Why Facebook, video calls and artificial intelligence matter for age-friendly communities
Contrary to common stereotypes, seniors' digital savvy is surging. New research from Rutgers University-New Brunswick suggests one reason: Digital tools are essential for the development and maintenance of age-friendly initiatives-programs and policies designed to support and include older adults.
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