Wednesday, June 5th at 1:00pm
Washington Trust Wealth Management Team presents “Basic Steps to Formulate an Estate Plan” – General information on the set up and implementation of estate planning.
Category: Programs
OATS Group June Hike: Tree Tails Adventures in Mystic
Thursday, June 6th at 2:00pm
Join us at TreeTrails Adventures in Mystic for rope climbing course with ziplining and adventure. We meet there for 2pm OATS reservation. Cost is $ 38 pp for 3hours including equipment & introduction.
Seniors Farmers Market Vouchers
- Eligibility is 60 years of age or older OR disabled under the age of 60 who lives in senior housing where congregate nutrition services are provided. Income of not more than 185% poverty guidelines ($2,322/month or $27,861/annual for household of 1; $3,151/month or $37,814/annual for household of 2, etc). Participants can go through means testing to support income eligibility (i.e., SNAP or Medicaid).
- Cards can be used to purchase only CT grown fruits, vegetables, fresh cut herbs and honey.
- Cards can only be accepted at authorized locations (a list of farm markets and farm stands will be provided). It is likely possible to coordinate “pop-up” markets at a senior center or other location if working with an authorized farmer.
Please contact the Senior Center if you are interested in receiving a Farmers Market Voucher. Please contact Senior Resources directly at 860-887-3561.
Over the Hill Hiking Group June Hikes
*9:30am start time*
June 7 – Banningwoods
Hadlyme – Easy
Cindy
June 14 – Lay Preserve
Old Lyme – Moderate
Jan
June 21 – Champlain South
Old Lyme – Difficult
Gail
June 28 – Lester & Atkinson Preserve
Gales Ferry – Difficult
Debbie & Barry
ROMEO Club: Captain Scott’s Lobster Dock
Wednesday, June 26th at 11:00am –> New London
(11:30am at the Restaurant)
So, what is the ROMEO Club?
(Retired Old Men Eating Out)
They eat out, have fun, make and keep friends.
Men Only!
Trip fee is $5pp (transportation only).
Project Thank You
Thursday, June 27th, from 11 am – 12 pm
A fun & interactive program that puts gratitude into action.
Tap into the power of thank you notes and learn how to spread joy! Led by Jude Carter.
Learn how gratitude impacts our health and happiness
Understand how thank you notes lift spirits
Learn easy and fun ways to write great notes
Write a thank you note!
Register by June 25th.
Senior Living and Care Options
Tuesday, June 18th from 10:30am – 12pm
55+ adult communities, life plan retirement communities, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing facilities, or staying put.
Whether you are planning for yourself or assisting a loved one, there are many options to navigate. Join Jane Fisher, Certified Senior Advisor, who will help us understand the options and make informed plans. Topics covered will include:
• What does “home” mean and when is the right time to make a transition to senior living housing?
• What senior living & care options are available in our area? What are the costs? What services and amenities do they offer?
• Selecting the right place at the right time
• Staying home instead of moving
• Paying for senior living and care
Registration begins June 3rd. Register by June 14th.
Nautical Picture Frame Craft
Wednesday, June 12th from 1:00-3:00pm
For this fun crafting class, two wooden plain picture frames will be upgraded into unique themed summer picture frames. Select either nautical map or road map to create two unique frames to showcase those special summer photos. Maps, frames, Mod Podge, foam brushes, accent pieces and more will be supplied for the class. With Nancy Souza, Card Maker, Mixed Media Artist and Altenew Certified Educator. Please bring the following supplies to the class-scissors, pencil, ruler, liquid glue and two photos (optional) and any other crafting supplies you think you might need.
Class fee $15.00 per person. Registration begins June 3rd. Register by June 7th.
June Monthly Programs
- GRANDPARENT SUPPORT GROUP – Wed, June 5th, 10am
First Wednesday of the Month, 10am – 11am - STROKE SUPPORT GROUP – Thu, June 6th, 1pm *Day Room*
First Thursday of the Month at 2pm. Providing stroke survivors & care partners the space to
connect with others in a friendly & supportive setting. - “THOUGHTFUL TUESDAY” – Tue, June 11th, 10:15am at Zen & Now
- Monthly Mindfulness Coaching. Join Wellness Coach and Pharmacist Lisa Bragaw from Zen & Now
- CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP – Tue, June 18th, 10am
Third Tuesday of the month, 10am – 11am Are you a Caregiver for a loved one? Come join other caregivers in a support group in the Day Room of the Senior Center. - GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP – Tue, June 25th, 10am – 11:30am **Day Room** Fourth Tuesday of the Month, 10:00am, Brian Dagle Foundation – Brian’s Healing Hearts
- AARP Driver Safety – AARP Smart Driver course Wed, June 12th, at 12:30pm $20 AARP Member – $25 non-AARP Member
Register for Parkingson’s Disease: Living with Intent Class
Registration begins June 10th.
Thu, July 11th – September 19th, 2pm – 3pm
Group class combining exercises for speech, memory, movement and music for people living with Parkinson’s disease. Participants will learn how using INTENT can improve overall health, wellness, and joy!
Class fee $180 per person, 9 Classes. (no class 7/18, 8/8)