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Generations on Line
Generations on Line is a nonprofit corp. to: foster and promote Internet literacy, access and skills to the elderly; overcome older persons' fear and reluctance of the new electronic media; and stimulate and encourage communication among generations. They provide simplified Internet software, support materials and service to retirement communities, long-term care and assisted living facilities, private and subsidized housing, senior centers, and public libraries nationwide.
Contact information:
www.generationsonline.com
SeniorNet of Minneapolis
Minneapolis SeniorNet provides low cost computer classes for people over the age of 50. Beginning (fundamental) classes range from learning mouse skills and personal computer basic functions to simple management of files and managing your PC. The next level deals with applications for word processing, email, Internet, spreadsheets and photo editing. Two-hour classes are held one day a week for four weeks at the Minneapolis Technical and Community College in the Wells Center at 1403 Harmon Avenue. The cost for a class is $25. The site has a link to class schedules.
Contact information:
www.seniornet-mpls.org
Wired Seniors: A Fervent Few
This report on the Pew Internet & American Life Project indicates that despite the fact that more older adults are going online, the number of "wired" seniors is still relatively small. However, Internet users aged 50-64 will really take advantage of the Internet as they grow older. Email to and from families, hobby information, reading and news and health and medical information are the main areas of interest of this group.
Contact information:
www.pewinternet.org/PPF/r/40/report_display.asp
