Starting January 1st, our membership dues will be $10.00 a year. That’s less than $1 a month! Please keep in mind that while dues are not a requirement for participation in our programs, these monies help support the programs at the senior center. Thank you for your support.
Mon. January 1, 2024 New Years Day &
Mon. January 15, 2024 Martin Luther King Day
The Senior Center will be closed on the following dates:
Monday, January 1 – New Year’s Day
Monday, January 15th – Martin Luther King Day
**During the winter months, if East Lyme schools are cancelled due to inclement weather, the Senior Center will also cancel all of their programs and transportation. Check Channel 3 and Channel 8 for cancellation notices or listen to local radio stations. There will be a message on the Senior Center answering machine by 8am indicating the status of the Senior Center. Check your email regarding class cancelations.
A CHOICES counselor is available to help Connecticut’s older adults and persons with disabilities understand their Medicare coverage and healthcare options. CHOICES provides counseling on all types of Medicare and related insurances, including Medicare Part A, Part B, Part D, and Medicare Advantage. CHOICES counselors can help Medicare beneficiaries understand their Medicare Part D (prescription drug) options and can help them select the Prescription Drug Plan that best suits their individual situation.
Contact the Senior Center to schedule an appointment.
Jan 5 – Lester & Atkinson Preserve
Gales Ferry, Moderate/Difficult
Deb & Barry
Jan 12 – Walden Preserve
Salem, Easy
Heidi
Jan 19 – Niantic Boardwalk & Neighborhood
Niantic, Easy
Heidi
Jan 26 – Banning Woods
Hadlyme, Easy
Cindy
Hikers from other towns are welcome to participate.
Medium hikes may have a few hills, rocks or beach sand.
The difficult hike is more strenuous; participants must have completed two medium hikes with the group before enrolling into a difficult hike.
All hikes are approximately three to four miles long, and will begin at 9:30 A.M.
Hikers who wish to carpool should meet at East Lyme Senior Center at 9:00 A.M.
Distances, locations and leaders are subject to change, if necessary.
All hikers must register by Wednesday for each hike by calling the East Lyme Senior Center – 860-739-5859.
Hikers are to bring water and sturdy shoes; and lunch, insect repellent and sunscreen if desired.
Wednesday, January 10th at 11:30
Open to Non-Residents if there is availability. Non-residents will be charged a $1.00 surcharge.
Senior Center Fun Trips use a bus from the Center for transport to and from destination. # of seats very limited.
Trip fee is $5pp (transportation only).
Thursday. February 1st from 1:00-2:00pm
Join For All Ages’ co-founders Deb Bibbins and Gary Sekorski for an engaging
conversation about the surprising health benefits of tea and social connection.
You’ll enjoy complimentary tea and a sweet treat.
In addition, you’ll learn about For All Ages’ free ‘Tea @3’ virtual 12-week
intergenerational friendship program that begins mid-February and have
the opportunity to sign up in person.
Generously sponsored by LJ Shoreline Realty.
Registration begins Jan 2nd. Register by Jan 26th.
Friday, January 19th from 10:00am-12:00pm
Hello 2024 and welcome to a new crafting year. Begin this year by creating and upgrading a few new paper organization projects. Using one sheet of 12 x 12 double sided printed paper to upgrade a small plain clipboard into a fabulous clipboard, create a coordinating mini lined notepad using the same patterned paper and customize a coordinating black pen.
Basic supplies you will need- scissors and glue. Everything will be included in your craft kit.
Nancy Souza, Card Maker, Mixed Media Artist and Altenew Stamp Company Certified Educator
COST- $15.00 pp. Registration begins Jan 2nd. Register by Jan 12th.
Every Thursday from 2:00-4:00pm
January 4th – March 21st
Group class combining exercises for speech, memory, movement and music for people living with Parkinson’s disease. Participants will learn how using INTENT can improve overall health, wellness, and joy!
No class 2/15 & 3/28
*Day Room*
Class fee $220 per person, 11 Classes.
Registration is now open.
HEARING CLINIC AUDIOLOGY CONCIERGE -Nancy Jablonski
Thu, Jan 4th from 11am to 1pm at the Senior Center. 20 minute appointments start at 11am. Free hearing test, a hearing aid check, wax inspection, and listening demos. Register with the Senior Center.
VNASC NURSE MANAGED FOOT CLINIC
Thu, Jan 11th from 12:15pm to 3:45pm. Routine foot care provided for a fee – $10pp. Appointment required. No diabetics please. Payment due at time of service.
REFLEXOLOGY
The massage will be about 20 minutes which includes a foot soak by a
Massage Therapist. $22pp upon registration. Thu, Jan 4th. Appointments start at 12:30pm.
MANICURE – Sponsored by Pretty Nails and Spa, Tue, Jan 9th & Jan 23rd.
Starts at 8:15am. 15 minute appointments $5pp – Cut, file, shape, and polish.
HAIRCUTS
Haircuts by appointment offered on Thu, Jan 25th. 9:30AM – 1PM, Every 20 minutes. Cost is $15 per person
MASSAGE THERAPY
Massages (with clothes on) to be offered. You can reserve a 25 minute appointment for $33 or a 50 minute appointment for $66. Wed, Jan 10th & 24th from 12:30pm to 3:30pm and Thu, Jan 18th, 10am – 1pm. Register with the Senior Center. 48 hours – cancellation. Wear comfortable clothing. Payment is due at time of reservation.
