Category: News

STAY HOME, STAY SAFE order Still In Effect

Posted on July 27, 2020 by Groton

Though we all miss seeing you all, Groton Senior Center is still not open to the public to come inside.

Due to the directives of the State of CT and Ledge Light Health District, we appreciate your patience while we work through the phases to reopen our center for all of you. At this time, Phase 2 of the reopening plan where persons 65 years and older and those with compromised immune systems are still under the STAY HOME – STAY SAFE order. Due to our center predominantly serving those 65 plus we are not opening our doors at this time. CT Senior Centers will be one of the last areas to open because of the population we serve and because there currently is no treatment or vaccine for the Corona Virus. Currently, it looks like the state will not recommend senior centers open until after September 1.

We are however offering several classes virtually and some even outside now.  Come by and pick up a newsletter or look online at it https://www.ourseniorcenter.com/find/groton-senior-center

Social isolation has a purpose though we know it is hard for you. Please contact the senior center staff so we can help you with ways to socialize online using computers, tablets or your smart phone and to stay busy.  860-441-6785

 

VIRTUAL Programs Summer 2020

Posted on July 27, 2020 by Groton

We encourage you to join us for our VIRTUAL programs, see and make friends and socialize with safe distancing. Everyone is welcome you do not need to be a Groton resident to join us.  Having trouble logging on?  Please call us 860-441-6785.

DISCOVER CONNECTIONS meets Tuesday and Thursdays  10:00 am – 10:30 am  virtually through ZOOM.  This virtual class offers stimulating activities such as mind aerobics, music, reminiscing , poetry, exercise and more. This virtual program is designed for adults with beginning to mild cognitive challenges or anyone at risk for social isolation.

The meeting ID is 784-3589-4247.  No password is required just the ID

WE WEDNESDAYS meets weekly Wednesdays 10– 10:30 am virtually through ZOOM so that we may socialize with you while safe distancing. We will keep it casual with one staff member and just allow for everyone to have a chance to say hello and let everyone how they have been doing and what they have been doing.

The meeting ID is 719 3534 4254 / Password 9QvDdj

MIND AEROBICS meets virtually through Zoom Tuesdays and Thursdays 11:00-11:30 am . Everyone is welcome you do not need to be a Groton resident to join us. This class is going to offer things such as trivia, name that tune, math equations and much more!!! If you’re looking for something to challenge your mind than this is the class for you.

The meeting  ID is 726-0483-2646

 

Thank you Charette family!!

Posted on July 2, 2020 by Groton

In memory of Al Charette, the Charette family donated five Amazon Fire HD tablets to Groton Senior Center to use for our homebound seniors.

Stay Home and Stay Safe!

Posted on July 2, 2020 by Norwich

Older adults and people who have underlying medical conditions are at a higher risk for developing more serious complications from COVID-19 illness.  Governor Lamont and the CDC are recommending that people aged 65 and older and anyone with severe health conditions should continue to stay home and stay safe.

For more information please visit

https://cdc.gov  and  https://ct.gov/coronavirus

 

Chair Strength & Balance with Kelly Harper on YouTube

Posted on July 2, 2020 by Norwich

This Strength & Balance video is a chair based class using a small workout ball.  It’s a great 11 minute workout for anyone to try and it is free on YouTube.  The best part of the video (well…besides the great workout) is a brief visit from Kelly’s pet cat Ferdinand!  YouTube link above or email Hilary to have the YouTube link emailed to you.  hsandberg@cityofnorwich.org

 

AARP Driver Safety- Smart Driver Course **ONLINE CLASS**

Posted on July 2, 2020 by Norwich

Take the AARP Driver Safety Smart Driver Course online in the comfort (and safety) of your own home and still receive the same auto insurance discount as the in-person class!  The 4-hour online class can be taken at your own pace and does not have to be completed all at one time.  Do as much or as little as you want until all 4 hours are complete.  The class is available any time of the day or night!

The AARP Smart Driver Course is the nation’s first and largest refresher course for drivers age 50 and older.  You may get an auto 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. 

Go to www.aarpdriversafety.org for more information and to take the class.

Use coupon code DRIVINGSKILLS for 25% off 

Coupon code expires on 7/31/2020

If you have already signed up to take an in-person class and now decide to take the class online,

please call the Senior Center so we can take your name off the in-person class list!

 

Home delivery is available for our monthly newsletter, VOICES!

Posted on July 2, 2020 by Norwich

Subscriptions are available for $8 a year and begin with any month you choose.

Your newsletter will be mailed to your home as soon as it is ready for distribution.

There are 3 ways to sign up for home delivery:

  • Include an additional $8 when you mail in your Membership dues
  • Call and sign up over the phone and pay by credit card
  • Mail in your $8 check along with your name, mailing address and phone number

If mailed, please send to: Rose City Senior Center-VOICES, 8 Mahan Drive, Norwich, CT 06360

Thank you for your continued support of the Rose City Senior Center

Renter’s Rebate Program

Posted on July 2, 2020 by Norwich

Assistance is available over the phone to apply. 

No in-person appointments at this time.

Please contact the appropriate person (below) for more information.

A program for low income elderly (65+) or disabled individuals who have rented in CT in 2019 and have not applied for the homeowners Circuit Breaker Program.  Program open through October 1, 2020.

Income Limits: Single: $37,000 yearly or less   

Couple: $45,100 yearly or less

For assistance, please call:

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

Ask for Carolyn’s voicemail and leave a message.  Carolyn will call you back.

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

► If you reside in Senior Housing, please call your

 Resident Services Coordinator at your housing complex for information.

 

Membership Credit

Posted on July 2, 2020 by Norwich

For those of you who chose to get a credit towards your Membership dues in lieu of a refund for your Corned Beef and Cabbage ticket purchase, please be sure to indicate this on your

Membership Form and only pay the balance due if you will be mailing it in or calling to pay over the phone.  If you do not remember the amount of your Membership credit, please call the Senior Center or email Hilary to find out.  hsandberg@cityofnorwich.org

Thank you for helping to support Rose City Senior Center! 

 

Membership Renewal

Posted on July 2, 2020 by Norwich

Norwich Residents: Suggested $25 yearly Membership*

Out of Town: $40 yearly Membership

*Financial Assistance Available For Norwich Residents (Please Call for Information)

Membership renewal in normally due starting July 1st.  Since the Senior Center is still closed to the public until further notice, we are accepting renewals by mail only at this point.

We have already begun receiving renewals from some of our current Members.  If you are not currently using any of our services and would prefer to wait until we reopen to renew your Membership, that is fine and we understand.  If you are currently using one of our services (such as Transportation) we ask that you renew at this time.

For those of you who would like to pay your Membership dues now, please fill out the Membership Form on the adjacent page and mail it in with your payment.  You can also call and pay over the phone with a credit card.  Filling out the Membership Form is important for us to make sure we have all of your up-to-date information, including correct emergency contact information.  If you call to pay over the phone, please go over your information with us or still mail in the completed Membership Form.

As a reminder, Membership dues paid to the Senior Center go directly towards providing services, programs, classes, activities and events.  They help us pay instructors for different classes we offer and provide needed supplies for different senior center groups.  Money we receive from dues stays with the Senior Center and does not go into the City of Norwich’s general fund.  The Senior Center controls how and when we use the money in order to provide you with the best services.

We appreciate all the donations and Memberships that we receive in order for us

to bring you as much as we can.  Thank you!