Digital Skills 4 Seniors

  We thought for our final workshop of 2025 we would focus on two areas, everyday use of Siri and Festive Photo Fun. This post covers Siri 🗣️ Activating Siri There are three main ways to activate Siri on an iPhone without a Home button (like your Pro Max): 1. By Voice (Hands-Free) This is the most common way. Simply say the activation phrase: "Siri" or "Hey Siri." Wait for the Siri icon/glow to appear (it was the pulsing orb before Apple Intelligence, but even without the full new features, a visual cue will appear). Immediately say your request (e.g., "Siri, what's the weather?"). You can change the activation phrase in Settings > Siri & Search > Listen for. 2. By Side Button (The Physical Way) Press and hold the Side Button (the one on the right side of the phone). Wait for the Siri screen/icon to appear. Speak your request. For a longer request, continue to hold the button until you're finished speaking, then release it. 3. By Typ...

Empowering Seniors Through Simple, Joyful Tech Learning 1. Is There a Need for a Digital Improvers Programme? I think this is a resounding yes . The response has been very positive. We have run our pilot clinics full and have quite a few people interested in joining future clinics and that is just through word-of-mouth. Participants consistently enjoy learning practical skills that make daily life easier. They enjoy the company of others as they are all lovely people and we have had a lot of fun. 2. Can Seniors Learn and Retain These Skills? Yes—with the right approach. While many seniors are their own toughest critics, we’ve seen that confidence grows when learning is: • Simple : Focused on real-life tasks like sending messages, setting reminders, or using Apple Maps. • Repetitive : Reinforcing key actions through practice builds muscle memory. • Personalised : One-to-one support and small group formats allow us to tailor help to specific needs—like setting up satnav for London buses ...