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Recognizing Scam Emails, Texts, and Phone Calls: A Safety Guide for Older Adults
Technology has made it easier than ever to stay connected with loved ones. Unfortunately, it has also made it easier for scammers to target people, especially older adults. What is an AI Voice Scam? One of the newest and most concerning tactics is AI voice cloning. Scammers can now use a copy of a person’s voice using just a few seconds of audio from social media, voicemail greetings, or online videos. They may pretend to be your child, grandchild, friend, or even someone fr

Rebecca Stoke
Mar 33 min read


What's New at My Doctor's Office: A Guide to Understanding AI Note-Taking
If you’ve been to the doctor’s office recently, you may have noticed something new. Your physician might have mentioned something about it, using phrases or words like “automatic note taking” or “ambient scribe”. This might sound a little unfamiliar at first, so let’s break it down. What Are AI Recordings? AI recordings use artificial intelligence to listen during a doctor’s office and assist with turning the conversation into medical notes that are stored in your health rec

Rebecca Stoke
Jan 312 min read


Common Myths about Artificial Intelligence
AI is everywhere, but so are the myths about it. Learn the truth about what AI can and can't do — and why it's a tool, not a replacement for human thinking.

Rebecca Stoke
Jan 122 min read


AI Breakthroughs, Scam Prevention, and What's Next: GOLD Week in Review
From our first packed ChatGPT class to staying safe online, here's what happened this week at GOLD What an incredible week we had! From...

GOLD
Oct 12, 20253 min read


Full Classes, Fresh Faces, and Big ‘Aha!’ Moments at GOLD This Week
This week at GOLD was buzzing with energy, new faces, and plenty of “aha!” moments. On Tuesday , our Photos & QR Codes class packed the...

GOLD
Sep 27, 20252 min read


From Fear to Curiosity: A Sweet Moment with AI in Class
“That stuff scares me! I have no clue what it is doing!” one participant exclaimed as the room fell quiet. Minutes later, that same fear had transformed into gasps, laughter, and even applause as the group discovered just how helpful and even fun artificial intelligence could be.
RJ Reyes
Sep 11, 20252 min read


“This Thing Never Works!” — And Other Funny Things We Say Before We Learn Something New
We’ve all been there. You tap the screen… nothing happens. You press the button… and it still doesn’t do what you want. Before you know...

GOLD
Jul 17, 20251 min read


5 Easy Ways to Stay Safe Online - Without Feeling Overwhelmed
At GOLD, we believe technology should feel like a helpful friend, not a confusing puzzle. Whether you're checking in with family, reading...

GOLD
May 28, 20252 min read


How to Help a Parent or Loved One Get Comfortable With Technology
If you're the go-to tech helper in your family, you’ve probably heard this before: “I don’t want to mess anything up.” Or maybe: “I’m too...

GOLD
May 15, 20252 min read


5 Simple Tech Skills Every Older Adult Should Know (And How We Make It Easy)
Technology shouldn’t feel intimidating — and here at GOLD (Growing Older, Living Digitally) , we’re all about making it easier,...

GOLD
Apr 30, 20252 min read


Welcome to GOLD: Growing Older, Living Digitally
We’re so excited you’re here! GOLD (Growing Older, Living Digitally) is a nonprofit organization with a simple mission: To help older...

GOLD
Apr 29, 20252 min read
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