Overnight Trips & Cruises for 2022

Posted on May 28, 2022 by East Lyme

No residency restrictions.  Detailed flyers available. Flyers 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.

If you’re interested we can email you the link to view the details of the trip and even to register online!

Aug 12 – Aug 20, 2022 – 9 day tour or the Colorado Rockies. Visit four national parks and two historic trains that celebrate the can-do spirit of the Old West. Trip includes 11 meals, transport
and transfers. $2999pp double occupancy. Trip insurance strongly encouraged for an additional $399pp. Trip presentation – Wednesday, February 23rd at 1pm.

Aug 26 – Sep 2, 2022 – 8 day Alaskan Cruise onboard the Celebrity Solstice. Airfare included. See the wonders of Alaska from the comfort of a cruise ship. Depart from T.F. Green Airport in
Providence, RI. Prices start at $2501pp not including trip insurance. If you’re interested we can email you the link to view the details of the trip and even to register on line!

Oct 6 – Oct 15, 2022 – 10 day Shades of Ireland. Visit to Dublin, Blarney Castle, Kilkenny, Waterford, Ring of Kerry, and the Cliffs of Moher. Trip includes 13 meals, transportation and
transfers. $3699pp double occupancy. Trip insurance strongly encouraged for an additional $399pp. Trip presentation – Wednesday, February 23rd at 1pm.

**NEW**Oct 26-28, 2022 – 3 day Lancaster, PA – Sight & Sound Presentation of their brand new show “DAVID”. 2 nights, 4 meals, and sightseeing. $585 pp double occupancy. Trip insurance encouraged.

Please contact the Senior Center office for additional information at 860-739-5859.

Coming Soon for 2023
April 15, 2023- Spain & Portugal, 12 Day Tour
August, 22nd, 2023- California Dreaming, 8 Day Tour
October 2023- Northern Italy and its Lakes, 9 Day Tour

 

 

Over the Hill Hiking Group- Fridays

Posted on May 28, 2022 by East Lyme

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.
All hikes are approximately three to four miles long, and will begin at 9:00 A.M.
Hikers who wish to carpool should meet at East Lyme Senior Center at 8:30 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.

June 3, Pequot Woods, Mystic (Groton),
Medium
Leader: Chuck

June 10, Candlewood & Avery Farm, Groton
Medium
Leader: Bob

June 17, Mt. Archer, Lyme
Easy
Leader: Carol

June 24th, Champlain South, Old Lyme
Difficult
Leader: Cindy

TAX RELIEF FOR ELDERLY AND TOTALLY DISABLED RENTERS 2022

Posted on May 28, 2022 by East Lyme

The Renter Rebate Program through the State of CT provides a rebate for renters who are elderly or disabled. Applications for the program are available until October 1st. Please call the Senior Center for an appointment.

To be eligible:
1. An applicant or the spouse must be 65 or older; or be 100% disabled (per Social Security); or be 50 and a surviving spouse of a previous applicant.
2. Must have lived in CT for 1 year.
3. Total 2021 income which includes Social Security must not exceed:
$38,100 for a single person
$46,400 for a married couple
4. 35% of of the applicant’s rent must exceed 5% of the applicant’s income

Proof of income received and rent and utility payments made in calendar year 2021 must be provided.
For residents living at either Twin Haven or the AHEPA housing complexes, you will be contacted.

CAREGIVER SUPPORT – 4 PART PROGRAM PRESENTED BY ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION- begins Thursday, June 23rd at 10:00-11:30am for four weeks

Posted on May 28, 2022 by East Lyme

Begins Thu, Jun 23rd, 10am – 11:30am, 4 weeks
This four part program is designed to educate caregivers on the necessary skills and information needed to provide care for persons with memory loss. Topics include: Overview of Alzheimer’s Disease & Research, Communication Techniques, Identification of Behavioral Challenges, Family Dynamics, Community Resources, and Legal and Financial issues.

Registration begins Jun 1st. Register by Jun 17th.

Pickleball Lessons- Fridays Starting July 8th

Posted on May 28, 2022 by East Lyme

Begins Fri, July 8th and runs for 4 weeks
9:45am – 11am Beginner Lessons
11am – 12pm Advance Beginner/Intermediate
$60 per person,
Register with the Senior Center.

Presentation: ESTATE PLANNING INFO SESSION on Wednesday, June15th at 1:00 PM

Posted on May 28, 2022 by Groton

Presented by Eric Moreira, CRPC, APMA Financial Advisor
of Coastal Wealth Management. Local Estate Planning
Attorney April Brodeur will be guest speaker.
* General Estate Planning ideas
* Creative ways to leave a legacy for loved ones
* Simple techniques for avoiding Probate
* Medicaid Planning
Light refreshments available.
Registration required for this by Monday, June 13th

Presentation: THINGS TO THINK ABOUT IF YOU’RE THINKING ABOUT DOWNSIZING on Wednesday, June 22nd at 1:00pm and June 29th at 6:00 PM

Posted on May 28, 2022 by Groton

Presented by Heather Sawyer of William Pitt Sotheby’s international Realty located in Mystic CT. Let’s talk about downsizing for you personally or helping family members through the process. Topics include how to prepare your home and yourself for the changes, how to sell your current home, how to buy another home/condo and what does that mean for you and your family.

JUNE VOLUNTEER OF THE MONTH- TERRY ZIEGLER

Posted on May 28, 2022 by Groton

We would like to thank Terry for being such an active and dedicated volunteer
here at Thrive55+. She is very passionate about helping others and takes great
pride in all that she does. She tends to work behind the scenes and prefers to
remain anonymous. Terry’s hard work doesn’t go unnoticed and her leadership
role as the head volunteer for the party committee is absolutely awesome!!
Terry has been a volunteer at the center for at least 15 years. She began
volunteering when a childhood friend, Carol Pratt, approached her and asked
her to play the piano for the centers’ chorus. Terry had recently retired from
being a teacher for 31 years in the New London school system. She also
volunteers for the Groton Public Library delivering books to homebound
patrons. This is a program that is near and dear to her since her mother began
it in the 70’s. Terry has been involved in this program for well over 20 years.
Terry also knits chemo caps and donates them to a local oncologist for cancer
patients. Terry stated that she continues to volunteer on a regular basis because
the people that she is helping rely on her to be there for them.
When she’s not volunteering you will find Terry reading books, playing cards
and enjoying cruises. She is chapter president of ETA Connecticut State
Organization of Delta Kappa Gamma International for women teachers.
We couldn’t do what we do at Thrive55+ without volunteers like Terry.
She is one of a kind and absolutely amazing.