Learnabout computers?
- New UserA training designed for people that have never used a computer before, focuses on using the mouse and scrolling.
- How Digital Literate are You?The Northstar Digital Literacy Project defines basic skills needed to perform tasks on computers and online. The ability of adults to perform these tasks can be assessed through online, selfguided modules. Included are basic computer digital literacy standards and modules in six main areas: Basic Computer Use, Internet, Windows Operating System, Mac OS, Email, and Word Processing (Word). When individuals pass the assessments at approved sites, they can obtain the Northstar Digital Literacy Certificate. This provides a credential for employment. There is no cost to complete the online assessments.
- Basic skills +The Goodwill Community Foundation offers free, great online learning on a wide range of basic and intermediate skills in Microsoft office applications, computer basics, Internet basics, social media and other self‐sufficiency skills. Topics included on this site: computers, email basics, Internet basics, Mac OS, online safety, Windows, devices, digital skills, photos and graphics, social media, using the cloud, Microsoft Office, everyday life, math, reading, career planning, job search, money, workplace skills.
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- Antlers Library PageThe Antlers Public Library’s webpage includes information about the library, its policies, and its events. The webpage includes links to its catalog of holdings, research sites, and other book/reading related sites, as well as, ways to contact or donate to the library.
- Local healthcare providersHealthGrades.com is a health care ratings organization that provides consumers, companies and hospitals with reviews and profiles of doctors, hospitals and nursing homes. The links has been set to display providers in the Antlers area.
- Losing WeightLIVESTRONG.COM is the definitive destination for those who want to build their own healthy living success story. We believe that everyone should feel empowered through food, fitness, and inspiration to pursue their best life because eating well and staying active are critical components in preventing cancer and fighting other illnesses.
- Child AbuseThe Department of Health and Human Services’ Child Welfare and Information Gateway offers resources on child abuse and neglect, including definitions, identification of signs and symptoms, statistics and data, risk and protective factors, perpetrators, the impact on individuals and society, and fatalities.
- Elder AbuseNational Institute on Aging (NIA), one of the 27 Institutes and Centers of NIH, leads a broad scientific effort to understand the nature of aging and to extend the healthy, active years of life. NIA is the primary Federal agency supporting and conducting Alzheimer’s disease research.
- Alcohol AbuseThe National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA) is one of the 27 institutes and centers that comprise the National Institutes of Health (NIH). NIAAA supports and conducts research on the impact of alcohol use on human health and well‐being. It is the largest funder of alcohol research in the world.
- Quit TobaccoNo judgments. Just help. Check out these easy‐to‐use free resources on how to quit. The Oklahoma Tobacco Helpline is a FREE service available by phone or online. It’s open to all Oklahomans who desire to stop smoking or using other tobacco products. Nicotine‐replacement patches, gum or lozenges are available for free to registered participants.
- Gambling AddictionResponsible Gambling Information. Choctaw Casino is committed to helping patrons with compulsive gambling tendencies. 10 Indications of Problem or Compulsive Gambling Behavior.
- Suicide PreventionThe National Suicide Prevention Lifeline provides free and confidential emotional support to people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Since its inception, the Lifeline has engaged in a variety of initiatives to improve crisis services and advance suicide prevention, such as the lifeline website.
- OK DHS LiveThe Oklahoma Department of Human Services Live site is the gateway to apply for SNAP Food Benefits and Oklahoma School Breakfast and Lunch programs, enroll in Soonercare and WIC, and to research Child care and Citizenship.
- Sooner CareTo enroll in or update your SoonerCare account. SoonerCare (Oklahoma Medicaid) is a health coverage program jointly funded by the federal and state government. This program helps pay some or all medical bills for many people who can’t afford them. The Oklahoma Health Care Authority (OHCA) is the state agency that administers the program and determines financial eligibility for the program.
- EbayThis site is one of the most used sites to sell and buy items.
- MapQuestOne of the best sites for obtaining directions to and from destinations.
New Videos?
- YouTubeFounded in 2005, YouTube is one of the most popular video sites on the Web today. Millions of videos have been uploaded and shared here, ranging from movie trailers to amateur videos of cats. Anyone with an Internet connection can share content on YouTube, whether they be organizations with large budgets or an individual with a video camera.
- VimeoVimeo is a video sharing platform that was launched in 2004 by a group of filmmakers. Since then, the platform has grown to over 14 million members – most of them artists in film, animation, music and other works of art – who’ve been able to use Vimeo as a way to share and promote their work.
- On Health IssuesThe American College of Physicians (ACP) is a national organization of internists — physician specialists who apply scientific knowledge and clinical expertise to the diagnosis, treatment, and compassionate care of adults across the spectrum from health to complex illness.
Health Issues?
- MedlinePlusThe National Library of Medicine, a part of the National Institutes of Health, created and maintains MedlinePlus to assist you in locating authoritative health information. MedlinePlus pages contain carefully selected links to Web resources with health information on over 900 topics. Include easy‐to-read selections and video instructions!
- WebMDLook up health conditions, drugs and supplements; get tips for healthy living and find the latest health and wellness news and expert opinions.
- Mayo ClinicFind information on healthy lifestyles, symptoms, diseases and conditions, tests and procedures, and drugs and supplements.
- Health VideosThe American College of Physicians (ACP) is a national organization of internists — physician specialists who apply scientific knowledge and clinical expertise to the diagnosis, treatment, and compassionate care of adults across the spectrum from health to complex illness.
- Fitness and ExerciseAmerican Council on Exercise’s mission is to ensure people have access to well‐qualified health and fitness professionals and health coaches, and science‐based information and resources on safe and effective physical activity, so they may get active, establish healthy behavior, and live their most fit lives.
- Mental Health AmericaInformation on mental health conditions and other related topics, workplace wellness and other wellness topics, resources for support, treatment and recovery.
- Prescription Drug InfoDrugs.com is the most popular, comprehensive and up‐to‐date source of drug information online. Providing free, peer‐reviewed, accurate and independent data on more than 24,000 prescription drugs, over‐the‐counter medicines & natural products.
- Women’s HealthThe Office on Women’s Health (OWH) offers this award‐winning comprehensive website that provides reliable, accurate, commercial‐free information on the health of women. They cover a wide variety of health topics, ranging from adolescent health to reproductive health to healthy aging. Health Issues?
- National Institutes of HealthFind science‐based health information on symptoms, diagnosis, treatments, research, clinical trials and more from NIH, the nation’s medical research agency.
- More…
- National Institutes of Health
- Science Daily
- Physician’s Desk Reference
- American Heart Assoc.
- Am. Cancer Society
- Am. Diabetes Assoc.
- Alzheimer’s Assoc.
Job related?
- OK Job MatchOkJobMatch.com is a website developed through the Oklahoma Department of Commerce that helps match employers to potential employees. Job seekers can search for jobs, write a resume, and apply online. This website is also used now to apply for unemployment benefits.
- UnemploymentThe Oklahoma Employment Security Commission’s site to file your initial Oklahoma unemployment claim, file your weekly claim, and to inquire on an existing claim.
- Assess skills and interests w/ IseekThis assessment lets you rate yourself on 35 different skills and then see which occupations are a match for the skills that are important to you. At the end of the assessment, you will see a list of occupations that are a good match for your skill profile.
- Boost your career skills w/ Mind ToolsMindTools.com teaches you the leadership, team management, problem‐solving, personal productivity, and team‐working skills that you need for a happy and successful career.
Socialize?
- FacebookFacebook is a social networking service which is a platform to build social networks or social relations among people who share interests, activities, backgrounds or real‐life connections. A social network service consists of a representation of each user (often a profile), his or her social links, and a variety of additional services. To use Facebook, a profile with username and password must be created.
- TwitterTwitter is a great place for keeping people informed on what you are up to without the need to spend a lot of time crafting an entire post on the subject. While Twitter may have started as a micro‐blogging service, it is grown into much more than simply a tool to type in quick status updates. It is a cross between blogging and instant messaging.
- LinkedInLinkedIn is a directory of professionals and companies. Individuals and companies use LinkedIn for networking, job searching, hiring, company research, and connecting with affiliates, including alumni, industry, and a variety of other business related groups.
- PinterestPinterest, launched in 2010, is a popular content and image sharing website, best compared to an online scrapbook. Users find images, designs, or content they like somewhere on the Web, create a category (or “pinboard”), and then post it to the website.
EGovernment?
- Social SecuritySocial Security Express is an easy to use access site to all things related to retirement, social security, and Medicare.
- Federal Student AidDo you have someone attending college? You will need to file a FAFSA form after doing you taxes.
- Court RecordsOn Demand Court Records provides free, unlimited searching across all of the public court records provided by the courts who publish on this website.
- Legal InformationThe Oklahoma Bar Association offers a series of free informational brochures and other publications on a variety of legal topics at no cost to individuals
- Legal assistance for low incomeOklahoma Bar Association list of free or no-cost legal assistance for those who meet certain income or other qualifications.
- Sex Offenders RegistryThe Oklahoma Department of Corrections created and maintains the data in the registry to provide the public and state and local agencies access to collected information about registered sex offenders in the community. The registry is intended to help you better protect yourself and your family. It identifies known sex offenders all across Oklahoma. Various links to other resources are included to help you find support groups, neighborhood crime watch programs, and various state agencies and private organizations can provide additional information and assistance.
- Small BusinessAre you thinking about starting a business of your own? Explore a variety of topics to learn the aspects of starting a business, plus find information you need to succeed. Also explore the topics to find information and guidance that will help you manage and grow your business effectively.
- Voter RegistrationEstablished under the Constitution of the State of Oklahoma in 1907, the Oklahoma State Election Board is the administrative agency for the conduct of state elections and the oversight of the state’s 77 county election boards. This website oversees voter registration in the State of Oklahoma.
- Hunting LicensesThe Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation is the state agency responsible for managing fish and wildlife. The Wildlife Department receives no general state tax appropriations and is supported by hunting and fishing license fees and special taxes through the Wildlife & Sport Fish Restoration Program on sporting equipment and motorboat fuels paid by anglers, boaters, hunters, and recreational shooters.
- Hunter EducationInformation from the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation on hunter education including how to replace a hunter education card.
- Federal TaxesThe federal tax site for all things IRS and federal tax related.
- Oklahoma State TaxesThe place for all things State Tax related including Oklahoma Tax Forms.
Email?
- Yahoo mailYahoo! Mail is your universal email program on the web, Windows 8 and mobile devices with unlimited storage, SMS texting, social networking and instant messaging to boot. Use this screen to sign into your Yahoo email account or choose the Create New Account to sign up for a free Yahoo email account.
- Google mailGmail is the Google approach to email and chat. Practically unlimited free online storage allows you to collect all your messages, and Gmail’s simple but very smart interface lets you find mail precisely and see it in context without effort. Use this screen to sign into your Yahoo email account or choose the Create New Account to sign up for a free Gmail email account.
Search the Web?
- GoogleGoogle Search, commonly referred to as Google Web Search or just Google, is a web search engine owned by Google Inc. It is the most‐used search engine on the World Wide Web, handling more than three billion searches each day. The order of search on Google’s search‐results pages is based, in part, on a priority rank called a “PageRank”. Google Search provides many different options for customized search, using Boolean operators such as: exclusion (“‐xx”), alternatives (“xx OR yy OR zz”), and wildcards (“Winston * Churchill” returns “Winston Churchill”, “Winston Spencer Churchill”, etc).
- YahooYahoo! Homepage is a portal that provides the latest news, entertainment, and sports information. The portal also gives users access to other Yahoo services like Yahoo Search, Yahoo Mail, Yahoo Maps, Yahoo Finance, Yahoo Groups and Yahoo Messenger. To search the web, type your search topic in the box that the cursor appears in and click on the Search Web button.