Digital Support

Through our partnership with the Digi Gloucestershire initiative, Cotswold Friends offers friendly, practical support to anyone who may be struggling to navigate the digital world.

Harriet supporting client

Our Digital Support service is delivered by a team of volunteer Digital Champions who provide patient, one-to-one guidance tailored to each individual’s needs. They can help with a wide range of everyday digital tasks, from learning how to use a smartphone, tablet or laptop to accessing online services such as GP appointments, shopping, banking or staying in touch with family and friends.

We understand that technology can sometimes feel overwhelming, which is why our approach is relaxed, supportive and focused on building confidence at your own pace. Our Digital Champions are not there to take over the task, but to guide and support you so that you feel more capable using your device independently.

By offering this service, we aim to reduce digital exclusion in our communities and help more people access the opportunities, information and connections that the digital world can provide.

DigiHub

To learn more about the wider initiative, visit the DIGI Partnership website. The partnership brings together community organisations across Gloucestershire working together to tackle digital exclusion by providing education, training and practical support to help people build digital skills and access essential online services. Through local Digital Hubs and volunteer Digital Champions, the initiative supports residents across the county to feel more confident and connected in an increasingly digital world.

Northleah - IT Café

When: Second Wednesday of the Month

Time: 10.30am - 12.30pm

Where: The Westwoods Centre, Bassett Road, Northleah, GL54 3QJ

Contact: [email protected]

Cost: Free of Charge - Booking Required

Chipping Campden - IT Café

When: Fourth Wednesday of the Month

Time: 10.30am - 12.30pm

Where: Chipping Campden Library, Campden Mews, High St, Chipping Campden, GL55 6AT

Contact: [email protected]

Cost: Free of Charge - Booking Required