The Road Ahead: STC & Uber Partner to Transform Senior Independence
SAN FRANCISCO, CA & MIAMI, FL — May 29, 2026 — Senior Tech Connect, a leading organization specializing in empowering older adults to confidently adopt modern technology, today announced a strategic partnership with Uber.
This nationwide collaborative initiative is designed to bridge the digital divide in modern transportation, expanding reliable ride share accessibility for older generations while gathering essential insights to improve platform inclusivity.
As transportation increasingly relies on digital platforms, many older adults face barriers to accessing modern mobility solutions. While eager to leverage the convenience and safety of on-demand transportation, many encounter steep learning curves when establishing accounts, navigating mobile interfaces, or independently requesting rides. Recognizing this critical gap, Uber and Senior Tech Connect are joining forces to provide a robust, age-inclusive support network that translates digital tools into personal independence.
Through this partnership, the two organizations will launch a comprehensive suite of educational assets, including interactive webinars, 3D tutorials, live localized events, and direct tech support integrations. This dual-purpose strategy aims to educate seniors on safe platform utilization while serving as an active feedback mechanism, allowing Uber product teams to directly observe operational friction points and refine the experience for older demographics.
Empowering Independence Through Education
"Reliable mobility is a cornerstone of healthy aging and community connection," said Cole Samaroo, CEO of Senior Tech Connect. "By combining Uber’s robust transportation infrastructure with our focus on digital adoption, we are dismantling tech-related anxieties that restrict older adults' quality of life. This partnership signals an important milestone for our mission, and we are extremely excited about the opportunity." Uber’s participation underscores its ongoing commitment to global accessibility and user-centric platform enhancement. By partnering with Senior Tech Connect, Uber seeks to understand the nuanced usability preferences of older demographics, ensuring that platform optimizations proactively address the needs of all riders, regardless of tech literacy or age.
Launch Event: "Ride with Confidence" Free Educational Webinar
To kickoff the partnership, Senior Tech Connect will host an interactive, step-by-step masterclass guiding participants through profile registration, location pinning, safety features, and ride scheduling.
Date & Time: June 5, 2026, at 1:00 PM EST
Registration: Free open enrollment:
Launch Promotion
To encourage older adults to take their first step toward mobile independence, the partnership is offering a travel discount. Riders can utilize the promotional code below to receive 50% off their next journey.*
About Senior Tech Connect
Senior Tech Connect is dedicated to making technology accessible for all. Through curated learning, individualized tech support, and community partnerships, the organization transforms everyday technology from a barrier into a gateway to independence and connection.
Contact & Support
To learn more about this partnership, view upcoming community workshops, or find resources to support yourself or an aging loved one, please contact the Senior Tech Connect advisory team directly at info@srtechconnect.com
*Disclaimer: Maximum discount of $13 per ride. Maximum of 1 ride per rider. Offer expires 30/09/2026 at 11:59 PM PST. Promo code is
available while supplies last. Discount does not apply to surcharges, government fees, tolls, or tips, and cannot be combined with other offers or
discounts. For accounts with multiple valid promo codes, the promo with the highest savings will automatically apply to a rider’s next trip. One-time application only. Offer is non-transferable. Offer and terms are subject to change.