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Everything is now online! But what if you can't get online...? If you need advice or low cost/free technology these organisations might be able to help.

A thread prompted by @RRowanOlive @MadCovid & @Asteroid_Caller

DISCLAIMER: I haven't used & can't vouch for any of these 1/

Ability Net offer advice for ppl w disabilities including MI to adapt technology to their needs https://abilitynet.org.uk/news-blogs/partnership-mental-health 2/

The GET box offers a fast & easy way to get online (unsure if they supply individuals) https://www.janga.la/latest-news/introducing-get-box 3/

Introducing Get Box - delivering Wi-Fi during Covid-19 lockdown and beyond — Jangala

We are proud to announce we are developing a new technology, Get Box, which will provide low-cost, secure and rapidly deployable Wi-Fi to in-need households without home broadband during the Covid-19...

https://www.janga.la/latest-news/introducing-get-box

Computers for the Disabled provide refurbished computers at cost price http://www.cftd.co.uk/cftd.htm 4/

Get Online at Home is a supplier of refurbished computers for those on eligible benefits https://www.getonlineathome.org/ 5/

Leonard Cheshire offer advice & grants
https://www.leonardcheshire.org/get-support/learning/digital-support-and-grants Another good source of grant information is Turn 2 Us https://grants-search.turn2us.org.uk/ 6/end

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https://www.leonardcheshire.org/get-support/learning/digital-support-and-grants

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