The St. Mark Lutheran Church in Howard is hosting a free technology class aimed at older adults aged 50 and above. The class, which takes place at 11 a.m. on May 7, is organized by the Mid-State Literacy Council in collaboration with Senior Planet from AARP as part of a program to assist older adults in acquiring online skills.
During the in-person class, participants will learn how to research, purchase, and save on prescription drugs using various online tools. To sign up for the class, individuals can email [email protected] or call 814-383-4882. The Mid-State Literacy Council, a nonprofit organization established in 1971, works towards bringing literacy in all its forms to adults in Centre and Clearfield counties. To learn more about the organization’s programs, interested individuals can visit mid-stateliteracycouncil.org.
The Mid-State Literacy Council offers a range of programs aimed at improving literacy levels among adults in Centre and Clearfield counties. These include adult basic education classes, GED preparation courses, English language learning classes, and digital literacy training sessions like the one being offered on May 7 at St. Mark Lutheran Church.
The class is open to anyone who wants to learn more about how to use technology to research and purchase prescription drugs online safely and efficiently. Participants will have access to experts from Senior Planet who will provide guidance on how to navigate various websites and tools that offer discounts on medications. They will also learn how to compare prices between different retailers and identify potential scams or frauds that people should be aware of when buying prescription drugs online.
The Mid-State Literacy Council has been working closely with Senior Planet from AARP for several years now to provide older adults with the skills they need to stay connected with their communities and families through technology. This partnership has resulted in many successful programs that have helped improve digital literacy levels among older adults in the region.
In addition to providing technology training sessions like the one being offered on May 7, the Mid-State Literacy Council also offers other services such as tutoring for children, English language learning classes for immigrants, and adult basic education courses for those who want to improve their reading and writing skills.
Overall, this free technology class focused on online prescription drug resources is an excellent opportunity for older adults aged 50 and above living in Howard area
