Digital Connect Chard
Free Digital Skills Programme
Feeling Left Behind by Technology? Let Us Help!
Build Confidence, Connect with Others, and Unlock New Opportunities
Are you feeling overwhelmed by technology? Whether you’re learning to navigate online services, enhance your job prospects, or simply stay connected, Digital Connect Chard is here to guide you every step of the way—for FREE! With interactive workshops, personalised support, and a welcoming community, we make it easier to embrace the digital world.
What’s Included?
- Interactive Workshops & Drop-In Sessions: Master essential digital skills like online safety, job applications, and using digital tools with confidence. Enjoy hands-on learning in a relaxed, supportive environment.
- Personalised One-to-One Support: Struggling with a specific tech issue? We’ll help you tackle it head-on. Walk away with real solutions you can start using immediately.
- A Welcoming and Supportive Community:Join like-minded individuals in Chard. Build your confidence and explore opportunities for work, volunteering, or improving your digital life.
Workshop Schedule
Choose the time and location that works best for you!
| Session Type | Date | Weekday | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Members Only | 08/01/2025 | Wed | 10:30am-12:30pm | Chard Watch CIC, Boden Centre, Boden Street, Chard, Somerset, TA20 2AX |
| Open | 08/01/2025 | Wed | 2:00pm-3:30pm | CommuniTEA Waffle Cafe, Chard, 6A Holyrood Street |
| Open | 08/01/2025 | Wed | 3:30pm-5:00pm | CommuniTEA Waffle Cafe, Chard, 6A Holyrood Street |
| Members Only | 22/01/2025 | Wed | 10:30am-12:30pm | Chard Watch CIC, Boden Centre, Boden Street, Chard, Somerset, TA20 2AX |
| Open | 22/01/2025 | Wed | 2:00pm-3:30pm | CommuniTEA Waffle Cafe, Chard, 6A Holyrood Street |
| Open | 22/01/2025 | Wed | 3:30pm-5:00pm | CommuniTEA Waffle Cafe, Chard, 6A Holyrood Street |
| Open | 30/01/2025 | Thurs | 10:00am-11:30am | CommuniTEA Waffle Cafe, Chard, 6A Holyrood Street |
| Open | 30/01/2025 | Thurs | 11:30am-1:00pm | CommuniTEA Waffle Cafe, Chard, 6A Holyrood Street |
| Members Only | 30/01/2025 | Thurs | 2:00pm-4:00pm | The Watch Project – Chard Rugby Club |
| Open | 10/02/2025 | Mon | 9:30am-11:00am | Chard Library |
| Open | 10/02/2025 | Mon | 11:30am-1:00pm | Chard Library |
| Open | 10/02/2025 | Mon | 2:00pm-3:30pm | Chard Library |
| Members Only | 26/02/2025 | Wed | 10:30am-12:30pm | Chard Watch CIC, Boden Centre, Boden Street, Chard, Somerset, TA20 2AX |
| Open | 26/02/2025 | Wed | 2:00pm-3:30pm | CommuniTEA Waffle Cafe, Chard, 6A Holyrood Street |
| Open | 26/02/2025 | Wed | 3:30pm-5:00pm | CommuniTEA Waffle Cafe, Chard, 6A Holyrood Street |
| Open | 03/03/2025 | Mon | 9:30am-11:00am | Chard Library |
| Open | 03/03/2025 | Mon | 11:30am-1:00pm | Chard Library |
| Open | 03/03/2025 | Mon | 2:00pm-3:30pm | Chard Library |
| Open | 06/03/2025 | Thurs | 10:00am-11:30am | CommuniTEA Waffle Cafe, Chard, 6A Holyrood Street |
| Open | 06/03/2025 | Thurs | 11:30am-1:00pm | CommuniTEA Waffle Cafe, Chard, 6A Holyrood Street |
| Members Only | 06/03/2025 | Thurs | 2:00pm-4:00pm | The Watch Project – Chard Rugby Club |
| Open | 13/03/2025 | Thurs | 10:00am-11:30am | CommuniTEA Waffle Cafe, Chard, 6A Holyrood Street |
| Open | 13/03/2025 | Thurs | 11:30am-1:00pm | CommuniTEA Waffle Cafe, Chard, 6A Holyrood Street |
| Members Only | 13/03/2025 | Thurs | 2:00pm-4:00pm | The Watch Project – Chard Rugby Club |
Cost: Absolutely FREE!
Who Is This For?
This programme is perfect for you if you are:
✔️ Nervous about using technology
✔️ Looking to gain skills for work, life, or community involvement
✔️ Hoping to feel more confident and connected in today’s digital world
Why Join Digital Connect Chard?
- Practical Skills You Can Use Immediately: From setting up emails to mastering job applications, we cover the essentials.
- Discover New Opportunities: Boost your confidence to explore work, volunteering, and more.
- Personalised Support: Bring your tech challenges, and we’ll help you solve them.
- Completely Free: No fees, no strings—just life-changing skills!
Ready to Take the First Step?
👉 Sign Up Now: Digital Connect Chard – Expression of Interest
Help Us Spread the Word!
Are you part of a school, café, community center, or business in Chard? Let’s work together to make this programme a success!
📩 Download Posters and Flyers: Poster Flyer
📧 Request Printed Materials: Email planning@cosmic.org.uk
Together, we can help Chard thrive in the digital world.