Category: Resources

Ledge Light Health District Offers COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic- Monday, May 23rd from 2:00-4:00pm

Posted on May 2, 2022 by East Lyme

Ledge Light Health District will host a COVID-19 vaccine clinic at the East Lyme Senior Center. Only the Moderna vaccine will be available at this clinic for individuals 18 years or older who need a 1st or 2nd dose (primary series) or are eligible for a 1st or 2nd booster dose.

The following groups are eligible for a 1st booster shot at this clinic:
• individuals 18 years of age & older who have completed a primary series of a mRNA COVID-19 vaccine (Moderna or Pfizer) and it has been at least 5 months since completion of primary series.
• individuals 18 years of age & older who have had a primary dose of Janssen COVID-19 vaccine and it has been at least 2 months and would like a mRNA booster.

The following groups are eligible for a 2nd booster shot at this clinic:
• individuals 50 years of age & older who have received a first booster dose of any authorized or approved COVID-19 vaccine and it has been at least 4 months since first booster dose.

All clinics are free and open to the public. No appointment, insurance, or ID is necessary. Please bring your CDC vaccination card if you have one.

SHRED DAY – Saturday, May 14th from 9:00-12:00PM

Posted on May 2, 2022 by East Lyme

Sponsored by the ELPBA,
Niantic/East Lyme Residents Only
Please have your ID ready and limit the amount of documents
to be shredded to 2 banker boxes.

Food donations will be accepted for Care & Share. Consider donating any unexpired, unopened, nonperishable food items.

SENIOR & DISABLED HOMEOWERS’ TAX RELIEF -2022

Posted on April 29, 2022 by East Lyme

The State of CT offers a property tax relief program for Elderly & totally Disabled homeowners’ who reside in the town of East Lyme. The homeowner must be at least 65 at the close of 2021 or be
receiving 100% disability benefits from Social Security. The homeowner must occupy the property as their principal residence and not be receiving tax relief benefits from any other town or state.
Income limits for the 2021 calendar cannot exceed $38,100 fir a single individual or $46,400 for married couples. These amounts include gross Social Security payments.

The Town of East Lyme provides an additional tax relief for the Elderly & totally Disabled homeowner. That income limit, which includes gross income and Social Security, is $45,800 regardless of marital status.

For further information about the above programs, please contact the Assessor’s Office located in the East Lyme Town Hall. Or call the Assessor’s Office at 860-739-6931 and press #6.

Registration Information for Spring Session April 4th – June 24th

Posted on April 29, 2022 by East Lyme

Registration is now open for fitness, music, arts, and games. You can register in person, online or over the phone. Registrations are not guaranteed until we receive payment.

NOW ACCEPTING CREDIT CARDS  We are now accepting credit cards in person or by phone. A convenience fee of 2.5% or a minimum of $2.00 will be charged on every transaction.  If  registering online for a program or trip, you will need to call the office by the next day to process your credit card payment.

Elderly and Totally Disabled Homeowner Program -2022

Posted on April 28, 2022 by Preston

As a reminder, the application deadline for the Elderly and Totally Disabled Homeowner Program is May 15th. Although it may seem like a long way away, time has the ability of creeping up and before you know it, you’ve missed the deadline. The telephone number of the Senior Affairs Office is 860-887-5581 ext. 6 to schedule an appointment to file your application.

TVCCA Meals on Wheels

Posted on April 28, 2022 by Lisbon

If you are unable to leave your home you can start receiving Meals-on-Wheels. 

Contact TVCCA at 860-934-1006 to get set up

FROM THE DESK OF MARY JO RILEY- THRIVE55+ SUPERVISOR

Posted on April 27, 2022 by Groton

Breath in That Fresh Air
Now that we are experience that warmer spring weather, have you thought about taking
your activities outdoors again? During Covid, Thrive55+ staff did many programs
planned for the outdoors and we encouraged everyone to get outside. Why are we still
doing that? Check out the five reasons below:
• Lowers your blood pressure and reduces stress — Spending time walking among or
simply looking at trees lowers blood pressure and reduces the stress-related hormones cortisol and adrenaline.
• Improves mood — Researchers have found that nature simply makes us happy. Anxiety, depression and anger
are notably decreased after spending time outdoors.
• Improves focus — Studies show that both adults and children who have difficulties focusing or controlling
impulses are better able to concentrate after being in nature. The natural world allows our brains to take a
break from all that mentally drains us, and even reduces symptoms of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
(ADHD).
• Supports graceful aging — According to a study in the Journal of Aging and Health, adults over 70 who spent
time outdoors experienced fewer sleep difficulties, complained less about aches and pains, and enjoyed
improved mobility and ability to perform daily activities.
• Helps us heal quicker — Illness and surgery can be painful and frightening, which can increase stress and slow
healing. However, researchers discovered that patients who spent time outdoors during their recovery required
fewer painkillers, had fewer complications and experienced shorter hospital stays.

Now read through Discover 55+ and look for our outdoor programs like the OATs program, Tai Chi which goes
outdoors in good weather, Sunset Serenades, Club 55+ Flea Market and more. So breath in that fresh air and get
the benefits of being outdoors!

Active Living EXPO- Wednesday, May 11th

Posted on April 27, 2022 by Groton

Our ever popular ACTIVE LIVING EXPO is taking place this year on Wednesday, May 11th 10 am to 1 pm.  This is FREE and open to anyone to attend!

TECHNOLOGY HELP FOR YOU

Posted on April 27, 2022 by Groton

TECHNOLOGY HELP FOR YOU
Need help with your laptop, tablet, smart phone? Maybe you just need a refresher in
Excel or need a little reminder with your Mac? We have you covered! Let us know what
your need is and we will match you up with one of our awesome Technology Center
volunteers.
We do ONE-ON-ONE appointments for anyone 55 and older. We listen to your needs
and work at your pace. We have added to our amazing volunteers—we have several new
faces who can help with various technology needs. Please call so we can best match you
up and schedule an appointment- you are important to us. Please call 860-445-1057 to
make an appointment in person or virtually with our GSC Technology Center.
TECH TALK program –
join us for weekly insights on current Tech trends – Thursdays at 9 am. Drop in!