Keeping older people connected with family, friends, community and essential support services, all from their existing TV.

Discover a whole new community at the click of your finger...

About Sparko TV

Sparko TV uses innovative technology to enable older people to connect with the community through their television, and with a simple, easy-to-use remote control. A set top box plugs into their existing TV, creating an interactive channel which incorporates live exercise classes and social events, lifelong learning opportunities, access to video calls and a messaging service, and much more. Members can also connect with Age UK Medway via their Sparko box, to request a wide range of local services including day care, befriending, and meal deliveries.

Sparko is all about creating communities, and supporting the wellbeing of older people, which it achieves in three ways;

Bespoke, exciting content for browsing

The platform provides its users with a wide range of bespoke videos, from lifelong learning and exercise, to entertainment and local history. They can also learn new skills, sing-along to memorable wartime songs, or take their pick from a library of old films. Here at Age UK Medway we have our own 'cubes' on the system, which allow users to request any of our services, such as meal delivery, home care and day care. We are also working closely with other local organisations to create content for our 'Age UK Medway' Video section.

Connecting with the local community and with Sparko's wider community

Sparko offers a way for members to join live sessions, much like a group video call, but on the TV, where they can enjoy a wide range of activites including coffee mornings, dance classes, creative writing, art classes, exercise sessions, quizzes, live bingo, and so much more. Activities will mostly be run by Age UK Medway in partnership with local organisations for our Sparko box, with the aim of providing a place to meet familiar faces and make new friends in your community. This is a great opportunity for people who are feeling isolated or lonely in the current climate.

Connecting with family and friends

Family and friends do not need the Sparko TV kit to connect; they will be able to do this through their smartphone, using the free Sparko Connect App. That means they can call and speak with their family face-to-face wherever they are in the world, free of charge, and to the comfort of their loved one's home! By simply providing a person's email address when they register, that nominated individual will become the main contact. That main contact can then add additional family members and friends through the app. We do not share any data with third parties, the email address will be used for the sole purpose of connecting the Sparko Community Member to others. Of course, members who don't have family or close friends to connect with, could still be linked with friends who also have Sparko, meaning they can still benefit from the full range of exciting features available.

Want to know more?

Whether you are thinking about the possibility of a Sparko box for yourself, or have an older family member or friend in mind, we would be happy to answer any of your questions and begin the process of installing your very own Sparko box in your home!

For more information please call  01634 578085

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