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.

    MEMORIAL DAY CELEBRATION

    MEMORIAL DAY CELEBRATION

     Fri, May 26th @ 11:45 am

    Hot dog & a Hamburger, Potato Salad, Baked Beans. Dessert provided by Crescent Point.

    Entertainment by Kevin Gomez.

    Get ready to Dance!

    Fee: $6pp

    Registration begins May 1st.

     

    12th ANNUAL CELEBRATE TEA

    12th ANNUAL CELEBRATE TEA

    Fri, May 19th @ 1:00pm at the East Lyme Senior Center

     

    East Lyme Senior Center, Bridebrook Health and Rehab & Crescent Point of Niantic are sponsoring our 90+ Tea to honor the Town’s Nonagenarians– folks who have made it to 90 and beyond. Help the Senior Center identify our nonagenarians – call us so we can invite them!

    Honorees can invite 2 guests at no charge! Everyone else is $2pp and EVERYONE is welcome.

    Registration begins May 1st and ends May 17th.

    Lovely tea sandwiches and side salads provided by Bridebrook Health and Rehab Center.

    Split Pea with Ham Soup donated by Main Street Grille.

    Decorations and complimentary corsages & boutonnieres provided by Crescent Point.

    Dessert made by “Momma B’s Sweet Treats”.

    Entertainment by Bruce John.

     

    CT DEEP (Dept of Energy & Environmental Protection)

    CT DEPARTMENT of ENERGY &

    ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION

    PRESENTATION

    • Where to find information about choosing an electric supplier
    • New information provided on the first page of your electric bill
    • The opportunity to lower your bill
    • Ho w to block supplier switching
    • Being cautious in the market and more

    Wed, April 19th at 12:30pm

    Please call to register beginning April 3rd

     

    ADVANCE DIRECTIVES INFO SESSION

    LIVING WILL SESSION

    Presentation with Probate Judge McNamara.

    Sometimes called an advance directive, an advance care plan is a way to make your wishes known with regards to your medical care in case you are unable.

    Wed, April 26th at 10:00 am

    Registration begins April 3rd.

     

    LIBERTY MUTUAL – Auto & Homeowners Insurance 101

    LIBERTY MUTUAL

    AUTO and HOME OWNERS INSURANCE 101 with Sandra Mosley.

    Informative discussing current policies or personal lines  insurance in general.

    Pizza Lunch is provided.

    FREE but registration required.

    Mon, April 17th at 12pm. Call to register beginning April 3td.