Oakland Neighborhood Center Celebrates Grandparents Day in Cyberspace; Eastmont Computing Center To Provide Computer Instruction to Oakland's Older Adult Community.OAKLAND, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sept. 9, 1998--Eastmont Computing Center, SeniorNet and Broderbund Software are partnering together in a 90s style celebration of Grandparents grandparents npl → abuelos mpl grandparents grand npl → grands-parents mpl grandparents grand npl Day. The national holiday, begun to persuade grandchildren GRANDCHILDREN, domestic relations. The children of one's children. Sometimes these may claim bequests given in a will to children, though in general they can make no such claim. 6 Co. 16. to tap into their grandparents' wisdom, has taken on new meaning in recent years, as the image of grandparents has changed from rocking chairs to surfing the Internet. To prove this, older adults will be celebrating Grandparents Day in Oakland with a demonstration of computer technology by and for older adults at the Eastmont Computing Center (at 11 a.m. on September 10). Millions of people over the age of 50 have already gone online and started using computers. In fact, 13 million people over 50 are online in North America North America, third largest continent (1990 est. pop. 365,000,000), c.9,400,000 sq mi (24,346,000 sq km), the northern of the two continents of the Western Hemisphere. , according to according to prep. 1. As stated or indicated by; on the authority of: according to historians. 2. In keeping with: according to instructions. 3. CommerceNet/Nielsen Media Research's latest survey. This has nearly doubled from the 7.6 million online just one year ago. This means that 17% of all people on the Internet are over 50. Unfortunately, even though they recognize the benefits of using computers, older adults don't always have a knowledgeable friend who can teach them new computer skills. And in underserved communities like Oakland, older adults who are on a fixed income may have difficulty purchasing a computer See how to select a computer. . "For over a decade, SeniorNet has made sure that older adults are not left by the side of the road on the Information Superhighway (1) A generic name for the Internet. (2) A proposed high-speed communications system that was touted by the Clinton/Gore administration to enhance education in America in the 21st century. Its purpose was to help all citizens regardless of their income level. ," said Glen Gilbert, Development Director of SeniorNet. "Through a partnership with SeniorNet, Eastmont Computing Center, and Family Tree Maker(R) software, we'll soon bring hands-on, practical instruction in computer use and the Internet to Oakland's senior community." About 45,000 older adults attend classes every year at the 140 SeniorNet Learning Centers. These Centers offer computer courses specifically designed for older adults, ranging from those who have never used a computer to more advanced students. SeniorNet (www.seniornet.org) is based on the belief that acquiring, then applying, computer literacy Understanding computers and related systems. It includes a working vocabulary of computer and information system components, the fundamental principles of computer processing and a perspective for how non-technical people interact with technical people. skills will not only enhance the self-esteem of older adults but will enable them to access to a world of information and share their wisdom with each other and with the rest of society. Learning Centers serve a diverse group of older adults including low income and immigrant communities. "We're pleased to provide funding to enable SeniorNet and the Eastmont Computing Center to bring such a valuable resource to Oakland's senior community. Opening a Learning Center takes a collaborative effort between local volunteers and community centers, as well as funding from concerned companies like Broderbund," said Douglas Mack, General Manager for Broderbund's Banner Blue Division. "SeniorNet students around the country are already learning how to use Family Tree Maker software to make it easier to trace their family tree and to preserve family memories and stories for future generations. SeniorNet's volunteer instructors also teach students to use computers to manage their finances, write letters, email family members, and more. We're proud to support the effort to make the same learning opportunities available in Oakland." The Eastmont Computing Center is coordinating a process to ensure that East Oakland's senior community can design and run their own SeniorNet center. Already, over 100 older adults have expressed interest in supporting a SeniorNet center at the Eastmont Computing Center. A planning group composed entirely of seniors is currently working to assemble an all-volunteer management team to bring the benefits of the information age to the Oakland senior community through the Eastmont Computing Center. "The older adults in our community can play a critical role in cyberspace Coined by William Gibson in his 1984 novel "Neuromancer," it is a futuristic computer network that people use by plugging their minds into it! The term now refers to the Internet or to the online or digital world in general. See Internet and virtual reality. Contrast with meatspace. ," said David Glover, Eastmont Computing Center's Executive Director. "In fact, if we can bridge generations by sharing the common language of technology, the years ahead for seniors will be truly golden." The Eastmont Computing Center is a community-based organization committed to providing groups that have traditionally been denied access to the information age with the opportunity to benefit from it. The Center provides access to current computer technology through an access lab located in a regional urban mall. It also provides employment-focused training specifically designed to educate youth and the community at large for technology-related careers. Finally, the Center works with Oakland institutions such as the city, library, and community and faith-based institutions to increase their ability to deliver access and employment-focused training to the almost 400,000 residents of Oakland. About Eastmont Computing Center The Eastmont Computing Center (ECC (1) (Error-Correcting Code) A type of memory that corrects errors on the fly. See ECC memory. (2) (Elliptic Curve Cryptography) A public key cryptography method that provides fast decryption and digital signature processing. ), a project of the Oakland Citizens Committee for Urban Renewal (OCCUR), brings the benefits of the information age to Oakland by providing computer and Internet access See how to access the Internet. and basic training throughout Oakland; by delivering employment-focused training primarily to at-risk youth and other residents of underserved communities; and by serving as a community resource on technology for community and faith-based organizations, schools, libraries and other public institutions. About SeniorNet SeniorNet's nonprofit mission is to provide older adults education for and access to computer technology and the Internet to enhance their lives and enable them to share their knowledge and wisdom with the world. More than 2,000 SeniorNet volunteers teach technology to people 50 and above at over 140 computer Learning Centers nationwide. SeniorNet (www.seniornet.org) is the premiere site on the Internet for older adult community, content and connection. In July, SeniorNet won the President's Daily Points of Light Award for Community Service. SeniorNet is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization Nonprofit Organization An association that is given tax-free status. Donations to a non-profit organization are often tax deductible as well. Notes: Examples of non-profit organizations are charities, hospitals and schools. . About Broderbund Software Broderbund Software is a wholly-owned subsidiary of The Learning Company, Inc. (NYSE NYSE See: New York Stock Exchange :TLC TLC total lung capacity; thin-layer chromatography. TLC abbr. 1. thin-layer chromatography 2. ). The Banner Blue Division of Broderbund develops the No. 1-selling genealogy software Genealogy software is computer software used to collect, store, sort, and visualize genealogical data. Genealogy software will often generate kinship charts based on the data entered. program, Family Tree Maker. It also publishes more than 100 Family Archive(TM) CDs which contain information from historical government and private records, plus compilations of thousands of actual family trees This is an index of family trees available. It includes noble, politically important and royal families as well as fictional families and thematic diagrams. Europe
For the past two years, Broderbund has provided an online area for family history enthusiasts to publish information and share advice at www.familytreemaker.com. Recently, the company began a new endeavor to make rare genealogy genealogy (jē'nēŏl`əjē, –ăl`–, jĕ–), the study of family lineage. Genealogies have existed since ancient times. books and databases available at an online subscription site, www.GenealogyLibrary.com. Note to Editors: All trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
CONTACT: Broderbund Software
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