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onclick="history.back()"><span></span> Back</a> <h1 class="page__title">Independent Age Resources</h1> </div> </header> <section class="page__content"> <div class="container"> <p>If you’ve enjoyed our Hi Digital courses, Independent Age has much more information across everything we covered. Just click the topics below to expand.</p> <div class="collapse"> <div class="collapse-header"> <h2>Introduction </h2> </div> <div class="collapse-body"> <h3>Music, movies and more</h3> <p>You may need a TV licence to watch live programmes on streaming services or to use BBC iPlayer. If you’re 75 and over, you may be able to get a free TV licence. You or someone in your household must be getting Pension Credit. Find out more at <a href="https://www.independentage.org/get-advice/money/saving-money/paying-for-your-tv-licence" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Paying for your TV licence | Independent Age</a></p> <p>Moneywise advice guide – <a href="https://www.independentage.org/get-advice/moneywise" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Click here for audio guide</a></p> <p>Pension credit advice guide – <a href="https://www.independentage.org/information/advice-guides-factsheets-leaflets/pension-credit-guide" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Click here for audio guide</a></p> </div> </div> <div class="collapse"> <div class="collapse-header"> <h2>Using my smartphone</h2> </div> <div class="collapse-body"> <h3>My Smartphone</h3> <p>For advice on setting up smart technology, choosing an internet provider and where you can get support, visit <a href="https://www.independentage.org/get-advice/technology/smart-devices" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Smart technology for later life | Independent Age</a></p> <p>For advice on setting up smart technology, choosing an internet provider and where you can get support, visit <a href="https://www.independentage.org/get-advice/technology/smart-devices" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Smart technology for later life | Independent Age</a></p> <h3>Moving around on your smartphone</h3> <p>Tapping and swiping can be difficult for some people. You may want to adapt your smartphone or look for one that’s easier to use. See <a href="https://www.independentage.org/get-advice/technology/accessible-devices" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Adapting devices for easy use | Independent Age</a>.</p> <h3>Free and paid apps</h3> <p>For more advice about shopping safely online, visit <a href="https://www.independentage.org/get-advice/staying-safe/internet-safety" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Staying safe online in later life | Independent Age</a></p> <h3>Closing and exiting apps</h3> <p>If your device is running slowly, try closing any apps, programs and websites you’re not using. Read more at <a href="https://www.independentage.org/get-advice/technology/fix-technology-problems" target="_blank" rel="noopener">How to fix technology problems| Independent Age</a></p> <h3>A little more about privacy...</h3> <p>To find out more about protecting yourself online and where you can get support, visit <a href="https://www.independentage.org/get-advice/staying-safe/internet-safety" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Staying safe online in later life | Independent Age</a>.</p> <p>Scamwise guide – <a href="https://www.independentage.org/get-advice/scamwise" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Click here for audio guide</a></p> <h3>Beware of phishing</h3> <p>Find out more about protecting yourself online at <a href="https://www.independentage.org/get-advice/staying-safe/internet-safety" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Staying safe online in later life | Independent Age</a>.</p> <p>Scamwise guide – <a href="https://www.independentage.org/get-advice/scamwise" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Click here for audio guide</a></p> <h3>Don't fall for it!</h3> <p>Find out more about different types of scam and how to protect yourself at <a href="https://www.independentage.org/get-advice/money/scams" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Scams | Independent Age</a>.</p> <p>Scamwise guide – <a href="https://www.independentage.org/get-advice/scamwise" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Click here for audio guide</a></p> <h3>A few tips for health apps</h3> <p>Read more at <a href="https://www.independentage.org/get-advice/health-and-care/living-long-term-health-conditions/how-to-find-reliable-health" target="_blank" rel="noopener">How to find reliable health information online | Independent Age</a> and <a href="https://www.independentage.org/get-advice/technology/manage-health-online" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Managing your health online | Independent Age</a></p> <p>Living well with long-term health conditions guide – <a href="https://www.independentage.org/get-advice/living-well-long-term-health-conditions" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Click here for audio guide</a></p> <p>For more information about smart technology to help with your health and care needs, read the Independent Age factsheet <a href="https://www.independentage.org/get-advice/technology-to-help-you-at-home" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Technology to help you at home | Independent Age</a></p> </div> </div> <div class="collapse"> <div class="collapse-header"> <h2>Connecting with others</h2> </div> <div class="collapse-body"> <h3>Creating Your Password</h3> <p>Many websites provide advice on setting a strong password, including Independent Age <a href="https://www.independentage.org/get-advice/staying-safe/internet-safety" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Staying safe online in later life | Independent Age</a></p> <h3>What is spam?</h3> <p>Find out more about email scams at <a href="https://www.independentage.org/get-advice/money/scams/different-types-of-scam" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Different types of scam | Independent Age</a></p> <p>Scamwise guide – <a href="https://www.independentage.org/get-advice/scamwise" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Click here for audio guide</a></p> <h3>Summary</h3> <p>Factsheet – <a href="https://www.independentage.org/get-advice/technology-to-help-you-at-home" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Technology to help you at home | Independent Age</a></p> </div> </div> <div class="collapse"> <div class="collapse-header"> <h2>Entertainment and shopping </h2> </div> <div class="collapse-body"> <h3>What’s on TV?</h3> <p>Find out if you qualify for a discount or a free TV licence at <a href="https://www.independentage.org/get-advice/money/saving-money/paying-for-your-tv-licence" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Paying for your TV licence | Independent Age</a></p> <p>Moneywise advice guides – <a href="https://www.independentage.org/get-advice/moneywise" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Click here for audio guide</a><br /> Pension credit advice guide – <a href="https://www.independentage.org/information/advice-guides-factsheets-leaflets/pension-credit-guide" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Click here for audio guide</a></p> <h3>Search on YouTube</h3> <p>For tips on looking after your device, such as clearing your browsing data, and where you can get support, visit</p> <p><a href="https://www.independentage.org/get-advice/technology/help-support" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Getting technology support | Independent Age</a> and <a href="https://www.independentage.org/get-advice/technology/fix-technology-problems" target="_blank" rel="noopener">How to fix technology problems| Independent Age</a></p> <h3>Keeping safe when you buy online</h3> <p>Read more about <a href="https://www.independentage.org/get-advice/staying-safe/internet-safety" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Staying safe online in later life | Independent Age</a></p> <p>Scamwise guide – <a href="https://www.independentage.org/get-advice/scamwise" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Click here for audio guide</a></p> <h3>Shop online: accounts</h3> <p>Read more about <a href="https://www.independentage.org/get-advice/staying-safe/internet-safety" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Staying safe online in later life | Independent Age</a></p> <p>Scamwise guide – <a href="https://www.independentage.org/get-advice/scamwise" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Click here for audio guide</a></p> <h3>Searching for the best deal</h3> <p>For example, Independent Age has advice on how to shop around for insurance <a href="https://www.independentage.org/get-advice/money/saving-money/shopping-around-for-insurance" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Shopping around for insurance | Independent Age</a></p> <h3>What’s the best price for your electricity?</h3> <p>Read more about finding the best energy deal at <a href="https://www.independentage.org/get-advice/money/saving-money/managing-your-energy-bills" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Managing your energy bills | Independent Age</a></p> <p>Guide – <a href="https://www.independentage.org/get-advice/moneywise" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Click here for audio guide</a></p> <h3>Payment Services</h3> <p>Read more tips and find out where you can get support at <a href="https://www.independentage.org/get-advice/technology/online-shopping" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Online shopping | Independent Age</a></p> <h3>Minding your money (and yourself!) on the internet</h3> <p>You can read more information about staying safe when making payments on <a href="https://www.independentage.org/get-advice/staying-safe/internet-safety" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Independent Age’s online shopping page</a></p> <h3>Your banking online – Get started yourself</h3> <p>You can read more about scams and how to protect yourself at <a href="https://www.independentage.org/get-advice/money/scams" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Scams | Independent Age</a></p> <p>Scamwise guide – <a href="https://www.independentage.org/get-advice/scamwise" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Click here for audio guide</a></p> <h3>Summary</h3> <p>Scamwise guide – <a href="https://www.independentage.org/get-advice/scamwise" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Click here for audio guide</a></p> </div> </div> <div class="collapse"> <div class="collapse-header"> <h2>Hobbies and travel</h2> </div> <div class="collapse-body"> <h3>Accepting cookies</h3> <p><a href="https://www.independentage.org/get-advice/technology/fix-technology-problems" target="_blank" rel="noopener">How to fix technology problems| Independent Age</a> has information about clearing cookies if you want to – for example, to make your device run faster.</p> <h3>Community sites and volunteering</h3> <p>Read more about volunteering with Independent Age at <a href="https://www.independentage.org/get-involved/volunteering" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Volunteer with us | Independent Age</a></p> <h3>Using online accounts</h3> <p>You can read more information about protecting yourself online at <a href="https://www.independentage.org/get-advice/staying-safe/internet-safety" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Staying safe online in later life | Independent Age</a></p> <h3>Where do you want to go?</h3> <p>If you need help getting around or want to find out more about travel discounts, visit <a href="https://www.independentage.org/get-advice/wellbeing/getting-out-and-about/getting-around-more-easily" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Getting around more easily | Independent Age</a></p> <p>Guide – <a href="https://www.independentage.org/get-advice/moneywise" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Click here for audio guide</a></p> <h3>Summary</h3> <p>If you need help with getting out and about or want to know more about travel discounts or getting a Blue Badge, visit <a href="https://www.independentage.org/information/personal-life/getting-out-and-about" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Getting out and about | Independent Age</a></p> <p>Factsheet – <a href="https://www.independentage.org/get-advice/help-getting-around" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Help with getting around | Independent Age</a></p> </div> </div> </div> </section> </article> <script type="text/javascript"> let collapsibles = document.getElementsByClassName('collapse'); for(let collapse of collapsibles) { let collapse_header = collapse.getElementsByClassName('collapse-header')[0]; let collapse_body = collapse.getElementsByClassName('collapse-body')[0]; let h = collapse_body.offsetHeight; collapse_header.addEventListener('click', e => { if(collapse_body.style.height === '0px') { collapse_body.style.height = 'calc(' + h + 'px + 6em)'; collapse.classList.add('expanded') } else { collapse_body.style.height = '0px'; collapse.classList.remove('expanded') } }) 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