Free Computer Classes for Seniors

The Division on Aging is excited to offer free computer classes to seniors. Classes are offered in basic instruction, keyboarding, Microsoft Word, Windows, Excel, and Internet Access. Classes at the South Berkeley and  West Berkeley Senior Centers are conducted by Berkeley Adult School instructors Karen Berna-Hicks, Shawn Usha, and John Kirkmeyer. Volunteer instructors Howard Chin and Barbara Whitstock conduct classes at the North Berkeley Senior Center using Macintosh equipment. Space is limited. Call and reserve your seat today!

South Berkeley Classes

South Berkeley Center
2939 Ellis St
Berkeley, CA 94703
(510) 981-5170

Monday through Friday
9:00 -10:30 a.m.: General Instruction with Shawn Usha
10:30 a.m. - 12:00 noon: Open Lab

Tuesday and Thursday
12:00 noon - 3:00 p.m.: Internet for Seniors with John Kirkmeyer

West Berkeley Classes

West Berkeley Center
1900 Sixth St
Berkeley CA, 94709
(510) 981-5180

Mondays

9:00 - 12:30 p.m.: General Instruction

Tuesdays

9:00 - 12:30 p.m.: General Instruction with Karen Berna-Hicks, instructor

Fridays

9:00 a.m.: General Instruction

North Berkeley Classes

North Berkeley Center
1901 Hearst Ave
Berkeley, CA 94705
(510) 981-5190

Tuesdays

9:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.: Internet class (Windows and MAC) with Barbara Whitstock

Wednesdays

9:30 - 11:00 a.m.: General Instruction with Howard Chin (must have some experience)

Fridays

9:30 - 11:30 a.m.: Dell Computers (Windows) with Polo Talnir, beginners welcome

Note: Drop-in use of computers available when there are no classes for those who have been approved to do so by an instructor.

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Health & Human Services Division on Aging 2939 Ellis Street Berkeley, CA 94703 (510) 981-5200 FAX: (510) 981-5220 TDD: (510) 981-6903 Email: seniors@ci.berkeley.ca.us