Assistance to Pensioners
In today’s rapidly changing and increasingly digital world, access to information and the ability to communicate have become essential to the safety and quality of life of older adults, especially those affected by the war.
The "Caridad-Dnipro" Charitable Foundation actively supports senior citizens by providing them with essential technology and teaching them how to use it, so that they can feel secure and avoid being left behind in the digital age.
Buying smartphones for retirees
One of the foundation's projects involves purchasing smartphones for senior citizens. Amid the war and a lack of social connections, it is important to provide older adults with a way to stay in touch with their loved ones and to receive important safety information.
Smartphones are becoming not only a means of communication but also a source of vital information that can save lives. Thanks to the foundation, older adults will receive modern smartphones that will allow them not only to stay in touch with their loved ones but also to access various safety apps.
Special attention is paid to ensuring that the devices are easy to use, taking into account age-related characteristics and limitations.
Installing the necessary software
Once the seniors receive their smartphones, staff members from the “Caridad-Dnipro” Foundation install special apps on the devices to help ensure safety and convenience:
- Air raid alerts. Apps have been installed that immediately notify users of air raid alerts and other emergencies. This allows people to stay informed and take the necessary precautions, such as seeking shelter or going to a bomb shelter.
- Plans of shelters and bomb shelters. In a wartime situation, it is important to have access to information about the nearest shelters. Special apps provide maps of shelters and bomb shelters, helping seniors find their way and respond quickly to alerts.
- Bank cards. The Foundation teaches retirees how to safely use bank cards via mobile apps, which greatly simplifies the process of paying for goods and services and eliminates the need to visit bank branches.
- Messaging Apps. Messaging apps are becoming an essential tool for staying in touch with family and friends. The Foundation teaches seniors how to use apps such as WhatsApp, Viber, and Telegram so they can receive messages, stay up to date on the news, and keep in touch.
Training in the use of software
To help seniors make the most of their smartphones and apps, the foundation is organizing training sessions. These sessions are conducted in a format that suits them, taking into account that many older adults are not accustomed to technology.
In these classes, seniors learn the basic functions of smartphones, how to use them to receive safety alerts, how to search for information, and how to stay in touch with loved ones. Special attention is given to explaining online safety issues to help prevent fraud and abuse.
Restoration of phone numbers for internally displaced persons
In addition, the "Caridad-Dnipro" Foundation helps restore lost or damaged phone numbers for people who have become internally displaced persons (IDPs).
Many retirees who evacuated to other regions lost contact with their loved ones after losing their SIM cards or phones. In such cases, the fund helps restore their phone numbers so that people can reconnect with family and friends and receive important messages.
The "Caridad-Dnipro" Charitable Foundation does important work by providing seniors with modern communication devices and teaching them how to use technology safely and effectively.
This helps older adults not only stay informed about current events and receive important information, but also stay in touch with their loved ones at any time. In the midst of war, when every day can be critical, such initiatives provide a sense of security and peace of mind for those going through difficult times.