Programs

Programs – The Senior Center plans events on a monthly basis. Below is a listing for what generally occurs. For more details on events not listed below, check the Calendar Section and/or the News Section.

Fitness – Participants can trial any class without obligation. Please notify the Senior Center office if you are trialing a class.

All participants are encouraged to participate at their level of fitness/comfort. Any physical concerns are to be addressed to your personal physician. Questions about modifying the routines are to be directed to your instructor. All instructors are CPR certified and qualified in the class they are teaching.

Classes are Session Based: These classes will have a specific start and end date. Class sessions typically run for 3 months.

Music Classes – Ukulele and Guitar lessons. Explore your creative side and challenge yourself mentally by learning to play an instrument. Beginner level is offered as well as more advanced classes. Loaner instrument is available if needed.

Education/Enrichment Classes – Learn new skills in the areas of the arts, technology, health and more. Through education develop and help maintain your mental abilities as well as enhance your self-esteem and creative needs. Explore and develop your interests.

Cards/GamesA variety of choices for group play and individual play. Promotes mental stimulation and provides for socialization. They stimulate memory, attention skills and have great social interaction which works on many parts of the brain. Our games programs include a variety of levels from basic to more challenging options.

Social Scene – The Senior Center plans, often with meals, events that are offered to provide socialization and entertainment. Any excuse for a party is considered whether it be to celebrate a national holiday or just to have some fun.

Health Services – These services are provided to help older adults age at home and stay as well as possible. Everyone is encouraged to take advantage of the programs.

Nutrition Services – The Senior Nutrition Program, administered by TVCCA, offers nutritious meals on Tuesday and Thursday at 11:45am. You must register for a lunch at least 24 hours in advance.

    Grandparent Support Group

    Tuesday, May 3rd at 10:00am

     

    Are you a grandparent or relative helping to raise your grandchild(ren)? Are you looking for others to connect with who are also helping raise their grandchild(ren)?

    Join us the first Wednesday of each month.

    Registration is now open.

    Drumming With Doug

    Tuesday, May 2nd from 3:00-4:00pm

     

    Play a drum! Create easy rhythms! Connect with others! No experience necessary. Some drums available for use. Experience a fun, therapeutic drum program for all abilities that energizes you while relieving depression, stress and tension. Join Percussionist Doug Sabino the first Tue of each month for a fun, hand drumming program.

    No fee required. Space is limited. Registration is now open.

    Grief Support Group

    Tuesday, May 2nd at 10:30am

     

    The loss of a spouse or partner is often one of the hardest losses we will encounter. Our lives turn upside down. You ask yourself, “How will I survive and feel all alone?” You are not alone. This group will offer a safe and private space for you to learn from others and understand that there are others sharing this similar experience. The group is peer to peer support with a trained peer facilitator from the Brian Dagle Foundation. This group meets the first Tue of each month at the Senior Center. Please register with the Senior Center.

     

    *New* Gardening Club

    Every Monday at 3:00pm at EL Middle School

     

    The East Lyme Middle School is sponsoring an after school Garden Club. They are looking to partner with our members who enjoy gardening and would like to collaborate and share your knowledge and passion for gardening. Please contact Mario Cruz at 860-691-5537 for more information.

    AARP Mature Driver Safety Class

    Wednesday, May 3rd from 9:15am-1:15pm

     

    The AARP Smart Driver course is the nation’s first refresher course specifically
    designed for drivers age 50 and older. In many states, drivers may benefit from a discount on their auto insurance premium upon completing the course. Contact your insurance company to find out. And you will learn something new along the way. In fact, an evaluation of the course found that 97% of participants changed at least one driving habit as a result of what they learned.

    $20 for AARP member $25 for non-AARP member

    Register with the Senior Center office. Payment due upon registration.