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.

    DRAWING CLASS- Thursdays

    If learning to draw is on your bucket list, come join the Senior Center on Thursdays mornings from 10am to 11:30am. Bring your own basic supplies; drawing pencils, sketch pads, and kneaded erasers.

    Absolutely no experience necessary. Join others who are learning along with you.
    Drawing Class

    All levels of skills welcome.

    Best of all its FREE!

     

    NURSE MANAGED FOOT CLINIC – 1st Thursday of the Month

    Time: 12:30pm to 3:00pm

    Appointment necessary. Must pay at time of registration.

    The VNASC is offering a monthly foot clinic. Routine foot care will be provided for a fee of $10pp.

    Anyone with a diabetic diagnosis cannot be seen by this clinic but all others are welcome.

    Call the Senior Center at 860-739-5859.

     

    BRAIN AEROBICS – 1st & 3rd Wednesday of every month

    Time: 11:30am
    1st and 3rd Wednesday of the Month

    Your mind needs as much exercise as your body.

    Come flex that muscle with us in our Brain Aerobics program.

    No Fee! Registration required.

    CHAIR YOGA – Tuesdays & Friday

    Three different classes on Tue and Fri mornings

    Tuesdays at 8:15am or 9:25am or 10:35am
    Fridays at 8:15am or 9:25am or 10:35am
    16 classes – $24R/$26NR
    Registration required