"Getting Started"
How Do I Sign Up For Free Training?
No previous knowledge of computers is neccessary so if you, or someone you know would be interested in learning the basics of computer use, in a relaxed and friendly environment, then why not contact Age Action (contact details at end of page) for more information.
Please note: These courses are only intended for people aged 55yrs or older
The Story So Far...
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Already, residents at six Dublin City Council sheltered housing complexes have taken part in this exciting *free* IT training project.
Research shows that older people who receive computer training have enhanced self-esteem and mental ability, enjoy more social interaction between generations; more community involvement, more independence, and experience lower levels of loneliness.
Participants learn the basics of word processing, email and Internet using the FIT (Fasttrack to Technology) eCert programme. Training takes place in small groups of four to five.
The Sheltered Housing Complexes that have already engaged in this project are:
- Bulfin Court Day Centre, Bulfin Court, Inchicore, Dublin 8
- Lorcan O'Toole Court, Lorcan O'Toole Avenue, Kimmage, Dublin 12
- St. John's Court, Donnycarney, Malahide Road, Dublin 9
- Mellowes Court, Mellowes Road, Finglas, Dublin 11
- Burren Court, Balbutcher Road, Poppintree, Ballymun, Dublin 11
- Rossaveel, Ballyfermot, Dublin 10
The next phase of the project is currently underway. Nine more complexes are taking part.
These are:
- Riverview Court, Ballyfermot, Dublin 10
- Claddagh Court, Ballyfermot, Dublin 10
- Fr. Lemass Court, Ballyfermot, Dublin 10
- Cambridge Court, Ringsend, Dublin 4
- Beggars Bush Court, Beggars Bush, Dublin 4
- Woodstock Gardens, Ranelagh, Dublin 6
- Albert College, Ballymun, Dublin 11
- Domville Court, Santry, Dublin 9
- Raheny Court, Raheny Road, Dublin 5
To locate all the centres involved, click on the google maps link below:
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For More Information Contact:
Rob Carroll 
Age Action Ireland
Tel: 01 4984746
Mob: 087 9231126
Email: gettingstarted@ageaction.ie
