Category: Services

Live Well with Diabetes

Posted on February 3, 2021 by Norwich

In Home Version!  All you Need is a Telephone! 

Live Well with Diabetes is a toolkit and program through Senior Resources that you do in the comfort of your own home without having to use any technology beyond a telephone.

FREE Active Living Everyday toolkit includes a Living a Healthy Life Book and Exercise & Relaxation CD.

A new 6-week workshop starts every month!

Participants will learn about:

  • What to eat
  • Low and High blood sugar
  • Tips for dealing with stress
  • Foot care
  • Sick day guidelines
  • How to set small and achievable goals

For more information, contact Lori Rygielski, Senior Resources Regional Coordinator LRygielski@seniorresourcesec.org  OR  (860) 887-3561 ext. 127

Sponsored by the Connecticut Department of Public Health, the Department of Aging & Disability Services, and Senior Resources Agency on Aging.

 

Connecticut Residents 75 and Older Can Register for COVID-19 Vaccine Information

Posted on February 3, 2021 by Lisbon

If you need help to sign up please contact Karen Washington at 860-376-2329.

UNCAS Health District Press Report & Scheduling Links

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 Connecticut Residents 75 and Older Can Register for COVID-19 Vaccine 

The state’s COVID-19 vaccination efforts have now expanded to phase 1b, and as a result, Connecticut residents who are 75 years or older now qualify to receive vaccines. 

Due to limited supply of the vaccine, registering through an online or phone system will be necessary. The state’s Vaccine Administration Management System is now open for registration submission. Those over the age of 75, or their loved ones, are asked to submit applications through the online web portal. 

https://dphsubmissions.ct.gov/OnlineVaccine 

When accepted into the registration portal, individuals will receive emails informing them of the next steps necessary in the scheduling process. 

For those in the age group who lack computer access or knowledge, they can also call: 877.918.2224 Monday – Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. 

There may be an initial delay in scheduling access, but as the state actively enrolls providers and staff, it is expected for that access to rapidly grow in coming weeks. All information submitted through VAMS will be kept private. The link to VAMS also contains an extensive list of frequently asked questions about the COVID-19 vaccine, helping to ease any concerns individuals may have. More than 100 health care providers statewide will offer the vaccine, including UConn Health and Hartford Healthcare, with more locations and a map of all locations to be made available in coming weeks. 

In addition, if you have a MyChartPlus account through Hartford Healthcare, you may schedule a clinic appointment through Hartford Healthcare that is convenient for you. You may register at: 

https://mychartplus.org/mychart/accesscheck.asp 

If you would prefer to schedule your appointment by phone, call the Hartford HealthCare Access Center at 860.827.7690 or toll-free at 833.943.5721. 

All vaccinations are offered by appointment; people must first register through one of the systems listed above to secure an appointment. Vaccine supply remains limited and patience is requested. 

 

 401 W. Thames St., Ste. 106, Norwich, CT 06360
Telephone No. (860) 823-1189 FAX No. (860) 887-7898
E-Mail: doh@uncashd.org
Internet: www.uncashd.org 

Inclement Weather Notice

Posted on February 3, 2021 by Norwich

The Senior Center is currently closed to the public. 

We are currently offering transportation to doctor appointments and grocery shopping. 

PLEASE NOTE:

If the area experiences bad weather – transportation to doctor appointments or grocery shopping may be cancelled.

Weather related cancellations and closings are posted on

WFSB TV Channel 3, WICH-1310AM or WCTY-97.7 FM radio stations.

**We are listed as ROSE CITY SENIOR CENTER for cancellations and closings.**

 

 

GROTON SENIOR CENTER TRANSPORTATION

Posted on January 3, 2021 by Groton

Due to the continued COVID19 crisis, transportation by Groton Senior Center will still be very limited. GSC medical and shopping transportation will continue as they have throughout the pandemic. Safety measures are required on all rides– face masks and safe distancing will be required. In addition, to maintain social distancing protocol the number of passengers/riders are limited for these services currently.
Transportation to and from our center will only resume when we are fully staffed again. We are looking out for the health and safety of not only our patrons but also our staff. Thank you for your support in this matter.
The center has continued to offer Medical, Shopping and Bank runs during the pandemic. All persons getting on the van are screened for symptoms before boarding the bus. Everyone must wear a mask when on the bus. The bus is cleaned regularly by the drivers as people disembark off the bus. Everyone’s health and safety is kept in mind with transportation.
Any concerns or questions? For more information or a detailed flyer of our transportation program please call (860)441-6785 Monday – Friday 1– 4 pm. *Please be aware that GSC does not provide assistance to and from the vehicle.

New to Medicare Virtual Presentation

Posted on January 3, 2021 by Norwich

Offered by Senior Resources Agency on Aging

Know your Medicare options.  Choose a date that works for you!

February 2nd   2:00p.m.     

March 2nd   5:00p.m.     

April 6th   10:00a.m.

Session includes:

  • Enrollment—Know when to enroll to avoid penalties
  • Medicare options
  • Make Medicare affordable—Medicare financial assistance programs

To register for one of the ZOOM presentations, visit www.seniorresourcesec.org

 

City of Norwich Alerts & Notifications

Posted on January 3, 2021 by Norwich

You can sign up on the City of Norwich website to receive emails or texts of City related alerts and notifications.  This includes being notified of emergency alerts or closure of City Hall along with being able to sign up for tax payment reminders, budget and agenda information, City Calendar updates and more.  You choose what alerts or notifications you would like to be sent.

If you are interested in signing up to receive alerts or notifications,

please follow the sign up information below.  

  1. On the City of Norwich homepage (www.norwichct.org) click on “Notify Me” (found on the right side

middle of the page).

  1. If this is your first time signing up for alerts or notifications, enter your email (and cell phone for text alerts). To complete the user set-up, you will receive a confirmation email and/or text that you will need to respond to.  If you have previously signed up for alerts or notifications, sign-in with your email to make changes or updates.
  2. Choose which alerts and notifications you would like to receive.
  3. For each alert or notification you select, you will receive a confirmation email or text that you will

also need to respond to confirm your selections.

You are able to change, update or cancel your alerts and notifications at anytime by going to the “Notify Me” on the City’s website and entering your email to make changes.

 

Senior Center- Time Table for Re-Opening

Posted on January 3, 2021 by East Lyme

At this time, there is no time table for re-opening the Senior Center. Updates on our status will be posted on the East Lyme Town Hall website –  www.eltownhall.com, and the East Lyme Senior Center page on the SECT regional senior center website –  www.seniorcenterct.org, our Facebook page and on the Senior Center answering machine.

 

 

Email Address Send me your email address and stay up-to-date with any changes.

Posted on January 1, 2021 by Norwich

During this time it is difficult to contact all Senior Center Members using one form of communication.  If you would like to be contacted by email about updates and information

about the Senior Center during our closure, please send me your email address.  Although we are uncertain at this point of when we will be reopening and the changes that will be in place once we do, we will email you as soon as we have definite information in place.

Please send Hilary a quick email to be included on our email list.

hsandberg@cityofnorwich.org