Help an Elder out!: Seeking Cantonese-Speaking Technology Volunteers

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Description: Join Community Tech Network in increasing digital inclusion by volunteering to help our Cantonese-speaking elders access essential online resources. As more aspects of life move online, we want to ensure everyone can confidently use digital tools- whether to connect with distant loved ones or access vital resources.

Only basic computer skills are needed- what matters most is your patience, friendliness, and genuine interest in supporting seniors. We offer comprehensive training and user-friendly templates to empower you in teaching essential tech skills to older adults.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Assist seniors in using their devices and accessing essential resources: Help Cantonese-speaking seniors learn how to operate their devices while guiding them to telehealth services, news, and other vital information.

• Support seniors in connecting with friends and family online: Facilitate their ability to use communication tools for social connection.

• Encourage exploration of interests and hobbies online: Help seniors discover and engage with content that aligns with their interests.

Skills and experience

• Must be able to support older adults fluently in Cantonese

• Must be able to support older adults with basic technology skills in iOS, Android, MacOS and Windows.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Time commitment: This opportunity requires a 1-2 hour commitment at one of our partner sites or virtually to ensure adequate time for teaching, asking questions, and learning from one another. Generally, most sites are open for volunteering Monday through Friday between the hours of 9:00-5 pm. Some sites are available on Saturdays as well.

We are excited to meet you! If you would like to be our newest volunteer please apply online at communitytechnetwork.org/volunteer or reach out to Josh Chan, josh@communitytechnetwork.org.

Cantonese-speaking partner sites:

• Aquatic Park Senior Center - Sequoia Living (M-F, 9:30 - 3:30 pm)

• 890 Beach Street, San Francisco, CA 94109

• Chinatown YMCA (Fridays, 1-3pm)

• 855 Sacramento Street, San Francisco, CA 94108

• Downtown Senior Center (M-F, 10:00 - 3:00 pm)

• 481 O'Farrell Street, San Francisco, CA 94102

• Richmond Senior Center (M-F, 9:00 - 5:00 pm)

• 6221 Geary Blvd # 3, San Francisco, CA 94121

• Eastern Park Apartments (Tues and Weds 1:00 - 5:00 pm)

• 711 Eddy Street, San Francisco, CA 94109

• St. Francis' Living Room (M, W, 8:30 am-10:30 am)

• 350 Golden Gate Avenue, Suite A San Francisco, CA 94102