NEWS FROM THE EAST LYME PUBLIC LIBRARY

Posted on July 2, 2020 by East Lyme

The East Lyme Public Library is tentatively scheduled to reopen on Monday, July 6 at 10am to the public. The hours will be 10am-4pm Monday through Friday, and 10am-2pm on Saturday. People will need to call and make an appointment for computer use. Socially distancing will be practiced and there will be a reduced capacity allowed into the building. The Library will continue to provide curbside pickup and if anyone is interested in books being delivered to their home, they have a homebound delivery program.

For more details, call the Library at 860-739-6926.

If you are looking to get a COVID-19 test?

Posted on July 2, 2020 by East Lyme

If you are looking to get a COVID-19 test? There are 2 convenient locations you can go without needing an order from your Physician or being symptomatic. They are: Hartford Healthcare GoHealth Urgent Care 351 North Frontage Road New London, CT 860-865-0934 Community Health Center 1 Shaw’s Cove New London, CT 475-241-0740 Both locations recommend getting an appointment.

WHERE CAN YOU GET A COVID-19 TEST WITHOUT A PRESCRIPTION

Posted on July 2, 2020 by East Lyme

If you are looking to get a COVID-19 test, there are 2 convenient locations you can go without needing an order from your Physician or being symptomatic.

They are:

Hartford Healthcare GoHealth Urgent Care
351 North Frontage Road
New London, CT 860-865-0934

Community Health Center
1 Shaw’s Cove
New London, CT 475-241-0740

Both locations recommend getting an appointment.

OVERNIGHT TRIPS/CRUISES 2020

Posted on July 2, 2020 by East Lyme

No residency restrictions.

Detailed flyers available.

Registration begins on the dates noted below. 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.

Recheduled:  Aug 27- Sept 3, 2021 – 8 day Alaskan Cruise on the Celebrity Solstice. See the wonders of Alaska from the comfort of a cruise ship. Air fare included. Depart from T.F. Green International Airport. Prices start at $2668pp. Registration has begun.

Cancelled:   Oct 3-12, 2020 – 10 day Shades of Ireland trip includes 13 meals. Visit Dublin, Blarney Castle, Kilkenny, Waterford, , Ring of Kerry, Cliffs of Moher and more. Transportation & transfers included. $3649pp double occupancy, $4249pp single occupancy, or $3619pp triple occupancy. Registration has begun.

Recheduled: Oct  2021 – “Queen Esther” at The Sight and Sound Theatre in Lancaster, PA. Trip includes a stop at the Appalachian Brewing Company on day 1 and the Mount Hope Estate & Winery on day 3. $565/double, $715/single, $515/triple. Registration has begun.

Mar 6-14, 2021 – NEW TRIP OFFERING 9 day trip to Tropical Costa Rica with optional 3 night jungle adventure in case you’re interested. 14 meals, transportation and transfers included. $2679 double occupancy, $3179 single occupancy & $2649 triple occupancy. Registration begins April 1st.

BEWARE OF COVID-19 AND STIMULUS CHECK SCAMS

Posted on July 2, 2020 by East Lyme

With the rise of the COVID-19 pandemic, many Americans are feeling vulnerable -making them prime targets for scammers. There has been an increase in coronavirus-related scams, with fraudsters selling fake “cures” for the virus and impersonating doctors and telling victims that they need to make payments to cover the cost of a loved one’s treatment.
There has also been an increase in Social Security fraud, with scammers calling, emailing, or sending letters to beneficiaries to tell them their monthly checks have been suspended because of COVID-19. Scammers then tell you that you need to provide your personal information or make a payment to get your benefits reinstated. If you get a call, email, or letter from someone saying you need to provide your Social Security number or bank account information or make a payment in order to receive your stimulus check, do not respond.
This information was obtained from The Motley Fool.

Professional Nutrition Counseling- Thursdays

Posted on July 2, 2020 by Groton

Nutrition for Health and Weight Loss

PROFESSIONAL NUTRITION COUNSELING

Deborah Downes, Registered Dietitian
Thursdays   9:30am to 1:30pm
Knowledgeable, friendly, convenient and affordable to help you
• reach weight loss goals.
• learn to eat and cook for better health.
• meet your blood sugar goals.
• follow a more heart healthy lifestyle.
• improve intestinal issues(irritable bowel, crohn’s, constipation…
• learn how to manage nutrition changes due to illness and/or recovery.

Cost: $20 per hour (by the way, this is a huge bargain!)

First visit/Initial Assessment (required): $20 for one hour

Subsequent visits: $10/half hour

Deadline for GSC Annual Senior Art Show is June 26th 

Posted on June 16, 2020 by Groton

GSC Annual Senior Art Show will take place July 1 – 31, 2020

Artwork must be in by Friday, June 26th.

This art show is for those 55 and older.  Judging will be Tuesday, July 16.

Inquiries?  Please call Tomi at 860-441-6782

 

 

In-home Version of the popular Live Well with Chronic Conditions workshop

Posted on June 15, 2020 by Groton

Senior Resources is pleased to announce the in-home version of the popular Live Well with Chronic Conditions workshop is now available to seniors in the comfort of their home without having to use technology beyond the telephone.  The Active Living Everyday Toolkit can be sent directly to participants at no cost and includes a Living a Healthy Life Book, instruction booklet and exercise and relaxation CD’s. Weekly phone calls from a trained Live Well leader enhances the experience and can help to alleviate social isolation during the COVID epidemic.

Please note there is a limited supply of toolkits. Participants must be willing to share their name, address and phone number so the toolkit can be mailed directly to them and the leader can place the weekly call.  The Agency on Aging Regional Coordinator will arrange to let them know ahead of time the name of the leader who will contact them.  Contact Lori Rygielski, Regional Coordinator at Senior Resources lrygielski@seniorresourcesec.org or 860-997-3561 extension 127 if interested.

Diabetes Self-Management and Chronic Pain Self-Management will be available sometimes in July. We are currently accepting names and address for the upcoming in-home workshops.