Aging Together: A Peer Support Program
Mondays | October 5-December 7 | 10:00 am-11:30am
Technology for Better Living
Connect with accessible and equitable technology programs for a healthier and happier life.
Technology for Better Living
Connect with accessible and equitable technology programs for a healthier and happier life.
Our Philosophy
Everyone is a learner—no matter their age, abilities, or past experience with technology. Instead of one teacher delivering the same lesson to everyone, we create space for participants to learn with and from each other.
Why does this matter? Because we might have the same goals but absorb and use information differently. Vision, hearing, dexterity, and confidence vary widely, but none of that should determine who “counts” as a real learner.
A Learning-Community Model
Our approach is designed to honor differences in learning styles. To achieve this we offer two-part mini-courses plus an optional, hands-on clinic staffed with:
2 instructors for group guidance
Tech volunteer for one-to-one support.
How Our Offerings Work
- Lectures: one-off, 90-minute sessions
- Series: 3 two-hour classes
- Workshops: 1 two-hour session including lecture and hands-on learning
Our Three-Step Sequence
Every topic follows a clear, confidence-building path:
Get Comfortable
Introduction to the topic in an accessible way
Get Confident
Practice and reinforce skills
Use It
Apply learning in a hands-on clinic setting
Tech Tutoring
Schedule a free one-hour tutoring appointment with one of our tech wizards. Bring your questions about any device – computer, tablet, or smart phone.
Call 415-456-9062 to schedule an appointment.
Technology Center
Open Hours
Monday: 9:00am-3:00pm
Tuesday-Friday: 9:00am – 5:00pm
Need to browse the internet, print something, or want to take a self-paced computer course? Check in at Guest Services to get set up on one of the Vivalon computers. Headsets and large-print keyboards are available to use.
Registration not required. Check in at Guest Services.
Who Is Eligible?
- Residents of Marin County, age 60+
- Individuals with disabilities of any age
What Does It Cost?
Nothing! Vivalon’s digital programs are free for eligible individuals thanks to our generous funders.
Digital Empowerment Week 2026
In April, older adults from across the community came together at Vivalon to build confidence with everyday technology through hands-on learning and personalized support.
Thank you to everyone who joined us!
Thank You
Thanks to generous funding from City Bridge Laguna Honda, Vivalon is able to continue offering technology classes that bring older adults together to learn, connect, and build confidence with today’s digital tools. We’re deeply grateful for their support in making technology more accessible to everyone.
News, Classes & Events!
Vivalon After Dark: A Stage for Everyone with Corey Rosen
Thursday | October 29 | 6:00 pm-8:00 pm
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