Foot Care Clinics:

Thursday, October 21st starting at Noon-  The first clinic is done by our town nurse, Denise Piersa, and is free of charge. During the foot care clinic she will be performing routine foot care services including assessing feet and legs, soaking feet, and sanding/filing of toenails. Cutting of toe nails can not be done at this clinic. Please call the nurse directly to schedule the appointment at (860)434-7808.

Thursday, November 18th appointments available between 12:00-3:00pm- The second clinic is done by Gretchen O’Connor, RN from Foot Nurse Associates and she will be accepting  appointments for routine foot care services including assessing feet and legs, gentle cleaning, clipping, and sanding/filing of toenails to reduce length and thickness.

Bocce Ball at 9:30am -Mondays

While the weather is still nice, we will be playing Bocce Ball outside on Mondays at 9:30am. If you do not know how to play the game, we can teach you. Call (860)434-4127 to register.

Tuesday, October 19th at 1:00pm- Lecture by Lynn McCarthy on Breathing and Why it Matters

This in person lecture will be presented by Lynn McCarthy on October 19th at 1pm. Call the senior center to register at 860-434-4127
Proper breathing:
 is the quickest way to calm the mind & body
 minimizes the effects of Covid/Delta
 manages the inflammation caused by cortisol
 an increase longevity
 and so many more health benefits

Humans having lost the ability to breathe properly is why we’re suffering from a laundry list of maladies—snoring, sleep apnea, asthma, autoimmune disease, allergies, to name a few. According to research, the ways in which we take in that air and exhale it is as important as what we eat, how much we exercise, or whatever genes we’ve inherited. Sounds crazy, right? But this is exactly what neurologists, rhinologists, and pulmonologists working at some of the most prestigious research institutions are finding. Honing these skills can help us live longer and healthier lives.

Friday, October 29th from 1:00-2:00pm- Halloween Costume & Car Parade

HONK, SHOUT & WAVE!
Please email seniorcenter@oldlyme-ct.gov or call 860-434-1605 ext. 240 to sign up by 10/25/21
Decorate Your Car!   Wear a Costume! Flanders Donuts & Cider.
Experience our Halloween Parade from your car.  Win a Gift Card for Best Costume or Decorated Car.
Free event for members.    Pictures will be taken and posted on Facebook.
Winners will be decided by picture “likes” on Facebook.
Pictures will be posted by October 31st and contest will run until 12pm on November 8th.

AVAILABLE VOLUNTEER POSITION

Cove Barista-

We are seeking two volunteers for each day Tuesday-Friday to work in the Cove with the exception of
Wednesdays and Fridays we would need one volunteer for each of these days to help in the kitchen
(training will be provided). The hours would be 8:30-10:15 , duties would include selling baked goods,
coffee and using a microwave occasionally. If interested please stop by to see Tomi or call 860-441-6782

OCTOBER VOLUNTEER OF THE MONTH IS ELIZABETH HOGAN

Elizabeth is our October volunteer. She is an outstanding volunteer and we are very lucky to have her! She has
been a volunteer at Groton Senior Center for the past 5 years. You will often find Elizabeth behind the scenes
quietly working away at any given task.
After 40 years of Elizabeth being the “goose” flying in the front of the formation, she decided that when she
retired, she would move back in the formation but still provide lift to the group. Thus, she became a background
volunteer. She really enjoys being a volunteer; she meets new people, learns new things, stays sharp and active.
Some of these activities have included: member of the Groton Parks & Recreation Commission, Participant for
the Vendor Selection team for the Senior Center Branding Study, Community First Dinner program, grab and go
lunch program, Garden Club, TRIAD Committee, Club 55 raffle ticket sales and bake sales, Holiday Luncheons
and pretty much anything that we need help with Elizabeth is always willing to lend a hand.
While Groton Senior Center is her main focus for volunteering (and social) activities, she has also served as a
member of the Council of Advisors to the Department of Nursing at Le Moyne College in Syracuse, NY. Recently
she was invited to join the Stonington Odd Fellows. When Elizabeth isn’t at the senior center she enjoys reading,
traveling, paper crafts, lighthouses and visiting Old Sturbridge Village & Mystic Seaport. Elizabeth also enjoys
spending time with Manny, her 12-year-old faithful feline companion, which tops her list (he insists!)

Saturday, October 16th from 4:00 to 6:00pm- Chili Sale Cook Off

Who Makes the Best Chili?
A healthy competition between surrounding
Police, Fire and EMS Departments searing flavors
in this fierce Chili Sale Cook Off event that will ensure five alarm fun,
a hot time, and great bowls of savory taste. Will your Town or City
Emergency Responders win the 2021 Chili Cook Off?

We need YOU!
Tasters cast ballots for the Winner.
Please join us as a taster for this annual fundraiser
that raises funds for senior programs.
$10 per taster
Please register online at www.GrotonRec.com
or at Groton Senior Center 860-441-6785