Senior Tech Workshops
Our Senior Tech Workshops are designed to help older adults navigate the digital world with confidence. These sessions provide hands-on instruction in a patient, judgment-free environment where questions are encouraged and learning happens at your own pace.
Why Technology Skills Matter for Seniors
- Family Connection: Stay in touch with loved ones through video calls and social media
- Independence: Manage appointments, order groceries, and access services online
- Healthcare Access: Use telehealth services and health tracking apps
- Entertainment: Discover streaming services, e-books, and online games
- Brain Health: Learning new skills helps maintain cognitive function
- Safety: Understand online security and avoid common scams
Workshop Structure
Each technology topic is presented in a small group setting (maximum 8 participants) to ensure personalized attention. Workshops follow a consistent format:
- Introduction: Clear explanation of concepts in plain language
- Demonstration: Instructor shows each step on a large screen
- Hands-on Practice: Guided practice with your own device
- Q&A Time: Extensive opportunity to ask questions
- Take-home Guides: Printed step-by-step instructions to reference later
Current Workshop Topics
We offer a rotating schedule of workshops covering these popular topics:
- Smartphone Basics: Navigating your device, essential apps, accessibility features
- Staying Connected: Video calls, social media, sending photos to family
- Online Safety: Identifying scams, creating secure passwords, privacy settings
- Digital Entertainment: Streaming services, e-books, podcasts, online games
- Useful Apps: Transportation, shopping, medication reminders, brain games
- Healthcare Technology: Telehealth appointments, health tracking, online portals
When and Where
Workshops are held at the Library’s Technology Center on:
- Tuesdays, 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM (Beginners)
- Tuesdays, 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM (Intermediate)
- Saturdays, 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM (Topic varies)
What to Bring
- Your own device (smartphone, tablet, or laptop)
- Charger
- Notebook and pen
- Your questions!
- Eyeglasses if you use them for reading
Don’t have a device? Let us know in advance, and we can provide a tablet for use during the workshop.
Individual Help Available
For seniors who prefer one-on-one assistance or have specific questions, we offer 30-minute Tech Help appointments with our digital navigators. Schedule by calling the Library at (555) 123-4567.
Registration
Workshops are free but registration is required as space is limited. Sign up by:
- Calling the Library at (555) 123-4567
- Visiting the Library’s front desk
- Registering online at www.libraryname.org/tech-workshops
“I was terrified of technology and felt left behind. These workshops have changed my life—now I video chat with my grandchildren every week!” - Charles, 83
“The instructors never make me feel foolish for asking questions. I’ve learned so much and feel more connected to the world.” - Irene, 77
