Connecting Seniors is a digital training program aimed at people over 60 living in urban and rural areas. Its objective is to reduce isolation, increase autonomy, and improve the quality of life of those who participate.
Since 2022, the AEB Foundation and the Spanish Banking Association have been developing this initiative together with Spanish Seniors for Technical Cooperation (SECOT). The sessions are held in person at social centers and senior residences in various municipalities throughout Spain.
One of the most valuable features of the program is that the workshops are led by senior volunteers. This formula, based on the transfer of knowledge between people of the same generation, fosters a relatable learning experience adapted to the participants’ needs.
The primary goal of the workshops is to reduce the isolation of participants, increase their autonomy, and improve their quality of life through the practical use of technology. During the sessions, attendees learn how to use their mobile devices and manage useful everyday applications, such as WhatsApp, Bizum, digital banking, online shopping, or managing appointments and online procedures.
