The massage will be about 20 minutes which includes a foot soak.
Certified Reflexologist – $5pp upon registration
Appointments start at 1pm
Certified Reflexologist
Register with the Senior Center.
Trips and Tours -2022
Fri, June 17th – Newport Flower Show- Eden a Personal Paradise. Free time for lunch on own & shopping at the Wharf area. Trip fee is $82 per person. Lots of walking. Registration now open.
Wed, July 13rd – Charles Riverboat Cruise, Boston, MA– Narrated cruise of the Charles River with lunch at the Cheesecake Factory. Trip fee is $127 per person. Moderate walking. Registration begins May 2nd.
Wed, July 27th – Whale Watch High Speed Catamaran, Boston, MA- 3+ hour whale watch tour from Stellwagen Bank with free time at Quincy Market for lunch and shopping. Trip fee $126 per person. Lots of walking. Registration open now.
Tue, Aug 17th – Providence Italian Style – Enjoy a walking tour of Providence showcasing the Italian connection. A delectable Italian style lunch on Federal Hill followed by a Venetian Gondola ride. Trip fee $130 per person. Lots of walking. Registration begins June 1st.
Mark your calendars – details to follow
Wed, Oct 5th – Covered Bridges/Cathedral of the Pines
Thu, Oct 20th – Jack-O-Lantern Spooktacular @ Roger Williams Zoo
Wed, Nov 16th – Shopping at Woodbury Commons
Sat, Dec 3rd – New York City on Own
Wed, Dec 7th – Newport Playhouse – A Christmas for Carol
Overnight Trips & Cruises for 2022
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
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
VNASC Nurse Managed Foot Clinic- Thursday, June 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.
TAX RELIEF FOR ELDERLY AND TOTALLY DISABLED RENTERS 2022
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
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.
CLUB 55 BOARD AND GENERAL MEETINGS: Tuesday, June 14th at 12:30pm
Please join us at any general meeting and make a difference with us!
Pickleball Lessons- Fridays Starting July 8th
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
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