Thought you may enjoy these resources from Allan Kleinman's PaLA session Grandma's Doing Web 2.0! Are You?. Allan explored the new ways in which older adults are using the web and other technology resources including wii for gaming, blogs for personal history, and much more.
Visit the following links to learn more:
Pew Internet & American Life Project:
Demographics of Internet Users, 2008
Seniors and the Internet, 2006
Generations on Line
Libraries and other organizations can simplify the Internet for older adults with this software. Users can check their email, share life stories and more with this friendly interface.
cRANKy
Past the stereotypical name, you'll find a good search engine. Quick out the top searches good for collection development ideas.
ELDR
A magazine online and print that celebrates aging.
ThirdAge
Includes online classes, regular articles with featured authors. One of many sites geared toward Boomers.
Eons
An online social networking community for Boomers.
The Ageless Project
Discover personal blogs from many generations.
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