Old, Alone and Stuck at Home

This Channel 4 programme by Rogan Productions and broadcast on May 20, included contributions from NALC Vice-President Trevor Hutson and wife Sally – they can be seen below

Catch up on All 4 if you missed it.

Resources For Zoom Users

NALC is contributing to webinars organised by Severn Healthcare. They will use the Zoom platform. Many laryngectomees have been using Zoom during the lock-down to communicate with family and friends. Others may be unfamiliar with its use so some assistance is given here.

If you apply to join the meeting you will receive a link in an email. To join the meeting click on the link at the appropriate time. Beforehand you may want to make sure your device is ready and learn a bit about your options during the meeting.

Zoom can be accessed using a smartphone or tablet using an app downloaded from the relevant store. Alternatively with a laptop a browser such as Chrome or Edge can be used The link below can be used to test the laptop setup and internet connection to ensure Zoom will work.

ZOOM TEST

A user guide (pdf) is here

HowtoParticipateInAZoomMeeting

The NCRI produced a powerpoint presentation about using Zoom

Intro to Zoom (consumer guidance)