Technology has disrupted expectations about the aging process and access to digital skills training advances equity in aging. Partnering with Senior Planet, Elder Services offers free in-person computer skills classes to adults aged 60 and better. Contact Denise at 508-258-2299 or denise.magnett@escci.org to register for any of the lectures, workshops, classes listed here or to receive information about future offerings.
Senior Planet offers evidence-based curriculum developed by Older Adults Technology Services (OATS). For twenty years, OATS has been working collaboratively with seniors to measure, evaluate and improve the effectiveness of their content and methods. Senior Planet operates in partnership with AARP. This program is underwritten by generous grants from the Comcast/NBC/Universal Foundation, the Cape Cod Healthcare Foundation, the Kelley Foundation and the Cooperative Bank of Cape Cod Charitable Foundation.
COMPUTER ESSENTIALS (4 offerings this fall!)
This 5-week course will cover the essentials of how to use the basic functions of a personal computer, how to safely navigate the internet, how to organize electronic files, how to send and receive email, and much more. By the end of the course, you’ll have a foundation for using a computer and the internet to enrich your life!
PRE-REQUISITES: None. This course is designed for people who have never used a computer or have very little experience and want a solid introduction.
Bourne Council on Aging, 239 Main St, Buzzards Bay
- Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 1:00 -2:30 p.m.
- September 9 – October 8, 2025
Harwich Council on Aging, 100 Oak Street, Harwich
- Mondays and Thursdays from 12:30 – 2:00 p.m.
- September 15 – October 16, 2025
Dennis Center for Active Living, 1045 Route 134, South Dennis
- Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 noon
- November 4 – December 11
TECH RESOURCES FOR EVERYDAY LIFE
Digital tools and technologies have become very important and even necessary to our everyday lives. By the end of this 5-week course, you’ll be able to use a variety of resources to make your life easier, from managing everyday tasks to communicating with others. You’ll use the internet to explore your interests and passions, connect with others, and even contact your lawmakers. You’ll also learn best practices for staying safe in the digital world and managing your privacy and security settings in the Chrome browser. This course is a great opportunity to meaningfully practice skills that you learned in a Basics or Essentials course.
PRE-REQUISITES: You should be familiar enough with a PC laptop to use it independently in class. You must also have an email address.
Eddy Elementary School, 2298 Main Street, Brewster
- Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:00 – 6:30 p.m.
- October 14 – November 18, 2025
- Offered in partnership through Nauset Adult and Community Education. Call 508-255-8800 x7134 or register online here.
