SeniorNet settles into new home

The new term brings a new location for SeniorNet Stratford, as they have now taken up residence at the Stratford Community House on Juliet Street.

"The room is fresh and bright and is easily accessible for everyone," says secretary and tutor Gordon Gibbons, adding that with plenty of parking outside, "there is no excuse not to come along and give it a go".

Course co-ordinator Peter Hartley, says becoming computer literate is important at all ages.

With computers you can keep up with family and friends, you can manage your banking and other business online and you can explore new hobbies such as digital photography.

Course co-ordinator Peter Hartley

Tutor Raewyn Rosser says she enjoys helping people learn new skills, and feels it is important to make sure she stays upskilled as new programmes and features come out. Computers aren't just for email and social media such as Facebook she adds, "you can play games such as cards online, it can become quite a social thing".

For student Jan Carpenter, updating her knowledge is important. "I am installing Windows 10 at home so want to learn about that, plus I have a small part time job and being able to use a computer well makes that much easier."

Fellow pupil, Anne Taylor, says she has been using Excel to compare race betting systems "which has been really helpful," as well as using the internet for research. "It's another tool to use, so I like making sure I can use it as well as possible."

Gordon says the new term starts on October 12, and there are lots of courses available for new and current students. "Come along and find out more, see what we can offer and give yourself the chance to learn new skills, brush up on old ones and make some great lasting friendships with like-minded people."