NEW LONDON SOCIAL SECURITY OFFICE HAS MOVED

The New London Social Security office has relocated to 6 Shaw’s Cove Park, Room 205, in New London.
Most Social Security services are available to the public online at www.socialsecurity.gov if you create a my
Social Security account. In addition, you can call Social Security by dialing toll-free at 1-800-772-1213.
If you create an online account with Social Security, you can request a replacement card, you can start or
change your direct deposit, you can request a replacement SSA-1099, and print a current Benefit Verification
Letter. If you are not yet receiving benefits, you can a personalized Social Security Statement which provides
earnings information as well as estimates of future benefits Lastly, the portal includes a retirement calculator
and links to information about other online services.

OVER THE HILL HIKING GROUP- List for December

December 2nd -Walden Preserve, Salem
Moderate
Leader: Heidi

December 9th  -Champlain North, Old Lyme
Easy/Moderate
Leaders: Debbie & Barry

December 16th -Mamacoke, New London
Easy/Moderate
Leader: Chuck

Hikers from other towns are welcome to participate.
Medium hikes may have a few hills, rocks or beach sand.
The difficult hike is more strenuous; participants must have completed two medium hikes with the group before enrolling into a difficult hike.
All hikes are approximately three to four miles long, and will begin at 9:30 A.M.
Hikers who wish to carpool should meet at East Lyme Senior Center at 9:00 A.M.
Distances, locations and leaders are subject to change,  if necessary.
All hikers must register for each hike by calling the East Lyme Senior Center – 860-739-5859.
Hikers are to bring water and sturdy shoes; and lunch, insect repellant and sunscreen if desired.

Bus Trip: Romeo Club going to Bill’s Seafood in Westbrook on December 28th at 11:30am

***NEW CLUB***
Retired Old Men Eating Out
Wed, Dec 28th, 11:30am
Bill’s Seafood, Westbrook
(cash only no credit cards accepted)
So, what is the ROMEO Club?
(Retired Old Men Eating Out)
They eat out, have fun, make and keep friends. Men Only!
Trip fee is $5pp (transportation only),

Open to Non-Residents, if there is availability.
Senior Center Fun Trips use a bus from the Center for transport to and from destination. # of seats very limited.
Registration begins the 1st business day of the month starting at 8am. Call the office to register and then make your
payment by 4pm on the next business day.
You may only register yourself.
Registration begins Dec 1st.

 

Bus Trip: Senior Center Fun Trip- Wednesday, December 14th to Griswold Inn, Essex and Wear your favorite Christmas Sweater!

Lunch with shopping afterwards. Departure time is 11:00am and expected return is 3:00pm. Trip fee is $5pp (transportation only). Open to Non-Residents if there is availability Non-residents will be charged a $1.00 surcharge. Senior Center Fun Trips use a bus from the Center for transport to and from destination. # of seats very limited.

Open to Non-Residents, if there is availability.
Senior Center Fun Trips use a bus from the Center for transport to and from destination. # of seats very limited.
Registration begins the 1st business day of the month starting at 8am. Call the office to register and then make your
payment by 4pm on the next business day.
You may only register yourself.
Registration begins Dec 1st.

Trips and Tours for 2023- Overnight Tours

April 15 – 26, 2023 – 12 Day – Spain & Portugal
Highlights – Málaga, White Villages of Andalusia, Ronda, Cordoba, La Mezquita,
Home Hosted Lunch, Horse Ranch, Seville Cathedral, Choice on Tour, Estremoz,
Cascais, Lisbon, Sintra, Quinta da Regaleira. Trip includes 17 Meals,
transportation and transfers. $4,599 double occupancy. Trip insurance strongly
encouraged for an additional $399pp.

Aug 22 – Sept 4th, 2023 – 8 Day Tour – California Dreaming
Highlights – Monterey, Scenic 17-Mile Drive, Yosemite National Park,
Sacramento, Choice on Tour, Lake Tahoe Scenic Cruise, Napa Valley Vineyard
Tour and Wine Tasting, San Francisco. Trip includes 12 Meals, transportation
and transfers. $3,249 double occupancy. Trip insurance strongly encouraged
for an additional $399pp.

Thu, Jan 12th, 11am  California Dreaming Trip Presentation

Oct 7 – 15, 2023 – 9 Day Tour – Northern Italy and Its Lakes
Highlights – Stay in Lake Maggiore and visit Lake Como, Lake Lugano, Bellagio,
Lake Garda, then onto Venice and Treviso. Trip includes 11 meals, transportation
and transfers. $3399 double occupancy. Trip insurance strongly encouraged for
an additional $399pp

 

No residency restrictions.  Detailed flyers available and  can be can be mailed. Registration begins on the dates noted. Register as soon as you can.  Payments will be made directly to the Tour Company arranging the trip. Checks can be dropped off to the Senior Center office or  mailed directly to the Tour Company. In most circumstances,  departure will be from the East Lyme Community Center Parking lot.

Bus Trips: Wednesday, Dec 7th to Newport Playhouse – A Christmas for Carol, Newport, RI

Start your holiday celebrations with the world premiere of a Christmas comedic
farce and enjoy the return to the actual Playhouse as they finally return to their
home. Always a good time, a good meal and a great way to take the stress out
of the holiday season. Lunch is included.
Trip fee is $105pp. Minimal walking. Waitlist only.

AARP Mature Driver Safety Class on December 7th or January 11th

Why Take a Defensive Driving Course?
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.
–Wed, Dec 7th – 12:30pm to 4:3pm
–Wed, Jan 11th – 9:15am to 1:15pm
$20 for AARP member $25 for non-AARP member
Register with the Senior Center office. Payment due upon registration. Call Senior Center at 860-739-5859.