Technology training
Elder residents living in Baoshan Road Subdistrict are taking lessons to learn how to use smartphones so they can video chat, take photos, make purchases and take part in a variety of social activities. The subdistrict has an aging population of nearly 30 percent. To help keep pace with times, the subdistrict worked with a local social organization to open lessons and teach them how to use a smartphone.
Over three years, it has offered 132 lessons and taught 2,650 people. A 77-year-old resident, surnamed Zhao, is among the students to take lessons this year.
“When I heard about it in January, I thought it was a good chance, but in fact I didn’t expect too much,” she said. “To my surprise, our teachers are so careful and patient. And what we learnt is very practical and useful.”
Zhao said she now posts texts and photos on her WeChat Moments, which makes her feel younger and connected to today’s digital world.
“I really have fun by using smart phone,” she added.