Mondays in April   1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.

Join us for this free 4-week series presented by Kristine Johnson, Dementia Specialist from Hartford Healthcare Center for Healthy Aging.  Are you caring for someone with dementia?  Do you want to learn more about the progression of the disease and helpful communication tips?  Would you like to be able to recognize common behaviors and know how to respond?

April  3^rd – Overview of Dementia

April 10^th – Basics of Communication and Understanding Behaviors

April 17^th – Safety and How to Structure Daily Activities

April  24^th – Taking Care of the Caregiver and Care Options

Participants are encouraged to attend all 4 sessions but it is not required.  A question and answer period will be included each week.  Community Recourses available to you will be discussed.

Sign up at Reception for each week you will be attending.

Meets Mondays at 10:00am

Group lead by Kerri Redner, LCSW, RYT, C-MI

This group meets weekly and will focus on music, movement (in chair), writing and art.  Each week different music is played to help guide a creative activity.  New participants welcome!

If interested, please call (860) 889-5960 to register with Kerri. 

Friday March 3rd and 17th at 10:00am

These easy, seasonal crafts are good for beginners but all Members are welcome.  Class size is limited.

Sign up at Reception

Friday, March 24th at 10:30am

The South East CT Community Center of the Blind will be speaking about their organization and the services they provide to those persons who are living with low vision or blindness.  The Center of the Blind is located in New London and offers services such as transportation, Lunch & Learn programs, support groups, and a retail outlet stocked with items for those with vision impairments.

Discover how technology is helping the visually impaired become more independent.  This one hour presentation will be followed by questions & answers.  Examples of items they sell will be available.

Presentation by Wendy Lusk, Executive Director, South East CT Community Center of the Blind, Inc. and Kevin Harkins, Board of Directors Vice President.

Sign up at Reception if you will be attending.

Wednesday, March 22nd at 10:30am

Join Jan-YourGardenGURU, Jan Mallett, as she shares secrets to growing herbs, flowers, veggies… EVEN in the tiniest of spaces: windowsills, decks, porches, etc.

Master Gardener and Certified Garden Coach, Jan Mallett teaches gardening skills to beginners of all ages and helps to create garden designs, big and small. 

Sign up at Reception if you will be attending.

New session starting March 3rd!

Fridays from 12:00-1:30pm

Cost: $85 per 8 week session

Instructed by Diane Chapin

This class is open to Senior Center Members who have previously taken Tai Chi and familiar with form and movement.  Can’t make it to the March 3^rd class?  No problem!  You can start on March 10^th.

Not sure if this is the right class for you?  Stop in on a Friday, talk to the instructor, and give it a try!

To make a reservation for lunch, contact the Senior Center office by 12pm the day prior by either calling at 860-739-5859 or stopping by. Lunch is served at 11:45am.

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Stuffed Chicken Kiev, Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Green Beans, Mixed Fruit Cup

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Birthday Celebration, Beef Stew, Steamed Parsley Potatoes, Broccoli, Birthday Treat, Orange Juice

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Cheese Omelet, Home Fries, Squash Mix w/Carrots & String Beans, Pineapple Tidbits

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Chicken Cacciatore, Pasta Shells w/Marinara, Green & Waxed Beans, Fresh Fruit

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Pork Sausage & Gravy, Herb Roasted Potatoes, Broccoli, Tropical Fruit Cup

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Salisbury Steak w/Gravy, Mashed Potatoes, Corn w/Peppers & Onions, Applesauce Cup

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Swedish Meatballs, Penne Pasta, Mixed Vegetables Medley, Mandarin Oranges

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Sloppy Joe w/Bun, Tater Tots, Squash Mix w/Carrots & String Beans, Tropical Fruit Cup

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Crispy Cod, Macaroni & Cheese, Peas & Pearl Onions, Fresh Orange