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/Games – A 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.

    OPEN ENROLLMENT PERIOD for MEDICARE ADVANTAGE PLANS -2023

    Posted on December 3, 2022 by East Lyme

    Time is running out if you would like to have your insurance coverage reviewed. The Open Enrollment Period (OEP) for
    Medicare Part D/Prescription Drug Plans and Medicare Advantage Plans ends on December 7th, 2022. Participants are
    encouraged to review their health and drug coverage to determine if any changes are needed. If a change is made, it
    goes into effect as of January 1, 2023.
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    The changes you can make during the Open Enrollment Period include:
    Joining a new Medicare Advantage Plan or Part D prescription drug plan
    Switching from Original Medicare to a Medicare Advantage Plan
    Switching from a Medicare Advantage Plan to Original Medicare (with or without a Part D plan)
    Call the Senior Center with your interest for an appointment. 860-739-5859

    LEDGE LIGHT HEALTH DISTRICT WILL HOST A COVID-19 VACCINE CLINIC ON WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 14TH FROM 1:00 TO 3:00PM

    Posted on December 3, 2022 by East Lyme

    Bivalent COVID-19 booster vaccines will be available for individuals ages 18 and
    older. It must be at least 2 months since last COVID-19 booster or completion of
    primary series. Primary series doses will also be available. Only the Moderna
    vaccine will be offered at this clinic. The clinic is free. No appointment, insurance,
    or ID necessary. Please bring your CDC vaccination card if you have one.

    Registration Information- Winter Session from January 3rd – March 24th, 2023

    Posted on December 3, 2022 by East Lyme

    Make Up classes week of the Mar 27th
    Registration for fitness classes, music classes, games, and craft programs for the winter session will begin on Dec 12th for Residents and Dec 19th for NonResidents. The office opens at 8am. If you register online, we must receive payment by the end of the next business day. Please do not call in your registration. Registrations are not guaranteed until we receive payment.