Technology Programs
1-1 Technology Assistance
Registration is limited to one technology assistance appointment per month, per person. A tech coach is available to provide one-to-one technology assistance for older adults on various topics and devices. Topics include file organization, email and settings on smartphones/ computers, text messages and emojis, Google and frequently used websites (i.e. YouTube), account and password management, Google apps, popular apps/games, Apple/Samsung/Android products, and managing, sending, taking and deleting photos. Participants must bring their own device and topics or questions. Registration required for 45-minute timeslot.
Tech Coaching - EAST
Where: EAST Age Well Center
When: Wednesdays, April 16 and May 21, 12:30 - 3:30 p.m. (45-minute appointments)
Tech Coach: Mary Haley
No Fee
Tech Coaching - WEST
Where: WEST Age Well Center
When: Mondays, April 14 and May 19, 12:30 - 3:30 p.m. (45-minute appointments)
Tech Coach: Mary Haley
No Fee
Tech Coaching in English or Spanish - EAST
Where: East Age Well Center
When: Monday, April 21 from 9 a.m. - noon and Monday, May 5, 1:30 – 4:30 p.m. (45-minute appointments)
No Fee
Tech Coaching in English or Spanish - WEST
Where: West Age Well Center
When: Fridays, April 25 and May 9, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. (45-minute appointments)
No Fee
Tech Assistance with Boulder Universal Students
Course #40396
Where: West Age Well Center
When: Wednesday, April 9, 2:30 - 3:30 p.m.
No Fee
Boulder Universal students provide one-to-one technology assistance for older adults on various topics and devices. Participants must
bring own device. Topics may include file organization, email and settings on smartphones/computers, text messaging, Google and frequently used websites or mobile phone apps, account and password management, Apple/Samsung/Android products, and managing digital photos.
Boulder Universal (BU) is Boulder Valley School District’s online school, offering virtual classes for K-12 to a wide variety of students.
TECH: Senior Planet Lecture: Smartphones at a Glance
Course # 41259
Where: West Age Well Center
When: Monday, April 28, 2 - 3 p.m.
No Fee
Learn about popular smartphones on the market and some pros and cons for each. Additionally, compare two of the most popular operating systems: Android and Apple’s iOS. Note: This introductory lecture will not include hands-on learning or 1-1 assistance Instructor: Mary Haley.
TECH: Senior Planet Workshop: Getting to Know Your Smartphone
A hands-on workshop for a small group of participants to explore some common features of smartphones, learn ways to interact with the touch screen, how to access important controls, and how to search for specific settings. Learn tips and best practices for securing and maintaining devices. Note: This workshop will include hands-on learning and assistance, however will not cover every smartphone question. Participants must own a smartphone and bring it to this workshop. Instructor: Mary Haley.
TECH: Getting to Know Your Smartphone - April
Course #41260
Where: West Age Well Center
When: Wednesday, April 30, 2 - 3:30 p.m.
No Fee
TECH: Getting to Know Your Smartphone - May
Course #41262
Where: West Age Well Center
When: Wednesday, May 14, 10 - 11:30 a.m.
No Fee
TECH: Senior Planet Lecture: Smartphone Camera Uses Beyond Photography
Course #41261
Where: West Age Well Center
When: Monday, May 12, 10 - 11 a.m.
No Fee
Participants will learn additional uses for smartphone cameras beyond photography. Explore a variety of fun and useful features made possible by apps, such as scanning QR codes, translating text, measuring objects, and even using augmented reality. Additionally, learn a few considerations for choosing apps and reviewing their privacy and data practices. Note: This introductory lecture will not include hands-on learning or 1-1 assistance. Instructor: Mary Haley.
Technology Workshop BCAAA: Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Older Adults
This presentation will include discussion, a demonstration of ChatGPT, and examples of how AI will change and continue to impact healthcare, social interactions, improve overall well-being and more. Understand how AI is used to improve learning and how it can affect use of technology. Instructor: Lucy Kuchta is the owner of the technology company Quinsight and has partnered with Boulder County Area on Aging and the Empower with Tech program. Participants must be a resident of Boulder County to attend this workshop.
Artificial Intelligence- In-Person
Course #40097
Where: West Age Well Center
When: Tuesday, April 8, 10 a.m. – noon
No Fee
Artificial Intelligence - Online
Course #39837
Where: Online
When: Wednesday, April 9, 10 a.m. – noon
No Fee
Disclaimer: Participating in programs that utilize internet technology such as social media, email and accessing the internet through tablet computers, iPhones, iPads, and other personal computer devices, may present risk of loss, damage, and annoyance including but not limited to identity theft, malware, viruses, unsolicited email, theft of data, passwords, and financial information, inappropriate content, and scams.