Volunteer Story Celebration 2025 - Digital Seniors Kāpiti

A Standing Ovation to Our Incredible Digital Seniors Kāpiti Volunteers.

Each week, without fail, a remarkable group of men and women show up with compassion, patience, and purpose. They give up six hours of their time—not for applause, not for recognition, but to serve. To sit beside a senior who’s struggling with a smartphone. To help a grandparent connect with their family online. To bring clarity to the confusing world of passwords, apps, and updates.

These are our Digital Seniors Kāpiti Volunteers—the beating heart of our mission.

You are not just helpers.
You are not just coaches.
You are our Trusted Faces in Trusted Spaces.

Week after week, you turn confusion into confidence, frustration into freedom, and fear into laughter. You restore dignity, independence, and connection for the seniors of our community. Your presence doesn't just fix devices—it lifts spirits.

It takes extraordinary kindness and commitment to do what you do. And you do it with joy, humility, and endless patience.

From the bottom of my heart: !!! thank you !!!
You are the reason Digital Seniors is more than a service—it’s a movement.
And the community is better, brighter, and more connected because of you.

What makes this team of volunteers special?

They show up, rain or shine.
They serve with aroha and patience.
They make digital feel human.
They carry the DS mantra with pride - "Trusted Faces in Trusted Spaces”
They’re community-powered problem-solvers.
They make learning fun.
They lead quietly but inspire deeply.

Thank you Abdoul, Buddy, Dave, Dean, Isabelle, Matt, Peter, Sally, Zack, Nick.

If you would like to be part of the Digital Seniors Kāpiti team, they are currently looking for more Digital Tech Coaches. Click here to learn more.