Alex Digby

Alex is FVAF’s Digital Inclusion Projects manager, working across various projects and partnerships to reduce the Digital Divide and in increase inclusion across Gloucestershire.  FVAF stands for Forest Voluntary Action Forum. They offer support to local people and community groups to do the things that matter most to them. This includes support & development, volunteer recruitment and placement. Whilst FVAF have been a supporter of DAA since is creation, Alex joined as a member in early 2022 when becoming involved in Project Engage-  The project formed by DAA – acquired technology such as: Alexa, Echo dot and similar devices which can aid the care of people with cognitive disabilities ad illness in their own home. By having access to the technology people can test, try out and receive training and support prior to making a purchase. This project hopes to not only unlock the potential of assisted technology, but to also increase peoples access- leading to more positive impact technology can bring to people living with dementia and their support networks.