The Social Tutor

10/04/2016

43% of adults experience social isolation which is closely correlated with loneliness and depression as well as mental and physical decline. And The number of adults aged 65 and over is expected to double in the next 25 years.

This is why we do what we do. We are working hard to help heal the disconnect by teaching others how to stay connected to family, friends and life through technology.

If you believe in our mission then please share this post and you too can help someone learn how to Stay Connected

09/02/2016

Having fun at ANY age is a definite must!!

08/25/2016

How often have you gotten frustrated by something that you either didn't understand how to do or was taking you too long to do it? Technology can be tricky at times. Sometimes even trying to send a text message can turn into a mess, right?

Well right now we are in the process of rebuilding our website but it's been a little bit frustrating at times which is why when we need help, we ask for it from people who really know what their doing.

This is what we do - we help people when it comes to using their technology. Sending emails, using iTunes, editing photos changing the preferences on their iPhones and much more. Oh and just in case you didn't know - we especially love helping grandparents who are excited to take part in the day to day interaction with their children and grandchildren!

08/23/2016

Have you taken any time for yourself today?
Life can get so hectic with all the demands we place on ourselves and others which is why it's important to give yourself some time for just you. Whether it's to read a book, call a friend or take a walk - it doesn't matter what you do or how long you do it for. It can help to improve your overall mood for the entire day so go ahead - take some time and enjoy yourself today!

08/16/2016

We believe that everyone should experience using technology in ways it can benefit their lives - no matter their age!

However, sometimes the older to you get the harder it is to catch onto something; and if you don't have family and friends to take the time to teach you - it can make learning a daunting task.

Fortunately we understand this which is why we are in the business of creating experiences. Whether it's showing your parents/grandparents how to send a text, listen to music or play a game, we are here to help make your life easier and more enjoyable. Or maybe it's you that needs to know how to get rid of those pesky click bait ads when you visit a web page? Even adjust the size of your text on your iPhone?

No matter the question or issue we've got you covered.

08/15/2016

DID YOU KNOW?

As of 2016, there are an estimated 564,000 Canadians living with dementia - plus about 25,000 new cases diagnosed every year. By 2031, that number is expected to rise to 937,000, an increase of 66 per cent!!

Even though facing dementia and alzheimer's is a scary thought - it doesn't have to be. Maintaining a health diet, exercising regularly and keeping your brain active through computer brain training can all help to prevent and reduce the symptoms of dementia.

The Social Tutor can help you with all three - just ask us how!

03/21/2016

It's never too late to become more tech savvy!

Ever more powerful hand-held devices are the rule, like it or not. Fortunately, technology itself can help us wade through the mass of technology available

03/18/2016

No matter how old or young you are... it's time to wake up and LIVE!

11/20/2015

What an amazing story! If push came to shove, would you do the same?

Nearly 80 years after she was forced to leave high school to care for her sick mother and young siblings, 97-year-old Margaret Bekema was awarded her high school diploma in an emotional ceremony last week. "I thank you from the bottom of my heart," said the tearful nonagenarian who would have graduated in 1936. "I had to quit school to take over the family. It was hard, you have no idea how hard that was. I loved high school and I had lots of friends.”

Catholic Central High School Principal Greg Deja presented Bekema with the honorary degree, praising her for a life of "sacrifice and service." He added that "it has been so encouraging and inspiring for our community because her choices represent all the core values that we teach our students.” During the ceremony at Bekema's senior community near Grand Rapids, Michigan, the grandmother of four, who worked at a local preschool for 17 years, proudly sported a mortarboard and gold honor cords reflecting the superior grades she received so many decades ago.

Congratulations to Margaret Bekema on her much overdue diploma and kudos to the school for recognizing this deserving senior!

To read more about her story on MLive, visit http://bit.ly/1GAVEYP

For many Mighty Girls, the closest relationship with seniors is with their grandparents -- to discover Mighty Girl stories that celebrate this special bond, check out our blog post "Mighty Girls and their Grandparents: Stories for Celebrating Grandparents' Day" at http://www.amightygirl.com/blog/?p=4449

For several stories about Mighty Girls who develop friendships with elderly women in their neighborhoods, we recommend "I Know a Lady" for ages 4 to 8 (http://www.amightygirl.com/i-know-a-lady), "The Girl and the Bicycle" for ages 4 to 8 (http://www.amightygirl.com/the-girl-and-the-bicycle), and "Cornelia and the Audacious Escapades of the Somerset Sisters" for ages 9 to 13 (http://www.amightygirl.com/cornelia-somerset-sisters).

And, for Mighty Girl stories about the value of education and school for younger readers, check out our blog post, "15 Stories on Mighty Girls' Adventures at School," at http://www.amightygirl.com/blog/?p=4317

11/03/2015

How inspiring is this?!

10/12/2015

HAPPY THANKSGIVING!!!

May your day be filled with good company, good food and best of all - good memories!!

07/20/2015

How sweet is this?!

What would happen if you paired the very young with the very old? It's being done at a preschool in Seattle, where child care takes place...