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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.
REQUIRED MINIMUM DISTRIBUTION & RETIREMENT PLANNING SEMINAR
REQUIRED MINIMUM DISTRIBUTION & RETIREMENT PLANNING SEMINAR
Tuesday May 23 5:30 pm with Nishant Sahoo, CFP®, CRPC™, CPFA® Wealth Management Advisor | Vice President Devoe/Schrage/Sahoo & Associates of Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. Review of the road map to retirement and the top IRA planning mistakes to avoid.
No fee yet please sign up at our front desk or by calling 860-441-6785. We need to know how many to expect.
BASICS OF PHOTOGRAPHY FOR BEGINNERS Class
May 2023 Wednesdays 5:00-6:00 pm
Please join us here for virtual program on BASICS OF PHOTOGRAPHY FOR BEGINNERS
Each session is free and is provided by Workforce Opportunity Services.
This experience is designed to stimulate creativity. We gather weekly here at THRIVE 55+ to enjoy these sessions virtually.
Wednesday, May 3, 2023: Why We Make Photographs – There are many different genres of photography, such as portrait, landscape, wildlife, sports, news, and fashion among others. Each of these requires different techniques and offers its own unique challenges. It is important to learn the proper use of light and composition to create visually appealing and meaningful images.
Wednesday, May 10, 2023: Settings and Options – How to control light with your camera. The exposure triangle is a fundamental concept in photography referring to Aperture, Shutter Speed, and ISO. What are they, when should you use them, and how?
Wednesday, May 17, 2023: Getting to Know Your Camera – Get to know your tools. With advances in technology, types of cameras have changed. We will get to know the different types of lenses and what they can do.
Wednesday, May 24, 2023: You’ve Taken a Great Photo, Now What? – Learn about moving your photos off your camera and editing them. Get a glimpse into histograms and why they are important tools in photography. A good photograph can speak volumes and have a powerful impact.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED by Monday before. 860-441-6785
Thriving at Aging Expo on Wed, May 10th
Stretching your Food Dollars talk Monday May 22
Tired of rising prices at the supermarket ? Tired of getting less for more money? Get more bang for your food money with:
- Shopping tips
- Cooking tips
- Healthy eating tips
Join Registered Dietitian Deb Downes for an informative and free talk, tips, recipes, and samples on Monday, May 22 at 1 pm. Please register by May 18, 2023
MAY JUNE Newsletter is now available
MAY JUNE Newsletter is now available at https://mycommunityonline.com/organization/thrive-55-active-living-center
Living Well with Parkinson’s Disease Wed. May 31
Wednesday, May 31 10:30 am
Living Well with Parkinson’s Disease – Aging in Place through Movement & Communication
Do you have Parkinson’s disease or love someone with Parkinson’s? Join us as we learn from two local Parkinson’s disease specialists about improving health and wellbeing through better movement and communication.
Julie Summers MS, CCC-SLP, is the owner of On Point Speech Therapy, a mobile outpatient speech therapy practice based in East Lyme. Julie is certified in SPEAK OUT!®, LSVT LOUD, MDTP (McNeil Dysphagia Therapy Protocol) for swallowing disorders, and is trained in manual therapy for voice and swallowing. She also runs a free weekly PD group, LOUD Crowd, for her SPEAK OUT! graduates. Her goal is to connect with the PD community, share resources and teach strategies for better communication, swallowing, and memory for improved quality of life.
Dr. Shayla Adams, PT, DPT is the owner of INSPIRE Physical Therapy and Wellness, a mobile outpatient physical therapy and occupational therapy practice serving southeastern Connecticut and southern Rhode Island. A certified in LSVT Big, PWR! Moves and Poling for Parkinsons and is the creator of PowerUp to Parkinsons, which addresses both motor and non-motor symptoms of the disease. Her goal is to improve self-efficacy, foster positive energy, brighten moods, provide community, and inspire those on a journey with PD to take control of their future.
Together, Julie and Shayla will share their expertise in treating the symptoms of PD using exercise to improve movement, balance, strength, speech, swallowing, and memory. An open Q&A will follow, and light refreshments will be served.
The session is free for all, but registration is required.
Wire Wrapped Jewelry Making
Tuesday, April 25th at 5:00pm
Come learn to wrap a gem, stone or shell. You’ll than be able to turn it into a necklace or bracelet.
Cost is $15.00
Space is limited so please register .
Generations of Jazz Concert
Thursday, April 20th at 7:00pm
By the Stonington Middle School Jazz band & As Time Goes By
Club 55 Meeting
Tuesday, April 11th at 12:00pm