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Computer
Access: Getting and Giving
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Consortium members are committed to providing low-cost access
to computer technology to those in our community. The following
organizations are involved in recycling and refurbishing efforts.
Organization
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Description
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| Goodwill
Industries of the Greater Merrimack Valley |
Goodwill
is designated by the state to accept computer workstations
and monitors, which are considered hazardous waste.
They will charge a $10 fee for drop off. Goodwill also
provides low-cost workstations for the home ($80-$200) at
their regional stores. For more information contact
Lori Macguire at lorimag@juno.com |
Pathfinders
/ Milestone
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Pathfinders
/ Milestone currently has VISTA volunteers dedicated to refurbishing
older PCs. In addition to creating useable workstations
for themselves, their clients, and other Consortium members,
they have opportunities to learn about PC support and maintenance.
For more information contact David Crist at Deesystems@mediaone.net |
UTEC
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UTEC
runs a "Take Technology Home" program where families
(1 adult and 1 youth) participate in a 10-12 week basic computer
training and support class. At the end of the class,
each family takes home a computer. For more information
contact Gregg Croteau at gwcroteau@hotmail.com
or Isaias Rodrigues at isaias317@hotmail.com
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