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Gifts for Seniors - Tech for Seniors Project (LitMN)

Gifts for Seniors strives to alleviate the devastating adverse health impacts of loneliness and social isolation for over 8,000 older adults. Our inclusive programs provide life-affirming contact and access to community resources for living and aging well. In our changing social structure, loneliness among older adults has become exceedingly prevalent. Losing connections to family, friends, and the community leads to greater risks for health and wellbeing decline. The U.S. Surgeon General has declared loneliness as a new public health epidemic. This societal crisis will be exacerbated by the permanent demographic shift of having more older adults than school-aged children in our communities. Ageism, poverty, and lack of digital skills are significant barriers to digital adoption for older adults. Tech for Seniors assists those struggling to remain connected to others with a 4- pronged approach – devices, affordable internet, digital literacy education, and ongoing 1-on-1 support. Since 2020, the program has provided tablets for those who wouldn’t otherwise be able to afford one. However, we know access to devices and affordable internet alone are not enough to ensure full adoption for successful online engagement. Gain professional and personal development skills while working alongside an amazing team dedicated to saving lives through digital literacy education for isolated older adults in need. You will play a key role in the program development and expansion efforts as we fortify sustainability for this critical programming

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Member Duties : Whether designing program evaluation updates, strengthening program process and performance, enhancing volunteer recruiting and training, or assisting in outreach and fundraising strategies – we need your talents! The majority of your time with us will be spent exploring digital opportunities, researching, grant writing, advising on current initiatives, and building a phenomenal team of “eldertech” volunteers to assist us in program delivery. Tech for Seniors will support our Literacy Leader with a laptop and tablet, mileage reimbursement, food and personal care items, networking, career training and professional development opportunities. *Position is part of the Literacy Leadership AmeriCorps VISTA program of Literacy Minnesota (LitMN). Literacy Minnesota fosters an organizational culture that is welcoming and inclusive to all. Applications reviewed on rolling basis until filled. Alternate start dates may be available. More info: https://literacymn.org/americorps

Program Benefits : Living Allowance , Training , One-time housing support funds , Health Coverage* , Childcare assistance if eligible , Education award upon successful completion of service , Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend , Relocation Allowance .


*For details about AmeriCorps VISTA healthcare benefits, please visit https://americorpsvista.imglobal.com/.

Terms : Permits attendance at school during off hours , Permits working at another job during off hours , Car recommended .

Service Areas : Tribal , Homelessness , Community and Economic Development , Entrepreneur/Business , Public Safety , Neighborhood Revitalization , Ex-Offender Reentry , Technology , Hunger , Housing , Veterans , Education , Elder Care , Health , Disaster Relief , Community Outreach .

Skills : Communications , Education , Recruitment , Fine Arts/Crafts , Social Services , Writing/Editing , Fund raising/Grant Writing , Conflict Resolution , Non-Profit Management , Counseling , Disaster Services , Leadership , Public Health , Computers/Technology , General Skills , Teaching/Tutoring , Veterans , Public Speaking , Business/Entrepreneur , Community Organization , Team Work .



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SUMMARY
Program Type:
AmeriCorps VISTA

Program
Gifts for Seniors - Tech for Seniors Project (LitMN)

Program Start/End Date
04/06/2026 - 04/05/2027

Work Schedule	Full Time

Education level
High school diploma/GED

Age Requirement
Minimum: 18 Maximum: None

Program Locations	MINNESOTA

Accepting Applications
From 01/20/2026 To 03/13/2026

Contact	Carolyn Deters
2300 Kennedy St NE
Minneapolis MN 55413
612-379-3205
carolyn@giftsforseniors.org
www.giftsforseniors.org

Listing ID	126230


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