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.

    LIVING WILL INFO w/JUDGE JEFF McNAMARA

    Sometimes called an advance directive or living will, an advance care plan is a way to plan ahead for your

    medical care in case you cannot make your wishes known.

    Mon, April 11th at 12:30

    Advanced DirectivesRegistration begins April 1st

     

    Monday and Tuesday- BILLIARDS

    The Youth Center has a “newly felted pool table” and they are willing to share! Come join the Senior Center’s newly formed Billiards Group. Call to let us know you want to play. Pool cues supplied.

    Monday and Tuesday mornings

    9am-1pm starting April 1st. No Fee.Pool Balls

     

    The GLENN HANSEN ORCHESTRA

    Welcome one – come all for the Big Band Sound of The Glenn Hansen Orchestra on Friday, April 8th from 7pm to 10pm. This 15+ member band will rock the house. Admission price is $15pp at the door or $12pp on sale now at the East Lyme Senior Center. Seating is limited but enjoying yourself is not! Light refreshments will be available. For more information, call 860-739-5859.

    This is a fundraiser for the Senior Center so come out and support us!

    Dancing Couple

     

    Thursdays- PiYo STRENGTH

    PiYo

    Thursday @ 11:30am

    Session Class – Begins on April 7th – 12 classes

    PiYo Strength is a fun, work at your own level class, joining Pilates and Yoga into one workout. Participants will tone muscles, work on balance and get a great stretch. This class will build strength and flexibility. You will exercise your body, mind and spirit. Please bring water and a mat. Wear comfortable clothing and appropriate shoes.

    Join Pilates & Yoga into one workout. Burn calories, tone muscles, work on balance and stretch.

    Registration begins April 1st

    $42R – $47NR

     

    MOBILE MEMORY CLINIC

    Health & Wellness

    Diane Palmer, RN, QDCS, Dementia Care Specialist, certified by the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America will be conducting a Mobile Memory Clinic on Wed, March 30th from 9:30am to 11:30am. Appointments are required. Please call beginning March 1st.

    In addition, Mary Lou Ganotti, PR Director for Coastal Research Studies will hold a presentation on current Alzheimer’s research regarding the Starbeam study.

    Free but registration is required.