Dying Matters Presentation

Wednesday, March 1st from 2:00-3:00pm

 

Join end of life planner/death doula Rachel Baer to find out why it is important to discuss & plan for the very taboo subject of death & dying. Learn the role of a death doula & how they can help navigate death by planning ahead, supporting the dying person & their loved ones during the transition & helping you to leave a legacy for your family. While an end-of-life planner does not provide medical care, they can give emotional, physical & spiritual support, care giver respite as well as helping you write letters and/or your story to leave for your family.

Registration begins Feb 1st. Register by Feb 23rd.

Smith Acres Terrarium Workshop

February 21st at 9:30am

 

We will be planting in a “fishbowl” shaped container. Folks can chose from a selection of little plants that we will bring along. We will have plants available for high and low light growing conditions. After planting, we will “decorate” with either some moss or colorful gravel. We will also talk about the care
of terrariums, watering & fertilization. All supplies will be included, but if the participant has any special little treasures that they would like to incorporate into their terrarium to make it special, they should bring it along.

Registration begins Feb 1st. $15.00 per person. Space is limited.

Mindfulness and Meditation Series

Every Thursday from 2:00-3:00pm

4-week session beginning February 16th

 

Would you like to experience more peace and calm, even if everything around you seems chaotic and busy? Would you like to feel rested and enjoy better sleep? Join Lisa Bragaw, PharmD from Zen & Now Wellness Center to learn some simple techniques to quiet the mind, feel more awake, alert, focused and more productive with less effort. Each session, Lisa will lead a guided meditation and teach some very easy to implement mindfulness tools and strategies you can use anytime to bring more ease into your life.

$25.00 Per Person, 4 Weeks. Registration begins Feb 1st. Register by Feb 13.

Chess Lessons Via Zoom

FREE ON-LINE LESSONS

Contact jasonlu05j@gmail.com or visit chessforseniors.org

Registration is now open.

February Health & Wellness Services

VNASC Nurse Managed Foot Clinic:

Thursday, February 9th from 12:15-3:45pm

Routine foot care provided for a fee – $10pp.
Appointment required. Payment due at time of service.
No diabetics please.

 

Manicure:

Tuesday, February 14th & 28th at 8:15am

Sponsored by Pretty Nails and Spa. 15 minute appointments
$5pp – Cut, file, shape, and polish.
Register with the Senior Center

 

Massage Therapy:

Wednesday, February 8th & 22nd from 1:00-4:00pm

Thursday, February 16th from 9:00am-12:00pm

You can reserve a 25 minute appointment for $30 or a 55 minute appointment for $60.
Register with the Senior Center. Payment is due at time of reservation.

 

Blood Pressure Check:

Every Friday at 12:30pm

Walk-in. No need to register

New Service: Haircuts!

4th Thursday of the month from 9:30am-1:00pm

Beginning February 23rd

 

Haircuts by appointment. Every 20 minutes.

Cost is $15 per person (Tips appreciated)

Call the Senior Center for an appointment.

Acting & Scene Class with Joyce Beauvais

6-week class on Thursdays from 12:00-2:30pm 

Starting February 23rd and ending March  30th

 

Learn a new skill and meet people who love theater. You will have fun, develop
friendships, and generally enjoy yourself. Learn the techniques of acting as applied to scenes. No memorizing. Keep Mon, Apr 3rd from 1pm to 3pm open for
your workshop presentation.

$85pp Registration begins Feb 1st

Lunch & Learn: Stamp Out Stroke

Wednesday, February 15th at 12:30pm

 

Stamp Out Stroke is a community outreach group affiliated with the Yale Stroke Department. We are comprised of physicians, nurses, and students and our goal is to educate the New Haven and surrounding community about stroke. We focus on stroke risk factors, recognizing warning signs, and the importance of receiving prompt care. We will provide an interactive presentation followed by a Q&A session at the end.

Registration begins Feb 1st. Please register by Feb 10th. $2pp

Valentine’s Day Lunch

Friday, February 10th at 12:00pm

 

Come join us for a lovely Valentine’s Day luncheon and feel the love in the
air. We will be serving Baked Ziti, Love Salad, Italian Bread and a sweet treat- something chocolate for sure!

Registration begins Feb 1st. Please register by Feb 7th. $7pp

AARP Tax Aide

The AARP Tax-Aide program returns this year to provide free tax counseling
and preparation for middle to low-income taxpayers with special attention to
those people aged 60 and over. To schedule your appointment and get the
details about how the program will operate, call the Senior Center as soon as
possible.