Face-to-face support
How to access digital support and signpost others.
Community digital drop-in sessions
There are 3 weekly digital drop-in sessions taking place in Coventry, where people can access informal 1:1 support with skills such as:
- Online shopping
- Setting up an email address
- Using the NHS app
- Practice using a mouse and keyboard
- Using a search engine effectively
- Getting to grips with a smartphone
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Location |
Day |
Time |
|---|---|---|
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WATCH Centre, CV1 5LZ |
Mondays |
10am – 12noon |
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Moat House Leisure and Neighbourhood Centre, CV2 1EA |
Tuesdays |
1pm – 3pm |
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Holbrooks Community Care Association, CV6 4DE |
Fridays |
1pm – 3pm |
Digital skills sessions with Age UK
The Gilbert Richards Centre hold digital skills sessions every week, open to anyone hoping to learn some IT skills and socialise in a welcoming environment.
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Location |
Day |
Time |
|---|---|---|
|
Broadway, Earlsdon, CV5 6NS. |
Tuesdays |
1pm – 3pm |
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Broadway, Earlsdon, CV5 6NS. |
Wednesdays |
1pm – 3pm |
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Broadway, Earlsdon, CV5 6NS. |
Thursdays |
10am – 12noon |
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Broadway, Earlsdon, CV5 6NS. |
Fridays |
10am – 12noon |
You can contact 024 7667 2911 for more information.
Adult Education
There is a wide range of free digital skills courses available across the city provided by the Coventry City Council Adult Education Team. To browse the courses and sign up, access the Adult Education web page and choose ‘courses,’ then select ‘ICT’ from the drop-down menu.
For further information and support contact Adult Education on 024 7697 5200 or email: feedback@covaded.org
Find support using the #CovConnects Map
The #CovConnects Map shows where you can access free digital support in your area. From free SIM cards with data thanks to the National Databank, to in-person skills sessions and more. There is something for everyone on the map. You can view the #CovConnects Map online now.
Further support
Email DigitalChampions@coventry.gov.uk to find out more, or to arrange an informal chat with one of our team.