Category: Programs

AARP Income Tax Assistance

Posted on January 24, 2024 by Norwich

Spots are filling up quickly!  Limited availability!

If you wish to have your taxes done by an AARP Foundation Tax-Aide volunteer, please call the Senior Center or stop by the reception desk to schedule an appointment.  Appointments are available on Tuesdays or Thursdays.

AARP Foundation Tax-Aide provides tax assistance free of charge, with a focus on taxpayers who are age 50 and older with low to moderate income.  Tax-Aide volunteers can help with most, but not all, tax returns.  If you have an extremely complicated return, Tax-Aide may not be able to help.

Do not wait, appointments are almost fully booked!  Call (860) 889-5960 

For more information on AARP Foundation Tax-Aide, Visit: taxaide.aarpfoundation.org

 

Ask Kate Anything!

Posted on January 24, 2024 by Norwich

Thursday, February 15th from 11:00-11:45am

 

Meet Norwich Human Services Director, Kate Milde

Kate wants to chat with you!  She values your feedback, suggestions, and ideas for how to enhance and continue the services offered by Norwich Human Services.

 

Lunchtime Valentine’s Day Music

Posted on January 24, 2024 by Norwich

Wednesday, February 14th at 11:45am 

 

Let’s celebrate Valentine’s Day! 

Valentine’s inspired music will be performed by Richard Tarryk during TVCCA lunch. 

If you would like to have lunch on this day, stop by the Dining Room between 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. and talk to Aaron.  You need to sign up for lunch at least 3 days in advance and paperwork is required to be filled out in order to sign up.  Suggested donation for lunch is $3.00 for seniors 60 and older.

TVCCA February 14th Meal: Crispy Cod Patty, Macaroni & Cheese, Vegetable Mix, Fruit Cup

 

Over The Hill Hiking Group February Hikes

Posted on January 23, 2024 by East Lyme

Feb 2 – Hartman Park
Lyme, Moderate
Deb & Barry

Feb 9 – Bluff Point
Groton, Easy
Cindy & Heidi

Feb 16 – Champlain North
Old Lyme, Difficult*
Gail

Feb 23 – Champlain South
Old Lyme, Difficult*
Gail

 

 Hikers from other towns are welcome to participate.
 Medium hikes may have a few hills, rocks or beach sand.
 *The difficult hike is more strenuous; participants must have completed two medium hikes with the group before enrolling into a difficult hike.

 All hikes are approximately three to four miles long, and will begin at 9:30 A.M.

 Hikers who wish to carpool should meet at East Lyme Senior Center at 9:00 A.M.

 Distances, locations and leaders are subject to change, if necessary.

 All hikers must register by Wednesday for each hike by
calling the East Lyme Senior Center – 860-739-5859.
 Hikers are to bring water and sturdy shoes; and lunch,
insect repellent and sunscreen if desired.

Cork Birds

Posted on January 23, 2024 by East Lyme

Thursday, February 15th at 11:00am

 

Let’s think warm thoughts in February by making some sea glass birds
perched on some wine cork pilings. All supplies will be included.
Feel free to bring your own corks or sea glass.

Cost is $15 pp. Registration begins Feb 1st. Register by Feb 13th.

Open Game Day

Posted on January 23, 2024 by East Lyme

Every Thursday from 9:00am-12:00pm (except the 3rd Thursday)

 

Games are an essential part of a healthy senior lifestyle. Playing games such as board games, bridge, bingo, and other card games help stimulate the mind and memory functions. Activities that stimulate cognitive reasoning help seniors stay healthy in their mental capacities, lessening to risk for memory loss and confusion. Stop by the Center and join others in playing one of our games or bring your favorite to the Center.

Registration is required.

CT Prescription Drug Discount Card Program

Posted on January 23, 2024 by East Lyme

Tuesday, February 6th at 10:00am

 

Governor Ned Lamont and Comptroller Sean Scanlon announced that a prescription drug discount card program is now available, enabling all residents of the state to receive savings on certain prescription drugs. Connecticut residents can sign up to receive savings on certain prescription drugs.

Representative Holly Cheeseman & Comptroller Sean Scanlon will explain how the program works.

Registration is now open. Register by Feb 2nd.

Valentine’s Lunch

Posted on January 23, 2024 by East Lyme

Friday, February 3rd at 12:30pm

 

Come join us for a lovely Valentine’s Day luncheon and feel the love in the air.
We will be serving Baked Ziti, Love Salad, Italian Bread and a sweet treat – something chocolate for sure!

Registration begins Feb 1st.
Please register by Feb 16th.

$8pp

February TVCCA Cafe Menu

Posted on January 23, 2024 by Preston

Our TVCCA Café Program for the month of February will include the
following menu selections:

Monday, February 5th: Sloppy Joe w/Bun, Tater Tots, Snap Peas, Sweet Treat. Grape Juice and Beverage.

Monday, February 12th: Beef Stroganoff, Penne Pasta, Broccoli, Diced Pears,
Bread, Margarine and Beverage

Monday, February 19th: Program Closed in celebration of President’s Day

Monday, February 26th: Country Fried Beef Steak, Buttermilk Mashed Potatoes, Corn w/Peppers & Onions, Fresh Fruit, Bread, Margarine and Beverage.

 

Lunch is served at 11:30 a.m. and registrations are necessary to participate
in the meal. There is a suggested donation request of $3.00 per person for
individuals 60 years of age and older. Persons under the age of 60 years are
welcome to attend but will be charged a fee to participate. Please make your
luncheon reservations a minimum of one week in advance of the date you plan on
attending. You can contact the Senior Affairs Office at 860-887-5581 ext. 6 or the
Preston Senior Center at 860-889-0770 to make your reservation. We look
forward to seeing you soon.

No Food Distribution Due to Storm Damage

Posted on January 23, 2024 by Preston

A lot of things have happened in the past few weeks to put a huge crimp on
our plans for conducting a food distribution during the months of February and
March. That last storm created a huge mess for Norwich and surrounding areas,
including the United Community & Family Services facility. When the Yantic River overflowed its banks, it traveled across the street to the UCFS building lower level where all of the food was stored! You can just imagine the devastation as the entire lower level needs to be torn out. Consequently, we will not be conducting food distributions during the month of February and probably the month of March. We will keep you posted as to the progress being made, fingers crossed and hopefully we can resume the program in April.

As an option for participants of our food distribution I would like to remind you of the Preston City Congregational Church Food Pantry. They distribute food on the 3rd Wednesday of each month between the hours of 10:00 a.m. and noon. The Preston City Congregational Church is located at 321 Route 164, Preston. All are welcome to participate.