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Help needed for a Volunteer to be the Bingo Caller!

Bingo Caller – Needed to call Bingo and run the game.  You would be responsible for setting up Bingo machine, calling Bingo, keeping track of games played and clean up after.  Knowledge of different types, styles and patterns of Bingo games helpful.  Commitment to Fridays from 12:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. is needed.  This Volunteer position is open to Members of the Senior Center only. 

Please see Hilary if you are interested or have questions.

 

Tuesday, November 13th- AARP Driver Safety- Smart Driver Course

Time: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

The AARP Smart Driver Course is the nation’s first and largest refresher course for drivers age 50 and older.  It has given millions of older drivers the skills and tools they need to drive safely on today’s roads.  In fact, 97% of those who take it change at least one driving behavior.

And the best part?  There are no tests to pass – just useful information to keep you safe on the road!

You may get an insurance discount after taking this course!  Auto insurance companies in most states provide a multi-year discount to course graduates!  Please consult your insurance agent for more information about discounts available to you from taking this class.

Cost: $15 AARP Members      $20 AARP Non-Members

Pay by check or cash on the day of the class

Please sign up at Reception – Space is Limited.

“You’re not too old and it’s not too late” – Rainer Maria Rilke – Content by Judy

Have you heard this statement? Now think about it…

As we work longer and care for others, time for ourselves can be limited but that lack of social engagement does affect our brain health as well. Now you might ask how do I increase my interactions with others?

Think of those things you would like to do. Make a written list.  Explore other ideas. A book club, a dance class, lunch out, a day trip, learning a new skill. Whatever it is, now look for those things on your list. Ahh, they have that very thing at your Senior Center, Parks and Rec, Adult Ed…

Now to go for the first time. Just how scary is that. Yup, that’s why you haven’t gone in the past, isn’t it? You don’t know anyone who will go with you and you don’t want to go alone…

Do you remember your first day of school? The first day of every new school you ever went to? The first day of every new job? The first day at a new church? The first time you went to a new doctor’s office?

All of those were scary too! But you got very comfortable in a short period of time didn’t you? Most times it worked out really well by the end of the first week.

Well do the same thing now. Pick that thing you have always wanted to do. Sign up. Then show up. There will be other people there for their first time as well. In a few visits you’ll be making new friends and perhaps finding folks you know from the past.

But now you’ll be getting out, having some “me” time and experiencing new activities and making new friends. All very good things to be doing!

Give it a try! “You’re not too old and it’s not too late” – Rainer Maria Rilke

Tuesday, September 18th- AARP Driver Safety- Smart Driver Course

Time: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

The AARP Smart Driver Course is the nation’s first and largest refresher course for drivers age 50 and older.  It has given millions of older drivers the skills and tools they need to drive safely on today’s roads.  In fact, 97% of those who take it change at least one driving behavior.

And the best part?  There are no tests to pass – just useful information to keep you safe on the road!

You may get an insurance discount after taking this course!  Auto insurance companies in most states provide a multi-year discount to course graduates!  Please consult your insurance agent for more information about discounts available to you from taking this class.

Cost: $15 AARP Members      $20 AARP Non-Members

Pay by check or cash on the day of the class

Please sign up at Reception – Space is Limited.

Renter’s Rebate Program open until October 1, 2018

Renter’s Rebate Program

A program for low income elderly (65+) or disabled individuals who have rented in CT in 2017 and have not applied for the homeowners Circuit Breaker Program.  Program open through October 1, 2018.

Income Limits:

Single: $35,300 yearly or less    Couple: $43,000 yearly or less

Appointments are Needed

Norwich residents, 55 and older please call the Rose City Senior Center at (860) 889-5960.

If you are under 55 and a Norwich resident, call Norwich Human Services at (860) 823-3778.

If you reside in Senior Housing, please contact your Resident Services Coordinator for an appointment at your housing complex.

 

 

 

Wednesday, August 22th- Lyme Disease

Time: 10:30am

Please join us for this presentation by Dr. Michael Kilgannon, Medical Director at St. Joseph Living Center in Windham.  Learn about Lyme Disease and the different forms this disease has.  Dr. Kilgannon will also be discussing signs and symptoms of Lyme Disease along with treatment options available.  There are many other tick borne diseases besides Lyme Disease and some others will also be discussed.  Light refreshments will be served.

Please sign up at Reception if you will be attending.

 

Thursday, September 27th- Trip to Wright’s Farm Restaurant & Wright’s Dairy Farm & Bakery

September Mini-Trip.   Mini-Trips are open to Rose City Senior Center members only

Registration begins on Tuesday, September 4th, at 5:00pm.  Please see below.

Enjoy a delicious, all you can eat, family-style chicken luncheon at Wright’s Farm Restaurant located in Harrisville, RI.  Your fabulous meal consists of dinner rolls with butter, fresh green salad with Wright’s Farm Classic Italian dressing, pasta with red sauce, Wright’s amazing French fries and of course Wright’s famous, tender and juicy roast chicken.  Included with your meal will be coffee or tea and if you have room – ice cream for dessert!

Following lunch, a short ride brings you to Wright’s Dairy Farm & Bakery.  Wright’s Bakery specializes in a number of baked goods, including dessert cakes, cupcakes, cream pastries, flaky pastries, pies, bars, sweet rolls and buns, plenty of assorted cookies and much more!

Their bakery is renowned for using only the highest quality ingredients including fresh milk and cream from their own cows.  Fresh dairy products are also available including milk, cream, coffee milk, chocolate milk, cheddar cheese and ice cream!  Be sure to buy some delicious treats to bring home!

Bus leaves Senior Center at 10:15am and returns approximately 4:15pm.  Limited seats available.

Cost: $20   No refunds given after September 19th unless your spot is filled.

REGISTRATION BY TELEPHONE

Call in Registration begins at 5:00 p.m. on Tues. September 4th.  Do not call before 5:00pm.

*At 5:00pm on Sept. 4th, Dial (860)889-5960. When you hear the message saying the Senior Center is closed, dial 3433 for the registration voicemail and follow the instructions.*

This trip is open to Senior Center Members ONLY.  You may register yourself plus one additional member when you call in to sign up.  You must be an up-to-date member.

 

Tuesday, August 21st- Trip to Point Judith and Galilee

Enjoy a beautiful Summer day in Galilee and Point Judith!  Your drop off location will be near George’s of Galilee Restaurant.  You will have time on your own to enjoy lunch, sightseeing and shopping!  You will be within walking distance to Salty Brine State Beach (Galilee Beach) and Roger W. Wheeler State Beach.  You will
have multiple restaurants in the area to choose from or you can pack a lunch and eat by the water as you enjoy the fishing boats come and go.  Be sure to bring your camera, sunblock and hat!

Cost: $3 for transportation.  Lunch is on your own.
Bus leave the Senior Center at 9:30 a.m. and returns approx. 4:00 p.m.
Sign up at Reception (by phone or in person) starting on August 1st

This trip has mostly walking.