Worried about navigating technology?
Our FREE one-on-one Technology Assistance coach offers step-by-step assistance to adults 60+ and those with disabilities for all tech-related questions.
TECHNOLOGY ASSISTANCE
FOR AGES 60+ AND ADULTS WITH DISABILITIES
The Kern County Library and Kern County Aging & Adult Services are collaborating on the Access to Technology Program to provide education, training, and assistance on the use of technology to older adults (60 years and up) and adults with disabilities. We have staff dedicated to providing this service to qualifying community members at all 22 Kern County Library branches.
Our goal is to connect older adults & adults with disabilities to technology and help reduce isolation, increase connections & enhance self-confidence.
Assistance will be available in-person by appointment or on a walk-in basis at the Beale Memorial Library. All other branches will be offering appointment-based virtual assistance.
Services offered:
- Basic Computer Programs
- Assistance with Printing, Copying & Faxing
- Applications: How to Access & Download apps, games, ebooks, etc.
- How to Use Your Device: iPhone, Android & Tablets
- Internet – How to Connect, Use, & Keep Safe
- Emailing
- Internet Safety: Ads, Pop-ups, Malware, & More
- Online Forms & Applications
- How to Search Online
- Documents – How to Create & Download
- Organizing Your Photos
- Scheduling Online Appointments
- Connect with Family & Friends
- Scams & How to Avoid Them
Need more info? Call 661.868.0701
A partnership between the Kern County Library and the Kern County Department of Aging & Adult Services.
