Silver Tech 101 brings patient, friendly tech education to older adults — helping them stay connected, informed, and independent in the digital age.
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Our Story
I'm a high school student at St. Margaret's Episcopal School. Technology has been a part of my life for as long as I can remember.
Every holiday season, my grandparents would arrive with a list of tech questions — everything from why their messages weren't showing up to how to organize their photos. Helping them became a family tradition, and over the years, I began to see how widespread the struggle with everyday technology is for many older adults.
That experience sparked a passion in me: to make technology more accessible for seniors. It's what inspired me to create Silver Tech 101.
To empower older adults by making technology simple, approachable, and accessible — bridging the generational tech gap with patience, clarity, and respect.
Published Author
Liam Newton's book brings the Silver Tech 101 curriculum to life in a comprehensive guide for seniors and their families. Written with patience and clarity, it covers everything from smartphone basics to online safety.
Available now on Amazon in paperback and digital formats — and distributed free to every class participant.
Recognition
Liam's work with Silver Tech 101 has earned national recognition — from Congress to academic journals.
U.S. Congress
The highest honor the United States Congress bestows upon young Americans, recognizing Liam's hundreds of hours of volunteer service teaching technology to seniors.
Gold Certificate Read Article →
Published Research
Silver Tech 101's research was selected for publication in the Fall 2025 edition, highlighting its innovative approach to bridging the digital divide for seniors.
Published Fall 2025 Read Publication →
National Civics Award
Awarded Honorable Mention 2025 for Silver Tech 101's outstanding contribution to digital equity and senior empowerment in the community.
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What We Do
Free, friendly, hands-on technology help for seniors — no question is too simple, no experience required.
Classes held regularly at Laguna Woods Village & Capistrano Senior Living. Drop-in friendly, all levels welcome.
iPhone, Android, video calls, apps — we cover it all at your pace.
Email, browsing, and the essentials to feel confident online.
Recognize scams, protect your info, stay safe while banking online.
Learning Materials
A hands-on curriculum built from the ground up for seniors — covering the tech skills that matter most in daily life.
Setting up email, video calling with Zoom and FaceTime, messaging family.
Browsing safely, spotting scams, protecting personal information online.
Organizing photos, sharing with family, backing up to the cloud.
Telehealth, prescriptions online, finding reliable health information.
Shopping safely, managing finances digitally, avoiding fraud.
Wi-Fi issues, frozen screens, forgotten passwords — we fix it together.
Setting up iPhone Medical ID, emergency contacts, and safety features.
📰 In the News
Liam Newton, founder of Silver Tech 101, earned the Congressional Award Gold Certificate — the United States Congress's highest honor for young Americans — for his outstanding volunteer service teaching technology to seniors in Southern California.
"Liam Newton leads a Silver Tech workshop helping older adults learn how to use key iPhone features like FaceTime and emergency contacts." — The Capistraño Dispatch
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Whether you're a senior looking for tech help or someone who wants to give back, we'd love to have you.
Come to one of our free classes or reach out for personalized help — no tech experience needed.
Get Tech HelpAre you a student or tech-savvy individual who wants to make a difference? We're always looking for patient, friendly volunteers.
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Have questions about our classes, want to volunteer, or need tech help? Reach out and we'll get back to you as soon as possible.
Regular classes at Laguna Woods Village & Capistrano Senior Living
Southern California
Liam Newton, St. Margaret's Episcopal School