WHAT IS ZOOM?

Zoom is a service that allows people to video chat over the internet. What makes it special is that it allows multiple people to join the same conversation, making it easier to host online events / meetings.

HOW DOES IT WORK?
One person acts as the host (like GSC staff) and creates a meeting. Once they’ve done that, they send an email invitation with the hyperlink to their guests. When guests click the link, they will be able to access the meeting and talk with their friends. Need Help with ZOOM ? Give us a call 860-441-6785.

• Photography Program
• Corn Hole Program
• Vaccination clinic
• Gnog Show

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With COVID-19 still here, Groton Senior Center continues with outreach programs to meet the needs of many in our community. The VNA of Southeastern CT held vaccination clinics in a drive thru sort of manner. We also have had several COVID-19 testing mobile units here offering free testing for anyone. In our last issue we told we al about our generous and wonderful COMMUNITY FIRST MEALS Program. Did you know we ended up distributing more than 3700 meals?

This Fall, we also took part in the USDA Farmers to Families Food Box program again distributing to anyone who may need it in our community. Groton Senior Center worked with “Keeping Kids Out Of Prison” in New London and United Way to be able to distribute these boxes of food to Groton residents who are food insecure at this time. Close to 400 boxes of food were handed out at just two events. Stay tuned for more!
Groton Senior Center staff member Kathy Williams, Groton Police and Poquonnock Bridge Fire Department assisted a town senior with the completion of a ramp needed for her to access her home. Kathy was able to get the materials donated from Home Depot for this project so the Police and Fire department to complete the ramp.

Thursday, December 24th closing at noon

Friday, December 25th CLOSED

A group with a shared interest of being outdoors and adventure.
Registration required –for any OATS outing- please call 860-441-6785.

* Friday, November 13 at 10 am We hike with GOSA /Groton Open Space Association at Avery Farm Nature Preserve approximately an 1 1/2 hour for a hike on the northern loop. About 2 miles on level terrain.

* Wednesday, November 25th 9:30am Pre-Thanksgiving Hike. TBA

*Outside COVID19 safety protocols will be adhered to. Masks must be worn and we will adhere to safe distancing. If you are not feeling well the day of a hike please do not attend.

We know this is not easy on you. We also know you have choices in our area.
Since mid March, we have had to cancel most of our popular programs and fundraisers. We have been trying best we can with the circumstances to continue to offer what we can. Groton Senior Center is for you and anyone in our area 55 and older. We are determined to keep offering the services, classes and programs while keeping everyone’s safety a priority. Please be patient with us and one another as we make our way through this unknown territory. We are so grateful to all your support!

Groton Senior Center is excited to present a brand new program called “Social Connectivity Calling Program” below is a brief summary of what the program is all about.
Social Connectivity is a social calling program designed to provide enriching, fun and stimulating conversations. This program is for individuals who are homebound or lack human connection through socialization and activities outside of the home. Our goal is to have individuals feel validated and connected to other people with similar interests and values through the utilization of weekly phone calls.
Volunteers for this program are super important and can help to make a difference in others life’s by giving 1 hour a week to 2 recipients by calling them. Social calling can improve psychological wellbeing , give folks opportunities to talk with like-minded people, perceived self-efficacy, more years at home and referrals to additional community resources. Social isolation affects nearly 1 in 5 older adults and that while it’s harmful at any age it’s especially dangerous for people over 50. Social isolation and loneliness are associated with higher blood pressure, increased susceptibility to the flu, greater risk of heart disease and earlier onset of dementia.
If you have questions or would like to participate in this program as a volunteer please reach out to Tomi Stanley at 860-441-6782 or tstanley@groton-ct.gov .