The following pages hold information on free digital inclusion resources for Newham. This may be useful if you wish to signpost digitally excluded patients to support.
Access to Computer Device and Wi-Fi
Our local libraries offer free access to computers, free Wi-Fi and classes to help you with digital skills. Click here for Newham libraries information
Newham libraries are below:
- Beckton
- Canning Town
- Custom House
- East Ham
- Forest Gate
- Green Street
- Manor Park
- North Woolwich
- Plaistow
- Stratford
Free Data Sim
Any Newham resident that is struggling to afford data can apply for a free 20GB sim card to use over 6 months and use this to make calls, send texts and access the internet.
Complete this webform to apply for the sim card or call this number: 020 8470 9838 https://www.skillsenterprise.co.uk/FREE-Vodafone-SIM.html
Digital Skills
Newham Community Clicks are offering digital skills classes for Newham residents over 50 years old. This includes support on how to make Drs appointments online. They are also giving away free tablet devices.
Contact Jack Day for more information: jack.day@ixionholdings.com or drop into the Community Links centre at: 105 Barking Road, London E16 4HQ
Digital Support at Home
AbilityNet’s friendly technology volunteers provide free IT (information technology) support to older people and disabled people of any age, anywhere in the UK. AbilityNet volunteers are disclosure checked and can visit your home to help with all sorts of IT challenges.
Call their helpline on 0800 048 7642 (freephone) during UK office hours. Or send an email to digitalskills@abilitynet.org.uk