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Need affordable internet service? Feeling lost with technology? Digital Navigators are here to help! Ask about affordable internet service! Build digital skills!
For assistance, please call 959-261-0689 and leave your name, phone number, and a brief description of how we can assist you. A Digital Navigator will contact you to schedule an appointment at Miller Memorial Library, Brundage Community Branch, Whitneyville Branch, or any public location that works for you.
Thank you! We look forward to connecting with you!
Digital Navigator Connecticut State Regional Hub
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The Digital Navigator Connecticut State Regional Hub has been launched as part of a leadership implementation grant funded by the Institute of Museum and Library Services and administered by the Connecticut State Library. Seven public libraries across Connecticut have teamed up to bring Digital Navigators to the region and help bridge the digital divide.
Learn more by visiting the Digital Navigator Connecticut State Regional Hub site.
News and External Links
Equity project to station navigators at CT libraries to help residents build digital literacy | New Haven Register Oct 9th, 2024
CT State Library launches digital literacy pilot program | WSHU Oct 8th, 2024
7 public libraries in Connecticut join together to close the digital divide | Fox61 Oct 7, 2024
Digital Navigators Land At The Library | New Haven Independent Oct 7, 2024
New Haven participates in state’s Digital Equity Pilot program to bridge connectivity gap | NBC Connecticut Oct 7, 2024
Bridging digital divide through new pilot program at Connecticut libraries | WTNH News 8 Oct 7, 2024
State leaders looking to expand internet access, close ‘digital divide’ | WTNH News 8 Jan 8, 2024
‘Everyone Connected.’ Gov. Lamont rolls out 5-year plan to expand internet access | News 12 Connecticut Jan 8, 2024
CT Congress members call for more internet access funding | Connecticut Public Radio Jan 8, 2024
CT releases ‘digital equity plan’ draft, seeks feedback | CT Mirror Jan 3, 2024
OT students help senior citizens navigate the digital world, address the need for programming | Quinnipiac Today Jun 13, 2023
Today’s Jobs Require Digital Skills. CT Libraries Provide Tech Support | CT Mirror Jan 8, 2023
“Digital Navigators” Trained To Take On The World | New Haven Independent Sep 21, 2022
Meet a 100 year old Hamden man, utilizing the Digital Navigator program for free tech help | WTNH News 8 Mar 07, 2022
Digital Navigators join “Unsung Heroes of Hamden” Episode on Hamden Public Library Podcast Mar 07, 2022
ARPA Grants to CT Public Libraries: Digital Navigator Pilot | CT State Library Oct 8, 2021
Testimonials
“I have just entered the 21st Century in terms of cell phone technology…. My Digital Navigator has gotten me up to speed in a relatively short time.”
“I highly recommend the Digital Navigator Program to anyone, of any age, who wants to learn to use technology with greater confidence, skill, and success. And you have fun while learning!”
“The Digital Navigators have been a great help to us on our journey through the maze of the computer world!”
“Once I start working with the Digital Navigators Team I have the confidence to work by myself without fear of doing something wrong. The Team helps you gain assurance to be able to do technology by yourself…. The laptop help me so much with my daily living and doing business on the laptop…. Thank you!!!”
“To be able to work with a person one on one was very important to me. I am a visual learner and to see for myself how to use my phone and computer was extremely valuable and very helpful. This is a wonderful service!”
“Did not have a computer that I could use for tutoring students on-line. Your program gave me one… I was overwhelmed with gratitude. I was not comfortable w/ my basic computer skills and have progressed a lot.”
“I was thrilled to have the opportunity to participate in this program. It enables me to gain confidence and enhance my computing skills.”
“This service is invaluable to library patrons…. I learned how to use my new cell phone as well as how to do some things on my computer in an efficient manner. I consider the Digital Navigator Program an essential program.”
“I hope this program will continue with them. I know I can count on them-they gave me confidence in myself.”
“I’m so thankful for this program and the Digital Navigator’s….I have learned a lot about Resume Lab, Online Job Coach, and Interviewing to prep for that new job…. This program has allowed me to have virtual visits with friend/family with my new lap-top.”
“I never used a computer and was interested in learning the basics like how to turn it on, get to a browser, and type in a subject that interested me and be able to pull up information.”
“The opportunity to be acquainted with so many things I had no experience with, was needed and appreciated.”
“It was recommended and I needed more experience and help with getting a new phone + computer.”
Funding
The Digital Navigator program has been made possible in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act, administered by the Connecticut State Library, and by funding from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.
The Digital Navigator Connecticut State Regional Hub has been made possible in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services, National Leadership Grants – Libraries award LG-254838-OLS-23, administered by the Connecticut State Library.