Supporting Seniors with Technology: ERA Donates Computers to Les Amis de Maywood

By electronic recycling association October 7, 2024

The Electronic Recycling Association (ERA) is thrilled to announce its recent donation of three desktop computers to Les Amis de Maywood, a low-income seniors’ residence in Pointe-Claire, Quebec. This donation is set to make a significant impact by enhancing the daily lives of the residents.

Les Amis de Maywood, home to many seniors who rely on government and city grants, faces ongoing challenges in accessing modern technology. With 132 units in the residence, the tenant committee—comprised of eight members—struggles to effectively communicate and organize activities. Currently, only two committee members have personal computers, and the entire building shares just one public computer. One resident even uses a very outdated machine but cannot afford to replace it.

These computers will provide essential support in tenant meetings, helping the committee efficiently create and distribute bulletins across the residence’s nine floors. The ERA is proud to help bridge this technology gap, ensuring that Les Amis de Maywood’s seniors can stay connected and informed.

The ERA is a non-profit organization committed to reducing unnecessary electronic waste by recycling and repurposing used electronics. We work with local companies to repurpose used electronics and IT equipment in a safe and secure manner. Our team works with community charities to provide repurpose computers and electronics to those in need. Contribute to our mission of reducing e-waste by recycling your unwanted electronic devices with the ERA.

Donating your used electronics is as simple as giving us a call or contacting us online. Schedule a pick up date with our team or visit one of our donation depots Canada-wide. We accept used desktops, notebooks, computer peripherals, software, and more.