Tech Tutor - Shirley Meadows (Recurring)

Program Summary: 2Life is in need of volunteers to help build residents’ confidence in navigating technology. Tech volunteers will provide one-on-one tech support in person in Computer Centers and in residents’ apartments when required. The tech mastery of 2Life’s residents varies; some residents are just learning how to send emails, while others are learning how to edit photos. Location: Shirley Meadows: 27 Hospital Rd, Devens, MA 01464 Key responsibilities: Meet with residents one-on-one either in the community room or in resident apartments. Train residents on using PC computers, printers, and scanners, as well as Chromebooks and tablets borrowed by residents from 2Life. Train residents on using their own personal devices, which include laptops, tablets and smartphones. Establish residents’ tech mastery goals, train residents on technical skills, write out lists of steps for residents, occasionally troubleshoot residents’ devices at a very basic level, etc. Impact Goal: Empower residents to confidently access technology and connect with their loved ones and community supports. Qualifications: Volunteer must be 16 years and older for this position Basic knowledge of computers, tablets and smartphones Experience sending emails, using a smartphone, listening to audio books, uploading photos, etc. Ability to explain tech terminology using simple language and in multiple ways Flexibility, patience and a good sense of humor Time Commitment/Schedule: Work with residents for 2-4 hours/week. We are looking for temporary support for 10 weeks. After 10 weeks, the schedule or role may change. Number of Volunteers Needed: 1-2 Benefits: Obtain experience working with older adults, accomplish something rewarding, empower residents to use new technology, cultivate new intergenerational friendships, and practice your instruction skills. Volunteer Supervisor: 2Life’s Resident Technology & Training Manager

Created: 2026-03-04