Is there a veteran organization that specifically assists older veterans with computer-related issues?

Capt Bob Abbott — Wed, 09 May 2018 16:51:37 -0400

There are 9 million veterans over the age of 65. Is there any advocacy group that helps train these warriors on IT-related skills to help them research veteran resources on their own?

Response by SSG Robert Perrotto made May 9 at 2018 5:17 PM

SSG Robert Perrotto — Wed, 09 May 2018 17:17:28 -0400

this is a good question, and one I'm sure was not considered when government agencies decided to put everything online - I know I have some trouble regarding the myriad of web pages links and shit on the VA website and USA jobs

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made May 9 at 2018 6:11 PM

SGT Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 09 May 2018 18:11:41 -0400

I volunteer computer training and assistance with OS related issues to older vets that ask for help.

Response by Patricia Overmeyer made May 9 at 2018 7:37 PM

Patricia Overmeyer — Wed, 09 May 2018 19:37:35 -0400

I'm not aware of any specific veteran organization that helps older veterans with computer related issues. However, our local AARP chapter and some of our libraries have offered various computer classes for older persons who don't have the skills. I've sent some of my older veteran clients to sign up for the classes. I know it's pretty daunting trying to learn computer skills and then navigate the VA or the DFAS website. Even I get lost at times on those sites. You may want to check out those resources in your area.
I still can't get my husband to even figure out how to turn on the computer. Or send a text message from his flip phone. Lol!! As he says, he didn't need it for 60+ years of his life and he refuses to learn it now. So if you can find me someone to change his mind on that, please let me know.

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made May 10 at 2018 7:57 AM

SGT Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 10 May 2018 07:57:17 -0400

https://techfortroopsproject.org/computer-training/

Computer Training - Tech For Troops Project

Tech For Troops Project provides free computer training for veterans on hardware repair, operating systems, networking and web development.

Response by Sgt Private RallyPoint Member made May 10 at 2018 11:30 AM

Sgt Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 10 May 2018 11:30:37 -0400

Try your local library or the employment commission in your state/city

Response by SPC Terence Q Burns made Mar 7 at 2020 1:58 PM

SPC Terence Q Burns — Sat, 07 Mar 2020 13:58:47 -0500

The only one that used to do that is Voc Rehab in all of our VAMC's. But things have changed a bunch. Depending on which state you live in, check out some of the non-profits in your area as well veteran related!