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.

    Over the Hill Hiking Group April Hikes

    April 7 – Chapal Farm Preserve & Boot Rock Preserve, East Haddam
    Easy
    Led by Karen & Heidi

    April 14 – Lay Preserve, Old Lyme

    Moderate
    Led by Jan

    April 21 – Pleasant Valley & Jewett Preserves, Lyme

    Easy/Moderate
    Led by Debbie & Barry

    April 28 – Oswegatchie Hills Nature Preserve, Niantic

    Difficult
    Led by Gail

     

    All hikes are approximately three to four miles long, and will begin at 9:30 A.M. Hikers who wish to carpool should meet at East Lyme Senior Center at 9:00 A.M.

    Distances, locations and leaders are subject to change, if necessary.

    All hikers must register for each hike by calling the East Lyme Senior Center – 860-739-5859.

    Living Wills with Attorney McNamara

    Monday, April 24th at 1:30pm

     

    National Healthcare Decisions Day (NHDD) exists to inspire, educate and empower the public and providers about the importance of advance care planning. NHDD is an initiative to encourage patients to express their wishes regarding healthcare and for providers and facilities to respect those wishes, whatever they may be. If you would like help in filling out a Living Will form or would like more information about the process, Attorney Jeff McNamara will be available at the Senior Center.

    ​​​​​​​Registration begins Apr 3rd. Register by Apr 21st. Forms will be available.

    Smith Acres Herb Garden Workshop

    Tuesday, April 18th at 9:30am

     

    We will create a windowsill herb planter using 3 different herbs. Plastic planter has 3 pots with attached saucer. Lightweight and perfect for your windowsill. When it gets warmer, the herbs can be brought outside. We will talk about different herbs, and participants can choose from a vast assortment of herb plants. We will talk about the herbs and uses for all of them.

    Registration begins Apr 3rd. Register by Apr 14th.

    Cost is $20 per person.

    Space is limited.

    5-Part Healthy Brain Series

    Friday, April 14th from 10:30-11:30am

     

    o Session 1: Activities to ‘challenge’ your mind
    o Session 2: Importance of diet and nutrition
    o Session 3: Finding meaningful engagement as you age
    o Session 4: Importance of sleep and your brain
    o Session 5: Lessons for living longer from people who lived the longest

    Registration begins Mon Apr 3rd. Please register by Tue Apr 11th.

    “Thoughtful Tuesday” Monthly Mindfulness Coaching

    Tuesday, April 11th at 10:15am

     

    Would you like to experience more peace and calm, even when everything around you seems chaotic and busy? Would you like to feel rested and enjoy better sleep? Would you like to experience more joy?

    Join Wellness Coach and Pharmacist Lisa Bragaw from Zen & Now Wellness Center once a month. At each session, Lisa will introduce breathing techniques and some very easy to implement mindfulness tools and strategies you can use anytime to bring more ease into your life.

    This group will meet the 2nd Tuesday of each month.

    Please register with the Senior Center. $10pp each month.

    Registration begins Apr 3rd. Register by Apr 7th.