Tuesday, June 2
11:45 AM MDT
Senior Planet Colorado

Digital Genealogy Tools

Trainer:
Dawson Caspersen

Date and Time

Tuesday, June 2
11:45 AM MDT
Senior Planet Colorado
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Senior Planet Colorado

7585 E Academy Blvd, Denver, CO 80230

Class Description

You don’t have to be a genealogy expert to find out about your family’s history! Numerous websites and platforms now make it possible to start learning about your ancestors from home. In this lecture, we’ll discuss some of the most popular and explore their features. We’ll also talk about how to access free resources, including those available from many public libraries, and explore websites offering tips and guides to creating your own digital family tree.

Questions about this program? Call the toll-free Senior Planet Hotline at 888-713-3495.

Trainer:
Dawson Caspersen

Dawson is a Technology Trainer at Senior Planet in Colorado, where he empowers older adults to build confidence and independence through digital skills. With a background in education and hands-on training, he brings patience, clarity, and energy to every class. Dawson is passionate about making technology accessible for everyone and helping learners stay connected in an increasingly digital world. Dawson is also very social and loves building relationships with participants. His favorite class to teach is Exploring AI!

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