FREE Technology Classes.

Friends Village has partnered with Senior Planet from AARP to help older adults use technology to learn new skills, save money, get in shape, and make new friends. Classes are intended for adults age 60 and over. Register below to join the Friends Village community in person and learn how you can stay connected!

Friends Village Styer Campus | 331 Lower Dolington Road, Newtown, PA 18940 | (215)968-3346

Courses are scheduled for Mondays and Wednesdays

Computer Essentials

5-week Course beginning 4/29, Mon & Wed 11:00am-12:15pm

This 5-week course covers the essentials of how to use the basic functions of a personal computer, how to navigate the internet, and how to send and receive email. By the end of the course, you’ll have a foundation for using a computer and the internet to enrich your life.  Prerequisites: A Gmail address. Though this course is best suited for people who have had some experience using the internet on any device, help can be provided for those with less experience. If you need help setting up a Gmail address, please call the Senior Planet hotline: 888-713-3495.

Smartphones At A Glance, Lecture

Monday 6/3 11:00 AM – 12:15 PM  

If you’re curious about what smartphones can do and why they’ve grown so popular, come to this lecture. You’ll learn about popular smartphones on the market and some of their pros and cons. We’ll also compare and contrast two of the most popular operating systems: Android and Apple’s iOS.

Getting To Know Your Smartphone, Workshop

Wednesday 6/5 11:00 AM – 12:15 PM  

During this hands-on workshop, we'll explore some of the common features of smartphones. You'll learn ways to interact with the touch screen, how to access important controls, and how to search for specific settings. We'll also cover some tips and best practices for securing and maintaining your device.  Pre-requisites: Participants should bring their smartphone to class. Please note that this workshop focuses on some specific smartphone features and will not cover every smartphone question.

Complete the form below to register for classes or call Laura Hornyak at (215) 968-3346, ext 200.

 

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