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A Little about SeniorNet

A Little about SeniorNet. The SeniorNet’s Basic Belief. SeniorNet is based on the belief that computer literacy will not only enable older adults to access a world of information and people, it will also allow them to share their wisdom and knowledge with the rest of the world.

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A Little about SeniorNet

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  1. A Little about SeniorNet

  2. The SeniorNet’s Basic Belief SeniorNet is based on the belief that computer literacy will not only enable older adults to access a world of information and people, it will also allow them to share their wisdom and knowledge with the rest of the world.

  3. SeniorNet History • Started as a follow-on to a 1986 study • National and International - Non-Profit • 35,000+ Members • 240+ Learning Centers • Over 100,000 Seniors trained • 3,000+ volunteers - 11 paid employees

  4. Why SeniorNet? • Computer education designed by seniors, to be taught by seniors to seniors • Small, informal classes • Teacher to Student ratio never higher than 4:1 • Inexpensive- nominal fee. • Proven track record teaching seniors

  5. Huntington SeniorNet: Background: We are proud to be the first SeniorNet Computer Center on Long Island. Our center was developed in partnership with the Family Service League, Inc. FSL is a well-respected, (78 year old) human resource organization serving Suffolk County from Huntington to the East end of Long Island. Since its inception in March of 1999 until December of 2003, SeniorNet@FSL has conducted 230 classes and trained 2490 Students.

  6. Huntington SeniorNet: We have: a newly refurbished laboratory learning center 13 computers. One for the instructor, 12 for students (one student to a computer). Student manuals to help you study for and review the lessons. Some of the courses have diskettes for you to practice with. Each class has one instructor and at least two coaches . The coaches help you if there is a problem.

  7. Huntington SeniorNet: Courses offered at this time: Basic Computer Workshop Introduction to Computers Bargain hunting on the internet. Windows Internet and Email Graphics, Photo Introduction to Word-processing Quicken 2001 Digital Photography

  8. Huntington SeniorNet: Courses also offered at this time: Free Seminars Workshops: buying a computer, converting LP’s to CD’s, Other Activities: SeniorNet Users Group: ( SNUG) is a group that meets the third Tuesday of the month with either a guest speaker or a group discussion of a topic of interest to the members present. The KeySpan / SeniorNet Computer Refurbishing Project: volunteers from SeniorNet refurbish older KeySpan computers for use by not-for-profit organizations. Close to 2200 computers to date.

  9. What They are Saying • “SeniorNet is based on the concept that older people are not adverse to using technology, just unfamiliar with it” … Washington Post • “This is what I have been looking for for years” … 81 year old retired surgeon • “Continued learning is the only real fountain of youth” … SeniorNet Member

  10. Awards: • - The New York State Coalition for the Aging, Inc has named the SeniorNet @ FSL Huntington despite its relatively “young” status, a first place winner in the 2001 Senior Services Achievements Awards in the category of “Seniors and Technology”. The purpose of the achievement award program is to honor outstanding, innovative and creative senior services that have long-range impact on senior citizen and/or the community.

  11. Awards Continued: • - SeniorNet Volunteer (Slava Vero) was among the 101 volunteers honored by the Huntington Chamber of Commerce on January 16th, 2002. The office of 18th Legislator District Jon Cooper nominated her for her services to SeniorNet.

  12. Awards continued: • Fred Atkin, SeniorNet Co-Coordinator was among the 101 volunteers honored by the Huntington Chamber of Commerce in 2003. • John and Irene Nordin (Snug Coordinator and Newsletter editor) were among the 101 volunteers honored by the Huntington chamber of Commerce in 2003. • SeniorNet Volunteers Slava Vero and Don Weidman were featured in Newsday’s “The Everyday Hero” page.

  13. Advantages of Membership • Quarterly newsletter • Special offerings on hardware and software • Use of SeniorNet computers in open labs • Special Learning Center programs

  14. Summary • SeniorNet was established for people just like you • You will be in class with your peers being taught by your peers • We hope to see you in our classes soon • And maybe after that as a volunteer helping out - We guarantee you will find it rewarding

  15. One of our instructors setting up for a class.

  16. Some of our students. Pictures of some of our introduction to computer classes.

  17. On Friday, May 7th, SeniorNet @ FSL Huntington dedicated the grand reopening of the newly refurbished lab and the renaming of the lab as “The Don Weidman Computer Learning Center”. Don Weidman: He was one of the founders and the paramount leader of this center. The following pictures were taken that day:

  18. Computer humor. More or less!

  19. Some menu choices we wish were available.

  20. Newcomputer innovations!

  21. Children seem to have a unique understanding of computer vocabulary.

  22. Not holding your mouse properly can have disastrous results!

  23. When we learn to use a computer, old names take on a new meaning.

  24. Learning to send and receive emails provides a faster way to communicate with people.

  25. The Latest Office Innovation! True or False?

  26. The internet in medicine!

  27. Thank you Prepared by Aiken SeniorNet @USCA

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