Category: Services

Senior Center & Senior Club News

Posted on January 1, 2024 by Montville

The Montville Senior Center and the Montville Senior Club are now one entity. In the past, the Club dues were $10.00 yearly and there was no charge for Center dues. To make things much less complicated and more efficient, there is only one membership—the Montville SENIOR CENTER MEMBERSHIP. The annual membership dues are $25.00. (I am certainly able to work with any senior that cannot afford the membership dues, please come see me—we can
absolutely work this out) Though most folks have not had any issues, few have made indirect comments so I wanted to remind everyone the Montville is one of the only centers in our area and very few throughout our state that does not charge for most of our classes and programs. I spend a great deal of time writing grants and my dedicated staff and volunteers work very hard on all of our fundraisers so that we can offer these programs for free. The dinners that we have and our lunch program are fundraisers so that all of our seniors can participate in the programs without concern of being able to afford them.

For a quick breakdown:
$25.00 year = $2.08 a month = $0.48 a week = $0.06 a day

VS.

Instructors for one month range between = $200—$1,000 (per classes or programs) we presently offer over 30 programs (and can participate in all or some or none) seniors can also come down for coffee & pastry every morning (no additional charge), lunch daily ($1.00 donation request to help us off set items needed), socialization, health programs, computer use, library & more.

Please feel free to contact me with any questions, I am more than happy to address!

Senior Center Library Information

Posted on December 31, 2023 by Norwich

Borrowing Procedures & Donations

Rose City Senior Center Members can borrow books as follows:

  • Take books from shelves only. Please do not take books from baskets or boxes.
  • Take what books you want to read and return them as soon as you have finished with them.
  • Please place returned books in wicker baskets located in the Library.

The library is happy to accept donations as long as the books are:

  • Published within the last 4 years.
  • Clean with no stains or odors, and in new or nearly new condition.
  • Mysteries, Fiction, Romance, Large Print, Autobiographies, Biographies, or Non-Fiction.

PLEASE DO NOT donate books that are mildewed, missing pages, dirty, smell or stained.

 

Clothing, Shoes, & Accessories Drop Bin

Posted on December 31, 2023 by Norwich

A clothing, shoes & accessories drop bin is now located in our parking lot (right side of building).  This bin is run by the organization, Apparel Impact, whose goal is to keep textiles out of landfills and increase community outreach by providing donated items to those in need.

Their main priority is to reuse and upcycle donated items, but items donated that are damaged and unwearable are downcycled into other products such as carpet, insulation and rags.  Drop bins located in Norwich have the potential of reducing 276 TONS of textiles from Norwich landfills annually!

Please keep in mind that Rose City Senior Center does not accept donations of clothing & shoes.   These items should be brought directly to the Drop Bin and not brought into the Senior Center.   

For more information on Apparel Impact and acceptable items to donate,

Visit:  www.apparelimpact.com/norwichct

 

AARP Income Tax Assistance

Posted on December 31, 2023 by Norwich

If you wish to have your taxes done, starting at 9:00 a.m. on January 2nd please call the Senior Center or stop by the reception desk to schedule an appointment.  Appointments are available Tuesdays or Thursdays starting in February through early April.

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 book up quickly!  Call (860) 889-5960 

 

Footcare Clinic with Dr. Walter

Posted on December 31, 2023 by Griswold

You must call to schedule an appointment

Wednesday,  January 31st

 

Healthy feet are happy feet.

 

United Way Food Distribution

Posted on December 31, 2023 by Griswold

The United Way Food Distribution has moved to Griswold Public Works, 1148 Voluntown Rd

 Thursday, January 18th

4 pm to 5:30 pm or  we run out!

 

AARP Tax Preparation

Posted on December 31, 2023 by Griswold

 

AARP Tax Assistant Program offers free tax preparation to anyone of any age– especially if you are 50 or older or can’t afford paid tax preparation.

Please call to schedule an appointment with a AARP Tax      Assistant  volunteer. 

 

2024 Membership Dues

Posted on December 31, 2023 by Griswold

Starting January 1st, our membership dues will be $10.00 a year. That’s less than $1 a month! Please keep in mind that while dues are not a  requirement for participation in our programs, these monies help support the programs at the senior center.  Thank you for your support.

 

CHOICES Medicare Counseling

Posted on December 31, 2023 by East Lyme

A CHOICES counselor is available to help Connecticut’s older adults and persons with disabilities understand their Medicare coverage and healthcare options. CHOICES provides counseling on all types of Medicare and related insurances, including Medicare Part A, Part B, Part D, and Medicare Advantage. CHOICES counselors can help Medicare beneficiaries understand their Medicare Part D (prescription drug) options and can help them select the Prescription Drug Plan that best suits their individual situation.

Contact the Senior Center to schedule an appointment.

January Services

Posted on December 30, 2023 by East Lyme

 

HEARING CLINIC AUDIOLOGY CONCIERGE -Nancy Jablonski

Thu, Jan 4th from 11am to 1pm at the Senior Center. 20 minute appointments start at 11am. Free hearing test, a hearing aid check, wax inspection, and listening demos. Register with the Senior Center.

 

VNASC NURSE MANAGED FOOT CLINIC

Thu, Jan 11th from 12:15pm to 3:45pm. Routine foot care provided for a fee – $10pp. Appointment required. No diabetics please. Payment due at time of service.

REFLEXOLOGY
The massage will be about 20 minutes which includes a foot soak by a
Massage Therapist. $22pp upon registration. Thu, Jan 4th. Appointments start at 12:30pm.

MANICURE – Sponsored by Pretty Nails and Spa, Tue, Jan 9th & Jan 23rd.
Starts at 8:15am. 15 minute appointments $5pp – Cut, file, shape, and polish.

HAIRCUTS
Haircuts by appointment offered on Thu, Jan 25th. 9:30AM – 1PM, Every 20 minutes. Cost is $15 per person

MASSAGE THERAPY
Massages (with clothes on) to be offered. You can reserve a 25 minute appointment for $33 or a 50 minute appointment for $66. Wed, Jan 10th & 24th from 12:30pm to 3:30pm and Thu, Jan 18th, 10am – 1pm. Register with the Senior Center. 48 hours – cancellation. Wear comfortable clothing. Payment is due at time of reservation.