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.

    MATINEE AND MEET THE CASE RECEPTION

    The Odd CoupleSaturday, June 4th

    The East Lyme Players present:

    The Odd Couple (Female Version) written by Neil Simon and directed by Joyce Beauvais

    Matinee Performance at 1pm

    Meet the Cast reception immediately follows

    $10pp

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

    Tickets will be sold at the door, if available.

     

    Mondays- LEARN TO CROCHET w/PLASTIC BAGS

    Start collecting plastic bags, same color from the same store and

    save as many as you can before the class begins.

    The first project will be a very simple eye-glass case.

    5 classes                                Free

    Mondays 10am-11am             There is supply list

    Begins May 8th

    Registration begins May 1st

    Crochet Hook

     

    Halloween Idea

    October 31st

    party

    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.

    Drug Take Back Flyer 2