Finding Community on SPC
Learn about Senior Planet’s very own social media platform!
Willie M Cortez Senior Center
5512 Military Drive West, San Antonio, 78242
| Tired of traffic jams and parking hassles? In this workshop, we’ll explore Lyft Silver, the streamlined version of the popular rideshare app. It’s designed for easier navigation and a smoother, more comfortable ride experience. Learn how to book a ride with Lyft Silver and discover how to share your ride details safely with loved ones. Prerequisite: Participants should already have the Lyft app downloaded. If you need help setting up your account or adding a payment method, give us a call at (888) 713-3495. |
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Elizabeth started at OATS in 2025. She has a bachelor’s degree in management psychology. With over 20+ years’ experience working in Human Services, she served in various civil service positions within the federal government and the State of North Carolina. Elizabeth enjoys her position as a trainer for Senior Planet. As a senior herself, she enjoys watching the faces of the students when they learn something new. It shows their empowerment as it continues to remind her to never stop learning. As a fun fact, Elizabeth is very much into true crime, and enjoys podcasting and TikTok. She currently resides in San Antonio, Texas.
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Learn about Senior Planet’s very own social media platform!
Social media is everywhere these days. We’ll introduce you to the most popular platforms!
Learn how to record and upload your own videos to Facebook from your smartphone!
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Still paying for texting? Use these free apps instead.
LinkedIn is the most popular professional networking site online. In this session, we’ll help you join the platform and get started.
Don’t want to cook? Learn about meal kit services that take the stress out of meal time!
Don’t want to cook? Learn about meal kit services that take the stress out of meal time!
Plug in to these apps to help you unplug from everything else!
Need to unwind? Here’s some tech for the mind!
Instagram is a fun way to socialize and get inspired. Come learn how to post, follow, and navigate the Instagram app with confidence.
Learn how the Nextdoor app can help you connect to neighbors and stay in the know in your neighborhood.
¿Quiere una introducción de Zoom? Venga a aprender más en esta presentación.
No car? No problem! Use these apps to help you get around!
2 choices:
It’s time to learn about TikTok! 🕰
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TikTok can be a source of fun, creativity, and information. Learn about this social media platform gaining popularity.
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