Have you ever worked as a volunteer? There are animal shelters, soup kitchens, community theaters, Habitat for Humanity, hospitals, especially children's, Big Brother programs. The list goes on and on. I'm sure if you look around your community you could find something that needs doing and you could fill that role. You'll be helping others who are in need, you'll build your own self-confidence AND you'll meet others with similar interests.
Here's a thought. Many charity organizations regularly receive donations of used computers or computer components. With your computer skills, perhaps you could volunteer to rehab those and allow the organization to get some use out of them, either by direct use or by selling them. The Salvation Army comes to mind in this regard.
Trust me on this. It's really amazing how helping others will make you feel great about yourself and open doors to friendships, contacts, even job possibilities down the road. AND just think of all the great karma you'll generate
