Visiting Nurses Association will offer a drive thru flu shot clinic at Groton Senior Center Wednesday, September 23, 9 am to 11 am.
Category: Programs
Patience
It has been months since our center was open to the public. As we keep moving safely through this pandemic let us keep in mind that one day in mid March, without any real warning, we were instructed to close our doors. Just like us, schools and many businesses also just closed.
This happened to all of us. Our community here at Groton Senior Center, our local community and our families near and far. Let that sink in. Though at times it may feel like it is just you going through these hard times. We all lost sudden contact with one another. Our children and grandchildren were affected. Our parents were affected. Sigh, those admitted to hospitals weren’t allowed to have any one to sit with them. Our health, finances and even spiritual outlets were all compromised. Is it any wonder that almost six months later we are less patient with one another?
Whatever doors were closed to you, it is important to remember PATIENCE. We all have been struggling. We too want to be open again. We too want “normal” again. We too are anxious, antsy and a bit of everything in between. As we eventually do head back to normal, our patience is being tested all over again. Patience. May it be one of your strongest characteristics.
September 2020 Combined Calendar
Click on the link below to access the calendar:
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 16th from 6:00 PM TO 7:30 PM- ENTERTAINMENT UNDER THE STARS II
PLEASE JOIN US FOR SAFELY
DISTANCED OUTDOOR CONCERT AT
GROTON SENIOR CENTER BACK PARKING LOT.
$5 PER VEHICLE
EACH VEHICLES PARTY WILL BE DESIGNATED
A SAFELY DISTANCED AREA (PARKING SPACE)
FOR YOU TO SET UP CHAIRS, IT IS CARRY IN, CARRY OUT PLEASE VEHICLES WILL NOT BE PARKED NEAR SPECTATORS.
– FOOD TRUCKS –
JOSE PAULO – LIVE PERFOMANCE
REGISTRATION NEEDED AT 860-441-6785
Food Distribution
Hosted by UCFS Healthcare (United Community Family Services) in
partnership with United Way Gemma Moran Food Pantry, we will be scheduling a
Mobile Food Pantry on the following dates:
Friday, August 14, 2020 from 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Friday, August 28, 2020 from 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Both distribution dates will be held at the Preston Senior Center, 42 Long
Society Road, Preston. Registrations are not required for this program and it is a
No Contact Drive thru!
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, we do ask that all participants wear a facial
mask during the distribution. If you have any questions, please contact the Senior
Affairs Office at 860-887-5581 extension 6.
Renters Rebate of Elderly and Totally Disabled Program:
Applications for the Renter’s Rebate Program continue to be processed for
Preston residents. Currently , persons interested in applying for the program are
requested to utilize the blue “drop box” located at the front entrance to the
Preston Town Hall, 389 Route 2, Preston. (place all of your documents in a sealed
envelope which is marked “attention Fran” on the face of the envelope. Please
include a working telephone number which you can be contacted at, should
questions arise.
Applicants must provide proof of rent and utilities payments during the
2019 calendar year. Qualifying income guidelines are $37,000.00 for unmarried
individuals and $45,100.00 for a married couple. If you are interested in applying
for the program or have questions concerning the process, please contact the
Senior Affairs Office at 860-887-5581 ext. 6. Application deadline is October 1st
SEPTEMBER 24th- BREAKFAST FOR DINNER!
OUR NEXT FREE GRAB-AND-GO/DELIVERED MEMBERS MEAL!
Blueberry Pancakes, Hash Brown Patty, Sausage & Fruit
Call the center to sign up! 860-376-2604
SEPTEMBER ZOOM MEETINGS! Every Wacky Wednesday
Join us every Wednesday in September at 12:30 pm. You will get to talk to your friends & have some fun. If you have a smart phone or home computer you can join in!
SEPTEMBER 2nd— How are you doing? We want to hear from you.
SEPTEMBER 9th — Mind Aerobics
SEPTEMBER 16th — Tic Tac Toe Game
SEPTEMBER 23rd — Mind Aerobics
SEPTEMBER 30th — Name That Tune
SEPTEMBER IS WORLD ALZHEIMER’S MONTH
On Saturday, September 26th, Tina, Joanne & Lisa will be walking in memory of our members who have suffered. If you would like to donate toward our walk, please send your donation to Griswold Senior Center by Monday, September 11th. Make checks payable to the Alzheimer’s Association.
LET’S END ALZHEIMER’S TOGETHER
Thank you!
SENIOR FARMERS’ MARKET NUTRITION PROGRAM
2020 Eligibility and Information
If you are 60 or older, you may be eligible to receive vouchers in the amount of $18 for use at
our local farmers’ markets. The packet includes 6 “checks” for $3 each = $18pp.
The items available for purchase are:
Fruits Vegetables Fresh Cut Herbs Honey from certified CT Grown Farms
These items would have to be purchased at designated Farmer Markets or farms stands from August through
October 2020. There is no cash value to these coupons – farmers cannot provide change. One packet of
vouchers per person, per season only. You cannot receive vouchers from multiple service agencies.
If you are a married couple, each person gets a packet.
The maximum household income is $23,060 per year for a household of 1
or $31,894 per year for a household of 2.
To apply, contact the Senior Center at 860-739-5859. When you call, you should
have your monthly income figure available. Additionally, we will want to know if you
plan on doing the shopping or if you are going to send someone.