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.

    Who are they talking about???

    Posted on July 3, 2019 by East Lyme

    Who are they referring to when they mention those words elders, oldster, Senior Citizen, old timer, elderly…

    Is it you they’re talking about, ME??? Or are they referring to themselves….

    You know I’m not sure anymore because I’m also hearing boomers, GEN X, retirees, and then “Active Ager”

    Now I’m liking that term – Active Ager. You know it really does kinda fit doesn’t it…

    When you think about your parents, grandparents and perhaps a great grandparent and then yourself – you can see that at certain points each generation is very different at say 40, 60 and now 80.

    For example, it is becoming quite popular to be a new parent at 40 while 2 generations ago the majority become grandparents at 40.

    So, you see each generation is indeed younger than the generations before them.

    Social Security picked age 65 for retirement because for most people that is about when life ended. If they were to pick an age now it most likely would be in the neighborhood of 75 or 80.

    And if we are living well into our 80’s, 90’s and even into 100 we need to live that life actively!!

    Thus “Active Ager” Look around. Set goals. Start a whole new life to be lived fully. Start a new career! Pick one that’s fun. Something you couldn’t do all those years ago.

    It’s never too late!    It’s never too late to live!

    Friday, July 26th- Blueberry Pancake Bake

    Posted on July 3, 2019 by East Lyme

    Time: 11:45am

    Also served, blueberry fruit salad, sausage, and  non-alcoholic mimosas.

    $6pp

    Registration begins Jul 1st.

    Must register by Jul 24th.

    COOKBOOK CLUB – Third Wednesday of the Month

    Posted on July 2, 2019 by East Lyme

    Time: 1:00pm

    Presented by the E.L. Senior Center and the E.L. Library
    Cooking, eating, discussing, & sharing food brings us together!

    *Bring a recipe from a cookbook or from the internet. Each month’s there is a different topic. Contact the senior center to find out the topic.  Bring the cookbook and copies of the recipe to share. Or we can make copies for you at the center. Bring a sample to taste. Must register!

    Quilters- Fridays on Jun 15th and 25th

    Posted on June 10, 2019 by East Lyme

    Time: 5:00pm – 9:00pm

    This is a sewing group – there is no official teaching but there is much sharing of information. Bring your own material and sewing equipment.

    $2pp drop in fee