Free Computer Tutoring and Tech Support for Older Adults and Adults with Disabilities
Felton Institute is a proud partner in the SF Connected Program, funded by the San Francisco Department of Disability and Aging Services. Through this citywide initiative, Felton and other community organizations provide free, in-person digital literacy training and support for older adults and adults with disabilities.
Felton Institute’s trainers deliver hands-on support at SF Connected Computer Labs, San Francisco Public Libraries, senior centers, and other neighborhood locations.
We offer hands-on help with:
- Smartphones and tablets
- Basic computer skills
- Online health portals
- Social media tools
At Felton, SF Connected operates under our Tech Squad program. Tech Squad bridges the digital divide by bringing tech support and broadband access directly to older adults and people with disabilities—empowering them to participate in our increasingly digital world.
Our goal is to enhance the well-being, quality of life, and independence of older adults and individuals with disabilities by closing the digital gap.
Older adults (age 60 and up) and adults (18+) with disabilities.
- Older adults, aged 60 years or older.
- Adults with a disability, aged 18 – 59 years old.
- Is a resident of San Francisco.
Access to our classes and workshops varies by host site. Some are open to the public, while others are reserved for on-site residents.
We provide free tech support, workshops, and classes on the following:
- Digital literacy training
- How to use social media
- How to use smartphones, tablets, and laptop computers
- How to navigate health portals
The Felton Institute SF Connected program offers computer classes in English, Cantonese, and Mandarin.
The availability of additional languages will depend on the capacity of our staff and volunteers.
Felton Institute SF Connected Program Class Locations
We offer free tech support, workshops, and computer classes at the following San Francisco locations:
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OMI Senior Center (Open to the Public) – 65 Beverly St.
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I.T. Bookman Community Center (Open to the Public) – 446 Randolph St.
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John King Senior Community (Open to the Public) – 500 Raymond Ave.
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Richmond Senior Center (Open to the Public) – 6221 Geary Blvd., 3rd Floor
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Visitacion Valley Community Center (Open to the Public) – 66 Raymond Ave.
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The Village (Open to the Public) – 1099 Sunnydale Ave., 3rd Floor
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Computer Hub (Enrolled Participants Only) – 1170 Market St., 1st Floor
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Visitacion Valley Branch Library (Open to the Public) – 201 Leland St.
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Richardson Apartments (Residents Only) – 365 Fulton St.
Access to Classes and Workshops
Access to our classes and workshops varies by host site. Some are open to the public, while others are reserved for on-site residents or individuals enrolled in on-site services.
CONTACT INFORMATION
Hours (Mon-Fri): 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Service Area: The City and County of San Francisco, California
Felton Institute’s SF Connected Program
Program Email: sfconnected@felton.org
For more information, please contact:
Tieu Ly, Associate Director of Digital Equity
Phone: 415-474-7310, ext. 239
Mabel Nip, Digital Literacy Trainer
Phone: 415-474-7310, ext. 1089
Text: 415-966-9389
Our Partnerships Include:
- Catholic Charities SF / OMI Senior Center
- City and County of San Francisco’s Fiber to Housing Program
- Felton Institute / Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)
- Golden Gate Senior Services (GGSS) / Richmond Senior Center
- HomeRise/ Richardson Apartments
- Mercy Housing / John King Senior Community
- SF Tech Council (SFTC)
- San Francisco Department of Disability and Aging Services (SF DAS) / SF Connected
- San Francisco Public Library (SFPL) / Visitacion Valley Branch Library
- Southwest Community Corporation San Francisco (SWCCSF) / I.T. Bookman Community Center
- The Village, 1099 Sunnydale Ave.
- Visitacion Valley Community Center, 66 Raymond Ave.
This program serving the community is funded by the City of San Francisco’s Department of Disability and Aging Services.
DAS Funding Statement Translations
Chinese (Traditional): 此項社區服務計劃務計劃是由三藩市殘疾人與老齡化服務部資助的。
Russian: Эта общественная программа программы финансируется Департаментом по делам людей с инвалидностью и пожилого населения в Сан-Франциско.
Spanish: Este programa que brinda que brindan servicio a la comunidad está financiado por el Departamento de Servicios para Discapacidad y Personas de la Tercera Edad de la ciudad de San Francisco
Tagalog: Ang programang ito ito na nagseserbisyo sa komunidad ay pinopondohan ng Departamento ng Mga Serbisyo sa Kapansanan at Pagtanda ng Lungsod ng San Francisco.
Vietnamese: Chương trình phục vụ cộng đồng này được Sở Dịch Vụ cho Người Khuyết Tật và Người Cao Niên Thành Phố San Francisco tài trợ.