There was a time when family updates arrived in a Sunday phone call and treasured photos came through the post. Today, many of life's most important moments are shared online. From new babies and family holidays to school performances and everyday milestones, social media helps families stay connected wherever they are. This friendly, beginner focused workshop is designed for seniors who are new to social media or who have created an account but never felt confident using it. In a relaxed and supportive environment, you'll learn how to find and follow family, friends and former colleagues on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok, making it easier to keep up with the people who matter most. You'll discover how to view photos and videos, respond to posts, leave comments and take part in online conversations, helping you feel more connected to your loved ones' lives.
Face to face
- Getting our bearings: what social media is, and which app is which (Facebook, Instagram and TikTok, in plain English)
- Finding your people: searching for and following your family and friends
- Seeing what they share: scrolling your feed to find photos, news and videos
- Joining in: liking and commenting, without any fuss
- A gentle look at Instagram and TikTok: where a lot of the grandkids post now
- Staying safe: spotting fake friend requests and protecting your privacy
- Practice and questions: try it all yourself, with help right beside you
By the end of this course, students should be able to:
- Tell the difference between Facebook, Instagram and TikTok, and understand what each one is for
- Find and follow their family members and friends on at least one platform
- Scroll their feed to see the photos and videos their loved ones share
- Like and comment on a post with confidence
- Recognise a fake friend request and know how to respond
- Adjust basic privacy settings to keep their account secure
- Feel more confident and connected using social media in their everyday life
