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Senior Planet in Colorado Newsletter
December 12-16, 2022
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| Greetings! |
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In-Person, One-on-One Tech Assistance 📱
- Did you know? We have tech assistance available every Tuesday morning and Wednesday afternoon! To sign up for an appointment, please call 720-520-9411, email [email protected], or stop by the center.
Winter Multi-Week Courses ☃️
What classes would you like to see next quarter? Email [email protected] if you have recommendations. We won't be able to respond to every request, but all comments are helpful when planing our center's schedule!
Have a great week! We'll see you online and at the center.
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Aaron A. Santis
Senior Planet Colorado, Program Lead |
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LAST CHANCE: Apply for Senior Planet Sponsored Athlete 2023!
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For the fourth year, Senior Planet from AARP is putting out a “call for athletes” to become a Senior Planet Sponsored Athlete. Are you an older adult who is ready to share your fitness journey with the Senior Planet community? Enter by Monday, December 12, and you could become a 2023 Senior Planet Sponsored Athlete and receive a $1000 prize to be used toward achieving your fitness goals!
| Learn More & Apply Here by 12/12 |
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Giving Tuesday Update: We Did It!
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Senior Planet and OATS from AARP are happy to announce that with the help of over 500 generous participants, we were able to raise over $62,000 this Giving Tuesday!
Thank you to everyone who helped us reach this monumental new fundraising height, and thank you to AARP and UnitedHealthcare for proving the matching funds.
With your support, more older adults can use technology to stay engaged, healthy, financially secure, and connected with family and friends. |
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Affordable Connectivity Program
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 Fridays at 2:30pm MST
IN-PERSON @ the Senior Planet center
7585 E Academy Blvd. Denver, CO 80230
In this hands-on workshop, you’ll verify your eligibility for the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) and apply for the program using the online application! ACP is a permanent, government program that helps qualifying low-income households pay for internet service and connected devices. In some cases, depending on your internet plan, the ACP discount may help you get home internet for free! This program replaces the Emergency Broadband Benefit (EBB) program and expands the eligibility requirements so more people are eligible to participate. Once your application is accepted, contact an Internet Service Provider about getting home internet.
No registration required! |
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| Learn from Our Volunteers |
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Virtual Tech Volunteers
- “WACI” ( Windows Android Computers Internet) – Michael and Judy Yublosky will assist you is a small group on Zoom with all things not Apple. Click this link to join! (Please note, WACI has a new link)
- “Apple Addicts” – Dave Taenzer will assist you in a small group on Zoom. Click this link to join.
- Tuesdays from 9:30am – 10:30am MST
– iPhones & iPads
- Thursdays from 9:30am – 10:30am MST
– Mac laptops & desktops
In-Person Volunteers
- Windows/Android – Sign up for a Tuesday morning appointment with Doodle! To sign up for an appointment, please call 720-520-9411, email [email protected], or stop by the center.
- Apple Assistants – Dave Taenzer will assist you in a small group at the center! Come with your Apple-related questions and listen to what other are seeking help with.
- Apple One-on-One – Sign up for a Wednesday afternoon appointment with Ed! To sign up for an appointment, please call 720-520-9411, email [email protected], or stop by the center.
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Upcoming Online Classes
***In-person classes listed below this section*** |
Join these classes from the comfort of your home using Zoom!
Learn how to use Zoom Video Conferencing: English Instructions / Spanish Instructions
Fitness Events – Keep moving!
Monday, December 12, 2022
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Intro to Translation Tools
Monday, December 12 | 9:00am to 10:00am MST
View event
This lecture will introduce digital translation tools and apps, such as Google Translate.
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Practicing with Google Docs
Monday, December 12 | 10:30am to 11:30am MST
View event
Whatever your word processing needs, Google Docs can help!
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Open Discussion – Lunch & Learn
Monday, December 12 | 11:30am to 12:30pm MST
View event
Join this discussion group to connect with Senior Planet participants from all over the country!
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Pride Discussion Group
Monday, December 12 | 2:00pm to 3:00pm MST
View event
Join us for a weekly, lively discussions about all things LGBT+!
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Tuesday, December 13, 2022
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#AgeFriendly
Tuesday, December 13 | 10:30am to 11:30am MST
View event
In this lecture, you’ll learn about the WHO’s eight elements of an age-friendly city and what makes a business age-friendly.
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Verizon Volunteer Group Talk
Tuesday, December 13 | 3:00pm to 4:00pm MST
View event
Bring your questions, suggestions and ideas to share with a tech-savvy Verizon volunteer and Senior Planet staff.
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Wednesday, December 14, 2022
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Online Tools for Contacting Your Lawmakers
Wednesday, December 14 | 8:30am to 9:30am MST
View event
Learn how online tools can help you stay informed and get your voice heard.
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Graphic Design Tools
Wednesday, December 14 | 9:00am to 10:00am MST
View event
Looking for a creative outlet? Try your hand at one or more free, user-friendly, web-based graphic design tools!
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Open Discussion – Lunch & Learn
Wednesday, December 14 | 11:30am to 12:30pm MST
View event
Join this discussion group to connect with Senior Planet participants from all over the country!
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Thursday, December 15, 2022
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Tech Discussion Group – Lunch & Learn
Thursday, December 15 | 11:30am to 12:30pm MST
View event
Come discuss different topics related to the latest technology trends and news.
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Friday, December 16, 2022
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TikTok
Friday, December 16 | 10:30am to 11:30am MST
View event
This presentation will introduce you to the video-based social media platform TikTok, its rise to global popularity, and most common features, including privacy settings.
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Aging Discussion Group – Lunch & Learn
Friday, December 16 | 11:30am to 12:30pm MST
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Join this Aging Discussion Group to have open conversations about aging.
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Upcoming In-Person Classes
Join these classes at the Senior Planet center in Lowry! Registration is required for in-person programs
Monday, December 12, 2022
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Wearables
Monday, December 12 | 1:00pm to 2:00pm MST
View event
*REGISTRATION REQUIRED*
Join Senior Planet in Colorado for our Wearables lecture, in person!
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Tech Tank Pilot Program
(Walk-ins Welcome, No Registration Required!)
Monday, December 12 | 2:30pm to 3:30pm MST
View event
*IN- PERSON*
Join Senior Planet in Colorado for our Pilot Tech Tank, in person!
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Networking on LinkedIn
Monday, December 12 | 3:45pm to 4:45pm MST
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*IN- PERSON*
Join Senior Planet in Colorado for our Networking on Linkedin lecture, in person!
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Wednesday, December 14, 2022
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Open Group Tech Talks
Wednesday, December 14 | 11:30am to 12:30pm MST
View event
*IN- PERSON*
Join Senior Planet in Colorado for our open tech talk in person!
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Open Group Tech Talks
Wednesday, December 14 | 2:30pm to 3:30pm MST
View event
*IN- PERSON*
Join Senior Planet in Colorado for our Open Tech Talks, in person!
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Friday, December 16, 2022
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Affordable Connectivity Program
Friday, December 16 | 2:30pm to 3:45pm MST
View event
*IN- PERSON*
Join Senior Planet in Colorado for our ACP workshop in person!
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National Online Classes
 Be sure to check out online class offerings from our other Senior Planet locations across the country. This is a great chance to meet new friends while learning together!
Tap or click the button below to view all national classes, including our fitness programming. |
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| Virtual & Phone Tech Help |
- Learn Zoom Video Conferencing:
English Instructions | Spanish Instructions
- Senior Planet National Tech Hotline: 888-713-3495
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| Additional Resources |
Free Covid Test: Covid Check Colorado
OATS Commitment to Justice: Statement
Election & Voting Information: Colorado Secretary of State
Contact Your Lawmakers: Countable.us
Senior Planet COVID-19: Resource Guide
Coronavirus (COVID-19): Center for Disease Control (CDC)
Denver Metro Transportation: DRMAC Getting There App
Denver Metro Area Agency on Aging: DRCOG/AAA 303-480-6700
Denver Public Library: Extensive Services & Events
FREE & Low-Cost Tech & Internet: Services in Denver |
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