ALT Narrowing the Digital Divide We Planned and Hosted 11 in person digital workshops aimed at helping older adults improve their technological skills and connect with them and their peers. Topics Offered Internet Safety Social Media Staying Connected Online Searching for information effectively Quotes: All Topics were relevant I enjoyed the knowledge I gained as well as the patience of the instructor. Significant Improvements were found in participants Comfort using their devices Ability to use the internet safely and protect themselves online Knowledge on how to effectively search the internet Comfort in using social networking platforms. 1 out of 2 participants felt more socially connected. Post workshop: Rolled out 12 virtual sessions to expand the reach of the program to over 80 people. This project was funded by the Government of Canada's New Horizons Senior Program. www.womensagelab.ca

ALT Text: Severe loneliness associated with polypharmacy in older women Images: medication bottle, group of diverse crowds, woman sitting beside a question mark