Are you, your friends, your parents, or others...
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Feeling "forced" to switch from a landline or flip phone to a Smartphone in order to take advantage of essential services and programs?
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Afraid you will "mess up" or "break" your Smartphone?
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Scared that your privacy and security will be violated?
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Concerned you will be perceived as "stupid" for asking questions about things you do not understand?
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Flustered when your adult children or grandchildren seem to lose patience when they try to teach you ? Or take over your Smartphone to address an issue that you want to learn to do yourself?
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Frustrated with tech support at local phone stores staffed with sales representives resulting in moving very fast and giving you an answer you will not understand?
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Unable to take advantage of coupons and other promotions offered by local retailers because you can only get them digitally through QR Codes?
Courses
Smartphone Basics for Beginners
DESCRIPTION:
These workshops are our part of three free workshop offerings. Repeating classes and additional classes will come with a small donation of $5.00.
Beginning in November, we will be listing our free Smartphone Workshops between 1:00 - 3:00 PM on Mondays.
Participants will have hands-on experience with a Senior Guide paired with another participant. Our Senior Guides are older adults who have completed these basic classes and are more than willing to help in a patient manner. Our small class size ensures individualized attention in a non-intimidating environment where participants are encouraged to ask questions.
To Register
Call 513-564-9777
3 Classes are free. Additional classes are $5.00
DAYS / TIMES:
Smartphone Basics for Beginners
Deer Park Community Center
Smartphone Hardware: Exterior Features - An Intro to Buttons, Ports, and Plugs
November 9, 1:00 PM
An ultimate tour of your device's "outside anatomy." We are going back to the basics to look at the physical bumps, holes, and buttons that make your phone tick. No tech jargon, no confusing manual—just a friendly introduction to the buttons, ports, and plugs you see every day.
Texting: Staying Connected on the Go
November 9, 2:00 PM
Master your smartphone and stay connected with loved ones, no matter where you are!
In this relaxed, beginner-friendly class, you will learn how to confidently use your mobile device while out and about. Designed at a slow, patient pace specifically for older adults who want to feel more confident using their smartphones.
Settings Secrets - Take Control of Your Smartphone
November 16, 1:00 PM
Unlock the hidden superpowers of your smartphone! In Settings Secrets, you will discover the simple tweaks in your Settings that make your technology work for you, not against you.
Maintaining Your Smartphone - Keep Your Device in Tip-Top Shape!
November 16, 2:00 PM
Your smartphone is basically your portal to the world—it keeps you connected to family and friends. Just like a car, your digital device needs a little routine maintenance to keep running like a dream. Giving your phone a little love doesn’t take much time, but it pays off big.
The Power is Out… Is Your Smartphone Charged?
November 23 1:00 PM
Don't let your digital lifeline go down! Keeping your smartphone juiced up doesn't require a degree in rocket science, just a few smart habits to keep you connected to family, photos, and your favorite apps. Learn how to keep your phone from taking an unannounced nap.
Settings Secrets - Take Control of Your Smartphone
November 23 2:00 PM
Unlock the hidden superpowers of your Smartphone! In Settings Secrets, you will discover the simple tweaks in your Settings that make your technology work for you, not against you.
LOCATION:
Deer Park Community Center
(Francis R. Healy Community Center)
7640 Plainfield Rd, 45236
Workshops
Everyday Technology Workshops
DESCRIPTION:
We will be offering various monthly workshops on topics older adults requested.
Navigating those Annoying QR Codes
Are QR Codes standing in your way for accessing essential services, discounts and decreasing your overall quality of life? Join other EngAging Seniors for a 1.5 hour workshop to learn how to access QR Codes safely and efficiently.
November 9th 4:00 - 5:30 PM
Please call 513-564-9777 to register/list.
Cost:$5.00 Cash at the door
Wise Habits to Avoid Current Scams
Scammers are constantly evolving their tactics, often targeting seniors with sophisticated schemes designed to create a sense of urgency, panic, or false hope. Learn how to outsmart them at this workshop.
December 14th 4:00 - 5:00 PM
DAYS / TIMES:
PARTICIPANTS NEED TO SIGN IN 20 MINUTES PRIOR TO STARTING ALL WORKSHOPS
ALL FEES ARE CASH ONLY AT THE DOOR
Navigating those Annoying QR Codes
November 9th
4:00 - 5:30 PM
Cost: $5.00
Wise Habits to Avoid Current Scams
December 14th
4:00 - 5:00 PM
Cost: $5.00
LOCATION:
Deer Park Community Center
(Francis R. Healy Community Center)
7640 Plainfield Rd, 45236
Workshops
Smartphone Basics Workshops
DESCRIPTION:
Smartphone to the Rescue
This workshop will walk you through the steps to allow Paramedics to call your designated contact(s) and access critical medical information.
Navigating Your Touchscreen
As we age, it is incredibly common to find touchscreen gestures like pinching, swiping, or double-tapping frustrating or difficult to manage, especially if you have arthritis, tremors or “fat fingers.” Learn how to manage in this workshop. A Stylus is included in the price.
Create an Address Book on your Smartphone
At this workshop you will learn how to create your Contacts. Simplify your texts by adding phone numbers, addresses and even birthdays.
Setting Up the Smartphone Calendar
Learn how to add Dr. appointments, Social dates, Volunteer commitments and more in this 1 hour workshop. In the second half of this workshop you will learn how to add to or check your calendar while you are on a call.
How to Connect to the Outer World
Are you "lost” when it comes to Smartphone jargon? At this workshop we will define and explain the different ways you can connect to others. Learn Smartphone vocabulary and how these terms apply to your device.
The Status Bar - Your Smartphone’s Dashboard
Just as a car dashboard shows fuel levels and engine warnings, the Status Bar shows battery percentage, cellular or Wi-Fi signal strength, missed calls and more. Learn why these tiny symbols are important at this workshop.
Participants will have hands-on experience with a Senior Guide paired with another participant for these workshops. Our Senior Guides are older adults who have completed these basic classes and are more than willing to help in a patient manner. Our small class size ensures individualized attention in a non-intimidating environment where participants are encouraged to ask questions.
To Register
Call 513-564-9777
DAYS / TIMES:
PARTICIPANTS NEED TO SIGN IN 15 MINUTES PRIOR TO STARTING ALL WORKSHOPS
ALL FEES ARE CASH ONLY AT THE DOOR
Smartphone to the Rescue
November 9
10:00 - 10:45 AM
Cost: $5.00
Navigating Your Touchscreen
November 9
11:00 - 12:00 PM
$10.00 (includes a stylus)
Create an Address Book on your Smartphone
November 16
10:00 - 10:45 AM
Cost: $5.00
Setting Up the Smartphone Calendar
November 16
11:00 - 12:00 PM
Cost: $5.00
How to Connect to the Outer World
November 23
10:00 - 10:45 AM
Cost: $5.00
The Status Bar - Your Smartphone’s Dashboard
November 23
11:00-12:00 PM
Cost:$5.00
LOCATION:
Deer Park Community Center
(Francis R. Healy Community Center)
7640 Plainfield Rd, 45236
Onsite Courses
Smartphone Basics for Beginners
DESCRIPTION:
Smartphone Basics for Beginners Level I meets on 2 consecutive Wednesdays for two hours and is offered free for Older Adults at various locations within Greater Cincinnati. Level I lays the groundwork for creating one's Smartphone Manual. This includes labeling a diagram, introducing pertinent Settings and teaching various ways to care for their smartphone. Participants will learn about the importance of monitoring their battery and Powering Down.
Participants will gain confidence using their Smartphone while having hands-on experience with a Senior Guide paired with another participant(s). Our Senior Guides are older adults who have completed this basic class and are more than willing to help in a patient manner. Our small class size ensures individualized attention in a non-intimidating environment where participants are encouraged to ask questions.
Senior Centers/Older Adult Living facilities can call Nicole Christ at 513-564-9777 to learn more.
DAYS / TIMES:
Wednesdays,
10:00-12:00 PM or
1:30-3:30 PM
LOCATION:
Locations within I-275 loop