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.

    Thursday, May 29th- White House Memories

    Time: 6:00pm

    Former White House butler, Alan DeValerio, will tell you about his personal experience working in the White House. From providing inside details about all the preparations involved in White House entertainment to sharing stories of taking care of our First Families since the Franklin Roosevelt administration, he will relate his first-hand experiences with history. His book, A History of Entertaining in the Modern White House, will be available for purchase. This program is brought to you by the East Lyme Public Library and the East Lyme Senior Center.

    Program registration is required. Please contact the Library at 860-739-6926. Transportation can be provided upon request but ride reservation must be made by Fri, May 24th.

    Friday, June 21st- Day Trip to Newport Flower Show

    Departure time: 8:45am

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

    DAY TRIPS Registration begins on the dates noted below. Register as soon as you can. Trip counts are required a month in advance to determine if we have the minimum number for a trip to run. Detailed flyers available for all Day Trips. 

    Trip to the Newport Flower Show at Rosecliff Mansion in Newport with lunch/shopping on your own at the Wharf. Trip fee is $49pp. Registration begins March 1st. Moderate walking.

    Mon, May 13th- Talk with Scott J. Stanat, MD


    Are you suffering from Hip & Knee Pain ?

    Educational seminar with Dr. Stanat of Orthopedic Partners.

    Time: 12:30pm – 1:30pm.

    Free.

    Must register.

     

    Quilters- Fridays on May 17 and May 24

    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.

    Bring a dish to share.

    $2pp drop in fee

    SENIOR LUNCHES

    Senior Nutrition Program

    The Senior Center and TVCCA provide lunches with a 24 hour reservation Monday through Friday at 11:45am. Monthly menus are printed in the Senior Center’s monthly newsletter – The Courier. $3.00 suggested donation.

    Meals on Wheels

    The Senior Center and TVCCA provide Meals on Wheels Monday through Friday to East Lyme adults age 60 and over who are temporarily or long term homebound. Please contact TVCCA for eligibility at 860-885-2745.