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/Games – A 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.

    REMOVAL OF ORGAN FROM THE SENIOR CENTER

    Posted on June 2, 2019 by East Lyme

    The Senior Center purchased the organ that is in the Dining Room many years ago.

    For a long time, the Senior Center had someone who knew how to play it and regaled

    our Center with her talent. However, it has been some time since anyone has played

    the organ. We are now looking to remove it.

     

    If someone knows someone who would be willing to take it, please let the Senior Center

    office know. If someone knows someone who can play it and would be willing to come

    to the Center, please let the Senior Center office know. Thank you.

     

    Wednesday, June 26th- Lenny & Joe’s Fishtale

    Posted on June 2, 2019 by East Lyme

    SENIOR CENTER DAY TRIPS
    Open to Non-Residents if there is availability.Non-residents will be charged a $1.00 surcharge.

    When registering for any of the trips listed below, you can sign up yourself and one other person only. Payment is due upon registration. Please stop by the Senior Center office.

    Senior Center Day Trips use a bus from the Center for transport to and from the destinations.  Number of seats very limited.

    Departure time: 11:00am
    Return time: 3:30pm

    We’re off to Lenny & Joe’s Fishtale in Westbrook. Shopping
    afterwards. Departure time from the Senior Center at 11am. Return time around 3:30pm. Trip fee is $5pp.

     

    Program Fees and Credit Card Payments Information

    Posted on June 2, 2019 by East Lyme

    Program Fees

    The Senior Center has been tasked with structuring its fee schedule so that the program fees collected for a

    specific program will cover that program’s cost. This new policy will take place starting FY20/21 (July 2020). In preparation of that goal, each program will be reviewed regarding revenues and costs.  Additionally, area

    senior centers will be polled regarding their fees. This change may affect session fees – it may affect session length – it may affect whether the Senior Center can continue to offer passes good for one year – it will likely make the Senior Center increase its  fundraising efforts.  We would like to hear any ideas that you have. Over the summer months as we gather data, we would like to hear your suggestions and/or concerns.

    Please stop by the office at any time.

    Credit Card Payments

    The Senior Center has been accepting credit card  payment for trips and programs for over a year. There has been no extra charge added for credit card use. That will be changing. Once our data has been collected, a new policy will go into effect. There will be some sort of convenience fee added for credit card payments.

    More info to follow.

     

    Volunteers Needed

    Posted on June 2, 2019 by East Lyme

    We can use some help! Join our team. We are seeking volunteers for the following:

    Bingo Callers:  Fri at 1pm, rotating schedule

    Meals on Wheels Drivers:  Rotating schedule as needed

    Kitchen Help:  Rotating schedule as needed

    Don’t see anything you like? Tell us what you would like to help us with!