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.

    Free Diabetes Telephone Workshop

    SENIOR RESOURCES PRESENTS:
    Free Diabetes Telephone Workshop

    Learn about Diabetes & Pre-Diabetes:
    • What to eat
    • Low and high blood sugar
    • Guidelines for when you’re sick
    • Tips for dealing with stress
    • How to set small and achievable goals

    6 Weeks, Thursday from 1pm—2pm
    July 11th—August 14th
    To register, call 860-383-1538 or email Lori at
    lrygielski@seniorresourcesec.org

    Parkinson’s Disease: Living with INTENT!

    Thursdays, July 11th – September 19th, from 2pm – 3pm

    Group class combining exercises for speech, memory, movement and music for people living with Parkinson’s disease. Participants will learn how using INTENT can improve overall health, wellness, and joy!

    Class fee $180 per person, 9 Classes. Registration begins June 10th.

    (no class 7/18, 8/8)

    Rotary Club Picnic

    Wednesday, July 17th at 12:30pm

    at the East Lyme Senior Center

    Lunch will be served by the Niantic Rotary Club.
    Registration begins July 1st.
    Register by Jul 12th

    $2pp. Money collected will be raffled off!!

    Niantic Rotary Club and Niantic Lions Club are excited to donate a new bench to the Senior Center from the NexTrex – Recycle Beyond the Bag program.

    Rummikub

    Every Wednesday at 1pm (for the summer)

    Come to the Senior and play Rummikub with friends. Registration is required.