Older Adults & Technology

Older Adults & Technology
JSDD provides services to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and older adults in Northern New Jersey. JSDD’s Life | Home | Tech program uses technology solutions to support individuals in gaining a greater level of independence and an improved quality of life.

JSDD is conducting this survey with older adults about how they use technology in their daily lives and whether they are interested in learning more about technology. We will use this information to help determine what kinds of workshops and programs to offer in the near future.

Your participation in this survey is voluntary. You don’t have to answer every question, but we hope you will.

JSDD will not provide you with any compensation for your participation in this survey. Your participation does not mean that you will receive any technology or other assistance from JSDD.

Identifying information is optional. If you choose to provide your name, we will maintain your responses as confidential. We will not share your answers with others.
By checking this box, you consent to participate in the survey:*

I consent to participate in this survey
How old are you? (This survey is for people 65+. If you are under 65, thank you for your interest. Please forward this to someone you know who is 65+. Or you may assist someone who is 65+ to take it.)

65-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Gender

FemaleMaleOtherI prefer not to answer
Which best describes the current place where you live (check one):

I live in a house or in an apartment that is not part of community housingI live in community housingI live in residential care, such as assisted living or a nursing home
Which best describes the main type of support or care you receive at home? (check one)

I don't receive regular supportI get support and care from my spouse, partner or someone else who lives with meI have a professional caregiver, relative or other person who visits me occasionally, fewer than 3 times per weekI have a professional caregiver, relative or other person who visits me 3 or more times a weekI receive 24-hour professional care
What kinds of technology do you regularly use? (check all that apply)

Smart phone, such as an iPhone or AndroidOther kind of phoneComputerTablet, such as an iPad or KindleTelevisionKitchen devices (including a toaster, blender, air fryer etc.)Video doorbellSmart speaker, such as Amazon Echo Show (Alexa), Echo Dot, or NestOther
How often do you face difficulties with technology you regularly use? (check one)

FrequentlyOccasionallyRarelyNever
When you have difficulties using technology, how do you get help? (check all that apply)

I ask a relativeI ask a friendI ask someone who works in my buildingI ask my professional caregiverI look on the internet for instructions or a video tutorialI look for a class to takeI try to figure it out myselfOther
Would you be interested in taking a class to learn how to use technology? (check all that apply)

Yes, I would take a class in person, i.e., in my community or buildingYes, I would take a class onlineYes, I would like an instructor to teach me one-on-oneNo, I am not interested in taking a class
Which, if any, of these classes would you be interested in taking? (check all that apply)

Using a Smart Phone (iPhone, Android)Using a Tablet (iPad, Kindle)Using a computerUsing social media, such as FacebookMaking video callsSetting up and using emailHow to stay safe and prevent fraud when using the InternetHow to use a phone, tablet, or computer to watch TV or movies, listen to music, or learn about thingsOnline bankingNone of these classesOnline shoppingOther
Please select the response which best describes how you feel about how much you socialize with your friends, family, and others. (check one).

I am very dissatisfied with how much I socialize and communicate with friends, family, and othersI am somewhat dissatisfied with how much I socialize and communicate with friends, family, and othersI am neither dissatisfied nor satisfied with how much I socialize and communicate with friends, family, and othersI am mostly satisfied with how much I socialize and communicate with friends, family, and othersI am fully satisfied with how much I socialize and communicate with friends, family, and others
How do you currently socialize and communicate with friends, family, and others? (check all that apply)

See each other in personSpeak by phoneHave a video callSend text messagesSend emailsConnect on social media, such as FacebookGo to activities in my building or somewhere elseOther
What concerns do you have about your safety, if any? (check all that apply)

Falling downForgetting to turn off the stove or another appliance in the kitchenGetting lost when I’m not at homeLosing my keysOpening the door to someone I don’t knowForgetting my medicineTaking the wrong amount of medicineForgetting a doctor’s appointmentNo concernsOther
Do you have any of the following difficulties that make it hard for you to do things you like to do? (check all that apply)

Difficulty seeingDifficulty hearingDifficulty remembering thingsDifficulties using my hands, including arthritisDifficulty walkingNone. I don’t have any of these difficultiesOther
Are there any activities that you can no longer do, but would like to be able to do again? If so, please explain.
Do you have any thoughts or comments about using technology? If so, please add them here.
How did you hear about this survey?

JESPY HouseJCCJCHCJFSJSDDI prefer not to sayOther
Which answer best describes your annual household income?

under $30,000$30,001-$60,000$60,001-$90,000$90,001-$120,000$120,001+
Please leave your name and contact information if you would like to receive further information from JSDD. This is optional. If you choose to provide your name, we will keep your name, contact information and survey responses confidential. We will not share this information with others.

First NameLast Name
Telephone number or email (email is preferred):
Who filled out this survey?

SelfCaregiverLoved OneOther
If you are a caregiver or loved one who filled out this survey for someone else and you are interested in finding out more, please leave your name, contact information and any questions or relevant details here.
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