Volunteer Mentor Training program:
Equips volunteers and staff with the skills and knowledge needed to support older adults in harnessing the power of technology.
- September 18th and 19th – To Register call 306-493-3023 or email info@saskseniors.com
Training dates and descriptions:
- September 18 – Part 1 of Connected Canadians’ Digital Mentor Training Program
We will cover:- Welcome to Connected Canadians introduction
- Best practices on client intake and identifying clients’ learning styles
- How to approach mentorship with older adults on technology
- Steps of service during a typical mentorship session
- Steps for integrating effective exercises for older adults to foster independence
- Privacy policy
- Common tools, tips & tricks for mentorship
- Common questions and problems encountered
- Virtual support
- …and more!
*Cameras must be kept on for the duration of the training to receive Connected Canadians’ certification
- September 19 – Part 2 of Connected Canadians’ Digital Mentor Training Program
During this session, topics to be covered include:- Online security best practices
- Training on how not to guide clients into danger inadvertently
- Password protection and creation
- Social media
- How to recognize phishing scams
- Malware
- AI and the future of Scams
- … and more!
**We encourage you to take notes during the workshop portion of this session as the assessment will be based on the information provided.
*Cameras must be kept on for the duration of the training to receive Connected Canadians’ certification.
- Tuesday, September 24th – Connected Canadians Evaluator Training
- This essential training will equip you as an Evaluation Specialist, providing you with the tools, resources, and insights needed to effectively support older adults and assess the readiness of future mentors in your community.
The session will cover:- The Connected Canadians Evaluator Resources, including CC Evaluation Manual, CC Evaluation Rubric, CC Evaluation Report Examples and Template, and more.
- The Connected Canadians Evaluation Process
- Tips for Ensuring an Effective Evaluation Session
- Follow-Up & Feedback
- This essential training will equip you as an Evaluation Specialist, providing you with the tools, resources, and insights needed to effectively support older adults and assess the readiness of future mentors in your community.
