The Arc comes to Local Creations Shop *Open M-F 9:30am-1:30pm

You may have noticed some changes happening in the Local Creations Shop. Maybe you’ve seen some new faces or some new items in the shop. This is all due to a special transition! The Arc of New London County has taken over management of the shop and we are in for a real treat. Literally in for a treat because the shop does not just offer handmade crafts anymore, The Arc of New London County has brought in baked goods as well to the shop. Head in and meet and greet the new faces working in the shop. Don’t forget to pick up a treat and some lovely pieces from the shop.

They also do special orders.

Wednesday, November 14th- Medication Management

Time: 1:00pm

Come hear a discussion  and have your questions answered about how to manage your medications,  look for drug interactions, avoid drug overdose and what  questions to ask your physician.

​Speaker: Diane Bressler, RN from The Medicine Shoppe

FREE BUT PLEASE REGISTER!

Wednesday, November 14th- Bladder Control

Time: 11:30am

Don’t let your bladder control your life. There’s hope! Come learn more about lifestyle changes, pelvic exercises, and bladder training.
Speaker: Masonicare

​FREE BUT PLEASE REGISTER!

Wednesday, November 7th- Change the Script

Time: 10:00am

This presentation is for older adults who may be prescribed or have been prescribed an opioid. Participants will learn what they need to know and ask when being prescribed medication.
Speaker: Wheeler; Connecticut Clearinghouse

​FREE BUT PLEASE REGISTER!

Wednesday, November 7th- National Memory Screening Program

Time: 11:00am – 1:00pm

Memory screenings are a significant first step toward finding out if a person may have a memory problem. The earlier the diagnosis, the easier it is to treat or slow down the condition causing memory problems. Sign up at the front desk for your 10 minute screening appointment.

FREE but please register!

 

Cooking Classes with Food for your Soul- Wednesdays, November 21 &28 or December 5 & 12

Erika Gradecki, Instructor      $25 per session
Wednesdays, 5:30-7:30 pm (2 sessions)
at Groton Senior Center

NOVEMBER 21 & 28: Thanksgiving Sides:
Need a few quick fixes to bring to your family’s Thanksgiving dinner? Learn a few sure-fire recipes to prepare in a pinch.
or
​DECEMBER 5 & 12: Holiday Finger Foods
Whip up some classic favorites and fun finger foods for the holidays!

Songbirds wanted: Silvertones is Recruiting

Do you also love to sing and want to use your gift to brighten the days of others?  Then please won’t you join us Wednesdays 10- 11:00am ?  Silvertones Chorus is an 8 week program. ONLY costs $8 per resident and is a priceless gift when we “field trip” out to uplift others with the joy of song.

 

Tuesday, November 27 -Dining Out at Captain Daniel Packer Inn

The community gives to the Groton Senior Center; Dining Out is our way of giving back to the community.  Each month a restaurant is featured.  Ride the senior van or meet us there.  Order a full entrée or just appetizers.  An evening outing of dining, socializing and enjoyment!  Please join us Tuesdays for a “socially nutritional” evening.  Registration is required– please be sure to let us know if you want to ride on our GSC bus.

Captain Daniel Packer Inn, 32 Water St, Mystic CT 06355

The restaurant is quite charming and offers a “cozy inn” ambiance. Travelers from near and far visit to step back in time with us and experience the fine fare and hospitality guests at the Daniel Packer Inn experienced over 200 years ago.

Menu: www.danielpacker.com

TECHY TEENS HELP SAVVY SENIORS- First Wednesday of each month

TECHY TEENS HELP SAVVY SENIORS IN PARTNERSHIP WITH GROTON PUBLIC LIBRARY TEENSCAPE

Who knows technology better than anyone?  Teens!  Let our mature young teen friends help you with your tech gadget.