Category: Programs

Annual Medicare Review Seminar

Friday, October 21st at 1:00pm

 

Health and Retirement Services is offering local seminars to review Medicare, how it can impact you and if you’re getting all the benefits you should as things change annually. There’s lots of information about Medicare in TV commercials, mailings and phone calls, it’s so confusing and no one knows who to believe. Our goal is to provide clarity. We’ll be discussing the plan changes and differences between Original Medicare, Medicare Supplements, Medicare Advantage plans and Prescription drug plans. We’ll update you on available state assistance and new qualifications for all tiers of the Medicare Saving Program. We’ll also review how the Part D coverage gap or doughnut hole works and how the Insulin Saving program can impact your annual drug costs. We’re able to answer questions on all the plans offered in the state. This event is being facilitated by Senior Health and Retirement Service, located in Madison CT.

 

Wellness Wednesday: A Better Nights Sleep

Wednesday, October 19th at 1:00pm

 

Occupational Therapist & owner of Radiant Journey, Jennifer Hirschberg-Wise will be presenting a better sleep program. Sleep disturbances are so prevalent in our society that to be sleep deprived and functioning on stimulants is accepted as “normal” functioning. During this experiential 60-minute workshop, we will take a deeper look at the structure of sleep and how sleep disturbances diminish function and quality of life. Learn how to apply evidence-based principles of a sleep routine and other meditative practices to create a better sleeping environment and practices to promote more restful sleep and improve functioning.

Annual Veteran’s Appreciation Luncheon

Monday, October 3rd at 12:00pm

 

We will be holding our 7th Annual Veterans’ Appreciation Luncheon. All
Veterans are invited to attend this free luncheon.

If spouses or caregivers wish to attend the cost will be $5.00 due at the time of sign up.

Please call (860)434-1605 ext. 240 before September 28th if you are a Veteran and wish to attend!

Flu Clinic

Saturday, October 22nd from 10:00am-1:00pm

At Lyme Old Lyme Middle School

 

A free flu clinic, sponsored by the OL VNA

Please bring proof of Lyme or Old Lyme residency with you.

This will be in a drive thru format.

 

October Lunch Menu

* Lunch reservations MUST be called into the Estuary at (860)388-1611 x216 by 11am the business day before. You can sign up for the whole month at a time or for a group of days.

Lunch is served Tues– Thursday at 12pm. Meals are a $3.00 donation that can be paid at the time of lunch. If you do not have $3.00, no senior will be turned away for an inability to pay.

 

Menu:

Oct. 4-Baked Cod, Roasted Potatoes, Spinach, Tropical Fruit
Oct.5-Pork Roast, Gravy, Sweet Potatoes, Brussel Sprouts, Apple Sauce, Oatmeal Raisin
Cookie
Oct. 6-Chili, Mixed Vegetables, Corn Muffin, Apple
Oct. 11-Chicken Cutlet Sandwich , Wheat Roll, Honey Mustard Sauce, Potato Wedges, 3 Bean Salad, Peaches
Oct. 12-Eggplant Parmesan, Italian Blend Veg, Garlic Knot, Tropical Fruit
Oct. 13-Battered Fish, French Fries, Baked Beans, Cole Slaw, Banana
Oct. 18-Herb Baked Chicken, Rice Pilaf. Sonoma Blend Veg. Peaches
Oct.19-Taco Salad, Corn & Beans, Orange
Oct.20-Beef Stroganoff w/buttered noodles, Brussel Sprouts, Bread Pudding, Fruit Juice
Oct. 25-Shepard’s Pie, Corn, Biscuit, Fruit Cocktail
Oct. 26-Birthday Lunch-Pot Roast w/Beef Gravy, Mashed Potatoes, Green Beans, Fruit Juice, Birthday Cake
Oct. 27-Chicken Stew, Peas and Carrots, Biscuit, Mandarin Oranges

October Craft Classes

Please reserve your spot for any of these classes by calling (860)434-4127!
Grab your friends and join us for some crafting fun!

 

Tuesday, October 4th at 1:00pm

Instructor Mary will teach you how to make beautiful, roses or simple flowers that you see at craft fairs! (See picture) Cost is FREE for members, $5.00 for non-members. Call to reserve your spot, limited space available. If you have a glue gun, please bring it with you, if not we will have a few to share.

 

Monday, October 24th from 1:00-2:30pm

Victoria Woolard of Still Waters USA, a small female owned business based out of Westbrook Connecticut, will be on site teaching guests how to make their own wire wrapped starfish ornaments! They will be made with sea glass picked from Connecticut, Maryland, California and Rhode Island Beaches or freshwater Pearl.

This class will cost $25.00 due to Victoria upon arrival.

All materials are included in the class cost.

Please pre-register by October 17th

Oil Painting Classes with Tom Torrenti

Tuesdays in October from 12:30-3:30pm

 

Tom is an elected member of the Lyme Art Association and first exhibited there in 1969. A graduate of Paier College, Torrenti is an artist based in Westbrook, CT, with over 50 years of painting experience.

His classes begin with a demo of a reference photo supplied by a student. Then he guides the class. A critique follows at 3:15pm. Each 3 hour class is $25.00, payable in advance.

Please call Tom at (475)-441-0422 for more details, questions, to register, and for supply list.

Painting & Sketching Classes with Jeanette Green

October 3rd and 17th from 1:00-3:00pm

 

Still Life of Autumn Vegetables in Pastel

 

Costs $20.00 for 2-week session. Sign up and payment due in advance,

Ask for material list when you sign up!

 

iPhone Basics: 2-Part Series

Free for members ($10 for non-members)

Taught by Nancy Meinke

 

Tuesday, October 11th at 1:00pm

Learn the Basic iPhone functions; how to make a call, load names and numbers, designate emergency contacts, how to use voice commands, learn how to send and receive text messages, use video calling, block phone numbers (like spam callers) etc.

 

Friday, October 14th at 1:00pm

10 apps that will enhance your life.

New Horizon Band Performance

This band from the Community School of Music will perform various marches, show tunes, classics and seasonal music. This is an all-seniors band and a reminder that you are never too old to pick up and learn a new instrument or to start playing again. This will be an indoor concert.