Try out using a tablet, computer or smartphone at a local taster session

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The Spring Online campaign helps older people see the benefits of using the web.

From 20 to 26 April taster events are taking place in libraries, community centres and sheltered housing schemes across the UK.

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llkit

Hi,

There will be a free on line event in Barnsley tomorrow Friday 24 April 1pm til 3 at the tenants federation building, summer lane. Feel free to bring your own device's. Laptops and iPads available on the day too.

Refreshments available.

G6JPG

From time to time I read about such initiatives. I'm already reasonably computerate, so I'd like to help with such things. However, there's rarely any information on how to do so.
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A couple of years ago I did try (enquiring - by email - of a local library, I think is what I did), but got the impression that there was far too much bereaucracy (I think there might even have been a criminal records check: I've nothing to hide, but for something where I'm just wanting to help others, that would be far too much bother).

Farway

G6JPG wrote: »

From time to time I read about such initiatives. I'm already reasonably computerate, so I'd like to help with such things. However, there's rarely any information on how to do so.
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A couple of years ago I did try (enquiring - by email - of a local library, I think is what I did), but got the impression that there was far too much bereaucracy (I think there might even have been a criminal records check: I've nothing to hide, but for something where I'm just wanting to help others, that would be far too much bother).

You could try your local Age Concern, if there is one nearby

I volunteer at mine, and there may well be a CRB check, can't take chances really, but we pay and sort that out, I guess others would do the same

flossy_splodge

My aunt was in hospital in this period.
Any hope of a repeat anytime soon?

teddysmum

flossy_splodge wrote: »

My aunt was in hospital in this period.
Any hope of a repeat anytime soon?

My local libraries often run courses, as does the further education college. Also, library staff are very willing to help, if you book a computer session.

no1catman

Soon as I saw the heading - I thought simple 'wash it down with some water'!