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.

    AARP Mature Driver Safety Class

    Wednesday, September 7th from 12:30-4:30pm

     

    $20 for AARP member, $25 for non-members
    Register with the Senior Center office. Payment due upon registration.
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    The AARP Smart Driver course is the nation’s first refresher course specifically designed for drivers age 50 and older. In many states, drivers may benefit from a discount on their auto insurance premium upon completing the course. Contact your insurance company to find out. And you will learn something new along the way. In fact, an evaluation of the course found that 97% of participants changed at least one driving habit as a result of what they learned.

    Regional Event Block Party

    Thursday, September 22nd from 5:00-7:30pm

    Hosted by Groton Senior Center

     

    Bring your lawn chair/blanket and listen or dance to the Corvettes Doo Wop Review. Food Trucks will be available to bring a picnic dinner and enjoy the night air and your fellow do wop enthusiasts. Event to be held at Thrive 55+ powered by the Groton Senior Center @ 102 Newtown Road, Groton.

    $10 per person – limited tickets available. Get your ticket at the Senior Center
    office. A bus will be provided if we have enough registration.

    Registration now open. Register by Sep 8th

    Smith Acres Succulent Workshop

    Tuesday, September 20th at 9:30am

     

    Come join one of Smith’s Acres “Veggie Girls” and create a cute succulent dish garden.. These easy to care for plants love to hang out on a sunny windowsill or table. We will have lots of different varieties of succulents to choose from.

    All supplies included.

    Cost is $10 per person.

    Registration begins Sep 1st. Registration is limited

    Sea Glass Starfish Window Hanger/Ornament Craft

    Thursday, September 15th at 1:00pm

     

    Come craft a wire wrapped starfish with Still Waters USA a local Westbrook small business. Supplies are included & participants will take home a completed starfish to keep for themselves or as a gifting option! No experience needed. Cost is $10 per person.
    Registration begins Sep 1st. Registration is limited

    Cook Well With Diabetes Class

    Mondays from 11:00am-1:00pm starting on September 12th

     

    Cook Well, Eat Well is a FREE 4-week class providing hands-on, creative, fun activities, professional instruction, interesting experiences, a wonderful cookbook and delicious meals! This program is perfect for adults with diabetes and/or their partner/spouse/caregiver.
    Registration has begun.