We’re happy to announce that our Luncheon and Volunteer Reading Program will begin on Wednesday, November 20TH and continue on Wednesday, December 18th. The Volunteer Reading Program will begin at 10:30 a.m. . Lunch will be served at 11:00 a.m. Please register for the program of choice. Phone 860-887-5581 ext. 6 or a sign-up sheet is available at the Preston Senior Center. The menu for the November luncheon has not been determined at this date.
Category: Programs
Wednesday, October 16th- Annual Flu – Pneumonia – Shingles Clinic
As a reminder, Wednesday, October 16th is the date of our annual clinic. Persons who have registered for the clinic will have received written correspondence regarding the event or in some cases, personal contact or a telephone call. We will have a volunteer assisting with the parking arrangements. Handicapped parking is available in the rear of the building. If you need to use a wheelchair, please call the Senior Affairs Office in advance of clinic day to ensure that one will be available for you. We ask that if possible, that you remain with us for 10 to 15 minutes to ensure that you do not encounter any adverse reaction to the injections. This will give you a great opportunity to visit with friends and neighbors and partake in a light refreshment.
First Ladies: An Adventure in Glamour, Guts and Gumption.
Wednesday, November 13th at 1:00pm for First Ladies: An Adventure in Glamour, Guts & Gumption. Learn the personalities and adventures of the women who became the First Ladies of the United States. Who were they really? What made them tick? Did they love or loathe their role? Did they sink or swim navigating the complexities of politics, protocol and publicity, whether they did so willingly or not? The presentation is designed to be lively, humorous and engaging by weaving historical and modern events and facts about First Ladies to understand and appreciate the important role they play, starting with Martha Washington. Presenter Mariann Millard will be sharing her personal anecdotes as a Licensed DC Guide leading tours in DC. This will be judiciously used to enhance the First Lady experience. Join us for this free event. Please call (860) 434-4127 to register.
Lunch with Trooper Greg Hunter
Wednesday, November 13th at 11:30pm join us for our Officer for Lunch Program. We will welcome Resident Trooper Greg Hunter to eat lunch and visit with us.
18 Steps To Fall Proof Your Home
Tuesday, November 12th at 1:00pm for “18 Steps to Fall Proof your Home” presented by Care One Security representative Jeff Piscitelli. Did you know that 1 in 4 Americans aged 65+ falls every year? Fall are the leading cause of fatal and non-fatal injuries for older Americans. Come learn how through practical lifestyle adjustments, evidenced-based programs, and community partnerships, the number of falls can be reduced substantially
Country Line Dancing at Preston Plains Middle School- Mondays
Time: 5:00pm- 6:00pm
Age: 50+
Cost: $50.00 (7 week session)
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website for registration
Chair Yoga at Preston Public Library- Mondays
Cost- $36.00 for 1 sessioons
https://secure.rec1.com/CT/preston-ct-/catalog
website for registration
You could be our Club 55 Secretary for 2020
We Want You!
Club 55 is looking for interested individuals for Club secretary for 2020. Club 55 is run entirely by volunteers 55 and older. Interested? Contact a Club Officer by calling our front desk 860-441-6785 or come to the meeting to discuss what is involved.
Perspective On Africa: Past and Present
Friday, November 8th at 1:00pm for part 3 of our Current Lecture Series with Jared Day, PHD: Perspective on Africa: Past and Present. Long labeled a region in crisis, most of Africa has experienced remarkable growth and relative stability in recent decades. This lecture explores colonial and post-colonial trends in this part of the world, looking at why many countries
experienced so much adversity while others have made progress.
Enrollment is open for the Aging Mastery program® (AMP)
Groton Senior Center invites area residents to “Master Aging” With 8-Week Health and Wellness Progra
The Groton Senior Center is pleased to announce that enrollment is open for the Aging Mastery program® (AMP). AMP is a nationally recognized, fun and interactive class for adults 50 and older that encourages developing sustainable behaviors that lead to health improvements, stronger economic security, enhanced well-being and increased participation in society. The National Council on Aging (NCOA) created AMP to develop new expectations, norms and pathways for people aged 50-100 to make the most of their gift of longevity. AMP is coordinated in Connecticut by the Connecticut Healthy Living Collective and Connecticut Community Care.
Aging Mastery Program® classes explore navigating longer lives, physical activity, sleep, healthy eating and hydration, financial fitness, medication management, advanced planning, healthy relationships, falls prevention, and community engagement. For each of the classes, basic educational materials developed by highly trusted sources are provided, along with a checklist of potential next steps and a system for tracking behaviors. Participants will earn points for positive actions and rewards.
“NCOA is delighted to see that the Aging Mastery Program® in Connecticut fully supports our national research and that participants find the program fun and beneficial to their health,” said James Firman, President & CEO of NCOA. “It’s clear that residents here are taking their health care seriously and participating and recognizing that mastery of certain behaviors will lead to improved health, stronger financial security and overall well-being”.
Preliminary results from across the country show that after taking the 8 sessions, AMP participants significantly increased their physical activity levels, had healthier eating habits, increased their use of advanced planning, stayed more socially connected and participated in evidence-based self-management programs.
If you are interested in learning more about the program, please call the Groton Senior Center at 860-441-6623 or email colsen@groton.ct-gov. This program will begin Tuesday, October 22 2019 at 5:00 pm located at 102 Newtown Road, Groton , CT 06340