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Thrive55+ Active Living Center (powered by Groton Senior Center) is the premiere location for nutrition, health and technology and recreational classes, special events and trips, transportation, information and referral services for Groton residents 55 years and older. Programs in health, computers/technology, finance, fitness, art, enrichment and more are offered year-round and there are special events constantly throughout the year. We are active, social and involved and welcome all not only Groton residents. You have to see us to believe us; stop by for a tour of our fun and friendly Thrive55+ Active Living Center (powered by Groton Senior Center) Visit Thrive55+ Active Living Center for a delicious breakfast, snack and/or lunch prepared daily by our chef in Coastal Cafe.

Friday, October 12th- Groton Rotary Dinner

$6.00 Beef Stroganoff, Side Salad, Rolls, Dessert, Punch, Coffee – Registration Required by 10/10.

Join us for this evening dinner to benefit Groton Rotary Club Academic Scholarship Fund. 2018 Rotary scholar awards of $2,000 will be given to three graduating seniors from any of the Groton high schools: Robert E. Fitch High School, Ella T. Grasso Southeastern Technical High School, or the Marine Science Magnet High School.

Part of proceeds go towards Groton Rotary Academic Scholarship Fund

November 27th- 29th- Extended Trip: Trapp Family Lodge Stowe, VT

Trapp Family Lodge History Tour – Guided tour of Stowe- Ben & Jerry’s Factory Tour Also, includes: Friendship Tours escort, Deluxe motor coach, 2 nights hotel, 2 breakfasts, 2 dinners, sightseeing & admissions as per itinerary, Gratuities to Driver & Tour Director, The lodge is a mountain resort in the European tradition by the von Trapp family that inspired “The Sound of Music”. This unique luxury mountain resort features Austrian-inspired architecture, European-style accommodations, superb mountain views and old world comforts. This Austrian theme trip will be a memory to cherish!  Deposit: $250 by 9/4 COST: $601pp double/triple $781 pp single

Flu Shot Clinics

Tuesday, September 25  11AM – 1PM
Wednesday, October 10  11AM – 1PM
Flu Shots sponsored by The Medicine Shoppe

Nutrition Counseling Thursdays 12 – 4pm

Meet with a Registered Dietitian on weight management, heart healthy eating, diabetes, cancer and more.

First visit – 1 hour (pre-req.)             $20

Follow up visit – 1/2 hour             $10

Call 860-441-6785 to schedule.

 

Saturday, November 17th- Club 55 Harvest Bazaar

Time: 9:ooam- 1:00pm

Club 55’s annual fundraiser is looking for donations of hand made craft items to sell. If you knit, sew, or do any other type of craft, please leave your name and number at the front desk. ONLY handmade crafts please.

YELLOW DOT SAFETY DINNER Thursday, Sept 27th

GROTON TOWN POLICE & GROTON SENIOR CENTER PRESENT

YELLOW DOT SAFETY PROGRAM DINNER

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 27TH 5 -7 pm     $6 PER PERSON

Registration is highly suggested 860-441-6785 or www.grotonrec.com

TRIAD is now cooperative partnership between seniors, law enforcement, public safety and human service agencies to improve delivery of services to senior citizens.

This national TRIAD initiative provides a yellow dot to adhere in the car’s rear window to alert emergency response personnel to senior drivers’ and passengers’ medical information stored in the vehicle.

Please bring all current medical information when registering.
Photos will be taken on site. Information cards are also utilized to alert emergency personnel of the injured senior’s family members whose care may be dependent upon the senior, such as a home bound spouse. Event is at Groton Senior Center.

Friday, October 30 Digital Mammography Van

A MAMMO is the best AMMO against the war on Breast Cancer!

Take charge of your health and schedule your mammo today!

Yale New Haven Hospital is taking appointments now 
for Friday, October 30 Digital Mammography Van at Groton Senior Center front parking lot.

They will be here 9:00am to 2:30 pm yet you MUST call to schedule your appointment 203-688-1010.

Chronic Pain WORKSHOP

Chronic Pain WORKSHOP

The Chronic Pain Self-Management Program is a FREE six-week program that teaches techniques and strategies proven to help those living with constant pain.

Learn about pain management including:

  • Developing an action plan
  • Communicate better with your healthcare provider
  • The moving easy exercise program
  • Managing common symptoms
  • Using your mind to manage pain

These are just some of the topics covered!

Program dates: Tuesdays, November 13, 20, 27, & Dec. 4, 11, & 18,

Time:  1:00pm – 3:30pm

Location: Groton Senior Center 102 Newtown Rd, Groton, CT 06340

 

Fee: No Cost (The book, “Living a Healthy Life with Chronic Pain” is available on loan or can be purchased for $25)

 

To register call: Groton Senior Center (860) 441-6785

Wednesday, October 10th- Trip to take a River Cruise fine dining lunch & Goodspeed show

Won’t you please join us for this fabulous day trip – river cruise lunch then off to see this show at the Goodspeed? We are day tripping Wednesday, October 10th.

We have paired an 11am lunch cruise with the 2 pm performance of THE DROWSY CHAPERONE. The popular Goodspeed Cruises are perfect for a group like ours. We will enjoy a delightful luncheon as we cruise down the Connecticut River then we shall enjoy a great and amusing show in our Goodspeed orchestra seats.

The perfect combination of fine dining, scenic cruising and great theater.

The ship departs from and returns to the dock at 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM

Cost includes Lady Kate Lunch Cruise, Goodspeed Orchestra seats and GSC bus transportation. $ 115 /resident

Register online at www.grotonrec.com or call 860-441-6785