Category: Programs

Transportation Policy Update

Posted on April 1, 2020

Starting February 1, 2020:

Please call or visit our front desk to make all transportation reservations.

Please do not request future transportation appointments from your bus drivers on the bus, or anywhere other than at the front desk.

 

Over the Hill Hiking Group – Fri mornings beginning on April 9th

Posted on April 1, 2020 by East Lyme

All prospective hikers must call the Senior Center to register for each hike within seven days prior. There are no residency issues – we are looking for interested, enthusiastic folks.

Participants must follow guidelines specified on registration form. Hikers are to bring face coverings (mandatory), water, lunches, insect repellant, sunscreen and sturdy shoes. Group size is limited to fifteen people, first come first served, along with one or two leaders. All distances are  estimates and may be modified by the leaders based on conditions the day of the hike.

Hikes will be listed as easy, moderate or difficult. Anyone interested in a  difficult hike must have completed at least two of the moderate hikes before going on the difficult hike. Contact the Senior Center for a listing of the scheduled hikes.

If you are interested in hiking after 12:30pm on Fridays, contact the Senior Center. We can potentially create another group that prefers hiking in the afternoon.

In all instances, if you are sick or experiencing symptoms you are to stay home.
If you have been in contact with someone who was sick or experiencing symptoms you are to stay home.

Meals on Wheels

Posted on March 31, 2020 by Lisbon

If you are in need of Meals on Wheels you can get set up by calling 860-934-1006

Coronavirus (COVID-19): Tips for Dementia Caregivers

Posted on March 30, 2020 by Groton

Most likely, dementia does not increase risk for COVID-19, the respiratory illness caused by the new coronavirus, just like dementia does not increase risk for flu. However, dementia-related behaviors, increased age and common health conditions that often accompany dementia may increase risk.

Coronavirus (COVID-19): Tips for Dementia Caregivers https://www.alz.org/help-support/caregiving/coronavirus-(covid-19)-tips-for-dementia-care

 

COMMUNITY SHARE: Salvation Army offers Emotional and Spiritual Care HOTLINE

Posted on March 30, 2020 by Groton

The Salvation Army has introduced an Emotional and Spiritual Care Hotline for anyone in the US to call during the pandemic. Its hours of operation are 9:00 am to 9:00 pm EDT. By calling 844 458-HOPE (4673) trained Salvation Army Officers and employees are available to talk, advise, and above all pray for individuals, families and situations.

Anyone who is feeling lonely, isolated, or fearful of the coronavirus outbreak can call the hotline number to reach a friendly and reassuring voice.

Groton Senior Center 2020 Rescheduled Events,Trips and Programs

Posted on March 27, 2020 by Groton

The Groton Senior Center is currently closed to the public due to COVD19. In the meantime, our center will be providing limited transportation to medical appointments, shopping & the bank.  Staff is currently here working safely 8:30 am to 4:30 pm weekdays.  860-441-6785

< As the situation is very fluid, we will update the public as procedures are required to change. >

G.S.C. 2020 Events Effected:

  • March 14 Bakers Battle community event postponed TBA
  • March 19 Collette trip presentation on Nashville/Smokey Mtns. postponed to May 7 at 1 pm
  • March 25 Movie Matinee –  MIDWAY-  we will show it instead May 27
  • March 27 AARP Driving Safety course –  no new date yet. Next class is May 29
  • April 1st and 6th  4-5 pm Census – Completion Online Help  cancelled
  • April 2nd  – Bankers Life – Retirement and Medicare – rescheduled for July 7 at 1 pm
  • April 2 Michelle Dempsey talk on Title 19 – is being postponed to June 11th at 5: 30 pm
  • April 16 Imposter Fashion Show being postponed to this summer / TBA
  • April 23 HARLEM day trip postponed to Thursday, July 23rd
  • April 24 – Volunteer Sock Hop  Friday, June 19th

As soon as we have any updates, we will be posting them on our Town of Groton Senior Center Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/GrotonSC/

You can also call the hotline at 860-445-2989 for updates as well as the main desk at 860-441-6785

Current Events Series: US Education Policy

Posted on March 22, 2020 by Lyme / Old Lyme

Join us Wednesday, April 22nd at 1:00pm for Jared Day, PhD.  Current Events Series: US Education Policy. This lecture is free for all members and $10.00 if not a member.

Rock and Roll Concert

Posted on March 21, 2020 by Lyme / Old Lyme

Join us Tuesday, April 21st at 1:00pm  for a 50’s, 60’s and 70’s Rock and Roll Concert with Joe Mac and Dave Geisler.