SeniorNet in your pocket
SeniorHangouts is the online version of a SeniorNet Learning Centre.
SeniorHangouts offers a wide range of topics to help the senior community make their way in the digital world with confidence and trust. The Lessons are 30 minutes, small bite-sized, LIVE talks delivered by our friendly and experienced Buddies (tutors).Our topics include:
- Social Media
- Entertainment
- Connecting with Friends & Family
- Microsoft, Apple and Google Products
- Online Government Services
- Online Shopping & Finances
- Devices & Gadgets
- Special Interest Groups
- Your online security
- Productivity & Utility Tools
- SeniorNet-Westpac Banking Workshops
SeniorHangouts is our popular ‘online meeting place for seniors’. You can:
- Join in learning and conversations from the comfort of your armchair and from the safety of your own home.
- Easily connect to a live session and participate (or just watch and listen).
- Access all of the previously broadcast sessions – so you can catch up at any time.
Come and join other seniors having fun at SeniorNet Learning Centres and online through SeniorHangouts.
You will learn more about
- connecting with your family and friends
- having fun online
- getting the most from your devices
- using internet banking and online shopping while staying safe online
- where to access government websites
- how to access your health information
SeniorNet, and SeniorHangouts, are a community learning network that supports and motivates people to confidently use technology in their everyday lives…
To join SeniorNet or find out more about SeniorNet click here – SeniorNet
No matter what stage you are at in your digital journey be it
- Beginner (little or no understanding of computers or mobile technologies),
- Intermediate (relatively confident with technology and able to communicate online using social media, emails etc) or
- Advanced (confident user of technology with a desire to learn more)
We offer a wide range of sessions suited to your needs.
A great team of fellow members ready to pass on the knowledge they have to help other members of SeniorHangouts. We call them Buddies here on SeniorHangouts, Presenter or Teacher sounds far too formal!
SeniorHangouts is free to all SeniorNet members
It is very easy. Simply Register with SeniorHangouts and the rest is easy (click here to Register)
If you have any questions about how this works please contact us, or talk with your SeniorNet Centre – they know how this works.
What our members say about SeniorHangouts
SeniorNet through its Virtual Learning Centre SeniorHangouts has touched many lives and helped several seniors step into digital space with confidence and trust.
During the lockdown, seniors throughout New Zealand are using the internet to keep on top of the latest COVID-19 news, purchase their groceries and stay in touch with family and friends. For those not online already, some everyday activities have become a struggle. That’s why Google New Zealand is sponsoring SeniorNet New Zealand in an effort to ensure all Kiwis are able to make full use of the internet to remain independent and active in society.
SeniorNet is an incredible and much needed resource for older adults. Technology moves at such a fast pace, it’s often hard for people of all ages to keep up. We’re excited to be partnering with SeniorNet to better support the health and technology needs of older adults.
AMI is supporting older adults to build confidence in doing more online, including managing their insurance by partnering with SeniorNet With more Kiwis choosing to use online channels, AMI is investing in making your online insurance tools straightforward and easy to use. AMI’s and SeniorNet’s partnership means that those of us who need a little more support navigating online insurance options like paying a bill, viewing an insurance policy or making a claim can access this in a safe and friendly environment.
Westpac is proud to be associated with SeniorNet in supporting those in the 50+ age group in local communities to build up their confidence with banking technology.
