Connections Area Agency on Aging Announces Initiative Kick-off with Ring to Help Older Americans Age Well at Home and in the Community.
Connections Area Agency on Aging has teamed up with USAging and Ring on a new community initiative to help older adults maintain their independence and quality of life as they age. Ring is donating up to 500 Ring Video Doorbells and Stick Up Cams and a free subscription for the life for each device.
Connections AAA is honored to be one of ten agencies nationwide selected to participate in this impactful program. "We are thrilled to be a grantee for this initiative. It's a privilege to be part of a program that will greatly enhance the health and well-being of older Iowans," said Kelly Butts-Elston, CEO of Connections Area Agency on Aging.
"Ring technology meets the critical needs of older adults by providing an additional layer of security and enabling them to see who is at their door," said Sandy Markwood, CEO of USAging. "This partnership between Ring and Area Agencies on Aging will ensure that these devices reach the older adults who need them most, allowing them to age safely in their homes and communities."
“Since 2021, we’ve supported with AAAs throughout the country and have learned how eager older adults are to use technology that is accessible, convenient, and helps increase please of mind as they age independently at home,” said Karla Torres, Head of Community Engagement at Amazon Devices & Services. “We are proud to support 10 additional AAAs’ and provide Ring technology for older adults in each community. We look forward to collaborating and learning alongside the AAAs’ and ensuring that Amazon technology continue to support the needs of all users.”
Program Overview:
Eligibility requirements include:
Must be 60 or older.
Must have Wi-Fi.
Must have a smart phone that can download the Ring App.
Must have access to an email address to set up their Ring Account.
