Category: Services

Barbara Boiselle LPN of Harford Healthcare Community Health provides preventative screenings, disease specific education, medication education, and care coordination to Norwich seniors (age 55 and older). Barbara is at Rose City Senior Center on Mondays and Thursdays and in the community at various Norwich senior housing locations on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays.

Barbara is focused on screenings, education, and referrals only, and will not provide any active treatment. She will record vitals and can provide testing as needed. Barbara can also help with scheduling physician appointments, as well as medication refills and concerns.

Appointments are needed. To schedule an appointment with Nurse Barbara LPN,

Call: (860) 889-8331 x6416 or Email: Barbara.Boiselle@HHChealth.org

June Blood Pressure Screenings

Posted on May 30, 2024 by Preston

Uncas Health District Mobile Van will be at the Preston Senior Center on
Monday, June 10th from 12:45 – 1:45 p.m. No appointments are necessary and it is a first come first serve basis. We apologize for the cancellation of the May 13th screening as illness of Uncas staff caused the need to cancel. For future screenings, you are encouraged to contact the senior center, on clinic day, to verify the schedule. The telephone number is 860-889-0770. We look forward to seeing you on Monday, June 10th

June TVCCA Cafe Menu

Posted on May 30, 2024 by Preston

The Preston Senior Center participates in a weekly Café program through
the TVCCA Elderly Nutrition Program. We are open on Monday’s (except holidays and inclement weather) and serve lunch at 11:30 a.m. Reservations are necessary and we ask that you call one week in advance of your planned participation. You may also sign-up in person at the senior center on Monday (9-1), Tuesday and Thursday (1-4) or by calling 860-889-0770 to make a reservation. There is a suggested donation of $3.00 for persons 60 years of age and older. Persons younger than 60 are welcome but a fee will be charged for their participation.

June Menu:
June 3rd: Stuffed Chicken Cordon Bleu, Rice Pilaf, Mixed Vegetables Medley, Sweet Treat, Orange Juice, Bread, Margarine and Beverage.
June 10th: Salisbury Steak w/gravy, Parsley Steamed Potatoes, Corn w/Peppers & Onions, Fresh Orange, Bread, Margarine and Beverage.
June 17th: BBQ Pulled Pork w/Bun, Baked Beans, Green & Yellow Squash, Diced Peaches, Bread, Margarine and Beverage.
June 24th: Baked Cod w/Herbs & Tomatoes, Roasted Garlic Rice, Broccoli, Tropical Fruit Cup, Bread, Margarine and Beverage.

Please remember to register in advance for the meal. Thank You.

June Food Distribution

Posted on May 30, 2024 by Preston

Friday, June 7th is the next day that we’ll be at the senior center, 42 Long
Society Road from 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. for our food distribution. United
Community & Family Services staff work diligently to bring non-perishable food
items to our community and its all free. They also provide a variety of perishable
items, when available, such as meats, vegetables, fruit, milk, etc. until supplies run out. The program is open to residents and non-residents alike. All are welcome.

We also have local agencies provide flyers for your use on timely topics such
as energy assistance. Uncas Health District Mobile van is a constant resource
providing information on tics, health alerts plus the nurses make themselves
available to answer questions/concerns which you may have.

Unfortunately, due to the July 4th holiday, there will be no distribution on
Friday, July 5th. United Community & Family Services will not be able to provide us with a make-up date during July, sorry! See you on August 2nd