1-on-1 in-home coaching
Patient help with phones, tablets, computers, Wi-Fi, printers, accounts, and the everyday tasks that should feel simple.
The Friendly Tech Co.Book a conversation Ottawa & the National Capital Region
We make tech friendly.
Patient, trusted in-home help, smart-home safety, and interactive workshops for seniors and the people who support them.
Patient help No jargon Clear next steps
$15 Wisdom creditShare something you know.
Real-person supportCalm help when you need it.
How we help
Technology that works for your life.
One friendly team for the devices, services, and questions that can otherwise become overwhelming.
Smart home & safety
Thoughtful lights, doorbells, voice assistants, and routines set up around the person—not the gadget.
Interactive workshops
Welcoming group sessions for seniors, families, and residences, with useful take-home materials.
Family remote concierge
A familiar, real person to call when something stops working or a message does not feel right.
The Wisdom Exchange
Your knowledge has value, too.
Teach your technician something you have learned through a lifetime—an old recipe, a gardening trick, a practical lesson—and receive a $15 credit on the visit.
Ask how it worksTechnology changes quickly. Good advice lasts.
Stories are shared only with permission, and can be kept anonymous.
Friendly Care memberships
Support that stays familiar.
Choose the level of ongoing help that fits your household. All prices are monthly in Canadian dollars.
Bronze
$49/month
A dependable starting point for occasional help.
- Friendly remote support
- Member visit pricing
- Annual technology check-in
Gold
$119/month
Ongoing support for a connected home.
- Priority remote support
- Quarterly home check-ins
- Family support coordination
Platinum
$229/month
High-touch technology care and planning.
- Concierge-level support
- Monthly proactive check-in
- Smart-home care planning
Smart home, thoughtfully done
Useful automation without the overwhelm.
We plan, install, and explain each setup so the household understands what it does and remains in control.
Safe Entry
A clearer view of the front door and easier ways to answer safely.
Pathway & Comfort
Helpful lighting and simple routines for safer movement around the home.
Age-in-Place Guardian
A coordinated foundation of safety, comfort, and family-friendly smart-home tools.
Learn together
Workshops built for real questions.
Digital Self-Defence
Recognize CRA, banking, romance, and AI-powered scams before reacting.
FaceTime & WhatsApp
Stay close to family with confident calling, messaging, and photo sharing.
Cutting the Cable Cord
Understand streaming options and build a setup that is actually easy to use.
MyChart & Pharmacy Apps
Navigate health portals, prescriptions, and appointments more confidently.
Start with a conversation
Tell us what technology is getting in the way.
We will listen, explain the sensible options, and help you choose a next step without pressure.