CORONAVIRUS COVID-19: WAYS TO PROTECT YOURSELF AND OTHERS -Do your part to help prevent the spread!

Posted on March 25, 2021 by Norwich

CLEAN YOUR HANDS OFTEN

Wash your hands often with soap & water for at least 20 seconds.  Especially after being in public, blowing your nose, coughing or sneezing.  Use a hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol.

AVOID CLOSE CONTACT

Stay home as much as possible.  If you have to go out, put distance (6 feet) between yourself and others when in public.  Keeping your distance from others is especially important if you are at a higher risk.

WEAR A MASK OR FACE COVERING

Cover your mouth & nose with a cloth face covering when around other people in public.  The cloth face cover is not a substitute for social distancing.  Continue to keep 6 feet apart from others.

CLEAN & DISINFECT

Clean & disinfect frequently touched surfaces daily.  This includes tables, doorknobs, light switches, countertops, handles, desks, phones, remotes, keyboards, toilets, faucets, and sinks.

IF YOU FEEL SICK

Please call your medical provider if you feel physically or mentally unwell.  Especially if you have a fever, cough or have trouble breathing.  Do not hesitate to call 911 if you have a medical emergency.

 

 

 

 

Bereavement Support Group- Afternoon and Evening Group

Posted on March 25, 2021 by Norwich

Offered by Hospice of Northeastern Connecticut

A Safe Way to Connect & Support ~ Join in to Listen or to Participate.

Afternoon Group held 12:00p.m. – 1:00p.m

1st Wednesday of each month via ZOOM

Evening Group held 5:00p.m. – 6:00p.m.

3rd Wednesday of each month via ZOOM

To more information or to register for a Bereavement ZOOM Support Group,

Please call the Hospice office (860) 928-0422 x7316

 

Senior Center Staff

Posted on March 25, 2021 by Norwich

Mike Wolak-Senior Center Director

Hilary Sandberg-Program Administrator

Carolyn McAuliffe-Outreach Administrator

Melissa Bresnan-Gilbo-Receptionist

Shirley Ganoe-Lead Van Driver

Lorie Trainor-Van Driver

Debbi Hayslip-Escort Driver

**GRANT Funded Staff**

Anne Barriere-MedRide II

Leonna White-Health Clinic Nurse

 

 

TVCCA VITA Income Tax Assistance

Posted on March 25, 2021 by Norwich

Schedule your appointment with a TVCCA Volunteer Tax Preparer

All appointments for the 2021 tax season will be virtual.

Convenient Online and Drop-off options available.

If you would like to schedule an appointment, please call 2-1-1.  Select option 3, then option 6.

Appointments begin in February.  Income limit $66,000.  This service is free.

For more information, please visit  www.tvcca.org/financial-services/vita/

 

Virtual ZOOM Class: Tai Ji Quan: Moving for Better Balance®

Posted on March 25, 2021 by Norwich

Beginning April 6th, Tuesdays and Fridays

Time: 8:55am to 9:55am

Class Instructed by Carol Klammer

Tai Ji Quan: Moving for Better Balance® is a research based falls prevention exercise program that uses Tai Ji Quan based movements to improve strength, mobility, balance and daily function and to prevent falls.  It is designed for older adults 60+ years old and people with balance difficulties.

This program can accommodate individuals who need assistance with walking, such as use of a cane.

No prior experience with Tai Chi is needed.  This class will be taught virtually.  You will learn the movements in a supportive environment over the course of this 24-week class.  This class is free and open to individuals at least 60 years old, and interested in improving their balance and stability.

To Sign up Contact: Connie Capacchione, Uncas Health District

(860) 639-5138

This program is sponsored by Senior Resources Agency on Aging and Uncas Health District.

 

TVCCA ENERGY ASSISTANCE- Last Day to Apply is May 3rd

Posted on March 25, 2021 by Griswold

We are completing applications for TVCCA ENERGY ASSISTANCE for

Seniors 55 or older and people with disabilities.

Contact the Senior Center for more information 860-376-2604

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All others, please contact TVCCA to schedule a phone appointment at 860-425-6681. This phone line is automated. Leave your name and phone number at the end of the message.

Someone from TVCCA will return your call.

PREVENTIVE HEALTH Clinic – Leonna White, RN -by appointment

Posted on March 25, 2021 by Norwich

**PREVENTIVE HEALTH Clinic – Leonna White, RN**

Appointments available one Saturday per month.

You must be a member of the Rose City Senior Center to make an appointment. Leonna is now a Certified Foot Care Specialist and can accept patients that are Diabetic or on blood thinning medications.

Toenail Cutting—is offered for $15.00 per visit.

Ear Flushing—is available for $3.00 for one ear, or $5.00 for both ears.

Please call (860) 889-5960 to schedule an appointment.

**THE ROSE CITY SENIOR CENTER PREVENTIVE HEALTH CLINIC IS FUNDED THROUGH THE GENEROUS SUPPORT OF THE EDWARD AND MARY LORD FOUNDATION.**

Proposed FYE 2022 Town Budget

Posted on March 24, 2021 by Groton

Thursday night at 7 pm is the Town of Groton Public Hearing on the Proposed 2022 Budget. Here is a link to WELCOME TO GROTON show with our  Groton Town Manager John Burt on the Proposed 2022 Budget.  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3KZFem370_w

Fun fact: You have options for viewing a YourTube video- all in the bottom right corner of the video such as, you can turn on close captioning.  🙂