JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) – The Bean Path’s OATS (Older Adults Technology Services) program is expanding, bringing more technology classes to North Jackson at the Briarwood Arts Center.
The Bean Path says OATS is designed to help older adults build confidence with everyday technology through hands-on instruction. Classes cover skills such as smartphone basics, internet navigation, email, online safety, video calls, and other essential digital tools. The program also offers next-level coursework that focuses on practical skills like productivity tools, cloud storage, mobile apps, digital organization, troubleshooting, and more.
Briarwood Arts Center director Stephen Brown and Erica Archie with The Bean Path shared the expansion announcement on Studio 3, highlighting the goal of increasing access to digital skills training for seniors in the community…