THRIVE AGE AI INITIATIVE: GOLDEN STEPS TRAINING

Objective: Introduce seniors how to use common AI tools on their smart devices and build comfort with everyday technology. 

Topics Covered:

• Understanding AI in simple terms
• Introduction to using voice assistants on your phone and smart hubs (Alexa, Google Home)
• How to set up smart reminders and alarms
• How to use your smartphone mobile device, keeping it updated, and security tips

Objective: Demonstrate how AI can support safety and convenience at home using their smart device or smart hub.

Topics Covered:

• Using smart locks, doorbell cameras, and internal/external cameras
• Setting up fall detection devices and emergency alerts
• Managing automated smart lighting and thermostats
• Privacy and data security best practices

Objective: Teach seniors how to use AI-powered health tools to monitor their well-being on their smart device.

Topics Covered:

• Using wearable devices (smart watch) for step counting and heart rate monitoring
• Setting medication reminders with smart apps
• Telehealth basics and connecting to care providers virtually
• Online appointments and records with MyChart
• Mobility transportation services on your phone

Objective: How to build skills in using AI-powered communication (voice, music, movies, video, search) to stay connected.

Topics Covered:

• Using Your Voice: Making voice commands for calls and texts
• Music: How to download & play music on your smart devices
• Video Calls: Using video calling platforms safely and confidently
• How to Look Things Up: Ask AI Questions using Google (Gemini), Apple (Siri), ChatGPT
• Movies and More: News, Netflix, YouTube, and other apps for streaming

Objective: How to protect yourself and use Apps and Services that can help in your everyday life and activities.

Topics Covered:

• Scams/Viruses: Understand to avoid the latest in online and phone scams.
• Delivery services: GrubHub, Door Dash, Uber Eats, etc.
• Mobile Banking: Using your bank to pay people and businesses (eCheck)
• Online Payment Alternatives: Keep safe using Venmo, Cash App
• Online Pay Later: Klarna, Affirm, PayPal
• Community Financial Support: Using GoFundMe to tell your story

Objective: After attending a previous session, we provide an open forum for seniors to ask questions and resolve technology issues.

Topics Covered:

• Addressing individual tech challenges
• Recapping key skills from prior sessions
• Reinforcing confidence and lifelong learning mindset