Need Dental Help?

Posted on June 28, 2024 by Montville

Date: Tuesday, July 2nd at 1 PM

Cost: FREE

With Dr. Brandon Patel, PhD

Do you have questions about your dental insurance? Do you feel like your dental coverage is minimal, with huge out of pocket copays? In this presentation, I will discuss the different dental options that seniors have available to them. Unfortunately, Medicare does not cover dental procedures unless you select a
Medicare Advantage plan (Part C coverage). This lecture will focus on the
different Part C options patients have available to them, along with discussing
the pros and cons of Medicare supplemental coverage plans. Even if you do not qualify for or choose to forgo part C coverage, there are options to help reduce your dental bill.

A Message From Your Mayor,

Posted on June 28, 2024 by Montville

Our town values our Seniors and I hope that you are all taking full advantage of the variety of events and programs that we have coming up in July. Live music will be added to our 2nd BBQ on Friday, July 19th at 1:00pm. On Friday, July 26th at 3:00pm our dinner will be Shepherd’s Pie and the movie being shown is ‘The Hustle with Anne Hathaway’. Also, find out how to get routine dental care at a lower cost when Uncasville Dental visits us on July 2nd at 1:00pm. Please note that with the rise in recent temperatures, the Center is also a great place to keep cool and hydrated. We welcome all of our Seniors to come and enjoy our cool atmosphere!

Sincerely,
Leonard (Lenny) Bunnell,
Mayor

July Annual Summertime BBQ

Posted on June 28, 2024 by Montville

Where: 12 Maple Avenue, Uncasville, CT 06382

When: Friday, July 19th at 1 PM

Cost: $8.00 donation

Menu: BBQ Chicken, Mac & Cheese, Salad and Watermelon!

Come join us for part 2 of our ANNUAL SUMERTIME BBQ! Join us for an afternoon of great food entertainment with GREAT people!

Sign up on the bulletin board at the senior center or call (860)848-0422! We hope to see you there!

Blood Pressure Screening

Posted on June 28, 2024 by Preston

Mark your calendars for the next Uncas Health District visit to the center.

On Monday, July 8th we will have a nurse available from 12:45 – 1:45 p.m. to provide our free blood pressure screening. To verify the schedule, call 860-889-0770 on the clinic day to be made aware of any delay.

Transportation Woes…

Posted on June 28, 2024 by Preston

We’re in the process of developing a pilot program to fill-in-the-gaps and give a little assistance to our seniors to alleviate some of the senior transportation headaches. Our goal is to supplement our existing transportation service and offer ambulatory clients a means in which they can get to routine doctor’s appointments in the New London County area. More detailed information will be forthcoming in future newsletters. Stay Tuned for this exciting venture.

Reminder: July Food Distribution

Posted on June 28, 2024 by Preston

The Food Distribution for July 5th has been cancelled due to the
holiday. We’ll be back in business and eagerly awaiting your arrival for the
August 2nd distribution. Look forward to seeing you then. We are most
appreciative to United Community & Family Services to continue this
important program at the Preston Senior Center. We welcome residents
and non-residents alike. We are also fortunate to include the Uncas Health
Mobile van at each monthly program. Nurses are available to answer
health questions, provide their monthly newsletter, take blood pressure, etc.

July TVCCA Cafe Menu

Posted on June 28, 2024 by Preston

Our luncheon schedule for the month of July consists of the following meal selections:

  • Monday, July 1st: Meatballs Marinara, Pasta Shells w/Herbs, Green Beans, Sweet Treat, Apple Juice, Bread, Margarine and Beverage.

 

  • Monday, July 8th: American Chop Suey, Waxed Beans, Broccoli, Fresh
    Fruit, Bread, Margaine and Beverage

 

  • Monday, July 15th: Stuffed Chicken Kiev, Tater Tots, Cauliflower, Carrots & Snap Peas, Fresh Orange, Bread, Margarine and Beverage.

 

  • Monday, July 22nd: Salisbury Steak w/gravy, Herb Roasted Potatoes, Peas & Pearl Onions, Applesauce Cup, Bread, Margarine and Beverage.

 

  • Monday, July 29th: Country Style Chicken, Buttermilk Mashed Potatoes,
    Mixed Vegetables Medley, Sweet Treat, Grape Juice, Bread, Margarine and
    Beverage.

 

The Café Program is designed for persons 60 years of age and older. There is a suggested donation of $3.00 per meal. Persons under the age of sixty are invited to attend but a fee will be charged for their participation.

Registration can be made in person at the Preston Senior Center on Mondays (9-1:00 p.m.), Tuesday and Thursday (1-4:00 p.m.) or by telephoning the center during normal business hours at 860-889-0770. Messages may also be left at the Senior Affairs Office at 860-887-5581 ext. 6.

Friday Luncheon Series

Posted on June 28, 2024 by Preston

We’re reinstating our Friday Luncheon Series this summer. Our plans are to visit local eateries, enjoy the company of friends and possibly make new friends. Lunch is on your own expense.

 

Our dates are as follows:

Friday, July 5th ………..Panda Express, New London

Friday, July 19th ……….Groton Town House, Groton

Friday, August 2nd ……Buon Appetito Restaurant, North Stonington

Friday, August 9th ……..Village Pizza, Preston

 

Departure times for the restaurants will generally be at 11:30 a.m.

More detailed information will be available to registered people as the specific schedule unfolds.

Please contact the Senior Affairs Office at 860-887-5581 ext. 6 to register for the specific restaurant.

Sign up for a trip to Wright’s Chicken Farm!

Posted on June 28, 2024 by Preston

Preston seniors are invited to participate in our scheduled trip to
Rhode Island! Mark your calendars for Friday, August 16th for a trip to
Wright’s Chicken Farm in Rhode Island. The family style menu consists of
Baked Chicken, fresh baked rolls, salad topped with Wright’s Farmhouse
dressing, pasta with Wright’s Farm trademark marinara sauce and signature home style French fries. We will be partnering for this event with our good friends at the Lisbon Active Aging Center. (Lisbon seniors are requested to register directly with their senior center at 860-376-2329. The cost of their ticket will include transportation and driver fee).

I anticipate two pick-up points for this event; the first at Lincoln Park Housing and the second at the Preston Senior Center. Registrations and payment must be made no later than Tuesday, August 6th at noon. Cost per person: $18.75 for Preston residents. Limited seating is available, first come, first serve. Please call the Senior Affairs Office at 860-887-5581 ext. 6 to make your reservation.

OATS Summer Kayaking Program

Posted on June 28, 2024 by Groton

Recreation and Thrive55+ divisions collaborate to give you kayaking time in a group setting. We meet behind Spicer House at Beebe Cove for a few hours of kayaking in the departments kayaks. Life jackets are provided. Limited room. MUST BE ABLE TO SWIM. You must sign up per day prior to the day.

$10 per person, per day. Only for those 55+

Thursday mornings at 9:30 am every other week
July 11 , July 25 August 8 and August 22.