Category: Programs

You can enroll or change health coverage for 2021

December 7, 2020- Open Enrollment Ends

This is the last day you can enroll or change health coverage for 2021*.

January 1, 2021- Date New Coverage Starts

Whenever you enroll or make changes during Open Enrollment, your new coverage won’t start until January 1, 2021.

*You may be able to make additional changes after Open Enrollment if you qualify for a Special Enrollment Period. Ask CHOICES for more information. If you need  to make changes after Open Enrollment ends.

We are still offering rides for needed doctor appointments and help with grocery shopping.

Outreach Administrator Carolyn and Program Administrator Hilary are available to assist you.  If you need to contact either one, please call the Senior Center and leave a message on their voicemail.

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

We will do our best to keep you up to date on changes.

If you have a question or are looking for services or resources to help you,

please contact us at (860) 889-5960.

Menu: Turkey * Potatoes * Stuffing * Vegetable Cranberry Sauce * Dessert * Drink
Cost: $5
MASKS & 6’ SOCIAL DISTANCE REQUIRED ENTER THROUGH FRONT DOOR AND EXIT THROUGH BACK LIBRARY DOOR

Call 860-376-2329 to sign up

Your United Way and key agencies partners are working together to respond to the growing needs of households we call ALICE (Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed) as the economic consequences of the COVID-19 Pandemic become more dire by the day. These are our neighbors who already live paycheck to paycheck, and their lack of financial cushion make them particularly vulnerable to the rapidly changing scenario our country now faces. Funds were made possible through generous donations.

The United Way of Southeastern Connecticut’s Alice Relief Fund provides support directly to households who are in the below ALICE income ranges and have lost a job or wages due to the COVID – 19 Pandemic. Those who qualify may
receive a $200.00 mobile cash card for use at most online retailers and stores that accept mobile payment. For additional information concerning the United Way Alice Relief Fund, please contact TVCCA, 401 W. Thames St., Norwich. Phone 860-425-6629 or 860-425-6575.

Turkey Chase  November 13 –15, 2020

A Selfie Scavenger Hunt- We provide the clues—you provide the selfies!

Groton Senior Center will provide clues that lead up to finding the 10 destination sites in Groton.  Find the marker site then take your selfie shot with it. 

Winners will be awarded:

A Frozen Turkey

1st place -earliest time stamp

2nd place – funniest photos

3rd place- most creative photos.

Register by Friday, November 13.  You will receive the clues for the Turkey Chase Upon registration.

Send selfies/ photos to tstanley@groton-ct.gov  by Sunday, November 15 at 11:59 pm.

We are looking for donations of OUTDOOR string lights & holiday displays.

“Why?” you may ask- because we are holding a DECK THE HALLS event yet this time OUTSIDE. 

DECK THE HALLS CELEBRATION will be November 20th   1:00– 4:00 pm.  This event is hosted by Groton Senior Center & Groton Public Library.

What a great way to get into the holiday spirit! Please join us for decorating fun, joyful times and enjoy our hot  cocoa, carolers and craft vendors. We have holiday guests and more!

Come outside and help the Groton Public Library and Groton Senior Center deck our halls for the holidays! You can lend a hand stringing lights, setting up festive inflatables, and hanging wreaths, or just stop by to support the local crafters, artists and vendors who will be on site selling their wares. There will knitted items, stained glass, vintage paper products, holiday masks, fine art photography, cloth bags, beeswax wraps, sauces and seasonings, jewelry, skin and nail care products, wood working, gnomes, hand bags, gourds, clay and felt ornaments and much, much more! There will be food, music, and a special appearance by The Grinch, as well as family activities and door prizes.

Don’t miss this festive, socially-distanced kick off to the holiday season!

Travel with us virtually on Zoom

 Tuesday, October 20,2020

 1:45p.m.-3:00p.m.

Senior Learning Presents: Stories from the Tamil Diaspora

Program Description: What does it look like when worlds collide and create new communities? “Stories from the Tamil Diaspora” traces a Singaporean Tamil family’s history back to Tamil Nadu, India, in the early 20th century. The presenter shares experiences of British colonialism, Tamil performing arts practices, and Singapore’s transition from colony to an independent, multicultural, and global nation. Participants will gain intimate insight into Singaporean culture, much of which is reflected in its cuisines. Through storytelling, participants are invited to personally engage with global cultures, re-imagine past histories, and discuss positive futures.

Did you know you can check out our Bi monthly newsletter online too?  You can even subscribe to it!  Yup! It is easy peasy.

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