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.

    Monday & Wednesday- INSTRUCTOR LED STRENGTH TRAINING

    Strength TrainingMonday & Wednesday from 11:30am to 12:30pm

    Session Class – 16 classes – Begins May 2nd

    $36R and $40NR – Registration begins May 2nd

    Men and women can lose more than five pounds of lean body mass (mostly muscle) every decade of their life due to disuse. Studies show that muscle mass can be increased in people of any age through regular strength training. Strength training also strengthens your bones, helps with weight management, provides relief from arthritis pain, lowers risk of injury, and improves cardiac health. Dyna bands, weights (1lb to 10lbs) and chairs are used for the class. Please bring water and wear comfortable clothing and appropriate shoes.

     

    MEDICATION TAKE BACK DAY

    If you have expired, unused or unwanted medications in your household, here is your opportunity to dispose of them easily and safely. Saturday, April 30th from 10am to 2pm, the East Lyme Police Department will accept your medications for disposal for free and no questions asked.

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    AUTO & HOME INSURANCE INFO SESSION

    Lunch and Learn

    Liberty Mutual Insurance will conduct a Session on how to understand your Home & Auto Insurance. The will also provide tips on how to get the biggest band for your buck. A full lunch will be provided.

    Wed, April 20th at 11:45am

    Registration begins April 1st.

    Tuesday, April 12th- INTRO TO ZENTANGLE

    Come explore Zentangle® with us. It is a method of creating beautiful images from structured patterns. Anyone can create a Zentangle®. Even if you have never drawn a line, you can pick up the pen and make a beautiful piece the very first time. Our Teacher will show you the basic techniques and guide you through this meditative process.

     

    Date: Tuesday, April 12thZentangle

    Time:12:30pm-3:00pm

    Fee: $5pp

    Art Supplies to be purchased from the instructor for a $10 fee.

    Registration begins April 1st