Initiative Description
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention funds received from the Pennsylvania Development of Health enabled our program to develop a program called "Connect with Tech." This program distributes tablets (including case, stylus and earbuds) and assists recipients by offering tech support and resources for internet connectivity. To be eligible, applicants must be a Pennsylvania resident who does not already have a tablet or computer and identifies as a member of an underserved group (as outlined in the application). These identities may make it harder to get quality health care. A tablet can help them access doctors and medical services.
Lessons Learned/Replication
Since the program began in Feb 2022, a total of 7,801 people received devices; 4,913 were during this program year. We anticipate that funding for this program will be depleted by December 31, 2023. We are in conversation with the PA Department of Health to secure additional funding.