Free Classes
Our Neighborhood Tech Connect program helps seniors and people with disabilities use computers, tablets, and other technologies to connect with family members, manage their health, learn new skills, and more. The keys to digital inclusion are access, equipment and training. We also help participants sign up for low-cost internet service with ACP.
We offer services in Cantonese, Mandarin, Spanish, and English as detailed below.
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Free Virtual and In-Person Tech Classes and Help Desks
Not sure how to use Zoom? Want help reaching your doctor or family? Need tips on how to use social media? Our friendly and patient tech trainers are here to help! Our digital literacy trainers are reaching out to students by phone, email, WeChat, and Zoom to offer as much help as we can while keeping everyone physically distanced.
- Cantonese & Mandarin
- English
- One-on-One Tutoring (Cantonese & Mandarin, English and Spanish)
- Additional Tech Resources & Training
Cantonese & Mandarin Tech Classes
Join Wanda and her team of Chinese Language trainers virtually to learn a variety of skills in a community-Visit the Technology Training in Chinese page for more details about tech classes and more Chinese-Language Activities.
English Tech Classes, in-person and via Zoom
This includes classes to help people use accessible technologies for those with vision, hearing and other disabilities.
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- You don’t need to pre-register for classes ahead of time; just register 10-15 minutes before class start time.
- Once you register, you will receive an email from Zoom a few minutes later that contains a link at the bottom of it that is specifically for you. If you use the link in the email, you will not have to register every time. Click on this sentence for more information about the Zoom email.
- NOTE: For all in-person classes, you must sign up ahead of time by emailing tech@sfcommunityliving.org or calling (415) 821-1003, extension 109 to reserve your place.
- In-person San Francisco locations:
- CLC Main Office, 1663 Missions Street, Suite 525
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Apple & Android Help Desk, Mondays 10:00am-11:30am (Virtual – English)
Join Liz to learn more about your Apple & Android devices, whether it’s a desktop computer, laptop, smartphone, or tablet. Bring your questions!
Internet Safety Help Desk, Tuesdays 9:00am-10:30am (Virtual – English)
Come join Yvan’s new Internet Safety class – Tuesdays are in English, and Fridays are in Spanish.
Computer Basics Help Desk, Wednesdays 11:00am-12:30pm (Virtual – English)
Welcome to this class’s new day and time! Join Molly to get all your questions answered!
Take a Fun Journey with the Digital Passport (In-Person and Virtual – English)
Join Marie Jobling as CLC re-launches future voyages in support of the Digital Passport program, starting with free and fun overviews during Thursdays in February, both in the CLC Office and on Zoom.
Thursday Tech Topics, Every Other Thursday 3:30-5:30pm (Virtual – English)
Join Maia to learn how to use different online applications to make your device-using experiences more personalized and productive. This class is open for CLC staff and participants.
Viernes Seguirdad en Internet, Fridays, 10-11am (Virtual – Spanish)
Come join Yvan’s new class – Tuesdays are in English, and Fridays are in Spanish.
One-On-One Tech Help Appointments
in English, Cantonese, Mandarin, and Spanish
Our tutors can also provide one-on-one help in multiple languages. Just call 415-821-1003 x109 or email tech@sfcommunityliving.org to set up an appointment. To get the best match with one of our tutors, please let us know your preferred language, the device you’re using (Mac, PC, Android Tablet or Phone, iPad, or iPhone), whether you have Internet access at home, and what you’d like help with.
Additional Tech Resources & Training
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- Low-Cost Internet Access
- Low-Cost Computers, Tablets, and Smartphones
- The Department of Disability & Aging Services offers more training
- Accessibility Resources