Mystic Valley Elder Services offers free assistance at ‘Tech Café’

Having trouble using your smartphone, tablet or laptop? MVES can help!

Need assistance with your iPad, tablet, cell phone or laptop? Trying to figure out how to fill out an online application or pay an e-bill? Join the Technology Access Program of Mystic Valley Elder Services (MVES) for free open tech hours in Everett. The MVES Tech Café will be held every Thursday in December (Dec. 12, 19 and 26) from 3-5 p.m. at the Connolly Center (Council on Aging, 90 Chelsea St.). Whatever your trouble is, MVES is here to help! Whether you’re having trouble accomplishing something online, struggling with email or having an issue with your phone or other device, bring your problem and your device to the MVES Tech Café. Experienced, trained team members will be ready to assist you.

The Technology Access Program (TAP) at MVES strives to increase digital literacy and accessibility in aging adults through one-on-one tech education, guided courses, troubleshooting events, guidance on affordable internet services, and device distribution. TAP is just one of a range of home- and community-based care and resources that MVES offers to older adults, people with disabilities and their caregivers. A nonprofit established in 1975, MVES serves Everett and 10 other Greater Boston communities.

For more about TAP, or about other services and programs offered by Mystic Valley Elder Services, please visit www.mves.org or call 781-324-7705.

Volunteers needed! Interested in helping to bridge the tech divide? MVES needs more volunteers! Tech expertise is not required, just a comfort level with basic computer and internet practices. Bilingual and multilingual volunteers are welcomed. To submit a Volunteer Application or learn more, visit www.mves.org or call 781-324-7705.