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 30th- DRUMMING FOR HEALTH – Drum Circle

    Time: 10:00am

    This energizing program allows us to find inner rhythm by playing the hand drums.

    It’s Fun!

    Participants have enjoyed this in the past! Space is limited so sign up fast.

    Free

    Please call to register.

    Variety Games- Tuesdays

    Time: 1:00pm – 2:30pm

    A variety of board games such as Rummikub, Rummy Tile, Banana Grams, Yahtzee, Cards and others are available to play.

    No fee. No residency issue.
    ​Call to register

    WALK at HOLE IN THE WALL- Tuesdays and Thursdays

    Time: 9:00am

    If it rains on Tue, come to the Senior Center to walk inside. If it rains on Thu, program is cancelled.

    Walk begins when the church bell rings.

    Wear good walking shoes, hat, sun glasses and sunscreen.  Please bring a water bottle.

     

    Bocco at McCooks – Thursdays

    Time: 10:00 am

    Meet us at the Bocce Court behind the Pavilion
    Equipment provided.
    Easy to learn. Free

    Friday, May 17th- 14th ANNUAL CELEBRATE 90+ TEA

    Time:  1:00 pm

    Come join the East Lyme Senior Center, Bridebrook Health and Rehab & Crescent Point of Niantic at our Annual 90+Tea. We love to honor our Town’s 90 and older crowd. Help us find them – call us if you know one.

    Honorees can invite 2 guests at no charge!

    Everyone else is $2pp and ALL are welcome.

    Registration begins Apr 29th and ends May 15th. Dessert made by “Momma B’s Sweet Treats”.

    Entertainment by James Michael.