'Senior Planet' Offers Classes and Workshops for People 60+
Laura McQuarrie — February 29, 2016 — Life-Stages
References: seniorplanet.org & swiss-miss
'Senior Planet' is the name of a co-working space in New York City that's designed for a community of aging adults who want to learn digital skills that are relevant in today's ever-changing world. The Exploration Centers for people ages 60 and up is part of a project from the non-profit group Older Adults Technology Services, which provides classes, workshops, lectures and events in order to help this demographic thrive in the digital world, remain relevant in the workplace or learn to better manage their health with widely available technology.
Online, Senior Planet also serves as an educational hub on topics like how to share Internet links with friends, as well as social and cultural content like for seniors in a range of categories such as lifestyle, fashion and health.
Online, Senior Planet also serves as an educational hub on topics like how to share Internet links with friends, as well as social and cultural content like for seniors in a range of categories such as lifestyle, fashion and health.
Trend Themes
1. Senior Co-working Spaces - Creating co-working spaces specifically designed for aging adults to learn digital skills and remain relevant in the workplace.
2. Digital Skills for Aging Adults - Providing classes, workshops, lectures, and events to help aging adults thrive in the digital world and better manage their health with technology.
3. Educational Hubs for Seniors - Establishing online platforms that serve as educational hubs for seniors, offering content on topics like internet sharing, lifestyle, fashion, and health.
Industry Implications
1. Co-working Spaces - The co-working industry can create specialized spaces catering to aging adults with digital skill-building opportunities.
2. Technology Education - The technology education industry can offer classes, workshops, and events tailored to aging adults to help them navigate the digital world and improve their health management.
3. Online Learning Platforms - Online learning platforms can cater to seniors by offering educational content on various topics, including digital skills, lifestyle, fashion, and health.
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