Geeks and Gramps participants during a live technology learning session.
Youth and older adults build technology skills together through live, intergenerational learning.
VR-related activity connected to DRMI programming.
VR and hands-on technology experiences help make the program memorable and practical.
Geeks and Gramps program update flyer.
Geeks & Gramps combines structured workshops with hands-on technology learning.

Program overview

What participants can expect

Geeks & Gramps is a free, secular intergenerational program that prepares young people to help older adults use technology with greater confidence, safety, and independence. Youth build skills in digital literacy, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, Microsoft Office, virtual reality, wellness, and financial literacy before sharing what they learn in guided community sessions.

The exchange goes both ways. Older adults share experience, perspective, and practical knowledge through Senior Moments, while youth practice leadership, communication, and service. DRMI has offered Geeks & Gramps through the Community Human Service Partnership from 2024 through 2026 and with support from public, nonprofit, education, and business partners.

What participants build

Skills and outcomes

  • Youth leadership roles include Navigators, Demonstrators, and Facilitators.
  • Older adults receive patient, hands-on help with devices, internet safety, and everyday digital tasks.
  • Program experiences have included Microsoft Office certification, virtual reality, mental-health education, and financial literacy.
  • Senior Moments give older adults a platform to mentor youth and share knowledge, skills, and life experience.

Inside the program

Materials and moments from the work

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