Converse Home Senior Planet Spring/Summer Classes 2025
2026-04-23 10:30 - 12:00, 2026-04-30 10:30 - 12:00, 2026-05-07 10:30 - 12:00, 2026-05-14 10:30 - 12:00, 2026-05-21 10:30 - 12:00, 2026-05-28 10:30 - 12:00 UTC
5/29 – Thursday, 10:30 am – 12:00 pm: Smartphones,
6/5 – Thursday, 10:30 am – 12:00 pm: Messaging Apps,
6/12 – Thursday, 10:30 am – 12:00 pm: Video Chat,
6/19 – Thursday, 10:30 am – 12:00 pm: Intro to Managing Your Privacy,
6/26 – Thursday, 10:30 am – 12:00 pm: Protecting Your Personal Information Online

A4TD Mature Worker Workforce Program 2026 Cohorts 1-4
2026-04-24 10:00 - 12:00
Cohort #
Cohort 1
Cohort 2
Cohort 3
Cohort 4
Cohort 5
Cohort 6
Cohort 7

Class Level
Beginner
Beginner
Intermediate
Beginner
Beginner
Beginner
Intermediate

Start & End Dates
Feb. 3rd – Mar. 12th
Feb. 4th – Mar. 13th
Mar. 24th – Apr. 30th
Mar. 25th – May. 1st
Mar. 25th – May. 1st
May. 12th – Jun. 18th
May. 13th – Jun. 19th

Class Times
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
12:15 PM – 2:15 PM
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

# of Participants
10 Participants
10 Participants
10 Participants
11 Participants
10 Participants
11 Participants
10 Participants

Class #
Class Topic – Basic Literacy
Class Topic – Intermediate Literacy
Week Days
Tuesday & Thursday
Wednesday and Friday
Tuesday & Thursday
Wednesday and Friday
Wednesday and Friday
Tuesday & Thursday
Wednesday and Friday

1
Introduction to the Computer
Introduction to Search Engines & AI
Week 1
2/3/2026
2/6/2026
3/24/2026
3/25/2026
3/25/2026
5/12/2026
5/13/2026

2
Introduction to Zoom Meetings
Microsoft OneDrive
Week 1
2/5/2026
2/11/2026
3/26/2026
3/27/2026
3/27/2026
5/14/2026
5/15/2026

3
Understanding the Smartphone
Microsoft PowerPoint
Week 2
2/10/2026
2/13/2026
3/31/2026
4/1/2026
4/1/2026
5/19/2026
5/20/2026

4
Protect Yourself from Scams
Advanced Microsoft Word
Week 2
2/12/2026
2/18/2026
4/2/2026
4/3/2026
4/3/2026
5/21/2026
5/22/2026

5
Introduction to AI
Advanced Microsoft Word Workshop
Week 3
2/17/2026
2/20/2026
4/7/2026
4/8/2026
4/8/2026
5/26/2026
5/27/2026

6
Outlook
Advanced Microsoft Excel
Week 3
2/19/2026
2/25/2026
4/9/2026
4/10/2026
4/10/2026
5/28/2026
5/29/2026

7
Word
Advanced Microsoft Excel Workshop
Week 4
2/24/2026
2/27/2026
4/14/2026
4/15/2026
4/15/2026
6/2/2026
6/3/2026

8
Excel
Advanced Microsoft Outlook
Week 4
2/26/2026
3/4/2026
4/16/2026
4/17/2026
4/17/2026
6/4/2026
6/5/2026

9
PowerPoint
Advanced Microsoft Outlook Workshop
Week 5
3/3/2026
3/6/2026
4/21/2026
4/22/2026
4/22/2026
6/9/2026
6/10/2026

10
Microsoft to Google
LinkedIn
Week 5
3/5/2026
3/11/2026
4/23/2026
4/24/2026
4/24/2026
6/11/2026
6/12/2026

11
Career Workshops
Career Workshop
Week 6
3/10/2026
3/13/2026
4/28/2026
4/29/2026
4/29/2026
6/16/2026
6/17/2026

12
Career Workshops
Career Workshop
Week 6
3/12/2026
3/18/2026
4/30/2026
5/1/2026
5/1/2026
6/18/2026
6/19/2026

A4TD Mature Worker Workforce Program 2026 Cohort 5
2026-04-24 12:15 - 14:15, 2026-04-29 12:15 - 14:15, 2026-05-01 12:15 - 14:15

BPU Q2 Classes 2026
2026-04-30 16:45 - 18:15, 2026-05-07 16:45 - 18:15, 2026-05-14 16:45 - 18:15, 2026-05-21 16:45 - 18:15
Class #
Date
Topic

16
4/2/2026
Google Translate: Phone

17
4/9/2026
Direct Tech Assistance

18
4/16/2026
Processing Online Payments

19
4/30/2026
MyChart

20
5/7/2026
Direct Tech Assistance

21
5/14/2026
Google Classroom

22
5/21/2026
WhatsApp

23
6/4/2026
Direct Tech Assistance

24
6/18/2026
Keyboards & Typing

25
6/25/2026
Google Drive

SeniorPlanet Williston Parks & Rec Spring/Summer '26
2026-05-05 12:30 - 13:30
Thanks to our partnership with Williston Parks & SeniorPlanet, This lunch-and-learn class series is provided for free to older adults in the Chittenden Area looking to expand their digital literacy skills.
Time: 12:30pm – 1:30pm
Location: R.E.C. Zone, 94 Harvest Lane, Williston, VT
Dates:

Feb. 3 – Facebook
Mar. 3 – Online Health Resources
Apr. 7 – Smartphone Photography
May 5 – Intro to Managing your Privacy

A4TD Mature Worker Workforce Program 2026 Cohorts 6-7
2026-05-12 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-05-13 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-05-14 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-05-15 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-05-19 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-05-20 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-05-21 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-05-22 10:00 - 12:00 and 5 more dates

AARP Tech Thursdays 2026
2026-05-14 12:00 - 13:30, 2026-05-28 12:00 - 13:30
Class #
AARP Theme
Topic
Tech Educator
AARP Staff
AARP Vol
Date
Time
Description

1
Work and Jobs
LinkedIn
Maliki LaForce
Erin

1/8/2026
12-1:30 pm
LinkedIn is a helpful tool that allows anyone to find and apply for jobs quickly. Utilizing this form of social media has become crucial in today’s job market

2
Work and Jobs
Zoom
Maliki LaForce
Erin

1/22/2026
12-1:30 pm
Zoom is a common communication tool used to help connect globally. Learn what all of the functions of Zoom are and what you can do while in a Zoom Meeting as a Zoom participant.

3
Work and Jobs
Job Search Engines
Maliki LaForce
Erin

2/5/2026
12-1:30 pm
Job Boards have begun to appear online and are one of the best ways to find jobs in your community. Learn how to utilize them for your benefit, including Indeed, Monster, and more.

4
Work and Jobs
Building a Resume: An Intro to Microsoft Word*
Maliki LaForce
Erin

2/19/2026
12-1:30 pm
Microsoft Word is a text-based software that allows us to make a resume. Learn how to use Microsoft Word in this way alongside Resume tips and tricks from tech professionals

5
Savings
Venmo**
Maliki LaForce
Erin

3/5/2026
12-1:30 pm
Venmo is a Peer-to-Peer service that allows us to send money and track our transactions just from an app on our phone. Learn how to use it, send others money, and how to see your transactions

6
Savings
Budgeting your Money with Microsoft Excel*
Damien Royer
Erin

3/19/2026
12-1:30 pm
Microsoft Excel is a spreadsheet software often used for budgeting. Learn how to use Microsoft Excel in this fashion, learning how to make math automatic, create a spreadsheet, and easily budget

7
Fraud Prevention
Online Scam Prevention*
Maliki LaForce
Erin

4/2/2026
12-1:30 pm
Scams are everywhere, especially online. In this class, we’ll showcase many examples of online scams, breaking them down, and how to avoid them when on the internet

8
Fraud Prevention
Phone Scam Prevention**
Maliki LaForce
Erin

4/16/2026
12-1:30 pm
Scams are everywhere, especially over the phone. In this class, we’ll talk about the many phone scams there are, the commonalities between all scams, and how to identify a scammer

9
Fraud Prevention
Fundamentals of Internet Privacy
Maliki LaForce
Erin

5/14/2026
12-1:30 pm
What we do online is always being tracked; In this class, you’ll learn smart ways to prevent online tracking and how it occurs, including cookies, browsers for privacy, and VPNs

10
Fraud Prevention
Scams & AI: How Have Scams Evolved
Maliki LaForce
Erin

5/28/2026
12-1:30 pm
Scams are constantly evolving, especially with Artificial Intelligence. Learn how AI has developed scams and the best modern ways to find if something is a scam.

11
Travel and Fun
Intro to Google Maps
Maliki LaForce
Erin

6/11/2026
12-1:30 pm
Embark on a journey that will broaden your horizons with “Google Maps 101,” a class presented by the non-profit education organization Technology for Tomorrow. This session will cover the fundamental features of Google Maps like navigation, exploring your location, and tool utilization. Elevate your understanding of GPS, and localized service searches so you can find just where you need to go, and anything you might need along the way! Join us on an adventure as we explore enhanced digital wayfinding!

12
Travel and Fun
Google Maps: Using the 3D Map
Maliki LaForce
Erin

6/25/2026
12-1:30 pm
In this Google Maps 102 class, we’ll learn about the 3D map- a way to explore the world from the comfort of your home, seeing the many sights the world has to offer

13
Travel and Fun
Google Translate
Maliki LaForce
Erin

7/23/2026
12-1:30 pm
Learn how to utilize Google Translate and translate 100+ languages via text, imagery, documents, or even websites! Through this class, you’ll learn how to interact with Google Translate’s interface on the computer alongside the new technology Google is releasing constantly to innovate the translation market

14
Travel and Fun
Google Photos
Maliki LaForce
Erin

8/20/2026
12-1:30 pm
This class will cover the basics of Google Photos, including use cases, uploading photos and videos from different sources, organize them using albums, basic photo editing features, and sharing

15
Phone Tech
Android Phone Accessibility
Maliki LaForce
Erin

9/3/2026
12-1:30 pm
Learn the many settings on an Android phone that are common for most all android phones, including how to make text bigger, the magnifying glass, and more

16
Phone Tech
iPhone Accessibility
Damien Royer
Erin

9/17/2026
12-1:30 pm
Learn the many settings on an iPhone that are common for most all android phones, including how to make text bigger, the magnifying glass, and more

17
Caregiving
MyChart**
Maliki LaForce
Erin

10/1/2026
12-1:30 pm
*NO LIVE DEMO* Learn about MyChart, a nationally-recognized app that tracks your Electronic Health Record, making it extremely easy to schedule doctor’s appointment, get a prescription, and more!

18
Caregiving
Password Management
Maliki LaForce
Erin

10/15/2026
12-1:30 pm
Having a lot of accounts online makes it hard to track our passwords. Learn ways to manage your passwords, including tips & tricks from tech professionals and password managers

19
Caregiving
Your Digital Legacy
Maliki LaForce
Erin

11/12/2026
12-1:30 pm
In this class, you’ll learn about EverPlans & other online tools for the computer to help store everything your family & will executors will need in one spot. You’ll learn how to make an EverPlans account, what information you may need to collect beforehand, cloud storage and how it can help you, and other forms of tech like Password Managers, TrustVault, Dead Man’s Switch, and Legacy Tools provided by popular organizations like Google and Apple.

20
Caregiving
Fitness & Health Applications**
Maliki LaForce
Erin

12/10/2026
12-1:30 pm
Learn about many of the fitness apps available to you on both Android and iPhone! This class uses MyFitnessPal, an app that has stayed consistently popular in the health scene, as a way to teach what these types of applications can do! Learn how to track your eating habits, exercise routine, weight loss, and much more!
