Safer Internet Day proves computer confidence can be found at your local library.
Maria Galinato from Virginia first began seeking help with her computer skills when her confidence was shattered in an online scam a few years back.
“I was quite scared to go online and found coming to the one-on-one tech help sessions at the Library really helped me gain independence when going on my computer”.
Up until this point Ms Galinato relied on her children to show her how to trouble-shoot any issues on her computer or phone. Unfortunately, a lot of the time they would do it so quickly she was unable to learn the basics.
I was quite scared to go online and found coming to the one-on-one tech help sessions at the Library really helped me gain independence when going on my computer.
“When I book into a session, I would let Sarah [Tech Help staff member] know I wanted to learn how to do this or that on the computer or phone and she would be so patient and show me how to do it”. Ms Galinato recalls.
Sarah Nelson, Digital Literacy and Programs Officer, runs sessions at both Playford Library locations and has said that understanding and using technology is more important than ever in everyday life.
“Technology is becoming a vital part of functioning in the community, and it can be isolating and frustrating if you do not understand it. One on One [Tech Help sessions] are about bridging the gap and building confidence in using technology, on their terms”.
One on One Tech and Career Help sessions are free to attend and are held at both Playford Library locations, bookings are essential. See more information below or call the library on: 8256 0333.
One on One Tech and Career Help Sessions
Tuesdays
10am – 12pm
Stretton Centre Library
307 Peachey Road, Munno Para
Fridays
10am – 3pm
Civic Centre Library
10 Playford Boulevard, Elizabeth
Special Session
Scam Awareness and Internet Safety – Get ScamFit with nbn
Wednesday 22 February
2 – 3.30pm
Free, Bookings Essential
Civic Centre Library
10 Playford Boulevard, Elizabeth