On Trainer Appreciation Day, we are honoring our exceptional Senior Planet trainers! Those who have participated in our lectures, workshops, or discussion groups can attest to the top-notch quality of our trainers. While they all possess traits like patience, tech-savviness, and a welcoming attitude, each trainer brings their unique touch to the classroom.
This is why our class participants love them so much! And the feeling is mutual. Here are some reasons, in their own words, why our trainers love working with Senior Planet participants…
Umme
, based in NYC, describes Senior Planet as a home away from home:
“Senior Planet is my second home. As trainers, we help older adults use technology to reach their goals, and it is a very rewarding experience. I enjoy Senior Planet’s culture and atmosphere, where knowledge sharing is everywhere, and no question is too small to be asked.”
Sue-May
, a Mandarin-speaking trainer in California, finds joy in witnessing the positive impact on people’s daily lives:
“One of my favorite parts is seeing seniors apply the knowledge they have learned to improve their daily lives. We are living in such a rapidly changing world, and I see seniors come to the classroom eager to learn new skills. It really inspires me.”
Sharlitta
in Maryland draws inspiration from the older adults in her class:
“As long as we are living, we all have a purpose, and aging with attitude means we do not lose sight of our purpose on this planet regardless of our age. We continue to give our best and expect the best of life each and every day!”
Brian
finds the one-on-one work of being a trainer fulfilling:
“The best compliment I ever received was when a student told me that he no longer feared using his computer.”
Click here to read all trainer profiles! And share in the comments about a trainer or teacher who has made a positive impact on your life!
And if possible, please consider recognizing a Senior Planet trainer you appreciate when you make a donation to OATS!
Pam Hugi is Senior Planet’s Community and Advocacy Manager. Based in Brooklyn, she is a contributing writer for this site.
