Generations on Line is the winner of the highest award for innovation in older adult learning from the American Society on Aging

1. Could you introduce the organization Generations on Line? Generations on Line is a not-for-profit (Non-governmental organization) that helps introduce the Internet to older people who are afraid of computers and never used the Internet. The program is web-based software that has large-type directions in plain language on each page. So it guides older people through each step and helps them to use the basics of the Internet immediately without lessons. Generations on Line includes a multilingual search, powered by YAHOO! In 36 languages; an intergenerational chat about memories of the past; very simplified email that enables individual accounts for each senior; and links to other sites. The links page is specialized for the Generations on Line Canadian version (see www.generationsonline.org/canada.) To help make the program as easy to manage as possible, we also provide a kit of materials. These include a plastic frame for the monitor with reminder tips; email address booklets; a booklet showing each page and Frequently asked questions; key board and tips charts; and posters for the staff to encourage participation. We provide the program to places where older people congregate, such as nursing homes, public libraries, senior centers, retirement communities and low income housing. Generations