Learn the tools of acting by working on scenes either with a partner or solo. Discover your love of the theater or rekindle it!
Thursdays, 11:45am – 2:15pm
$80pp
Registration begins 02/03
Free Hearing Screening & Hearing Aid Cleaning- 3rd Thursday of every month
Bob Sawyer is a State Licensed Hearing Instrument Specialist and is Board Certified in Hearing Instrument Sciences by the International Hearing Society. He gives free hearing screenings, hearing aid information, hearing aid cleaning and maintenance on the 3rd Thursday of every month.
Please call Hilary at the Rose City Senior Center for an appointment (860) 889-5960.
Tuesday, March 24th- AARP Driver Safety- Smart Driver Course
Tuesdays: March 24th, May 12st, July 23th, August 25th, October 27th
9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
The AARP Smart Driver Course (formally Driver’s Safety) is the nation’s first and largest refresher course for drivers age 50 and older. It has given millions of older drivers the skills and tools they need to drive safely on today’s roads. In fact, 97% of those who take it change at least one driving behavior.
And the best part? There are no tests to pass – just useful information to keep you safe on the road! You may get an insurance discount after taking this course! Auto insurance companies in most states provide a multi-year discount to course graduates! Please consult your insurance agent for more information about discounts available to you.
Price increase for 2020: Cost: $20 AARP Members $25 AARP Non-Members
Pay by check (made out to AARP) or cash on the day of the class.
Please arrive 15 minutes before the class starts and bring a pen with you.
Registration is Required. Please sign up at Reception starting January 21st.
Questions, Concerns, Complaints, or Suggestions?
We want to hear about it! Director Mike and Program Administrator Hilary are available to listen to you. If you would rather leave a note anonymously, we have a suggestion box located outside of the Pool Room. Please do not hesitate to leave us a comment
Yarn Needed
Our Volunteer Knitting group is in need of yarn donations. All items made by the group are donated to local need-based organizations.
Drop off yarn at reception. Thank You!
EAST LYME SENIOR CENTER CHORUS- Fridays at 10:00am
*Meets every Fridays at the Masonic Temple unless they are performing. All levels welcome.
No musical experience necessary. Come sing-a-long with us!
Please call to register
Have You Noticed our Fitness Room?
Recently we were able to upgrade our Fitness Room. We now have
2 new treadmills, 2 new recumbent elliptical machines and 1 new recumbent bike. The equipment comes with advanced technology that is easy to use and will be most beneficial to your overall health. We welcome you to check it out! Please stop at the Reception Desk to pick up the required paperwork for you to be able to use the equipment.
Completed and signed copies of the Release and Waiver Form and Physician’s Questionnaire must be turned in before using the equipment. Each of these forms can be picked up at the Reception Desk along with a copy of the Fitness Room Criteria and Rules. The Fitness Room is available to members of the Rose City Senior Center only. Not a member yet? Sign up today!
Tools for Caregivers- Thursdays from January 27th to March 9th
Time: 10:45am – 12:15pm
A 6 week program thru June 17th. Geared for family
and friends caring for older adults with cognitive
and chronic impairment. The program focuses on the self-care of the caregivers. Attendees are
encouraged to attend all 6 weeks.
Mon mornings – 10:45am to 12:15pm
To register call Robin Brewer at
860-887-3561 x124 or
rbrewer@seniorresourcesec.org
ENERGY ASSISTANCE FOR 19/20 FALL&WINTER SEASON
Applications for the Connecticut Energy Assistance Program are being taken at the New London office of TVCCA. Appointments are required. Please call 860-444-0006. The
Senior Center office will assist the Senior and Disabled population of East Lyme with their
applications. You must call the Senior Center office to obtain your appointment. Appointments will be made at Twin Haven and the AHEPA housing complexes for those residents. Watch for notices.
To be eligible:
- In a one-person household, income can be NO greater than $36,171. In a two-person household, income can be NO greater than $47,300.
- If you are a renter, the first $12,000.00 in liquid assets is disregarded. Any amount over that limit, when added to the annual gross income must be below the income guidelines.
- If you are a homeowner, the first $15,000.00 in liquid assets is disregarded. Any amount over that limit, when added to the annual gross income must be below the income guidelines.
The application process should take about 15 minutes. The following information is required:
- Proof of income sources: copy of most recent monthly (quarterly, annual) check or copy of an award letter or copy of most recent bank statement showing the direct deposit. If you are employed you must provide a copy of your four most recent consecutive pay stubs.
- Dividends, annuities or interest income (has to be more than $10/month). Copy of a statement for the most recently completed period.
- Proof of what you pay for rent. In addition, the name, address and telephone number of your landlord is required. If you are a homeowner and pay a mortgage, you must provide proof of your mortgage payment.
- If you have a checking and/or savings account, you must bring in the most recent ENTIRE statement.
- If natural gas or electricity heats the household, bring in the most recent ENTIRE statement.
Please remember all members of the household who receive income must report their income.
Walk with Ease- Mondays, Wednesdays and Friday (Class will start in the Spring)
Time- 2:oopm to 3:00pm
Class led by a Certified Walk With Ease instructor
Certified by the Arthritis Foundation, Walk With Ease is a program that “teaches you to SAFELY make physical activity part of your everyday life”. This program can help reduce pain and discomfort from arthritis, increase balance and strength, and improve your overall health.
Don’t let arthritis hold you back – learn how walking can help you to move easier and with less pain and improve your quality of life. Take control of your pain and your life with this first step!
Program possible with a grant from Senior Resources with Title III funds available under the Older Americans Act.