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Pottsboro, TX
AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2025
Project Category: Expanding High-Speed Internet
Description: Many older adults in Pottsboro struggled with online tasks that are now essential for staying connected and accessing services. The library strengthened its Digital Navigator Program by offering one-on-one tech help, monthly Tech Tuesday sessions and a Cybersecurity Open House. Participants learned basic computer skills, safe social media use and how to avoid scams, while some received laptops or tablets to support ongoing learning. One participant who lost access to her hacked account said she was relieved and excited to be back in touch after staff helped her recover safely. The program is now a permanent service and will expand through mobile outreach and advanced workshops, giving older adults lasting support as they build confidence online.
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Cheyenne, WY
AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2026
Project Category: Expanding High-Speed Internet
Description: The senior center will expand digital education programs using shared devices and guided instruction. Participants will build confidence using online tools for health, safety and communication.
Los Angeles, CA
AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2025
Project Category: Expanding High-Speed Internet
Description: Recent wildfires showed that many older adults, including those aging with disabilities, could not reliably receive alerts or take part in emergency planning. World Institute on Disability responded with digital literacy and disaster preparedness workshops for older adults impacted by the fires, supported by an accessible, screen-reader-friendly toolkit for ongoing use. Older adult peer mentors helped guide participants and extend support beyond the sessions. One participant said they had never joined disaster planning because others made safety decisions for them, but the training helped them ask about alerts and communication options. Participants reported greater confidence using technology for alerts, telehealth and coordination, strengthening self-advocacy and readiness for future emergencies.
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Lapwai, ID
AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2023
Project Category: Public spaces improvements to increase high-speed internet availability
Description: Residents in Lapwai lacked accessible spaces for technology use and health resources, forcing older adults to travel long distances for care and leaving few options for social connection. The library responded by installing a covered bus stop and ADA-compliant outdoor seating with 24/7 Wi-Fi. It also upgraded indoor areas with adaptive furniture and charging stations. A telehealth pod with health monitoring tools and digital signage was added to improve access. These changes sparked new programs like adult craft nights and created inclusive spaces for learning, care and community engagement.
Project description was created using generative AI and then reviewed for accuracy.
Winchester, ID
AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2023
Project Category: Community Gardens
Description: Winchester lacked a shared outdoor space for growing food and connecting residents, leaving older adults with few options for fresh produce or social engagement. The library converted its patio into the town's first community garden with raised beds and ADA-accessible benches. Volunteers donated thousands of seeds, and programs featured cooking classes using garden harvests. The garden now serves as a hub for learning and connection, drawing older adults who were not regular library patrons. Produce is shared with residents and donated to the local food bank, ensuring lasting community benefit.
Project description was created using generative AI and then reviewed for accuracy.
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