Nov. 14, 2024

EP 36 An Intergenerational Conversation About Improving Digital Literacy for Older Adults

EP 36 An Intergenerational Conversation About Improving Digital Literacy for Older Adults

I love providing representation of folks thriving after 65. 

Which is why I only interview folks over 60 on the podcast – because if you see it, you can be it right?

But, as you may know from prior episodes on the podcast, I’m constantly sharing how important it is to have intergenerational relationships and conversations.

Please meet Stefano Selorio, 25, the Founder and CEO of Carevocacy, a company dedicated to empowering older adults with digital literacy skills that enhance their access to healthcare, while bridging generational and technological divides.

This conversation brings together voices from two generations—myself at 68 and Stefano at 25—to emphasize how intergenerational relationships and collaborations can make a powerful impact. In this case, it’s on health and wellbeing for older adults.

Stefano and I explored the essential role of technology in healthcare, making health resources accessible to all, regardless of age, background, or tech familiarity.

Stefano shared some specific ways digital literacy skills, including understanding AI, can directly impact health equity for older adults. 

He also shared some common challenges older adults face when learning new technology skills, and how does Carevocacy address these challenges to make learning accessible and empowering.

I really loved learning about Carevocacy's handy app called Apo AI. Anyone who needs help with their phone or other technology devices can ask Apo AI how-to questions via text messages on their phone - easy peasy!

Please visit https://carevocacy.com to learn more about their wonderful digital literary services and Apo AI!

If you found inspiration from this conversation, please rate, review and share this episode.

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Listeners, please remember – you have so much to give – don’t let those internalized ageist beliefs prevent you from pursuing new dreams and opportunities – no matter your age.

Tune in and let's crush ageism together!

Waving from Boston – cheers!

Ande ♥

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Stefano Selorio

CEO & Founder

In 2020, Stefano Selorio launched Carevocacy, a learning platform that helps lifelong learners be tech-savvy. Carevocacy offers three interventions: private tech tutoring, group classes, and their latest product, Apo, a text-based digital health literacy coach powered by AI.

Carevocacy has served over 23,000 Learners across 30 learning locations and has worked with Medicare Advantage plans like Humana, senior living communities, and value-based care clinics. He is also a caregiver to his grandma, who was diagnosed with Alzheimer's and recently became one of Forbes' 30 Under 30. At 24 years old, Stefano is an avid community builder, a pragmatic optimist, and passionate about creating solutions that meet people where they're at.