Category: Programs

February 19th – February 24th: Film Screening ~ Lives Well Lived

The film Lives Well Lived celebrates the incredible wit, wisdom and experiences of adults aged 75 to 100 years old.  Through their intimate memories and inspiring personal histories encompassing over 3,000 years of experience, forty people share their secrets and insights to living a meaningful life. These men and women open the vault on their journey into old age through family histories, personal triumph and tragedies, loves and losses – seeing the best and worst of humanity along the way.  Their stories will make you laugh, perhaps cry, but mostly inspire you.  This film is 56 minutes long.

Register at www.fairfieldhistory.org/events/film-screening-days/ 

You will receive a private link on Feb. 18th and the film will be available to watch online Feb. 19th – 24th.

 

Live Well with Diabetes

In Home Version!  All you Need is a Telephone! 

Live Well with Diabetes is a toolkit and program through Senior Resources that you do in the comfort of your own home without having to use any technology beyond a telephone.

FREE Active Living Everyday toolkit includes a Living a Healthy Life Book and Exercise & Relaxation CD.

A new 6-week workshop starts every month!

Participants will learn about:

  • What to eat
  • Low and High blood sugar
  • Tips for dealing with stress
  • Foot care
  • Sick day guidelines
  • How to set small and achievable goals

For more information, contact Lori Rygielski, Senior Resources Regional Coordinator LRygielski@seniorresourcesec.org  OR  (860) 887-3561 ext. 127

Sponsored by the Connecticut Department of Public Health, the Department of Aging & Disability Services, and Senior Resources Agency on Aging.

 

Connecticut Residents 75 and Older Can Register for COVID-19 Vaccine Information

If you need help to sign up please contact Karen Washington at 860-376-2329.

UNCAS Health District Press Report & Scheduling Links

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 Connecticut Residents 75 and Older Can Register for COVID-19 Vaccine 

The state’s COVID-19 vaccination efforts have now expanded to phase 1b, and as a result, Connecticut residents who are 75 years or older now qualify to receive vaccines. 

Due to limited supply of the vaccine, registering through an online or phone system will be necessary. The state’s Vaccine Administration Management System is now open for registration submission. Those over the age of 75, or their loved ones, are asked to submit applications through the online web portal. 

https://dphsubmissions.ct.gov/OnlineVaccine 

When accepted into the registration portal, individuals will receive emails informing them of the next steps necessary in the scheduling process. 

For those in the age group who lack computer access or knowledge, they can also call: 877.918.2224 Monday – Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. 

There may be an initial delay in scheduling access, but as the state actively enrolls providers and staff, it is expected for that access to rapidly grow in coming weeks. All information submitted through VAMS will be kept private. The link to VAMS also contains an extensive list of frequently asked questions about the COVID-19 vaccine, helping to ease any concerns individuals may have. More than 100 health care providers statewide will offer the vaccine, including UConn Health and Hartford Healthcare, with more locations and a map of all locations to be made available in coming weeks. 

In addition, if you have a MyChartPlus account through Hartford Healthcare, you may schedule a clinic appointment through Hartford Healthcare that is convenient for you. You may register at: 

https://mychartplus.org/mychart/accesscheck.asp 

If you would prefer to schedule your appointment by phone, call the Hartford HealthCare Access Center at 860.827.7690 or toll-free at 833.943.5721. 

All vaccinations are offered by appointment; people must first register through one of the systems listed above to secure an appointment. Vaccine supply remains limited and patience is requested. 

 

 401 W. Thames St., Ste. 106, Norwich, CT 06360
Telephone No. (860) 823-1189 FAX No. (860) 887-7898
E-Mail: doh@uncashd.org
Internet: www.uncashd.org 

Thursday, February 18th- Walk-through Take-out LUNCHEON

Time: 11:30am

SOUPER BOWL

Cream of Broccoli in a Bread Bowl

Dessert

$5.00

ORDERS MUST BE PLACED NO LATER THAN February 10th

MASKS & 6’ SOCIAL DISTANCE REQUIRED

ENTER THROUGH FRONT DOOR AND EXIT THROUGH BACK LIBRARY DOOR

Senior Staff and Contact Information

East Lyme Senior Center                 860-739-5859
37 Society Road, Niantic, CT 06357

Director: Cathy Wilson

cwilson@eltownhall.com

Program Coordinator: Candy Heikkinen

cheikkinen@eltownhall.com

Senior Center Associate: Jane Bowen

jbowen@eltownhall.com

Transportation Team:

Roxanne Kormos

John Hallissey

Melissa Victor

Joe Savoie

 

Thursday, February 16th at 1pm- PET PARTY VIA ZOOM

Who do you love the most!! Your pet of course!

Join us on Zoom to share your pet with your friends from the Senior Center.

Everyone is invited, even if you don’t own a pet.

We miss you and would love to see you and your cute furry friend.

Register with the Senior Center to get your Zoom invitation.

 

ENERGY ASSISTANCE- 2021

The Senior & Social Services Offices will be handling applications for Energy Assistance in a new manner. Appointments for applications will begin in October, 2020, assistance from TVCCA will start in November 2020. The program runs until March 30, 2021. Appointments will be made in a “drive up” manner. We will explain beforehand all of the items you need to bring and at your appointed time, run out to the car to get documentation. We will copy, do application and bring back out for out for you to sign. The Town of Montville Senior & Social Services Department has a partnership with various energy organizations and can take application directly for each program. Please call for you appointment. All income/assets from current year are needed. Please do not miss out on these programs, call to see if you qualify and/or to make an appointment! Please call #860-848-0422 to sign up.