Public health advocacy: the vital role of nonprofits in offering technology training to reduce health disparities among seniors communities

The digital divide remains a pressing issue, particularly among elderly communities, significantly impacting equitable access to healthcare services and resources.As technological tools and digital innovations transform healthcare delivery, marginalized populations often face barriers such as limited access to devices, digital illiteracy, and economic disparities.Nonprofit organizations play an essential role in addressing these challenges through public health advocacy and tailored technology training initiatives.This paper examines the efforts of a nonprofit health organization, Partners for a Healthy Community (PHC) in Elysburg, Pennsylvania, to educate seniors on digital healthcare tools and improve access to technology.Key takeaways and future directions are discussed.