Recent study shows Internet use by mature adults up 6 percent (age 50-64); 9 percent (age 65+) Technology has become a critical means for older adults to stay connected and find the information they need. A February 2005 National Survey of Seniors’ Attitudes on Technology found that seniors are embracing technology in growing numbers. The survey of 750 adults age 50 and older was conducted by Public Strategies Inc., a national public affairs consulting firm. The survey found that 64 percent of adults age 50-64 and 31 percent of adults 65+ are using the Internet, a significant increase over previously reported figures. A February 2004 survey by the Pew Internet and American Life Project found that 58 percent of adults age 50-64 and 22 percent of adults 65+ were online. « We are seeing significant growth in the number of people seeking help to get online, » said Marcia Kerz, president of The OASIS Institute, a St. Louis- based national non-profit education organization dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for people age 50 and older. Last year OASIS provided technology training to more than 6,400 mature adults through its education centers in 25 U.S. cities. « Isolation and loneliness are major factors
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