ActiveBrain: Online Social Platform for Active and Healthy Ageing

The web and telecommunications brought beneficial changes to people's daily lives. However, the advancement of digital world is overwhelming, disrupted by a digital divide from the perspective of internet access. The elderly are particularly affected because they are not familiar with, do not have the skills or do not have access. Hence arises the need to understand if and how technology and social networking can enhance their lives and promote active ageing. This article discusses the challenges of developing an online platform that cover three areas: brain training, stories sharing and elderly support.