University of Idaho Digital Economy Program

The Roadshow Rolls on!
The Senior Fraud and Financial Exploitation Prevention Roadshow continues this week:
McCall (Oct 8) 1:00-3:00 PM McCall Public Library Community Hall
Coeur d’Alene (Oct 10) 1:00-3:00 PM Coeur d’Alene Public Library
Learn how to recognize and prevent scams targeting older adults and pick up tips to help protect your family and neighbors.
Free Registration https://www.eventbrite.com/o/idaho-department-of-finance-70588977023

University of Idaho Extension Digital Economy Program is participating in the Senior Fraud and Financial Exploitation Prevention Roadshow, a statewide initiative to educate communities on identifying, preventing, and reporting financial fraud targeting older adults.
This Week’s Events:
• Idaho Falls Public Library – Wednesday, Sept 24, 2025 | 1:00–3:00 PM MDT
• Twin Falls Public Library – Thursday, Sept 25 2025 | 1:00–3:00 PM MDT
Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/fraud-and-senior-financial-exploitation-prevention-3398219
These sessions feature experts from the Idaho Department of Finance, AARP Idaho, cyberIdaho, and the Office of the Attorney General. Attendees will gain practical tools to protect themselves and their loved ones, with opportunities to connect directly with professionals like Securities Bureau Chief John Yaros.
Light refreshments and door prizes available.
Upcoming Stops:
• McCall – Oct 8 2025
• Coeur d'Alene – Oct 10 2025

Our friends at LEARN Idaho have an exciting new resource available!

📱 New Resource Alert for Caregivers - "Tech Help for Caregivers" Playlist! 🧡

Whether you're helping a loved one video chat with family, set up medication reminders, or just navigate a smartphone with confidence—these easy-to-follow tutorials are here to support you.

🎥 Featured Video: iPhone Tips & Tricks for Seniors
Learn how to make text larger, use voice commands, and set up emergency contacts—all explained clearly and patiently.

🔗 Explore the playlist and share with fellow caregivers: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL9aDc8douTWBk2tzGDxwT8k4xvQh6yjz1

Celebrating our 2024–2025 Connection Corps Digital Navigators, who completed their year of service!
From one-on-one training to community workshops, they helped Idahoans:

-Grow small businesses online
-Stay safe on the internet
-Use telehealth and online health tools
-Gain digital skills for learning and training

Community partnerships help make their impact possible — especially support from Commission for Libraries. Our Digital Navigators devoted a year of service that has strengthened communities across Idaho.

We're excited to participate in these events to share digital skills building resources to help you avoid scams and be safe online. If you're near Idaho Falls, Twin Falls, McCall or Couer d'Alene, please join us!

Third Annual Senior Fraud & Financial Exploitation Prevention Roadshow Locations & Partners Announced.https://www.finance.idaho.gov/wp-content/uploads/about/press-releases/documents/2025/2025-DOF-PR-Fraud-Prevention-Roadshows.pdf

🚀 Your Business + Remote Work = Growth
Do you manage a remote team or wonder how remote work could benefit your business?

The Certified Remote Work Leader Program is a one-month online course designed to help you develop, manage, and amplify productivity through remote work.

📅 Next course: Sept. 1 – Oct. 1, 2025
📝 Register by: Aug. 25
🔗 Sign up today: https://www.digitalidaho.org/managing-remote-workers

Let us help you fill your job openings with qualified employees and take your business to the next level!

📢 Your Voice Provides the Data to Drive Change
The Western Rural Development Center is conducting a survey to better understand households and communities across the West.

📝 Take the survey (approx. 20 min): https://purdue.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6rn8Gay3dbXy2yO
📅 We encourage responses by August 31, 2025

Your input will help shape programs and research that support stronger, more resilient communities. Thank you for being part of the change!

🚨 Last Chance to Register! 🚨
August 25 is the final day to sign up for the September Certified Remote Work Professional course!

Ready to start working from home—or almost anywhere? 🌍
We know the idea of remote work can feel overwhelming if you’re not sure where to begin. That’s where we come in.

In just one month, you’ll gain the skills and confidence to launch your remote career. Here’s what you’ll learn:

✅ Communicating effectively in a remote environment
✅ Solving problems from home
✅ Boosting productivity and managing your workflow
✅ Practicing professional “netiquette”
✅ Exploring real virtual job opportunities
✅ Accessing affordable devices and internet plans

📅 Course Dates: Sept. 1 – Oct. 1, 2025
📆 Additional sessions available in October and November!

🔗 Learn more and register: https://www.digitalidaho.org/remote-work

Don’t miss this life-changing opportunity to take control of your career and your future! 💼✨

🎉 Happy National Senior Citizens Day! 🎉

Today, we celebrate the incredible contributions of older adults in our communities—and reflect on the meaningful work we've done through the Digital Economy Program to support them.

Over the past few years, our team has proudly helped seniors build confidence in using technology through:

💻 Hands-on digital skills training
🔐 Guidance on staying safe online
📱 Support in accessing affordable devices and internet plans
🤝 Tools to stay socially connected

We've seen older adults embrace technology to stay independent, safe, and engaged—and that’s something worth celebrating today and every day.

Thank you to all who participated, supported, and championed this work. 💙

Attention Idaho small businesses and startups!

The University of Idaho Entrepreneurship Law Clinic is now accepting applications for free legal services this fall semester. The deadline to apply is August 22nd. If you're looking for expert legal guidance to help your business grow, this is a fantastic opportunity.

Learn more and apply here:

Entrepreneurship Law Clinic - College of Law - University of Idaho Entrepreneurship Law Clinic assists small and start-up businesses referred to the Clinic by the Idaho Small Business Development Center.

🚀 Success Story Spotlight
📍 From “Missing” to “Mapped”!

Jessie, a passionate coffee shop owner in Cambridge ☕️heard from multiple customers they couldn’t find her shop on Google Maps. Overwhelmed, Jessie reached out to her friend and DEP Digital Navigator, Holli, for help.

💡 In just one tech support session, they walked through the verification process together—and voilà! Her shop is now officially on the map. Literally.

Now, more coffee lovers can discover her cozy corner of Cambridge. 🌍❤️

✨ Need help getting your business online? Check out our FREE, online Build & Grow Your e-Business course at https://www.digitalidaho.org/ebusinesscourse.

In partnership with American Connection Corps, the AmeriCorps program of Lead For America, and with support from the Idaho Commission for Libraries - ICfL, University of Idaho Extension Digital Economy Program placed 6 Digital Navigators throughout the state of Idaho. They play a crucial role in bridging the digital divide by providing skills training, outreach, support as they work alongside local leaders and community partners to improve digital access and opportunity in Idaho.

📍 Last week in Denver!
DEP team members Katie & Amber joined the National Digital Education Extension Team for strategic planning on Extension programming to support digital adoption for economic and personal opportunities.

A highlight: visiting Senior Planet, an AARP program helping older adults build digital skills. Thanks to our partnership with LEARN Idaho and their Senior Planet license, the DEP has trained our digital navigators the past two years in the Senior Planet curriculum. They've been able to deliver these resources to empower older Idahoans to use technology confidently and safely.

Interested in learning more about Senior Planet programs and services? Visit https://learnidaho.org/home/teched/ and https://seniorplanet.org/

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