Did you know voice assistants like Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant can help older adults create social connection? Used in intentional ways, they can foster a sense of belonging, wellbeing, and assistance.
In 2024, we had the honour of hosting Dr Valerie Jones from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln (USA) during her Fulbright fellowship, where she conducted research on how seniors use voice assistant technology (Google Home, Amazon Alexa and the likes) to support social connection. 🤖💬
This year, Valerie is visiting again, and this time she’s teaming up with our very own Jasmine Knox for a workshop: Using Voice Assistants for Social Connection! 🌟
Who is this workshop for?
This workshop is designed for people who work with older adults and technology, older adults who have a voice assistant and would like to learn more about using it, and people who work in aged care, but all are welcome. Participants will interact with voice assistants and learn to use a guide for social connection, developed from research with older adults in Melbourne.
WHERE & WHEN:
🗓️ Date: June 17, from 1.30 pm to 3 pm
📍 Location: new Knox Library (425 Burwood Hwy, Wantirna South, Victoria, AU, 3152)
This workshop is a must-attend if you’re interested in leveraging technology to foster social connection, especially among seniors. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to learn from two amazing experts!
👉 Register here: 
Jotform Using Voice Assistants for Social Connection: Workshop Registration