October Newsletter

Starting in September we will be welcoming back Jared Day, PhD here to resume our American History and Current Events Lectures. The American History lectures will be held virtually at 2pm the first Friday of each month. Likewise, the Current Events lectures will be held virtually at 2:00pm the third Friday of each month. Please call to register for either or both sessions and get the sign-in code for them. September’s & October’s lecture topics along with a description are listed below. November & December topics will be announced in an upcoming newsletter.

Andrew Jackson – Hero of Democracy?

Part 1- September 4th at 2pm, Part 2- October 2nd at 2pm:

This set of lectures will examine one of the most transformative and controversial presidents in US history, Andrew Jackson, a politician and leader who became a political and social icon for a generation of Americans in the first half of the nineteenth century. We will explore Jackson’s early life and military career along with the political rise of the “near west” as a distinct region and a force in American society. With seminal crises involving the Second National Bank, Nullification, the Cherokees’ “Trail of Tears,” and many other events, Jackson’s presidential tenure represented a clear demarcation away from the patrician politics of the era of the founding fathers and towards a democracy that was, by turns, more inclusive, more populist, and more volatile.

India: An Asian Superpower? – October 16th at 2pm

This lecture will examine the exceptional economic development of the world’s largest democracy, India. It will explore the key strengths and weaknesses of its economic development strategies as well as the historical, cultural and geographical limitations the country has had to endure.

Medicare Open Enrollment

Also, here is a SENIOR RESOURCES  YouTube channel. Here is the link to the  recording from the Zoom meeting earlier this month regarding Medicare Open Enrollment.

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCX0bEeJYV5M6G5W0njzAvFw

Travel with us virtually on Zoom

 Tuesday, September 29,2020

1:45 p.m.-3:00 p.m.

Senior Learning Presents: The Salamander State

Program Description: What could be more fun than beautiful, slimy salamanders? Did you know that North Carolina has more species of salamander than any other state? Join Megan as we learn all about our slimy, secretive neighbors. We’ll discuss their fascinating life cycles, where they live, their neat adaptations, and some of the most common species you might find near you. Megan Davis is the Teacher Education Specialist at the NCMNS and she thinks she has one of the best jobs ever! Megan has undergraduate degrees in Zoology and Spanish (NC State), and a Masters in Wildlife Conservation (UMass Amherst).

Please call 860-441-6785 to register and get the log in information.

Monica will be holding a Zumba Gold class  Tuesday, September 29^th from 5:00-6:00 pm.

Safe distancing is adhered to.  Masks are required as one arrives and departs.

This class will take place in the rick outside our center.  Individuals must call to register for the class 860-441-6785.

This Thursday, Sept  24,  evening, we have a really great presentation on Zoom at  5:30 – 6:30 pm  CT Home Care Program for Elders talk (Title 19) with Michelle Dempsey.

One must register in order to attend (and to be given the needed Zoom log in information) www.grotonrec.com or call 860-441-6785

Medicare Open Enrollment Period October 15 – December 7

Just as your healthcare needs may change year to year, so do the Medicare Advantage Plans and Medicare Prescription Plans. Look at all your healthcare options for 2021 – use the annual Medicare Open Enrollment Period to compare!
Call to schedule your virtual (or phone) appointment to speak with a Certified CHOICES Counselors at (860) 887-3561 Ext. 110.

**Senior Resources provides free, unbiased information regarding your Medicare coverage.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion training

Option 1: afternoons, September 10th, 17th, 24th from 1-4 pm

Option 2: mornings, October 8th, 15th, 21st from 9 am-12 pm

Option 3: evenings, Nov 9th, Dec 7th, Dec 10^th  6-9 pm

It is best to attend the sessions in order, but we recognize that may not be possible for everyone, so one can choose to attend them out of order if necessary to attend all three.

Different topics each date. It’s a series of trainings focused on Belonging, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (BEDI)

Open to the public, DEI trainings will focus on a combination of Equity 101, Everyday Anti-Racism, and Conversations about Race and Equity. Everyone is welcome! Thought Partner Solutions will be leading these race-equity, diversity and inclusion trainings. TPS is a minority owned and led consulting firm dedicated to bringing a unique mix or expertise, experience, and heart to their DEI work.

Brought to you by the Town of Groton’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee. These public DEI trainings will be taking place via Zoom Webinar. If you’re interested in attending please call 860-536-5680 or register at : https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/GrotonDEItrainings  Zoom login credentials will be sent out the week of trainings.

Visiting Nurses Association will be at Groton Senior Center September 23rd from 9 am-11 am for a drive thru style flu shot clinic.  Persons must remain in their vehicles for this clinic and be wearing a mask. This is on a first come, first serve basis. This clinic is open to the public and not restricted to those 65+.

Accepted insurances are-

• Medicare Part B
• Blue Cross and Blue Shield
• Blue Cross and Blue Shield- Medicare
• Aetna
• Aetna- Medicare

Please note that these will be the only insurances accepted and there is no payment option this year for the flu shot.