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.

    APPLE PRODUCTS INSTRUCTION

    iPad

    Create your own class. It can be anything from e-mail to eBay. Whether it’s on your lap-top or iPad, we will teach you basics such as : how to e-mail, how to surf the web, play games, or set a reminder to take your medications,  Must bring your iPAD or your lap-top & your Apple password.

    Call to schedule a date in April.

    $30R –  $33NR   *Bring a friend and get a reduced rate*

    Registration begins May 2nd

     

    HEALTH & WELLNESS SERIES – Balance and Older Adults

    Health & Wellness

    Staff from Bayview Health Care will discuss Balance and how it is closely related to falls. With a decrease in balance, you will have a greater chance of falling.

    Learn:
    • What is balance.
    • What factors can affect balance.Balance
    • Rehab’s role in balance.
    • Your role in maintaining balance.
    Wed, May 11th @ 1:00pm

    Call to register beginning May 2nd.

     

    MEMORIAL DAY COOKOUT

    American FlagFri, May 27th at 11:45am
    Hot dog & a Hamburger, Potato Salad, Baked
    Beans. Dessert provided by Crescent Point.
    After lunch we will make mini
    American Apple Pie’s and end with a Patriotic
    Sing-A-Long! Bingo will follow.

    Fee: $6pp
    Registration begins May 2nd

     

    DINNER THEATER COMES TO THE EAST LYME SENIOR CENTER

    The Odd Couple

    The EAST LYME PLAYERS presents:

    A stage reading of “The Odd Couple (Female Version)

    Written by Neil Simon & Directed by Joyce Beauvais

    $14pp

    Fri, June 3rd

    6pm – Dinner

    7pm – Show

    Reservations strongly encouraged and will be taken beginning May 2nd.

    Tickets will be sold at the door, if available.

    COMPUTER TUTORING for PCs

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    1st Tue every month

    Please note, for the month of May, this will be held on May 10th

    One to one instruction for surfing the web or managing emails or

    some Word or Excel instruction

    Let us know what you are looking to learn and we will see if we can help

    10:15am – 1st appointment

    $12R – $14NR

    Must call to register