OUR WORK

THE HIVE: WHERE COMMUNITY
MEETS TECHNOLOGY

Hives are safe and welcoming spaces where wonder is sparked, where people can explore tech, access training, and gain comfort and confidence being online.

IDIA works with communities to co-create welcoming spaces and resources that fit seamlessly into existing ecosystems. From community centers, to affordable housing complexes, to senior centers, food banks and shelters for the unhoused, we meet people where they are, and Hives are a turnkey solution for achieving meaningful impact.

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Accessible

• Get free access to digital devices like tablets, laptops and desktops.

• Explore emerging technologies, such as virtual reality and 3D printing.

Friendly

• Free, friendly Digital Navigators are available to assist community members with technology 1-on-1.

Supportive

• Get support to help you navigate your own devices, like smartphones, tablets, and laptops.

Education

• Learning opportunities for digital world essentials and internet safety.

creative

• Creative digital skill-building experiences, like how to create a podcast or build an app.

our Hive locations

Please note all locations are closed for federal holidays

The Hive at Aeroterra

Inside Aeroterra Community Center in Edison-Eastlake

725 E McKinley Street, Phoenix, Arizona 85006

HOURS OF OPERATION

Mondays & Tuesdays 12pm-4pm

Wednesdays 2pm-6pm

Second Saturday of each month 12pm-4pm

The Hive at CTEC

Inside Emmett McLoughlin Community Training and Education Center

1150 S. 7th Avenue, Phoenix, Arizona 85007

HOURS OF OPERATION

Tuesdays 9am-1pm

Thursdays 2pm-6pm

First & Third Saturday of each month 12pm-4pm

The Hive at Guadalupe South Mountain

Inside South Mountain Community College’s Guadalupe Center

9233 S Avenida del Yaqui, Guadalupe, Arizona 85283

SUMMER HOURS OF OPERATION

Mondays & Wednesdays 12pm-4pm

COMING SOON (AUGUST 2024)

The Hive at EnVision Center

1310 E Apache Blvd, Tempe, Arizona 85281

HOURS OF OPERATION

Monday, Wednesday & Friday 10:00am – 2:00pm

Digital
navigators

Our Digital Navigators are here to make technology more approachable and understandable for all community members. They serve as mentors, guides, and facilitators in the journey towards achieving digital confidence. Our goal is to ensure experiences for digital empowerment are accessible to all.

Personalized Support

Digital Navigators provide one-on-one assistance, tailoring their approach to meet the unique needs.

Youth and Adult Education

Our team includes experts for all ages and education levels, ensuring that our support is age-appropriate, engaging, and effective.

We develop a range of resources that cover essential topics including online safety, basic tech skills, and advanced digital competencies – all designed to lay a strong foundation of knowledge and confidence.

Classes and Workshops

Choose from a variety of experiences that cater to different interests and learning styles, from hands-on sessions to open discussions.

Collaborative Learning

Group discussions and sessions provide opportunities for residents to learn from each other, share experiences, and master new skills.

Community Voice

Digital Navigators gather feedback from community members to continually improve the program, ensuring it remains relevant and effective.

Telehealth ACCESS

Advancing healthcare access for all to improve individual and societal wellbeing

Telehealth makes healthcare and medical services more accessible, convenient, and cost-effective. By allowing patients to consult with healthcare providers remotely, telehealth eliminates geographical barriers and reduces the need for travel, making it particularly valuable for those in remote or underserved regions. It supports continuous care and management of chronic conditions, enhances mental health support, and reduces the risk of infectious diseases. Telehealth not only improves patient outcomes but also fosters a more inclusive healthcare system.

“Telehealth utilization has stabilized at levels 38 times higher than before the pandemic.” (McKinsey)

Telehealth is broadening access to healthcare services, especially for individuals in rural and underserved areas where transportation is a barrier and medical facilities may be hard to access.

There is a 15% reduction in hospital readmission rates among patients who use telehealth services. (Journal of the American Medical Association)

Telehealth can reduce healthcare costs by minimizing the need for in-person visits and can improve the overall management of chronic diseases — which makes it a vital resource for all communities.

get telehealth support from Digital HEALTH Navigators

Digital Health Navigators provide support for people learning to navigate tele-healthcare systems and spaces. From accessing a patient portal to having a virtual doctor’s visit, digital health navigators ensure that healthcare is uninterrupted and community members have the skills needed to take control of their physical and mental health.