Resources

Click here to visit the official Thrive55+ Active Living Center website.

Enhanced Benefits Checkup Counseling is BACK!!

Senior Resources Enhanced Benefits Checkup Coordinator, Lori Napolitano will be taking appointments here at Groton Senior Center twice a month on Tuesdays the following dates:

  • Screenings are appropriate for those seeking State/Federal Program assistance as well as Medicare Counseling.
  • Clients can be scheduled regardless of where they live in CT.  If an appointment is not available at the town they reside, clients will can schedule at another location.
  • Clients must come prepared for their appointment. Failure to come prepared impacts the client negatively.

Call 860-441-6785 to schedule.

TRANSPORTATION

As a rider on the Thrive 55+ transportation, the center provides a low cost ride to medical appointments and shopping for recommended $2 donation.

Transportation Information page

 

 

 

 

    Artwork at Thrive55+

    Posted on April 7, 2022 by Groton

    We have a lot going on here and now we also have another beautiful painting hanging on our wall. Thank you to Lynn Frink for donating this piece of art to the center. It adds so much character to the building and we just love you. You can view more of Lynn’s work at lynnfrinkart.com

    TECH TALK Facebook classes

    Posted on March 4, 2022 by Groton

    TECH TALK program –  Thursdays at 9 am weekly

    Please join us for weekly insights on current Tech trends – Drop in!

     

    ¨ Tech Talk FACEBOOK  Programs:

    -Thursday, March 10 Facebook Basics Lesson

    -Thursday, March 31 Facebook Legacy Contact Lesson

     

    *MUST register for either of these at the front desk.  

     

    SENIORS CAUTIOUS ABOUT MONEY SCAM TALK- MONDAY, MARCH 21 from 9:30-11:30 AM

    Posted on March 3, 2022 by Groton

    MUST REGISTER

    Officer Sean O’Brien of Groton Town Police
    Department will be the presenter and there will
    be time for him to answer your questions.
     Why are you at Risk for Financial Scams
     Types of Financial Scams
     Protecting Yourself
     Steps to Take Against Financial Fraud

    Aging Mastery Program – Wednesdays from 10-11:30 am

    Posted on March 3, 2022 by Groton

    Participants must register for this FREE program. AMP offers eight core sessions, each 90 minutes in length.
    Participants must be 55+ to register and the classes are free. Our AMP classes are part of a continuous program that is best if you can participate in most of the sessions. The program is about empowering people to make and maintain small but impactful changes as we continue to age. It incorporates evidenceinformed materials, expert speakers, group discussion, peer support, and small rewards to build skills and tools to manage health, maintain economic security, and contribute to society. Developed by the National Council on Aging.
    Topics to be covered
    • Navigating Longer Lives: The Basics of Aging Mastery
    • Gratitude and Mindfulness
    • Exercise and Sleep
    • Healthy Eating and Hydration
    • Financial Fitness
    • Advance Planning
    • Falls Prevention
    • Creativity & Learning/Legacy & Purpose