Education at E. M. Hart Senior Center

Computer classes are offered in eight week sessions, five times annually. Course listings generally include multiple offerings of Introduction to Computers, as well as intermediate classes. Each course has 8 sessions and each class is 1 1/2 hours long, with a cost of $40. Instructional manuals and other materials are included.

To enroll in a course, new students are encouraged to first attend an Orientation and Registration session, which is held five times a year. It is not mandatory that a new student attend Orientation, however, this is the first opportunity new students will have to register for class and registration is first come first serve with limited class size. Want to receive information about upcoming sessions by email? Simply send an email to hartnews@cityofsacramento.org with the title SUBSCRIBE or visit the reception desk to fill out our contact form.

Free weekly Question & Practice Lab sessions are available to students currently enrolled in computer classes. The lab is a chance for students to come in outside of class time to receive help with the curriculum or to ask questions. The sign-up sheet can be located at the reception desk. Students are asked to sign-up in advance.

Public Computer (ages 50+)
Our lobby computer is self-guided and available Monday through Fridays from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. The computer is available in half-hour increments and visitors can access the internet, send email, practice their skills, play online games, and more. No printing capabilities. Please sign up at the reception desk. Free.

Digital Camera Class
Meets Thursdays. Instructors are Don Taggart, Lance Taggart, and Bob Rice. Class cost is $20 for 5 sessions. Make sure your batteries are charged and bring your instruction book and camera to class. Learn how to take close up, scenic and action shots. Class may take occasional walking field trips, weather permitting. Call to inquire about class availability.

Driver Safety Program
AARP provides a refresher driving course for seniors. Instruction covers handling adverse driving conditions such as those caused by weather and traffic hazards, and the effects of aging and medications on driving. Your auto insurance premiums may be reduced upon successful completion of the course. To find an upcoming course nearest you, call AARP at 1-888-227-7669 and enter your zip code to be connected with the voicemail box of nearby driver’s safety instructor. Or visit AARP on the web, http://www.aarp.org/families/driver_safety/.

Great Books Program
Great Books meets the 4th Monday of each month, usually with the exception of July and August. Cost is $26 for materials. The group provides people with an opportunity to read, discuss, and think about some of life’s most interesting challenges, using great works of literature such as the Bible, Shakespeare’s plays, and economic and political essays.

Senior Legal Hotline- Legal Workshops for Seniors
Senior Legal Hotline representatives will be here to help California residents age 60+ with legal questions every 4th Thursday of the month, by appointment only. To schedule a personal consultation with an advocate, please call or visit the reception desk at (916) 808-5462.

Special Educational Seminars
We love to host educational seminars whenever possible to promote safety, financial assistance and supportive services for the older clients we serve. Examples of past lecture topics include: Phone Bill Workshop and Clinic, Managing Paper Clutter, How to Talk to Your Doctor, Sleep and Senior Health, and Fall Prevention. Check our current monthly newsletter for special education seminars that are coming up!