Category: Programs
Bereavement Support Group- Afternoon and Evening Group
Offered by Hospice of Northeastern Connecticut
A Safe Way to Connect & Support ~ Join in to Listen or to Participate.
Afternoon Group held 12:00p.m. – 1:00p.m
1st Wednesday of each month via ZOOM
Evening Group held 5:00p.m. – 6:00p.m.
3rd Wednesday of each month via ZOOM
To more information or to register for a Bereavement ZOOM Support Group,
Please call the Hospice office (860) 928-0422 x7316
Senior Center Staff
Mike Wolak-Senior Center Director
Hilary Sandberg-Program Administrator
Carolyn McAuliffe-Outreach Administrator
Melissa Bresnan-Gilbo-Receptionist
Shirley Ganoe-Lead Van Driver
Lorie Trainor-Van Driver
Debbi Hayslip-Escort Driver
**GRANT Funded Staff**
Anne Barriere-MedRide II
Leonna White-Health Clinic Nurse
TVCCA VITA Income Tax Assistance
Schedule your appointment with a TVCCA Volunteer Tax Preparer
All appointments for the 2021 tax season will be virtual.
Convenient Online and Drop-off options available.
If you would like to schedule an appointment, please call 2-1-1. Select option 3, then option 6.
Appointments begin in February. Income limit $66,000. This service is free.
For more information, please visit www.tvcca.org/financial-services/vita/
Virtual ZOOM Class: Tai Ji Quan: Moving for Better Balance®
Beginning April 6th, Tuesdays and Fridays
Time: 8:55am to 9:55am
Class Instructed by Carol Klammer
Tai Ji Quan: Moving for Better Balance® is a research based falls prevention exercise program that uses Tai Ji Quan based movements to improve strength, mobility, balance and daily function and to prevent falls. It is designed for older adults 60+ years old and people with balance difficulties.
This program can accommodate individuals who need assistance with walking, such as use of a cane.
No prior experience with Tai Chi is needed. This class will be taught virtually. You will learn the movements in a supportive environment over the course of this 24-week class. This class is free and open to individuals at least 60 years old, and interested in improving their balance and stability.
To Sign up Contact: Connie Capacchione, Uncas Health District
(860) 639-5138
This program is sponsored by Senior Resources Agency on Aging and Uncas Health District.
TVCCA ENERGY ASSISTANCE- Last Day to Apply is May 3rd
We are completing applications for TVCCA ENERGY ASSISTANCE for
Seniors 55 or older and people with disabilities.
Contact the Senior Center for more information 860-376-2604
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All others, please contact TVCCA to schedule a phone appointment at 860-425-6681. This phone line is automated. Leave your name and phone number at the end of the message.
Someone from TVCCA will return your call.
PREVENTIVE HEALTH Clinic – Leonna White, RN -by appointment
**PREVENTIVE HEALTH Clinic – Leonna White, RN**
Appointments available one Saturday per month.
You must be a member of the Rose City Senior Center to make an appointment. Leonna is now a Certified Foot Care Specialist and can accept patients that are Diabetic or on blood thinning medications.
Toenail Cutting—is offered for $15.00 per visit.
Ear Flushing—is available for $3.00 for one ear, or $5.00 for both ears.
Please call (860) 889-5960 to schedule an appointment.
**THE ROSE CITY SENIOR CENTER PREVENTIVE HEALTH CLINIC IS FUNDED THROUGH THE GENEROUS SUPPORT OF THE EDWARD AND MARY LORD FOUNDATION.**
Proposed FYE 2022 Town Budget
Thursday night at 7 pm is the Town of Groton Public Hearing on the Proposed 2022 Budget. Here is a link to WELCOME TO GROTON show with our Groton Town Manager John Burt on the Proposed 2022 Budget. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3KZFem370_w
Fun fact: You have options for viewing a YourTube video- all in the bottom right corner of the video such as, you can turn on close captioning. 🙂
BAKERS BATTLE Event Saturday, April 24th
Saturday, April 24th 11 am to 1 pm PROFESSIONAL & RECREATIONAL BAKERS competing to be declared the best!
Do you love baked goods? Be a TASTER at our BAKERS BATTLE fundraiser!
Please join us for this delicious event as we sample delectable treats from Professional and Recreational bakers in a friendly competition to be named BEST.
Tasters $10 PP in advance OR $12 PP at entry. Open to all ages.
Flea Market Donations will be Accepted Beginning April 13
Flea Market donations will be accepted at Groton Senior Center Tuesdays, April 13, 20 and 27th from 1:30 -4:00 pm
Save the Date
Club 55 Flea Market and Bake Sale will be Saturday May 15th – all outdoors (Rain date of May 22)
Outdoors $15 per spot Call 860-441-6785 to reserve your spot!
Club 55 events are fundraisers for their High School Senior Achievement Award . Please support Club 55 as they continue to support our local high school seniors.
