Category: Programs

Tuesdays at 1:45pm

starting June 25th thru September 1oth

Join us as Thrive 55+ partners with the Eastern Connecticut Community Gardens Association and the Thames Valley Sustainable Connections Fund to offer free weekly workshops that will focus on uncomplicated preparations to accentuate the superior flavor of fresh, locally grown produce. June 25th – September 10th. Each participant will receive a fresh bag of organic produce weekly before the start of class. This program is free and enrollment limited. Registration required. MUST be registered by June 15th.

Tuesday, June 11th at 10:00am

Presentation on physical therapy/occupational therapy and how it can enhance the quality of life for individuals with Dementia. This presentation is being led by Dr. Shayla Adams PT,DPT and Occupational Therapist Kim Bucko. The talk will emphasize the indispensable role these therapies play in tailoring interventions to suit the unique needs of both patients and caregivers.

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.

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.

*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

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.

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.

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.