Category: Programs

Center of the Blind Presentation

Wednesday, October 26th at 1:00pm

 

Please join us as we hear a brief history of the Center of the Blind’, an overview of their services, programs, activities. An overview of the products available for the visually impaired and blind persons will also be addressed. As well as membership privileges and time for Q&A

Estate Planning Session: The Healthcare Portion Of It

Wednesday, October 12th at 5:00pm

 

Presented by Eric Moreira, CRPC, APMA Financial Advisor of Coastal Wealth Management. Local Estate Planning Attorney April Brodeur will be guest speaker. Medicaid Planning and Long Term Care Planning to be discussed.

Light refreshments available. Please register for this event.

OATS Hike With Groton Utilities

Thursday, October 6th at 10:30am

 

Hike within the reservoir, approximately 3 miles.

 

A hearty group of cool people with a shared interest of being outdoors and local adventure who happen to be 55 and older. Want to join our email list for all the details of upcoming OATS outings? It’s the best way to hear about our upcoming outings and plans. Please call 860-441-6623 or email colsen@groton-ct.gov

 

Not an OATS group member yet?? We can sign you up easily! You just need to be 55 plus and you will need to complete one form for us. It’s that easy! No fee.

Trip: Newport Playhouse

Thursday, October 6th

 

We are going back to Newport! We will be seeing “Social Security ” written by Andrew Bergman. Newport Playhouse has been running long enough to be considered a Rhode Island institution. They have found the perfect formula ENJOY A GREAT BUFFET-A WONDERFUL PLAY- A FUN-FILLED CABERET! Buffet 11:30am, Curtain 1:00pm & Cabaret always follows the play

We do the driving on one of our own GSC buses. We meet at Thrive55+ Center and depart from our parking lot.

$78 resident/88 non resident. Cost includes, transportation, driver, admissions, refreshments/meals.

Medicare Open Enrollment Informational Session

Tuesday, October 25th from 1:00-3:00pm

 

Medicare Update: changes, new benefits for 2023 Please Join John Pitarra, Senior Benefits & Medicare Specialist for an informational presentation.

Registration is needed. 860-441-6785

Vet Center One-on-One Info Sessions

Friday. October 21st from 11:00am-2:00pm

 

Norwich Vet Center offers confidential help for Veterans, service members, and their families at no cost in a non-medical setting. Services include counseling for needs such as depression, post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and the psychological effects of military sexual trauma (MST). Vet Center can also connect you with more support in VA and your community

Oct 17 Importance of Nutrition Versus the Effects on Dementia

Importance of nutrition versus the effects on dementia talk is Monday , October 17th at 10:30am , free and open to the public.  We do ask that you please register with us by calling 860-441-6785

 

 

 

Crocheted Mittens Class

October 3rd & October 17th from 10:00am-12:00pm

 

Join us as we crochet mittens! (See the final product in the office!) This pattern is simple with single crochets. Finish off the cuff with Fun Fur, etc. This is a 2 session class with two weeks in between to work on your project at home. Please bring your favorite light colored yarn (Red Heart is preferred) with size H (8) crochet hook. Written instructions provided at class.

FEE: FREE
INSTRUCTOR: Dusty Lockamy

Halloween Luncheon

Wednesday, October 26th at 12:00pm

 

Costs $7, RSVP to 860-464-0478