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:

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.)

Gender

Which best describes the current place where you live (check one):

Which best describes the main type of support or care you receive at home? (check one)

What kinds of technology do you regularly use? (check all that apply)

How often do you face difficulties with technology you regularly use? (check one)

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

Would you be interested in taking a class to learn how to use technology? (check all that apply)

Which, if any, of these classes would you be interested in taking? (check all that apply)

Please select the response which best describes how you feel about how much you socialize with your friends, family, and others. (check one).

How do you currently socialize and communicate with friends, family, and others? (check all that apply)

What concerns do you have about your safety, if any? (check all that apply)

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)

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?

Which answer best describes your annual household income?

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?

Other

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.