidance
At mattis sit fusce mattis amet sagittis egestas ipsum nunc scelerisque id pulvinar sit viverra euismod. Metus ac elementum libero arcu pellentesque magna lacus duis viverra pharetra phasellus eget orci vitae ullamcorper viverra sed accumsan elit adipiscing dignissim nullam facilisis aenean tincidunt elit. Non rhoncus ut felis vitae massa mi ornare et elit. In dapibus.
- Morbi fringilla molestie magna sed dictum. Praesent pharetra turpis augue.
- Cras mi purus, viverra vitae felis sit amet, tincidunt fringilla lorem.
- non mattis urna ex nec sem. Donec varius diam et suscipit venenati proin tincidunt
- Quisque euismod posuere lacus sit amet volutpat. Praesent vel imperdiet
Personalized Marketing: AI helps in analyzing customer data to create personalized marketing campaigns
At mattis sit fusce mattis amet sagittis egestas ipsum nunc. Scelerisque id pulvinar sit viverra euismod. Metus ac elementum libero arcu pellentesque magna lacus duis viverra. Pharetra phasellus eget orci vitae ullamcorper viverra sed accumsan. Elit adipiscing dignissim nullam facilisis aenean tincidunt elit. Non rhoncus ut felis vitae massa. Elementum elit ipsum tellus hac mi ornare et elit. In dapibus.
“Amet pretium consectetur dui aliquam. Nisi quam facilisi consequat felis sit elit dapibus ipsum nullam est libero pulvinar purus et risus facilisis”
Use accounting and tax software to make management easier
Placerat dui faucibus non accumsan interdum auctor semper consequat vitae egestas malesuada quam aliquam est ultrices enim tristique facilisis est pellentesque lectus ac arcu bibendum urna nisl pharetra bibendum felis senectus dolor commodo quam elementum sapien suscipit qat non elit sagittis aliquam a cursus praesent diam lectus tellus mi lobortis in amet ac imperdiet feugiat tristique nulla eros mauris id aenean a sagittis et pellentesque integer ultricies sit non habitant in cras posuere dolor fames.
Technology has transformed how people manage their finances, stay connected, and navigate daily life. However, for many older adults, learning new digital skills can feel overwhelming. Whether it’s understanding spreadsheet software like Excel, using online banking tools, or creating digital records for organization, many seniors lack the training and confidence to fully embrace technology.
Organizations focused on older adults—such as those supporting senior employment, aging services, and digital inclusion—can bridge the digital gap with GetSetUp’s accessible tech education, empowering older adults with essential skills.
Challenges Older Adults Face in Learning Technology
While technology offers many benefits, older adults face several barriers to becoming digitally literate and confident in using essential tools:
- Tech Anxiety & Fear of Learning New Skills – Many older adults lack confidence in learning new technology, fearing complexity and frustration.
- Limited Access to Hands-On Training – Traditional resources often assume prior experience, making it difficult for beginners to grasp key concepts.
- Struggles with Financial & Personal Organization – Many seniors miss out on Excel’s practical uses for budgeting, expense tracking, and daily organization due to a lack of guidance.
- Digital Divide & Exclusion – Without proper training, many older adults struggle to access online services, manage digital records, or use productivity tools.
Without accessible, hands-on digital literacy programs, these challenges can limit financial independence, learning opportunities, and career options for older adults.
Why Digital Literacy Programs Are Essential for Organizations
For workforce development programs, health initiatives, and community learning centers, providing digital literacy training offers long-term benefits:
- Bridges the Digital Divide – Equipping older adults with fundamental tech skills ensures they remain engaged, informed, and independent.
- Enhances Financial Literacy & Independence – Learning to use Excel for budgeting, expense tracking, and financial planning helps older adults make smarter financial decisions.
- Supports Career Transitions & Job Readiness – Teaching essential software skills improves employability for older adults looking to re-enter or remain in the workforce.
- Increases Member Engagement & Learning Retention – Hands-on, interactive training keeps older adults engaged and more confident in using everyday technology.
By integrating digital literacy training, organizations can support older adults in developing tech confidence while improving their financial and organizational skills.
How GetSetUp Helps Older Adults Build Tech Confidence
GetSetUp provides interactive, expert-led training to help older adults gain confidence in using technology for financial management, job readiness, and digital organization. Our digital literacy programs include:
- Mastering Everyday Tech Tools – Step-by-step guidance on using Excel, Google Sheets, and other digital platforms for organization and productivity.
- Financial Planning with Technology – Teaching older adults how to create and manage simple budgets and expense trackers in Excel and other digital tools.
- Workforce Skills & Career Readiness – Equipping older adults with practical digital skills to navigate job applications, spreadsheets, and online work tools.
- Hands-On Learning for Digital Confidence – Interactive, structured lessons designed for beginners to develop lifelong tech skills at their own pace.
By partnering with digital inclusion programs, workforce development leaders, and aging services, GetSetUp helps older adults break through digital barriers and build lasting tech confidence.
How to Get Started with GetSetUp
Implementing GetSetUp's programs to enhance the well-being of your members is a streamlined process:
Step 1: Select Programs Aligned with Member Needs: Identify and prioritize the programs that address your members' specific challenges and goals:
- Digital and Health Literacy: Enhance members' understanding of technology and health information.
- Fall Prevention: Provide strategies to reduce the risk of falls among older adults.
- Chronic Disease Management: Support self-management of chronic conditions.
- Independence and Self-Management: Promote skills that enable autonomous living.
- Caregiving Support: Offer resources for those caring for loved ones.
- Health Equity Programming: Ensure inclusive health education for all demographics.
- Social Connectedness: Foster community to combat social isolation.
- Mental Enrichment: Provide opportunities for cognitive stimulation and growth.
Step 2: Determine Integration Level : Choose how to incorporate GetSetUp into your existing infrastructure:
- Hosted by GetSetUp: Utilize a dedicated URL and landing page managed by GetSetUp.
- Embedded Integration: Seamlessly embed classes within your health plan's member portal for a cohesive user experience. Digital Health Platform for Active Agers
Step 3: Customize the Program for Your Organization: Tailor the offerings to reflect your organization's identity and meet member preferences:
- Class Selection: Choose specific classes and determine the frequency to align with member interests.
- Curated Series: Develop targeted class series that support your organization's priorities.
- Engagement Tools: Implement notifications and reminders to encourage participation and discovery.
- Feedback Mechanisms: Incorporate surveys to gather member insights and assess satisfaction.
- Multilingual Options: Offer classes in multiple languages to cater to diverse member populations.
- Brand Integration: Apply your organization's branding, including colors and design elements, for a consistent look and feel.
Step 4: Experience a Live Demonstration: Collaborate with GetSetUp to create a mock-up of the customized platform:
- Review and Test: Assess the tailored platform to ensure it meets your expectations and member needs.
- Provide Feedback: Share insights to refine the platform for optimal engagement.
For Medicare Advantage plans, community nutrition programs, and wellness organizations, prioritizing nutrition and hydration education is one of the most effective ways to promote healthy aging, lower medical costs, and empower older adults to make informed health choices.
Through science-backed education, interactive learning, and practical meal-planning guidance, organizations can help older adults live healthier, more independent lives.
Let’s work together to bring accessible, engaging nutrition education to your community.
Bring GetSetUp to your organization
We partner with Medicare Advantage plans, dual eligible plans, healthcare providers, Departments of Health & Human Services, Government aging services and more.
