Smartphone Basics for Beginners meets on 3 consecutive Mondays for two hours and is offered free for Older Adults. Part I lays the groundwork creating one's Smartphone Manual if the participant wishes to. 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. 

Beginning in November, this course will be replaced with independent free workshops between 1:30 - 3:30 PM.

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

We will be offering various monthly workshops on topics older adults requested. 

Wise Habits to Avoid 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.

October 26th 4:00 - 5:00 PM

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

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

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.