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Seniors, feeling left out of the computer age? Families, do you know a senior who wants to learn computer basics? The Chula Vista Public Library and the San Diego Futures Foundation have partnered to offer a free six-week series of classes for those 62 years and older at the Civic Center Branch Library, 365 F Street. The classes will be held Mondays and Wednesdays, from January 25 through March 2, from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Senior Tech Ambassadors will lead each class, teaching basic computer skills, such as keyboard and mouse functions, safe Internet browsing and keyword searches, creating and managing files, and social media. Space is limited; to reserve a spot, please call (619) 269-1684, ext. 213, or online at www.sdfutures.org/programs/digital-literacy-for-62.

Data from the Pew Research Center show that 41% of adults ages 65 and older don’t use a computer. Most “offline” seniors say they would need help if they were to go online. The top motivations are to maintain connections with family and friends, shopping and health information. Within the library itself, many processes and services are digitized and online, giving patrons access to a world of information. The San Diego Futures Foundation is a nonprofit agency established to bridge the digital divide in San Diego. As part of its mission, the foundation increases access to technology for seniors, low-income households, and people with disabilities.