Smartphone Basics for Older Adults – Bilingual Sessions (6 Seminars)

The smartphone basics series is geared toward older adults with little-to-no tech savvy. Topics for the six seminars will include screening phone numbers, detecting fraudulent calls and texts, and using helpful features. Learn how to master your smartphone for peace of mind and stay safe in the Digital World. We will cover both Android and iPhone devices. These sessions will be held in both English and Spanish!

Dates and time

All bilingual sessions will be held from 9:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. at the Oceanside Country Club Senior Center. You can choose one, a few or all of the following Smartphone Basics seminars:

1. Smartphone essentials

Tuesday June 3, 2025
9:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.

• Control Center
• Settings
• Creating your voicemail greeting
• Connecting to Wi-Fi

2. Smartphone hardware basics

Tuesday June 10, 2025
9:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.

• Becoming familiar with the iPhone and Android
• Siri & Bixby AI assistant
• Airplane mode
• Checking your phone model
• What’s on the back of your phone?

3. Cybersecurity: Top scams targeting older adults

Tuesday June 17, 2025
9:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.

• Identifying top scams targeting older adults
• Protecting yourself from scammers
• What to do if you’ve been scammed
• Fraud statistics

4. Navigating the Internet/Finding a provider

Tuesday June 24, 2025
9:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.

• Internet browsers
• Safe browsing
• Navigating to the Regal Medical Group website
• Searching for a provider

5. QR codes/HealthyWay events calendar

Tuesday July 1, 2025
9:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.

• Opening/using your smartphone camera
• Scanning a QR code
• How to watch a video on HealthyWay
• How to bookmark HealthyWay page

6. Mobile email apps

Tuesday July 8, 2025
9:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.

• Email apps
• Managing your inbox

RSVP today! Seats are limited.

Medicare questions? A licensed insurance agent will be available onsite to assist you. License # 0H66782

Looking forward to seeing you there!

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