Tech Connect for Older Adults provides access to technology training and devices for older adults age 50 and better. We empower older adults with technology skills to increase independence, make and maintain connections, and enhance their well-being.
Tech Connect offers one-on-one technology support sessions, monthly lectures and workshops covering popular technology topics, and five-week or ten-week courses that explore important topics in more depth. These services are available at five Milwaukee County Senior Centers and in the community throughout the Greater Milwaukee Area.
Registration is required for Tech Connect support sessions and classes.
Talk to center staff today!
One-on-One Tech Support Sessions
Have questions about technology? Each center hosts all-day one-on-one tech support sessions where you can bring your own device (smartphone, tablet, laptop, wearable, etc.) and ask one of our knowledgeable technology trainers anything you want.
Our technology trainers are specially trained to provide support and instruction to older adults. We can help you learn all sorts of things!
- Stay in touch, via voice and video calls, text messages, emails, social media, etc!
- See your doctor virtually!
- Bank online.
- Learn new technology!
- Sort and organize your digital photos!
- Attend a virtual church service!
- Watch videos to learn a new hobby!
- Stream music, TV shows, and movies!
- And more!
Tech trainers are available to support you throughout the week!
Kelly
Senior Center:
Mondays & Tuesdays
9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Clinton Rose
Senior Center:
Wednesdays
9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Washington Park
Senior Center:
Mondays & Tuesdays
9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Wilson Park
Senior Center:
Tuesdays & Thursdays
9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Speak with center staff to schedule an appointment in advance.
Walk-in appointments are possible based on availability.
Group Technology Classes
Class sizes are kept low to ensure appropriate support for each learner. Our hands-on classes offer participants the opportunity to learn and practice with the support of a skilled instructor.
Lectures
Informative single sessions that introduce popular technology topics. Discussion is encouraged! Some examples include:
- Passwords, Passkeys, & More
- Anti-Virus & Malware Removal
- Staying Safe Online
- Ridesharing Apps
- P2P Payment Services
- Tips for Being News Savvy Online
- Cloud Storage
- Intro to Artificial Intelligence
Workshops
Interactive single sessions that offer hands-on experience with popular technology. Get your feet wet! Some examples include:
- Getting to Know your Smartphone
- Managing your Phone’s Privacy Settings
- Sharing Photos with your Smartphone
- Free Streaming with Tubi
- Facebook Marketplace
- Getting Started with Canva
- Setting up a Password Manager
- Video Chat with Zoom
Courses
Five- and ten-week hands-on programs that engage participants to learn the course topic. Examples include:
- Computer Essentials – learn to use a computer, navigate the internet, and send/receive email
- Beyond the Basics – learn about various internet services and how to stay safe online
- iPad Essentials – learn to use the Apple iPad, navigate the internet, and send/receive email
- Smartphone Photography – learn how to take pictures, selfies, videos, and how to share them
- Money Matters – learn about smart financial habits, and how to spend/save money online
There is a suggested contribution of $5 per class.
Registration is required. Talk to center staff today!
Want Tech Connect to Come to You?
If you’re involved with a senior living facility, church, senior center, or other agency and you’re interested in partnering with SOA to provide these programs in your space, click here for more information!