A resident of ERoSH member Hanover Housing has been named Age UK’s joint ‘Internet Champion of the Year 2011’.
Margaret Goodwin, 64, from Henley-on-Thames will share the title with another older person, David Howe fromDevon. Both received their award from Digital Britain Minister, Ed Vaizey at a ceremony held at the BT Tower inLondon.
The pair will act as ambassadors for Age UK to help inspire the 6 million older people who have never used the internet; showing them that it’s easy to enjoy the many benefits it has to offer, such as staying in touch with family and friends. Research commissioned by Age UK and BT found that older people are more likely to be interested in using the internet and similar technology if they see their peers using and enjoying it.
Margaret impressed judges with her confidence and positivity about the benefits the internet has to offer people in later life. She uses the internet to keep in touch with her family who are spread over the four corners of the globe, and loves nothing more than snapping up a bargain on eBay.
Margaret also helps staff to administer Hanover’s social network, Hanover World. She entered the national competition after being tipped off byHanover staff.
Margaret said: “I am absolutely over the moon to be named the Internet Champion for 2011! As a child of the 60s I love the human and social elements of the internet; I have made contact with members of my family I had lost touch with, and have attended many school reunions. I relish the opportunity that has been given to me and am honoured to work with David in this role.
Go back