Technology Programs

Older adults are in a classroom, receiving education about staying safe online.

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.

Technology Programs

Senior Planet Lectures and Workshops

Senior Planet Workshop: Getting to Know Your Smartphone

43328 | EAST | Monday, September 22 | 10 – 11:30 a.m. | No Fee
A hands-on workshop for 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. Additionally, learn tips and best practices for securing and maintaining devices. Note: This workshop will include hands-on learning and assistance, however, it will not cover every smartphone question. Pre-requisite: Participants must own a smartphone and bring it to this workshop.

Senior Planet Workshop: Getting to Know Your Smartphone

43322 | WEST | Monday, November 24 | 2 – 3:30 p.m. | No Fee
A hands-on workshop for 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. Additionally, 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. Pre-requisite: Participants must own a smartphone and bring it to this workshop

Senior Planet Workshop: Finding Information Online

42597 | WEST | Wednesday, September 24 | 10 – 11:30 a.m. | No Fee
The internet is an incredible resource, but finding specific information can be daunting or time-consuming. This hands-on workshop reviews helpful tips for using effective search terms, evaluating search results, and searching within reliable sites for accurate information.

Senior Planet Workshop: Smartphone Camera Uses Beyond Photography

43324 | WEST | Monday, October 27 | 2 – 3:30 p.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 privacy and data practices. Note: This introductory lecture will not include hands-on learning or 1-1 assistance.

Senior Planet Workshop: Smartphone Camera Uses Beyond Photography

43327 | EAST | Wednesday, December 17 | 10 a.m. – 12:30 p.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 privacy and data practices. Note: This introductory lecture will not include hands-on learning.

Senior Planet Lecture: Intro to AI

43321 | WEST | Wednesday, October 29 | 2 – 3:30 p.m. | No Fee
This lecture will introduce some of the basic ideas around artificial intelligence and ChatGPT. Learn how AI is being used today, what its current limitations are, and how it will shape the future.

Senior Planet Lecture: Intro to AI

43326 | WEST | Monday, December 15 | 10 – 11:30 a.m. | No Fee
This lecture will introduce some of the basic ideas around artificial intelligence and ChatGPT. Learn how AI is being used today, what its current limitations are, and how it will shape the future.

Senior Planet Workshop: Video Chat with Zoom

43323 | WEST | Wednesday, November 26 | 2 – 3:30 p.m.| No Fee
Zoom is a video chat platform that is becoming increasingly popular for attending conferences, talks, and events virtually. It’s free and easy to use in a web browser or as an app on your smartphone. This workshop goes over the basics of joining a Zoom meeting as a participant. Come learn how to connect and attend events anywhere, anytime, virtually! Learn to join a Zoom meeting and navigate the platform to connect with family, friends, and coworkers.

Cyber Security

Password Manager Workshop

Password managers help users stay safer online by organizing stronger and more unique passwords. In this hands-on workshop, participants will receive direct one-on-one instruction and assistance with setting up a password manager on a personal device. Pre-requisite: Participants must own and bring a laptop and charger to this specialized workshop. Instructor: North Rittner, RMTS-Colorado

Password Manager Workshop

43331 | WEST | Tuesday, September 16 | 2 – 3 p.m. | No Fee

Password Manager Workshop

43329 | EAST | Tuesday, December 2 | 2 – 3 p.m. | No Fee

Staying Safe in Cyberspace Lecture

43166 | EAST | Thursday, October 9 | 1:30 – 3 p.m. | No Fee
In this presentation participants will learn the secrets of strong passwords, and how to identify sneaky scams in order to stay safe in the digital world. Instructor: North Rittner, RMTS-Colorado

Phishing, Smishing, and Vishing Lecture Rescheduled Date!

43165 | EAST | Thursday, October 23 | 1:30 – 3 p.m. | No Fee
In this presentation participants will learn the dangers of phishing (fraudulent emails), vishing (fraudulent phone calls); and smishing (deceptive text messages), as well as other common scams. Learn how to spot these scams and how to protect personal information to stay safe in the digital world. Instructor: North Rittner, RMTS-Colorado

Password Managers Lecture: A Beginner’s Guide

43164 | EAST | Thursday, November 6 | 1:30 – 3 p.m. | No Fee
In this fun and friendly class, participants will learn how password managers can make online life easier and more secure. No more sticky notes or forgotten passwords, review the secrets of password managers to safely manage one’s online identity. Instructor: North Rittner, RMTS-Colorado

Building A Personal Cyber Security Plan Lecture

43163 | EAST | Thursday, November 13 | 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. | No Fee
Learn to build a robust cyber security plan using antivirus, password management, system backups, scam identification, multifactor authentication, and support resources. This course ties all the pieces together from the “Staying Safe in Cyber Safe” lecture series, into a cohesive strategy to protect digital identity and assets. Instructor: North Rittner, RMTS-Colorado.

Technology Coaching

Participants may schedule a one-on-one appointment with a volunteer technology coach for support with specific technology or device-related questions or needs. Coaching is participant-led, please come with questions and bring a device.

Appointments with a volunteer coach provide support on various technology topics and devices
Coaching is participant-led, please bring a device and come with specific questions or needs
All appointments are with Older Adult Services volunteers and have no fee
Register using the Activity Search webpage, in person, or by calling East or West Age Well Center
Each appointment is 45 minutes long
Registration is limited to one appointment per month per person

Mary Haley is a retired software engineer with teaching experience and a passion for helping older adults bridge the digital divide.

WEST | Mondays, September 8, October 13, November 10, December 8 | 12:30 – 3:30 p.m. (45-minute appointments) | No Fee
EAST | Wednesdays, September 10, October 15, November 12, December 10 | 12:30 – 3:30 p.m. (45-minute appointments) | No Fee

Tory Yaphe is a retired technology professional with 10+ years’ experience with Apple products and software.

WEST | Tuesdays, September 16, October 14, November 18, December 9 | 9 a.m. – noon (45-minute appointments) | No Fee
EAST | Thursdays, September 18, October 16, November 20, December 11 | 9 a.m. – noon (45-minute appointments) | No Fee

Jorge Arias is a retired Network Systems Administrator, proficient with Windows and Android devices, and fluent in both Spanish and English.

WEST | Fridays, September 12, October 10, November 14, December 12 | 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. (45-minute appointments) | No Fee
EAST | Monday, September 8 | 9 a.m. – noon (45-minute appointments) | No Fee
EAST | Mondays, October 6, November 3, December 1 | 1:30 – 4:30 p.m. (45-minute appointments) | No Fee

Tech Assistance with Boulder Universal Students

Boulder Universal students provide one-to-one tech help for older adults on various devices. Participants must bring own device. Topics may include file organization, email, texting, settings, apps, password management, and photo storage. Boulder Universal (BU) is Boulder Valley School District’s online school, offering virtual classes for K-12 to a wide variety of students.

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