Cambridge Online is a charity that helps people improve their digital skills in a friendly, supportive community. You can book a one-to-one session with a digital champion who will support you to learn new skills and feel more confident online.
This activity is good for wellbeing because
- learning something new can give you a confidence boost;
- you will develop digital skills which will open up many possibilities for learning and socialising online;
- there are opportunities to volunteer in a role suited to your skills.
How to contact
Phone
Website
Volunteering opportunities
Where to go
Allia Future Business Centre Cambridge Campus
Kings Hedges Road
Cambridge CB4 2HY
UK
Available Throughout South Cambridgeshire District
UK
What to expect?
Cambridge Online can help you to get online by teaching you digital skills. They can also support you to make the most of being online, for example searching and applying for jobs, improving literacy and numeracy skills, shopping online, using Facebook and socialising online.
You can book a one to one support session at the Cambridge Online offices at Allia Future Business Centre. Contact them on [email protected] or 01223 800450 to book your appointment. When you arrive at the Centre let the person at reception know you have arrived, they will direct you to the Cambridge Online offices on the 1st floor. There is a lift available. If you would like to see the layout of the Future Business Centre before your visit, you can take a virtual tour on this website.
There are PCs available at the Centre which you can learn on (including touch screen and height adjustable tables). If you would prefer to learn on your own laptop, tablet or smart phone you are welcome to bring this along.
Seniors Club – Computers, Coffee & Cake
There are drop-in Seniors Club sessions held at various locations around Cambridge, aimed at helping individuals aged 65+ with all things digital. You can ask for support for specific technical issues you may be having with your phone, tablet or computer, or alternatively receive some more general support. Visit this website for more information.
Accessibility
Cambridge Online offer a wide variety of adaptive technologies, including switches, screen readers and voice recognition software.
There are accessible toilets on site, the learning centre is wheelchair accessible and guide/assistance dogs are welcome.
If you are a resident of South Cambs, the charity asks for a donation towards the cost of sessions. Contact them for more information.
Volunteering opportunities
Cambridge Online relies on the help of volunteers to do their valuable work. There are various roles available:
- Digital Champions/Skills Trainers – provide in-person or remote support for service users.
- Web Designers – help update and manage the website.
- Social Media Volunteers – to help manage social media accounts.
- Technical Support Workers – help get devices ready to go out to those who need them.
Visit the volunteering page on their website for more information.
How to contact
Phone
Website
Volunteering opportunities
Where to go
Allia Future Business Centre Cambridge Campus
Kings Hedges Road
Cambridge CB4 2HY
UK
Available Throughout South Cambridgeshire District
UK
