If you are interested in FOOT CARE, please call us at 860-441-6785 to get on a waiting list.
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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.
WEDNESDAY, JULY 28- COMMUNITY FIRST MEAL AND SUNSET SERENADE
FREE and Open to the Public!
**If you plan to enjoy your free meal at the Sunset Serenade you MUST pre register by July 26**
Please come through 4-5 pm, pick up your meal then stay to join us at 5 pm for the free entertainment. If you
want to bring your own food that is obviously fine too.
This is a drive through style and contactless meal program here at Groton Senior Center with the purpose of
keeping our community nourished during these difficult times. In order to keep this contactless, we ask that you
pop open your trunk so meals can be placed in.
This night is generously sponsored by NCOA, Walmart Foundation and Children First Groton.
Technology Center- Our Tech Concierges are back!
Need help with your laptop, tablet, smart phone? Maybe you just need a refresher in
Excel or need a little reminder with your Mac? We have you covered!
We do ONE-ON-ONE appointments for anyone 55 and older. We listen to your needs
and work at your pace. We have added to our amazing volunteers—we have several new
faces whom can help with various technology needs. Please call so we can best match
you up and schedule you important to us. Please call 860-445-1057 to make an
appointment in person or virtually with our Groton Senior Center Technology Center.
STAY TUNED for days and times of our popular and ever so helpful TECHY TEENS Program this summer!
We team up with Groton Public Library Teen Scape program to enlist some of their best to help better your
experience with your smart phone, tablets, laptop etc.
THE CALL HUB
Groton Senior Center is excited to present a brand new program called “The Call Hub”. This program is generously sponsored by the Groton Parks Foundation.
The Call Hub is a social calling program designed to provide enriching, fun and stimulating conversations. This program is for individuals who are homebound or lack human connection through socialization and activities outside of the home. Our goal is to have individuals feel validated and connected to other people with similar interests and values through the utilization of weekly phone calls.
Volunteers for this program are super important and can help to make a difference in others lives by giving 1 hour a week to 2 recipients by calling them. Social calling can improve psychological wellbeing , give folks opportunities to talk with like-minded people, perceived self-efficacy, more years at home and referrals to addition-al community resources. Social isolation affects nearly 1 in 5 older adults and that while it’s harmful at any age it’s especially dangerous for people over 50. Social isolation and loneliness are associated with higher blood pressure, increased susceptibility to the flu, greater risk of heart disease and earlier onset of dementia.
If you have questions or would like to participate in this program as a volunteer please reach out to our volunteer coordinator, Tomi at 860-441-6782 or tstanley@groton-ct.gov
Benefits of Recreation
Recreation is for all ages! For older adults, Recreation prolongs independent living helping you stay physically active and involved in community life. Regular fitness activities can reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke, combat osteoporosis and diabetes and ease arthritis pain. Regular activity can also support your mental health, relieve the feeling of fatigue, restore our energy and promote a sense of joy.
Upcoming Trip Presentations with Collette
Groton Senior Center and Collette have partnered again on some amazing extended trips. Upcoming trip (in person) presentations:
- Tropical Costa Rica trip presentation is Tuesday, July 20th at 1 pm
- Spotlight on Santa Fe trip presentation is Thursday, August 5th at 1 pm
- California Dreamin’: Monterey, Yosemite & Napa trip presentation is Thursday, August 5th at 2:30 pm
We ask that you please register so we know how many persons to expect – please call 860-441-6785 to sign up for any of these trip presentations. These will take place in person at Groton Senior Center.
Fully Reopen Starting July 6th
We are excited!! We reopen FULLY next week beginning Tuesday, July 6th!!!
We have been waiting so long to say that to you all. We know that some are still concerned with Covid even with the vaccines. Please be assured that we continue with our extensive cleaning. All persons who have been fully vaccinated are welcome to come in the building without a mask, those who have not been vaccinated should continue to wear a mask. If you are more comfortable wearing a mask, please continue to do so. All persons using the center transportation should continue to wear masks on the bus.
We begin our summer session programs (as seen in the latest newsletter) Tuesday July 6th! You can also see and subscribe to our newsletter online here at this link https://mycommunityonline.com/find/groton-senior-center/bulletin/file
Be sure to sign up for your programs now! Don’t want to have to cancel a program or event due to low enrollment. For example, we just had to postpone our July Gong (talent) Show to Sept 10th. You can come in or call in to sign up.
As for our COASTAL CAFÉ kitchen-
- The kitchen will be open 8:30am – 12:45pm.
- For breakfast – just muffins, danish and toast. No breakfast sandwiches.
- Lunch is 11:15am – 12:45pm. Meals will be served in “to go” containers for at least the first two weeks.
- There is take out, of course and call ins for pick up.
- No home delivery until linguistics is worked out.
Got Talent? We Want YOU! for the Gnog Show
Friday, September 10th – Gnog Show
Dinner Menu –Italian cheese stuffed meatloaf, cheddar bacon seasoned haddock, marinara sauce, mashed potatoes, monaco blend vegetables, rolls, cake, bottled water, sodaEntertainment after dinner. Cost: $20 per person. Register by Sept 3
Not just for Groton residents! Cost: $15 per person
PARTICIPANTS NEEDED: BUILDING SOCIALLY INTEGRATED COMMUNITIES
Join AARP and Groton Senior Center as they launch a FREE evidence-based pilot program in
Connecticut and Rhode Island with the goal of providing those who participate with an opportunity to
increase their social integration for themselves and those in their community.
We hope that you can participate to help contribute to building a socially integrated community that can
help you, your networks, and others across the country.
Why: Contribute to building a socially integrated community that helps you, your community, and others
nationwide. Your participation offers you an opportunity to help others while also positively impacting
your own health, connection with others and learn about relationships and social engagement all virtually.
You will meet new people while taking part as a virtual participant.
What to Expect:
• Participate in this free virtual six-week program, meeting once a week for 90 min
• Groups range between 6-8 people
• Learning objectives weekly accomplished through an educational, interactive & reflective structure
• Provides you with knowledge about the social aspects of health, social networks and social isolation
while participating in active learning through case studies, reminiscence, and group discussions.
• Capturing your experience in this group, is important for the program pilot done before and after the 6-
week program by questionnaire.
• Access to the internet needed along with a device equipped with video/audio like a computer, tablet, or
smartphone. A program navigator will walk you through the ZOOM steps to connect if needed.
• Geared towards individuals aged 50+
• Participants do not need to be an AARP member
*Our immediate need is for program participants for the virtual 6-week session. A telephonic version of
this project will be available in the coming months.
If you are interested and available for the virtual 6-week session please contact either Tomi or Cindy 860-441-6785
Groton Senior Center Reopens To All Again Starting July 6 -Rules on wearing a Mask
Groton Senior Center will be open to all again starting July 6 with our summer class session. All persons who have been fully vaccinated are welcome to come in the building without a mask, those who have not been vaccinated should continue to wear a mask. If you are more comfortable wearing a mask, please continue to do so. All persons using the center transportation should continue to wear masks on the bus. The Coastal Café will be open for regular meal service and you may eat indoors in the community room. Please feel free to call the center with questions at 860-441-6785.