many seniors in El Paso are discovering just how empowering it can be to master their devices, and there are free local resources ready to help.

Why Learn Tech Now? Staying connected is more important than ever. Technology can:

• Help you stay in touch with loved ones through video calls, text messages, and emails.
• Let you explore new hobbies like digital photography, music, or reading online books.Keep your mind active with games, puzzles, and online classes.
• Help you manage your health with apps for tracking medications, appointments, or fitness.
• The best part? You don’t have to learn it all at once—and you don’t have to do it alone.

Free Local Tech Help and Classes for Seniors

Several places in El Paso offer free tech classes just for seniors. Here are a few you can check out:

• El Paso Public Library – Tech Tuesdays & One-on-One Help

Most branches of the El Paso Public Library offer Tech Tuesdays, where seniors can drop in for free tech help. Whether you need assistance setting up a smartphone, using email, or downloading an app, friendly library staff are there to walk you through it.

Bonus: Some locations also offer one-on-one appointments. Call your local branch to schedule a time that works for you.

www.elpasolibrary.org

EPCC’s Senior Adult Program offers free courses throughout the year—including beginner computer classes, how to use smartphones, and even how to stay safe online.

The classes are relaxed, beginner-friendly, and full of friendly faces. Many students come back again and again for different topics.

Call (915) 831-7801 or visit www.epcc.edu

• Conviva Wellness Activity Center (Open to the public) – Technology For Seniors Class

The Conviva Wellness Activity Center is open to the public and free. Conviva hosts popular weekly “Technology for Seniors” classes to help seniors get familiar and comfortable with technology. 

Call (915) 330-2317 for the class schedule and a free tour of the Conviva Primary Care Facility

Tips to Get Comfortable with Technology

• Start small. Choose one thing you want to learn—like sending a text or using YouTube.
• Write things down. Take notes during class or when someone helps you. Keep a “tech notebook.”
• Practice regularly. Repetition helps. Set aside 10–15 minutes a day to practice.
• Ask for help. Your children, grandchildren, or neighbors may be happy to show you.
• Stay patient. Everyone learns at their own pace, and it’s okay to ask questions more than once.
• You’re Not Alone

Hundreds of seniors across El Paso are learning to navigate the digital world—and you can too. Whether you want to stream music, look up a recipe, or FaceTime your grandkids, help is just around the corner. With a little time and a few friendly guides, technology can become your new best friend.

So let’s talk tech, El Paso—it’s never too late to connect, learn, and explore something new!