DANEnet’s Digital Skills Offerings
Adults can gain basic computer skills and get help with tech questions in our free Digital Skills Classes or Computer Help Clinics held at libraries and community centers.
- Digital Skills Classes – held with small groups (typically 5-12 individuals) where an educator teaches about a specific topic, such as computer basics, email, cyber security, or cellphone basics.
- Computer Help Clinics – one-on-one lessons for individuals to bring their unique tech questions and concerns to discuss with an educator or technician. 20-30 minute sessions are reserved for each client.
Upcoming Classes & Clinics
Digital Skills for Older Adults: iPhone/Android Basics
Monday, December 22, 2025
1:30-3:00pm at Monona Senior Center (1011 Nichols Rd, Monona, WI)
Smartphones are often a person’s most-used and most convenient tool for accessing the internet, but do you know how to make the best use of all the features, settings, and capabilities of your device? This class will share tips for making the most of your smartphones! Class is for adults 50+. Limited space, registration required. Register by calling Monona Senior Center at (608) 222-3415.
Digital Skills for Older Adults: Cybersecurity and Avoiding Scams
Tuesday, January 6, 2026
1:00-3:00pm at Oregon Area Senior Center (219 Park Street, Oregon, WI)
In today’s tech-driven world, the internet enhances communication, learning, and entertainment but also exposes users to online scams. Older adults are particularly vulnerable, with those over 60 losing an estimated $3.1 billion to scams in 2022. DANEnet’s cybersecurity class focuses on protecting your personal information—identity, data, and finances—online.
Class is for adults 50+. Limited space, registration required. Register by calling 608-835-5801 or emailing Oregon Area Senior Center.
Digital Skills for Older Adults: Virtual Healthcare
Tuesday, January 20, 2026
1:00-3:00pm at Oregon Area Senior Center (219 Park Street, Oregon, WI)
Do you know how your computer or smartphone can keep you more connected with your doctor? Your healthcare provider may offer essential services through online portals such as MyChart. This class will cover all of the different virtual healthcare options such as video conferencing platforms for virtual visits, scheduling, messaging, and more.
Class is for adults 50+. Limited space, registration required. Register by calling 608-835-5801 or emailing Oregon Area Senior Center.
Digital Skills for Older Adults: Android Smartphones
Tuesday, February 3, 2026
1:00-3:00pm at Oregon Area Senior Center (219 Park Street, Oregon, WI)
Smartphones are often a person’s most-used and most convenient tool for accessing the internet, but do you know how to make the best use of all the features, settings, and capabilities of your device? This class will share tips for making the most of your Android device!
Class is for adults 50+. Limited space, registration required. Register by calling 608-835-5801 or emailing Oregon Area Senior Center.
Digital Skills for Older Adults: iPhone Smartphones
Tuesday, February 17, 2026
1:00-3:00pm at Oregon Area Senior Center (219 Park Street, Oregon, WI)
Smartphones are often a person’s most-used and most convenient tool for accessing the internet, but do you know how to make the best use of all the features, settings, and capabilities of your device? This class will share tips for making the most of your iPhone and the iOS software!
Class is for adults 50+. Limited space, registration required. Register by calling 608-835-5801 or emailing Oregon Area Senior Center.
Digital Skills for Older Adults: Zoom
Tuesday, March 3, 2026
1:00-3:00pm at Oregon Area Senior Center (219 Park Street, Oregon, WI)
Smartphones are often a person’s most-used and most convenient tool for accessing the internet, but do you know how to make the best use of all the features, settings, and capabilities of your device? This class will share tips for making the most of your iPhone and the iOS software!
Class is for adults 50+. Limited space, registration required. Register by calling 608-835-5801 or emailing Oregon Area Senior Center.
Your Support Makes It Possible
If no classes or clinics are listed above, we do not yet have the funds to offer them. Please consider making a donation.
If you are a community center, senior center, or Dane County nonprofit agency interested in funding and/or hosting class/es or Computer Help Clinic/s for your clients (or even staff), we’d love to collaborate. Learn more about our class and clinic options here.