Transportation Policy Update

Posted on April 1, 2020

Starting February 1, 2020:

Please call or visit our front desk to make all transportation reservations.

Please do not request future transportation appointments from your bus drivers on the bus, or anywhere other than at the front desk.

 

Over the Hill Hiking Group – Fri mornings beginning on April 9th

Posted on April 1, 2020 by East Lyme

All prospective hikers must call the Senior Center to register for each hike within seven days prior. There are no residency issues – we are looking for interested, enthusiastic folks.

Participants must follow guidelines specified on registration form. Hikers are to bring face coverings (mandatory), water, lunches, insect repellant, sunscreen and sturdy shoes. Group size is limited to fifteen people, first come first served, along with one or two leaders. All distances are  estimates and may be modified by the leaders based on conditions the day of the hike.

Hikes will be listed as easy, moderate or difficult. Anyone interested in a  difficult hike must have completed at least two of the moderate hikes before going on the difficult hike. Contact the Senior Center for a listing of the scheduled hikes.

If you are interested in hiking after 12:30pm on Fridays, contact the Senior Center. We can potentially create another group that prefers hiking in the afternoon.

In all instances, if you are sick or experiencing symptoms you are to stay home.
If you have been in contact with someone who was sick or experiencing symptoms you are to stay home.

Meals on Wheels

Posted on March 31, 2020 by Lisbon

If you are in need of Meals on Wheels you can get set up by calling 860-934-1006

Senior Van Transportation

Posted on March 31, 2020 by Lisbon

The senior van is still available for limited essential medical appointments.

Call 860-376-2329

Coronavirus (COVID-19): Tips for Dementia Caregivers

Posted on March 30, 2020 by Groton

Most likely, dementia does not increase risk for COVID-19, the respiratory illness caused by the new coronavirus, just like dementia does not increase risk for flu. However, dementia-related behaviors, increased age and common health conditions that often accompany dementia may increase risk.

Coronavirus (COVID-19): Tips for Dementia Caregivers https://www.alz.org/help-support/caregiving/coronavirus-(covid-19)-tips-for-dementia-care

 

COMMUNITY SHARE: Salvation Army offers Emotional and Spiritual Care HOTLINE

Posted on March 30, 2020 by Groton

The Salvation Army has introduced an Emotional and Spiritual Care Hotline for anyone in the US to call during the pandemic. Its hours of operation are 9:00 am to 9:00 pm EDT. By calling 844 458-HOPE (4673) trained Salvation Army Officers and employees are available to talk, advise, and above all pray for individuals, families and situations.

Anyone who is feeling lonely, isolated, or fearful of the coronavirus outbreak can call the hotline number to reach a friendly and reassuring voice.

Groton Senior Center Closed to the Public

Posted on March 30, 2020 by Groton

Yes, Groton Senior Center is currently closed to the public until further notice yet we are still here for you! We are here Monday-Friday, 8:30 am-4:30 pm currently.

We are doing TAKE OUT hot meals from our Coastal Cafe for anyone.  The hot meals are $5 each- an entree and two sides.
-Orders must be called in to 860-441-6785 by 10:30 am
-At this time, we are only providing hot meals (NO soups, sandwiches, salad bar, drinks, etc)
-Orders must be paid for when the order is placed.
-Orders can be picked up between 11:30 am-12:30 pm.
-A limited number of deliveries for those who do not drive will be done each day.

If you are donating food or are in need of food, please call 860-441-6760 Monday-Friday, 8:30 am-4:30 pm currently.

If you are in crisis, please call 2-1-1 for Emergency Mobile Psychiatric Services