Focus on Technology – Fearrington Cares

Includes but not be limited to computer safety, “wired for monitoring” homes, AI, etc. (Hoping someone in Mary’s group will take this one). Covers high- and low-tech ways to make it easier for seniors to enjoy life and/or to age at home.

Protecting Yourself Against Doxing

Protecting Yourself Against Doxing

Doxing is the act of searching for people’s personal information over the internet. The term comes from “document tracing,” which involves collecting documents belonging to a person or company to learn more about them. A revenge tactic, doxing and involves the malicious targeting, compiling and public release of personally identifiable information (PII) to perpetrate harassment, revenge, identity theft or potential violence against a target.

Protecting Yourself Against Doxing Jon Darling 2020-07-07T23:19:09-04:00

Facebook Will Be Launching Largest Voting Information Effort in US History

Launching The Largest Voting Information Effort in US History – About Facebook

Facebook was built to empower people by giving them a voice and voting is one of the most powerful ways to make their voice heard. With the US elections less than five months away, today Facebook is launching the largest voting information campaign in American history.

Facebook Will Be Launching Largest Voting Information Effort in US History Jon Darling 2020-06-18T11:41:05-04:00

Senior Planet: Presented by AARP

Join Us Online – Senior Planet

Senior Planet is now regularly streaming online events that can be joined from anywhere in the world. When online events are scheduled, you’ll see them on this page. To stay in the loop, make sure you subscribe to our newsletters! Sign Up for Newsletters

ALL UPCOMING EVENTS — These FREE events are hosted by Senior Planet locations nationwide, and are open to anyone 60 and older. Join with others 60+ every week to keep learning, connecting, and exploring. Senior Planet is about much more than just the latest gadgets and apps and websites. Those gadgets and apps and websites are just means to an end: enabling older adults and people of all ages to come together and find ways to learn, work, create, and thrive in today’s digital age.

Senior Planet: Presented by AARP Jon Darling 2020-06-09T11:49:05-04:00

Chatham Community Library Offers Free June 2020 Virtual Classes Online

Chatham Community Library Offers Free Virtual Classes Online

Chatham Community Library is offering free classes on job search skills, Microsoft Excel, and Google Apps in June. On June 11th, the library will host Malinda Marsh, NCWorks Career Center Coordinator/Manager, who will provide tips on effectively searching and applying for jobs online.

While the library is closed, all classes will be presented virtually via GoToMeeting. Register online to receive a meeting link. A description of each class, including topics covered and prerequisites for attending, can be found by clicking on the class name below.

Job Search Skills June 11, Thursday, 3:00 pm

Microsoft Excel Basics, Part 1 June 17, Wednesday, 3:00 pm

Microsoft Excel Basics, Part 2 June 24, Wednesday, 3:00 pm

Google Apps June 29, Monday, 3:00 pm

For more information, call 919-545-8086 or email reference@chathamlibraries.org.

Chatham Community Library Offers Free June 2020 Virtual Classes Online Jon Darling 2020-06-03T15:54:49-04:00

Chatham County Seniors Have Online and Phone Line Options to Keep Them Moving and Learning From Home

Online & Distance: Offerings and Resources

Downloads If you are using Zoom on your computer, you will want “Zoom Client for Meetings.”For a smartphone or tablet, you will want “Zoom Mobile Apps” The Chatham County Council on Aging strongly recommends that you consult with your physician before beginning any exercise program.

Chatham County Seniors Have Online and Phone Line Options to Keep Them Moving and Learning From Home Jon Darling 2020-06-08T14:23:41-04:00

How to Join a ZOOM Meeting

How to Join a ZOOM Meeting Jon Darling 2020-06-08T14:20:16-04:00

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SlowCOVIDNC Exposure Notification App

It’s easy. All you have to do is download SlowCOVIDNC and you can help slow the spread of COVID-19.

Visit this website for complete details and to download the app for Apple and Android phones. Download the SlowCOVIDNC Exposure Notification app, enable your Bluetooth and Exposure Notification settings, and be notified if you have been in close contact with someone who has shared a positive COVID-19 test result in the app. Once you opt-in to the notification system, you can also anonymously share a positive COVID-19 test result in the app. SlowCOVIDNC protects your identity and privacy while empowering you to protect yourself, your family, and your community.

Medicare Opene Enrollment Information for 2020

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NC Covid Support / Area Community Grocery Resources Searchable Database with Maps and Details

Categories: Groceries Restaurants, Free Meals, Prepared Meals, Speciality Foods & Beverages, Farmer’s Markets, Pharmacies, and Pet Supplies

For Harris Teeter stores, use THIS LINK to see the details and costs related to Express Lane online shopping. Special discounted curbside pickup and home delivery costs for Thursday mornings.

For the latest information on the COVID-19 (Coronavirus) disease, see this page located on the Resources menu tab. See these instructions on HOW TO SEW A DIY FACE MASK and HOW TO FOLD A BANDANA FOR A FACE MASK.

CDC Advice: Use of Cloth Face Coverings to Help Slow the Spread of COVID-19. How to Wear a Cloth Face Covering, CDC on Homemade Cloth Face Coverings, How does one safely sterilize/clean a cloth face covering? How does one safely remove a used cloth face covering? Visit this CDC page.

Be aware that criminals are attempting to exploit COVID-19 worldwide through a variety of scams. There have been reports of individuals and businesses selling fake cures for COVID-19 online and engaging in other forms of fraud, Phishing emails from entities posing as the World Health Organization or the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Malicious websites and apps that appear to share virus-related information to gain and lock access to your devices until payment is received, and seeking donations fraudulently for illegitimate or non-existent charitable organizations.

If you think you are a victim of a scam or attempted fraud involving COVID-19, you can report it without leaving your home. Contact the National Center for Disaster Fraud Hotline at 866-720-5721 or via email at disaster@leo.gov.

COVID-19 Current Information Page

To a very small degree, Fearrington Village residents look to Fearrington Cares for information about health and well-being. Since accurate and current information is the bedrock of managing any potential threat to residents, Fearrington Cares is providing an information page on our web site for the infectious disease COVID-19.

CLICK HERE to Check it Out -- Bookmark Those Sites -- They Are Updated Frequently.

Center Activity Update June 04, 2020

A NOTE FROM KAREN METZGUER, NURSE & DIRECTOR

Fearrington Cares Center remains closed for 2 reasons: state guidance related to COVID-19 and to complete our building renovations.

President Barbara Hummel-Rossi provided a summary of our building progress to the community in an email 2 weeks ago; this summary currently found on our website under "Building Updates."

The heart of Fearrington Cares is our 250+ Volunteers, the majority of whom are considered high risk if infected with the Corona virus. Additionally, 100% of our services put a Volunteer within 6 feet of you; this is the minimum distance recommended for physical distancing. For these reasons, Fearrington Cares traditional services are currently suspended.

I describe Fearrington Cares as a "high touch not a high tech" organization. Unable to perform our services during the NC stay at home executive orders, on my recommendation, the staff and I have been furloughed for the past 2 months. I am writing a proposal for steps to begin reopening when the building is completed and we are allowed to use it. You are still "safer at home" and I hope you are limiting your outings and using masks.

Fearrington Cares services that are most valued by the community do not lend themselves to the digital world. However, we now have movement classes and a support group online; information about them is on our home page. We are loaning equipment, picking up prescriptions and groceries. We will have the health and safety of our Volunteers and all residents at the forefront of the challenging decisions we are making.

Our website is a great resource for new classes and meetings we are adding to our virtual programming.

Check out the digital services available while the Center remains closed.

Protecting Yourself Against Doxing

Protecting Yourself Against Doxing

Facebook Will Be Launching Largest Voting Information Effort in US History

Launching The Largest Voting Information Effort in US History – About Facebook

Senior Planet: Presented by AARP

Join Us Online – Senior Planet

Chatham Community Library Offers Free June 2020 Virtual Classes Online

Chatham Community Library Offers Free Virtual Classes Online

While the library is closed, all classes will be presented virtually via GoToMeeting. Register online to receive a meeting link. A description of each class, including topics covered and prerequisites for attending, can be found by clicking on the class name below.

Chatham County Seniors Have Online and Phone Line Options to Keep Them Moving and Learning From Home

Online & Distance: Offerings and Resources

How to Join a ZOOM Meeting

SlowCOVIDNC Exposure Notification App

It’s easy. All you have to do is download SlowCOVIDNC and you can help slow the spread of COVID-19.

NC Covid Support / Area Community Grocery Resources Searchable Database with Maps and Details

Categories: Groceries Restaurants, Free Meals, Prepared Meals, Speciality Foods & Beverages, Farmer’s Markets, Pharmacies, and Pet Supplies

For the latest information on the COVID-19 (Coronavirus) disease, see this page located on the Resources menu tab. See these instructions on HOW TO SEW A DIY FACE MASK and HOW TO FOLD A BANDANA FOR A FACE MASK.

CDC Advice: Use of Cloth Face Coverings to Help Slow the Spread of COVID-19. How to Wear a Cloth Face Covering, CDC on Homemade Cloth Face Coverings, How does one safely sterilize/clean a cloth face covering? How does one safely remove a used cloth face covering? Visit this CDC page.

UPDATED Computer Assistance Information

Looking for Helpful Computer Websites, Tutorials, and Videos?

COVID-19 Current Information Page

Center Activity Update June 04, 2020