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Reovery Support Group

Wednesday, December 18th at 1:00 p.m.

If you or a loved one has been affected by substance abuse/recovery, please join us.

These meetings are based on the idea that there are great benefits in bringing individuals together from various pathways of recovery to share and learn from one another. Join Nurse Barbara as she leads this monthly group discussion and gives support. Meetings are open to any senior in recovery along with seniors who have a loved one struggling with substance abuse or impacted by addiction.

Group meetings will be on the 3rd Wednesday of the month at 1:00 p.m.

Contact Nurse Barbara with any questions (860) 889-8331 x 6416

December Special Meal

December 18th at 11:45am 

Menu: Herb Roasted Prime Rib, Garlic Roasted Potatoes, Squash Mix, Assorted Cookies & Juice, Dinner Roll w/ margarine

– $4.50 – sign up by 12/9

Healthy Habits

Friday, December 20th at 10:00am

A different health related topic will be discussed each month.

Join Nurse Barbara as she provides helpful information, education, and leads a group discussion on ways to form and maintain Healthy Habits. Group usually meets on the last Friday of the month at 10:00 a.m.

► December Topic: Coping with Loneliness, Stress, and Grief
~ How to Support Yourself and Your Peers During the Holiday Season

Please sign up at Reception if you will be attending

 

Trip: New York City On Your Own

A magical time of year to visit NYC!
Thursday, December 12th

Let us do the driving and you plan your day! A great opportunity to finish your holiday shopping or just enjoy all the endless sights New York City as to offer. Be amazed at the Winter Wonderland the city transforms into at the Holidays!

 

Your drop off and pick up location will be near Radio City Music Hall.

We will be leaving New York City at 5:30pm.

Don’t wait to sign up, spaces are limited.

COST: $60 per person includes charter bus transportation. Driver tip is not included.

Trip: Radio City Music Hall – Christmas Spectacular

Enjoy a favorite holiday tradition in NYC starring the Rockettes!
Thursday, December 12th

Your festive day starts with time on your own to have lunch and see the sights in NYC at Christmas. With endless restaurants, cafés and bakeries, you will have plenty to choose from. Next, enjoy the 2:00pm performance of Radio City Music Hall Christmas Spectacular! After the show you will have time on your own to see the Rockefeller Tree and grab a bite to eat before we leave NYC at 5:30pm.

The Rockettes have been charming New York City with the Christmas Spectacular since 1933, and has become one of the city’s most popular holiday traditions. The 90-minute show will immerse you in the magic of the holidays and includes beloved favorite Rockettes numbers ‘Parade of The Wooden Soldiers’ and ‘New York at Christmas’ along with the ‘Living Nativity’ and a visit from Santa!

COST: $167 per person includes charter bus transportation and Christmas Spectacular Orchestra section 200 show ticket*. Driver tip is not included.

Drop off and Pick up will involve some walking to & from Radio City Music Hall.

*Christmas Spectacular tickets will only be distributed via mobile tickets. You must have a smart phone.

Cancellation Policy: Refund will only be given if your spot is filled.

Trip: “A Christmas Story” – Goodspeed Opera House

Thursday, December 19th

Departing senior center at 10:45am, 5:30pm approximate return time

 

First, enjoy lunch at Olive Garden (lunch on your own). Following lunch, a short ride will bring you to Goodspeed Opera House for the musical version of the beloved movie classic ~ A Christmas Story.

The only thing little Ralphie wants for Christmas is a BB gun. But to get it, he
must navigate all the obstacles of the yuletide season. Will a neighborhood
bully, a strict school teacher, a distracted dad and a department store Santa
thwart his quest? There’s something for everyone in this hilarious love letter to
Christmas past. A package of naughty and nice nostalgia to warm your winter!

This trip will be using the Senior Center bus for transportation.
You are responsible to find your own ride to the SC before the trip and home from the SC after.
COST: $66 per person includes A Christmas Story side orchestra ticket and transportation.
Lunch is on your own. Limited tickets available.

Medicare Open Enrollment

Last day of open enrollment is December 7th

Medicare Part C (Advantage Plans) and Part D (Prescription Drug Coverage).
Medicare health plans and prescription drug plans can make changes each year to things like cost, coverage providers and pharmacies. During open enrollment, you have the opportunity to review and make changes to your plan. Schedule an appointment to re-evaluate your current plan.

Norwich Residents ~ Please call Carolyn for an appointment (860) 889-5960
Residents of Eastern CT (Outside of Norwich) ~ Please call Senior Resources (860) 887-3561

Golden Nuggets Holiday Concert

Tuesday, December 17th at 1:30pm

This event is free.

The Golden Nuggets will be singing a selection of holiday songs at their Holiday Joys and Wishes! Concert. This wonderful choral group consists of very talented and dedicated Senior Center members. The Golden Nuggets will also be singing their Holiday Concert at various local senior living and rehab centers to help spread holiday cheer. We hope you will join us! Cookies and drinks will be served.

Please sign up at Reception if you will be attending

Mini Holiday Craft Fair

Thursday, December 5th from 9:30am-1:30pm

 

Stop by for some holiday shopping at our mini craft fair. Hand-made crafts and one of a kind items made by talented Senior Center Members! A great way to pick up some holiday gifts. See you there!