Category: Programs

Internet Service Payment Help

Posted on March 3, 2021 by Norwich

Are you a Grandparent raising a Grandchild?

Norwich Human Services has two programs available to assist grandparent who are raising their grandchildren pay for internet service so their grandchild can attend remote learning opportunities.

If you currently have Comcast Internet Essentials plan, which costs $9.95/month, Norwich Human Services can help pay for 6 months of service per household if this is the internet plan you have.

Funding for this program is made possible by a grant from Chelsea Groton Bank.

If you currently have any other higher priced Comcast plan or any internet plan other than Comcast, Norwich Human Services can help pay $50 for 6 months of service per household toward your bill.

Funding for this program is made possible by the Community Foundation and Graustein Memorial.

For more information or to apply for assistance,

Please contact Lee-Ann Gomes, Norwich Human Services Director (860) 823-3778

 

ATTENTION: Due to the Coronavirus (COVID-19), the Rose City Senior Center is currently closed to the public.

Posted on March 3, 2021 by Norwich

We are currently offering help with grocery shopping and rides to medical appointments.

Please call for information.

Information in this newsletter is as up-to-date as possible but is subject to change.

We will do our best to keep you up-to-date on the re-opening status of the Senior Center.

If you have a question or are looking for services or resources to help you,  please contact us at (860) 889-5960.

 

ZOOM ZUMBA- Mondays 5:30 to 6:30pm

Posted on March 3, 2021 by Montville

Must be 60+ to participate, please call the office during regular office hours to sign up! #860-848-0422.

ZUMBA GOLD is specifically designed for senior citizens and now you get to do in the privacy of your own home – staying safe while staying active.

Zumba Gold is the lower impact, easy-to-follow, Latin-inspired dance fitness class that will help keep you healthy & happy while having lots of fun!

STRENGTH TRAINING / HEALTHY STRETCH w/Lorraine

Posted on March 3, 2021 by Montville

Monday—Strength Training 2:00 PM
Wednesday—Strength Training 2:00 PM
Thursday—Healthy Stretching 3:00 PM

We are providing a ZOOM class with the Healthy Stretch and Strength Training Programs. Our regular instructor Lorraine will be teaching the class. If you are interested in participating via ZOOM for the next few months, please call and sign up with the office. We will give you the details at that time. Classes will be every Wednesday from 2:30 – 3:30 PM. Classes will include the Strength Training as Strength training increases muscle mass and also strengthens your bones, helps with weight management, provides relief from arthritis pain, lowers risk of injury, and improves cardiac health. You will be safely guided, by an ACE certified personal trainer, through a variety of exercise designed to increase muscular strength, range of motion, and flexibility required for everyday living at its best.” No need to sign up; just wear comfortable clothing and sneakers and come on down and take charge of your health. Classes will also include a Healthy Stretch portion of the class.
“As we age our muscles become shorter and lose their elasticity. Aging can affect the structure of our bones and muscles causing pain and decreased range of motion in the shoulders, spine, and hips. Stretching is an excellent way to help relieve pain, increase flexibility, and increase range of motion to enhance our everyday life. Class is for anyone seeking to achieve the many benefits of stretching.” Please wear comfortable clothing and sneakers to participate in class.

ZOOM BINGO

Posted on March 3, 2021 by Montville

Join us for our Montville Senior Center monthly ZOOM BINGO! Call the Center for details on the start date of our new monthly ZOOM BINGO. BIN-GO cards will be mailed out to each senior interested in playing ZOOM BINGO with us!
For details, information, and BINGO cards, please call #860-848-0422 or email Caitlin at MontvilleSeniors@montville-ct.org.

ZOOM ZENTANGLE- TUESDAYS from 2:30 to 4:30pm

Posted on March 3, 2021 by Montville

Cost: FREE
(Materials can be purchased at the Center FOR $10.00 KITS or you can bring your own)
Zentangle is an easy to learn method of creating beautiful images from repetitive patterns. Learn to relax (the “ZEN” part) while creating beautiful, repetitive, design work (the “TANGLE” part). You will learn a variety of “tangles” (patterns) and combine them in your own unique way. IT’s easy to learn, and the best part is that you don’t need to have any drawing skills to do this! Each intricate design is broken down in easy to follow steps that guarantee a successful and unique piece.

Please register in front office during regular office hours.

RAFFLE TIME w/ CAITLIN

Posted on March 3, 2021 by Montville

Don’t miss out on the fun! We have been giving away RAFFLE PRIZES each week to the winners! You do not need to have a computer to register to win—simply give us a call and we will put everyone’s name into the “hat”! If you want to have a little fun while stuck home and staying safe and healthy—how about a weekly raffle? Call #860-848-0422, OR email Caitlin at MontvilleSeniors@montville-ct.org and you can sign up for our weekly raffle!

If you have not signed up for any of our ZOOM programs, we are offering a variety of them, please send an email to Caitlin @ MontvilleSeniors@montville-ct.org and she will get you all set up! Great way to stay active, stay healthy, stay safe & have fun!

 

GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP

Posted on March 3, 2021 by Montville

Facilitated by UCFS and our Better Health Clinician, we have a once a week Grief Support Group. We are looking to provide this via ZOOM in the month of November as the Senior Center remains closed. This is a free program. Are you sad or suffering the loss of a loved one? Spouse, child, friend, or pet? Sometimes it is very difficult to deal with such loss. Join this confidential and private grief support group and learn coping techniques and ways to help you deal with your loss. Support group is ongoing, please sign up by calling the office at #860-848-0422. No need to speak in the group if you are not comfortable, you will still take away ways to cope with loss!

ZOOM MEDITATION CLASS- Wednesdays at 10am

Posted on March 3, 2021 by Montville

Deep Breathing, Aromatherapy, Guided Mediation, and Mindfulness Discussions. This is a great way to start the day and will be offered via ZOOM for the next few months! There are many health benefits to Mediation: Detoxification of body, de-stressing, increased cardiovascular capacity, regulate weight, improved posture, help with anxiety, depression, heart disease, high blood pressure & more! Classes are ongoing—you can join at any time, please call the office to sign up and on instructions to participate.

Health & Wellness Program: Monday – Friday on Videos

Posted on March 3, 2021 by Montville

We have been providing Health & Wellness video since this crazy pandemic started! If you would like to receive the videos – they are sent via email – please send me an email with your request and I will add you to the list! This is a great way to stay active while staying home and safe! The program is called COOPED UP WITH CAITLIN and videos are provided Monday – Fri-day and show you how to keep moving safely in your home! Working on different muscle groups, different areas of the body, etc. the videos will show you how to move throughout the home, using different furniture or household items to hold or hold on to while performing exercises to help keep your muscles and blood moving and flowing!