FLORENCE COUNTY, S.C. (WPDE) — The Senior Citizens Association of Florence County provided seniors with helpful tips for smart devices on Thursday.

Spectrum hosted an educational class with the SCA in Lake City to enhance the digital skills of seniors in a technology-centered world.

The free classes focused on protecting identity and information, using apps to connect with friends and family and transportation. The sessions also gave useful tips on using technology for food or medical services.

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“We are impressed by the dedication and effectiveness of the Senior Citizens Association of Florence and have returned again to partner with them to enhance lives in our digital world,” said, Marissa Lambrinos, Vice President, Charter Communications. “Through our ‘Spectrum Smart Devices for Seniors’ program we are helping older adults build their understanding of technology and stay connected, informed, and engaged.”

There will be another training session on Friday from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Senior Citizens Center in Florence.

“We are so thankful to Spectrum for once again bringing their digital education programs to seniors in Florence County,” said Linda Mitchell Johnson, Executive Director, SCA. “We are appreciative of our partnership with Spectrum as we both work to empower seniors to gain knowledge and comfort when using today’s online technology.”

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