Programs

Programs – The Senior Center plans events on a monthly basis. Below is a listing for what generally occurs. For more details on events not listed below, check the Calendar Section and/or the News Section.

Fitness – Participants can trial any class without obligation. Please notify the Senior Center office if you are trialing a class.

All participants are encouraged to participate at their level of fitness/comfort. Any physical concerns are to be addressed to your personal physician. Questions about modifying the routines are to be directed to your instructor. All instructors are CPR certified and qualified in the class they are teaching.

Classes are Session Based: These classes will have a specific start and end date. Class sessions typically run for 3 months.

Music Classes – Ukulele and Guitar lessons. Explore your creative side and challenge yourself mentally by learning to play an instrument. Beginner level is offered as well as more advanced classes. Loaner instrument is available if needed.

Education/Enrichment Classes – Learn new skills in the areas of the arts, technology, health and more. Through education develop and help maintain your mental abilities as well as enhance your self-esteem and creative needs. Explore and develop your interests.

Cards/GamesA variety of choices for group play and individual play. Promotes mental stimulation and provides for socialization. They stimulate memory, attention skills and have great social interaction which works on many parts of the brain. Our games programs include a variety of levels from basic to more challenging options.

Social Scene – The Senior Center plans, often with meals, events that are offered to provide socialization and entertainment. Any excuse for a party is considered whether it be to celebrate a national holiday or just to have some fun.

Health Services – These services are provided to help older adults age at home and stay as well as possible. Everyone is encouraged to take advantage of the programs.

Nutrition Services – The Senior Nutrition Program, administered by TVCCA, offers nutritious meals on Tuesday and Thursday at 11:45am. You must register for a lunch at least 24 hours in advance.

    Over the Hill Hiking Group November Hike

    9:30am Start Time

    Nov 24 – Merritt/Mortimer Nature Preserve

    Groton
    Moderate
    Deb & Barry

     

     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.

    Sign up for Pepper Spray Course

    December 11th, 1pm-3pm

    Join Universal Defense at the East Lyme Senior Center on December 11th, 2023 from 1-3pm for a personal protection course on how to use pepper spray.

    The course will include the deployment tactics and methods of self defense using pepper spray. All participants will learn practical application with an inert (water) spray and receive a complimentary pepper spray for their personal use upon completion of the course.

    No participants will be exposed to live pepper spray or contaminated.

    Safety Course Investment: Registration begins Nov 1st.
    Sign Up Before November 10th: $40 – Sign Up Before December 4th $45

    Holiday Card Making- One Sheet Wonder

    Friday, November 17th at 10:00am

     

    Designed and Taught by Nancy Souza Altenew Educator

    Are you ready to create your own Christmas/Holiday cards this year? Here is the perfect class for you. Learn how make TEN handmade holiday cards using one sheet of double sided 12 x 12 scrapbook paper. Each card has a stamped holiday sentiment. Using a layout template you will learn how to cut the double sided patterned paper to create the TEN cards, add the sentiments. And- how to create the glittery heart accent. Join me for this Holiday card class. Once you learn how to create these cards, you can create other cards using a 12 x 12 piece of scrapbook paper. See you in class! Scrapbook paper will be provided. Bring your own scissors, adhesive/glue (supplies also available at the Senior Center). Let’s get creative!

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

    Healthy Holiday Eating Presentation

    Tuesday, November 14th at 10:30am

     

    Claudia Mejia, Registered Dietitian from Senior Resources will share some tips and strategies on “Holiday Eating”. Many of us struggle with weight gain over the holidays and since being overweight raises the risk of type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and stroke, it is very important to be prepared and know how to handle all the end of the year festivities.

    Registration begins Nov 1st. Register by Nov 9th.

    LifeFone Presentation

    Monday, November 13th at 1:00pm

     

    LifeFone Medical Alert is a leading personal emergency response system company since 1976. With a simple push of a button or if a
    fall is detected, LifeFone Medical Alert will send help your way!

    LifeFone has systems for all lifestyles. Our At Home Systems are available in landline and cellular. Our on-the-go systems work any-
    where in the United States as long as there is cellular coverage, and they all include fall detection. Our GPS Safe Watch is a simple

    watch that can check heart rate, track steps, and view the local weather with the ability to call for help as well!
    Registration begins Nov 1st. Register by Nov 9th.