"To ensure that senior citizens feel comfortable when dipping into the world of technology."
Led by Josh Topf (right) and Avery Yee (left), both students at Edgemont Jr./Sr. High School, Tech Angels is a volunteer organization that aims to help senior citizens navigate the complex world of technology. The Tech Angels hold sessions at local community/senior centers around Westchester County, New York, welcoming any senior resident who is looking for guidance.
Having been immersed in technology from a young age, Josh and Avery naturally developed the essential skills required to adapt and keep up with the ever-changing world of technology. Their idea to start this initiative originally stemmed from personal experience with their grandparents. Whilst teaching their grandparents simple tips and tricks on their iPhones and iPads, it occurred to them that there are most likely many other senior citizens with similar challenges and no one to help them.
We recognize that our world today is vastly different from how it was in the past. It is crucial to equip those who struggle with technology with the necessary knowledge. Our goal is to expand Tech Angels to various locations throughout Westchester County, ensuring that as many senior citizens as possible receive the help they deserve.
As our mission statement says, we want to “ensure that senior citizens feel comfortable when dipping into the world of technology.”
"What impressed me was not only the knowledge but the interest and desire of each Tech Angel to help someone they've never met, who is a few generations older than them, while still having fun!" - Patricia / Irvington, NY
"The Tech Angels taught me how to use different applications on the phone - taking and editing pictures, sending emails, and inserting emojis on text messages. I really appreciate their help!" - Al / White Plains, NY
White Plains, NY - Theodore Young Community Center (32 Manhattan Ave, White Plains, NY 10607)
Larchmont, NY (CONTACT liamdelamora@gmail.com for more info)
Please feel free to contact us if you would like Tech Angels to come to your town.