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.

    Painting with Friends- Tuesdays

    No formal instructions.

    Time:  9:30am-12pm.

    Supplies not provided.

    Call to register.

    Free.

    PACE or People with Arthritis Can Exercise – Thursdays

    PACE is a safe fitness program that helps increase range of motion and functional movement through a series of exercises and stretches. It has been shown to help reduce pain and depression and encourage socialization all of which improve participants’ quality of life.

    Time: 1pm-2pmExercising

    8 classes- $18 Resident/ $20 Non Resident

    Call to Register.

     

     

     

    TECH SUPPORT w/ELHS STUDENTS- Tuesdays

    Time: 3:00pm – 3:45pm

    Come get some one to one assistance from our local high school students.

    If you are  you having trouble learning how to use your laptop, tablet or smartphone device join the East Lyme High School students to learn.

    Call to register.

     

    MANICURES – 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the Month

    Sponsored by Pretty Nails and Spa
    Cut, file, shape, polish and hand massage.

    20 minute appointments start at 8:30am

    $55pp – must pay at time of registration

    Appointments required

    Yoga- Tuesdays and Thursdays

    Time: 9:00am to 10:00am

    Residents $60.00 for 30 classes– Non-residents $65.00 for 30 classes

    Pass Class

    Gentle Yoga is suitable for all ages and any experience level but is especially adaptable for the varied levels of fitness and flexibility of older adults. A simple chair can be used to help provide support allowing anyone to participate and gain the enjoyment of the exercise. You will learn breathing techniques, work on balance, and build strength. Modifications are always available. Please bring a mat, towel and water. Wear comfortable clothes.