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Raising Tech, powered by Parasol Alliance115. Empowering Older Adults with AI-Powered Digital Literacy with Stefano SelorioIn this episode of Raising Tech, host Matt Reiners sits down with longtime friend and tech-for-good visionary Stefano Selorio, founder and CEO of Carevocacy. They discuss Stefano's journey as a caregiver-turned-entrepreneur, the origins of Carevocacy, and how their latest innovation, Apo AI, is revolutionizing digital health literacy for older adults.You’ll hear how Carevocacy has served over 23,000 older adults and why making tech accessible through simple tools like SMS can create powerful change. Stefano also dives into the pilot partnership with Parasol Alliance’s Tech@Home program, revealing early data and heartwarming insights into how residents are...
2025-12-0436 min
ProAging PodcastInnovators from the 2025 National Institute on Aging (NIA) Startup ChallengeIn a rapidly aging world, where the growth of older adults is reshaping societies and economies, innovation isn't just welcome—it's essential. The National Institute on Aging (NIA) Startup Challenge and Accelerator, now in its 2025 edition, is fueling this transformation. From 300 applicants nationwide, 21 standout companies were selected for their groundbreaking work in devices, digital health, and activity-promoting tools. Hosted by the NIA's Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) program, the accelerator provides funding, mentorship, and networking to bridge the gap between cutting-edge ideas and real-world impact. Learn more about the program here.On a recent episode of the Posi...
2025-11-2838 min
The AgeTech Podcast - by TheGerontechnologistReimagining Tech Support for Older Adults with Stefano SelorioWhat if your tech tutor texted you back like a grandkid would?In this episode, Keren Etkin talks with Stefano Selorio, founder of Carevocacy and creator of Apo AI - an SMS-based, AI-powered tech tutor that’s reshaping how older adults learn to use technology. Stefano shares his personal journey as a caregiver, how he scaled a service into a startup, why SMS beats apps for digital literacy, and what it means to build a product that becomes more than you imagined.We also dive into his recent acceptance into the NIA Startup Challenge, and wh...
2025-06-1945 min
Don't Be Caged By Your AgeEP 36 An Intergenerational Conversation About Improving Digital Literacy for Older AdultsI love providing representation of folks thriving after 65. Which is why I only interview folks over 60 on the podcast – because if you see it, you can be it right?But, as you may know from prior episodes on the podcast, I’m constantly sharing how important it is to have intergenerational relationships and conversations.Please meet Stefano Selorio, 25, the Founder and CEO of Carevocacy, a company dedicated to empowering older adults with digital literacy skills that enhance their access to healthcare, while bridging generational and technological divides.This conversation brings together voice...
2024-11-1445 min
The Re/Imagine Podcast134 Senior Health, Wealth, & AgeTech Unveiled: Inside the Retiretech & Medicarians 2024 EventDive into the heart of the action at the 2024 Medicarians & Retiretech event in Vegas! Explore exclusive insights from this year's conference, covering the future of health and wealth. Join us as we interview top industry leaders, delving into technology-driven advancements, human connections, and cutting-edge concepts. Stay updated with our weekly releases at www.primelifepodcast.com and follow along on social media to share your thoughts! Featuring interviews with: - Bryan Allen, Twilight Wish Foundaton - Dalton Miller, RetireFlo - Joe Jordan, JoeJordan.com - Nicole Hardy, Lyfeshare
2024-05-102h 43
Prime Life79 - Senior Health, Wealth, & AgeTech Unveiled: Inside the 2024 Medicarians & Retiretech EventDive into the heart of the action at the 2024 Medicarians & Retiretech event in Vegas! Explore exclusive insights from this year's conference, covering the future of health and wealth. Join us as we interview top industry leaders, delving into technology-driven advancements, human connections, and cutting-edge concepts. Stay updated with our weekly releases at www.primelifepodcast.com and follow along on social media to share your thoughts! Featuring interviews with: - Bryan Allen, Twilight Wish Foundaton - Dalton Miller, RetireFlo - Joe Jordan, JoeJordan.com - Nicole Hardy, Lyfeshare
2024-05-072h 43
Now or Never: Long-Term Care Strategy with Kosta YepifantsevAI, Digital Literacy and Our Elder Generation with Stefano SelorioJoin Kosta and his guest: Stefano Selorio, Founder and CEO of Carevocacy, a platform providing online, in-person and AI driven education teaching seniors how to use the technology around them. Recently honored as one of Forbes 30 Under 30, Stefano’s mission is to advance Health Equity Through AI and Digital Literacy.In this episode: How can a better understanding of technology and how digital systems work bring peace to seniors and their caregivers alike when it comes to things like remote support, sensors or even some forms of digital surveillance? How can digital literacy help to lessen some of...
2023-12-1234 min
It's A Grand LifeIAGL Interview: Tech Tutor for Seniors (Part 2)There are many challenges facing grandparents within the Grand Family dynamic. Navigating all of the technology available now is much more difficult than when they were parenting.Enter Stefano Selorio. Craig Nash sits down with the founder of Carevocacy to discuss how he came up with the idea and what he has to offer seniors. Watch the video version here.https://youtu.be/rsxy58xXi_Uhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/1390502558359584#grandfamily #grandfamilypodcast #techtutor#senioradvocate #digitalassistant
2023-11-3026 minIt's A Grand LifeIAGL Interview: Tech Tutor for Seniors (Part 1)There are many challenges facing grandparents within the Grand Family dynamic. Navigating all of the technology available now is much more difficult than when they were parenting.Enter Stefano Selorio. Craig Nash sits down with the founder of Carevocacy to discuss how he came up with the idea and what he has to offer seniors. Watch the video version here.https://youtu.be/LTBY52TbOxshttps://www.facebook.com/groups/1390502558359584#grandfamily #grandfamilypodcast #techtutor#senioradvocate #digitalassistant
2023-11-2322 min
CanopyIQEp. 10: Stefano Selorio is helping adults bridge the digital literacy gapHelping adults bridge the digital literacy gap
Welcome to another insightful episode of the Canopy IQ podcast. In episode 10, host Adam Wilesnky is joined by Stefano Selorio, Founder and CEO at Carevocacy.
Carevocacy is a learning platform that matches older adults with online tech tutors, and in this episode Stefano dives into how he is helping adults bridge the digital literacy gap. As the U.S. population ages quickly, Stefano is positioned to help these older adults become equipped with the digital skills they need to connect with their loved ones, be successful in the w...
2023-07-2432 min
Agetech News Founder SeriesStefano Selorio, CarevocacyDuring this episode Max Zamkow speaks with Stefano Selorio, Founder & CEO of Carevocacy, about the work that he's doing to improve the lives of older adults.
Carevocacy partners with health providers and payors to create digital health literacy solutions.
Follow Carevocacy on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn—and visit their website for more information and updates!
2023-05-0521 min
40 Under 40 PodcastStefano Selorio: Founder & CEO of CarevocacyStefano Selorio is the Founder & CEO of Carevocacy, a learning platform for older adults to learn technology to stay social, connected, and learn new skills. Carevocacy offers online one-on-one or group sessions that provide a custom curriculum, cross-generational learning, and a hands-on experience for older adults. He is also a caregiver to his grandma whose diagnosed with Alzheimer's. Stefano is also an avid community builder, loves to volunteer, and mentor young business leaders.
2023-04-0640 min
The AgeTech Podcast - by TheGerontechnologistThe First AI Tech Support for Older Adults APO by Carevocacy!Generative AI is all the buzz right now, and I was wondering what AgeTech use cases we will see utilize this technology for tackling the challenges of aging.
I sat down to talk with Stefano Selorio, the founder and CEO of Carevocacy, a startup that provides digital literacy skills to older adults, about their new product APO.
APO is an AI product designed to provide tech support to older adults, and it's based on Carevocacy's experience providing tech training as a service.
2023-02-2822 min
40 Under 40 PodcastStefano Selorio: Founder & CEO of CarevocacyStefano Selorio is the Founder & CEO of Carevocacy, a learning platform for older adults to learn technology to stay social, connected, and learn new skills. Carevocacy offers online one-on-one or group sessions that provide a custom curriculum, cross-generational learning, and a hands-on experience for older adults. He is also a caregiver to his grandma whose diagnosed with Alzheimer's. Stefano is also an avid community builder, loves to volunteer, and mentor young business leaders.
2023-02-1640 min
Prime Life09-Turning Seniors into Tech Heroes with Stefano SelorioSeniors can easily find themselves sitting alone in a smart-phone world. They want to connect with the community. And their families want to connect with them too. But who is there to help jump the digital divide? Learn how Stefano Selorio, Founder and CEO of Carevacy combines empathy, humor, and training to make seniors tech-savvy and turn into digital heroes on their own. LinkedIn Profile Instagram TikTok Website
2022-12-2744 min
NursingHome411 PodcastBringing Wordle, TikTok, and Tech to Seniors and Nursing Home ResidentsTechnology resources like Zoom, FaceTime, Alexa, even TikTok, can open a world of possibilities and help us stay connected. Unfortunately, for many seniors and nursing home residents, these resources can be challenging and overwhelming. But it doesn’t have to be that way. Stefano Selorio is a 23-year-old Founder & CEO of Carevocacy, a company that [...]
2022-10-0330 min
Connecting the Dots: Senior Living Success with Matt ReinersChallenging Tech Norms in Senior Living for Seniors & Communities with Stefano Selorio, CEO of CarevocacyStefano is one of the next up and comers changing how we think about educating seniors on technology and how it can give them the confidence in more than just using technology. Getting comfortable with new technology doesn't just have to be for the seniors though. We should also be thinking about changing marketing strategies with the times and social media trends. Take it from Stefano who has seen views of 1 million plus from his senior focused videos!
2022-04-1924 min
HowSo? Podcast with Stefano SelorioHow Did I Come Up With My Startup Idea?I think this is a special episode where I am sharing with you how I started my startup, Carevocacy. One of my personal reasons for wanting to build in the agetech space was because of my experience as a caregiver to my grandma whose diagnosed with Alzheimer's. In this episode, I go over the importance of understanding that it may feel like you're buildings things to solve your own problems, but it's really about building solutions for your customers.Thank you to everyone who continues to listen to the podcast! The HowSo? Podcast is based on the...
2021-10-2211 minHowSo? Podcast with Stefano SelorioJust Be Yourself, Like SeriouslyDon't even sweat it, just be yourself. I am sharing how my first conference experience turned into an opportunity to help people become the best versions of themselves. That's just my altruistic nature. Be yourself in our DMS (don't be creepy), DM us on our Instagram at @howsopodcast or send it to my personal @stefanoselorio. Continue to ask questions!--- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/howsopodcast/support
2021-10-0809 min
HowSo? Podcast with Stefano Selorio5 Things That I've Learned About MyselfWhether we realize it or not, we always learn new things about ourselves. Before the first week of school, I wanted to write down some of the learnings I gathered. For example, I need MORE sleep. I really do. I'd love to read what you've learned about yourself. If you want to share, DM us on our Instagram at @howsopodcast or send it to my personal @stefanoselorio. Continue to ask questions!--- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/howsopodcast/support
2021-09-1512 minHowSo? Podcast with Stefano SelorioHow I Funded My Startup?When it comes to funding your startup, you have to understand that you have options. In this episode, I wanted to share how I am finding funding for my startup, Carevocacy. Let me know what you thought of this episode by DMing us on Instagram at @howsopodcast or to my personal one @stefanoselorio. Continue to ask questions!--- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/howsopodcast/support
2021-09-0110 minHowSo? Podcast with Stefano SelorioHow Is My First Week of College Again?We're back to school again and it's is going "fine." I wanted to share with you the expectations I have for this semester and what I would rather be doing than going to class. College would be all right for me if only I felt supported. Share your thoughts by DMing me on our Instagram @howsopodcast or my personal one @stefanoselorio. Continue to ask questions.--- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/howsopodcast/support
2021-08-2508 min
DHARMA unfilteredEp. 28 | Ryan Sullivan and Stefano SelorioRyan R. Sullivan: Rapper, Producer, DJ, Podcaster - but not always in that order, just depends on the day! I’m Ryan R. Sullivan, also known by my stage name “SullyBop.” In 2016 I released my first single and since then I’ve cultivated over 3000 amazing fans with 2 EP’s and a full length album. Music continues to be a huge outlet and part of my life, and my work as a performer and professional DJ has been the most rewarding. Aside from my weekend performances, I’ve created a podcast production company called Podcast Principles. This is now my fulltime...
2021-04-021h 15HowSo? Podcast with Stefano Selorio3 Ways on How You Can Build Relationships & PartnershipsHey there, I am thinking about creating these short-form episodes about easy ways to build your business profile. In this episode, I covered 3 ways how you can build relationships & partnerships. I am speaking from the mindset of a student founder, Gen Z creator, and communicator. This is an awesome episode of how you can simply build relationships with strangers. I went on this research journey about Rob Schutz from Ro and the many efforts of research I did on people. I hope you enjoy this episode and share this with friends!
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2021-04-0109 minHowSo? Podcast with Stefano SelorioFrank Tha Rabbit: The Mind Behind the MusicIn this special episode, I got to sit down (virtually) with Frank Tha Rabbit. Frank Tha Rabbit has been creating music for a while now, and I thought I'd spotlight and ask him about the process behind producing his music. Thank you to Frank Tha Rabbit for allowing me to use his music in this episode. The following songs are:
Hyakkimaru
Bedroom
Freddy LoFI Beat
Through The Back Door
Support Frank Tha Rabbit by sharing his music or listening on Spotify.
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2021-03-1323 minHowSo? Podcast with Stefano SelorioTaking Advice From Others with Stefano SelorioIn this episode, I talk about how I've handled advice from others. To take them or to not take them. That is the question. This was also an episode where I felt like I needed to share my thoughts and ideas without the careful planning of launching a podcast episode. I just wanted to make something.
Thank you to Anchor for an awesome platform to easily create podcasts!
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2021-02-1407 minHowSo? Podcast with Stefano SelorioIncorporate Rather Than TextbooksFirst day of school is done! And now...I thought I'd share some thoughts about it on my podcast (that I've delayed for quite some time).
Rather than buying textbooks, what if we spent that money on incorporating your business idea?
What do you think?
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2021-01-0501 min
Junior Achievement of South Florida Recipe for SuccessRecipe for Success | Entrepreneurship Month Panel - Part 2Just as there are no two recipes that contain the exact same ingredients or measurements, there are no two success stories exactly the same. Recipe For Success features entrepreneurs, visionary leaders and innovators of all ages who will share their ingredients that make them successful – personally and professionally.
Let's get cooking! It's Entrepreneurship Month! We welcome these four young entrepreneurs, all who graduated from the JA Fellows Entrepreneurship Program.
Stefano Selorio, founder of Carevocacy: https://carevocacy.com/
Romy Peretz with Germ Genie: https://germgenie.com/
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2020-11-1324 min
Junior Achievement of South Florida Recipe for SuccessRecipe for Success | Entrepreneurship Month Panel - Part 1Just as there are no two recipes that contain the exact same ingredients or measurements, there are no two success stories exactly the same. Recipe For Success features entrepreneurs, visionary leaders and innovators of all ages who will share their ingredients that make them successful – personally and professionally.
Let's get cooking! It's Entrepreneurship Month! We welcome these four young entrepreneurs, all who graduated from the JA Fellows Entrepreneurship Program.
Stefano Selorio, founder of Carevocacy: https://carevocacy.com/
Romy Peretz with Germ Genie: https://germgenie.com/
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2020-11-1016 min
The Daily ScotchSENIORS LEARN AS WELL; Special episode with Stefano SelorioCEO and Founder Stefano Selorio, explains background and motivation to his company, CAREVOCACY! How COVID-19 has affected his process of development and much more.
2020-06-3022 min
HowSo? Podcast with Stefano SelorioBuilding a Company with Purpose | Jennifer Long Interviews Stefano About His Startup CarevocacyThis is the first episode of the Business series on the HowSo? Podcast. In this episode, we have Jennifer Long, the Alumni Association Coordinator of the Broward Technical Colleges, interviewing Stefano's recent pitch competition for his startup - Carevocacy. When Stefano originally pitched Carevocacy to the city of Hollywood's inaugural startup program, it was an on-demand caregiving service. Through Carevocacy's app, you were able to request companion care for your elderly loved one. This idea won him and his team $3,000 from the city of Hollywood to startup the business. Stefano shares about his continuous struggle as a first-time founder...
2020-02-1435 minHowSo? Podcast with Stefano SelorioWhat Do You Want From This? Why Are You Doing This? | Ryan Sullivan (aka SullyBop) tells us his "why" for podcastingRyan Sullivan aka SullyBop joins us for our second episode of the HowSo? Podcast and he talks about his journey in hosting his own podcast. Thanks to Ryan for helping push and inspire this podcast.
Ryan R. Sullivan is a multi-passionate recording artist, DJ, and podcaster with much more to offer than the average 21 year old. His talents range from rapping, producing and engineering his own music to creating and organizing not only his personal podcasts but others podcasts as well. He has worked for a plethora of employers but spent most of his time in the...
2019-10-0822 minHowSo? Podcast with Stefano SelorioLet's start being more intentional in asking how people are | Stefano talks about following up with "how so?"Welcome to the first episode of the HowSo Podcast! Get an idea of what's going down with my podcast and the many questions we're going to ask together. Be on the lookout for future episodes as we work on distributing the podcast across the platforms.
About the HowSo? Podcast:
Imagine this. You walk into a space filled with people. It may be your friends, family, or co-workers. You ask them how their day is going, and they respond with the simple answer, "I'm good." Are they though? What if you asked the follow-up question, "how so?"
The How So? Podcast...
2019-09-3004 min