Social Sharing
But it’s a well-intentioned nosiness for the Toronto senior who, like any devoted grandmother, just wants to know what her grandchildren are up to.
Kronenberg regularly logs onto her computer and goes to Facebook to find out about their comings and goings, and in doing so, has become one of an increasing number of Canadian seniors turning to computers and social media to stay connected with the world around them.
The New Retirement: Seniors in Canada
This week, CBC News launches a series on life for people 60 years and older. Canadians are living longer than ever before, a fact that is radically changing the meaning of retirement. Many people see it as a time of reinvention, a time to try new things.
All week long, CBC News will be publishing stories on seniors who are doing remarkable things in the so-called twilight years. Continue reading “Seniors and social media: more than keeping up with the grandkids”