The project aimed to turn digital exclusion into an opportunity by facilitating knowledge transfer between university students and older adults. Seniors gained essential digital skills for independence and social inclusion, while students developed teaching skills and earned micro-credentials useful for their study courses. The main objectives were: 1.To get deeper understanding of older adults and their needs and wishes 2.Develop digital skills of older adults to enjoy fuller and more independent lives 3.Foster and develop coaching and teaching skills for university students through digital knowledge transfer to older adults 4.Develop a micro credential system recognition 5.Promote a more socially included life for old All the objectives were achieved in the form of the outcomes which were set at the beginning of the project. Moreover, DIGILIFE promoted the increase of digital tool use by seniors; teaching experience for students; the development of methodologies to support caregivers in digital training and it strengthened intergenerational dialogue for a more connected society.
The project was conceived with the belief that digital skills play a crucial role for the inclusion of older adults and that human interaction is essential for transferring knowledge and creating bonds between generations. Our societies are experiencing major transformations: the green revolution, which promotes a carbon-free model; the demographic shift, marked by a rising average age; and the digital revolution, which accelerates innovation and change. Our project DIGILIFE focused on the latter two, leveraging their potential to create new opportunities. By leveraging digital innovation, it is possible to enhance the quality of life for older adults, ease the burden on healthcare systems, and stimulate economic growth. As the population continues to age rapidly, the combination of connected technology and proper support creates opportunities for innovative solutions. Funded by E+, the project relies on transnational cooperation to achieve a pan-European impact, with flexible methodologies designed for scalability and replicability at every stage.