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.

    Fall Prevention Workshop

    Wednesday, October 5th from 1:30-3:00pm

     

    Nurses from Ledge Light Health District and physical therapists from the Visiting Nurse Association of SECT will put on a program on Falls Prevention. Learn about risk factors, safety interventions, and exercises to reduce the risk of falls at home. Participate in a personal fall risk assessment. Registration is now open.

    Health & Wellness Services for October

    Hearing Clinic:

    w/AUDIOLOGY CONCIERGE – Nancy Jablonski. Thursday, Oct 6th from 11am to 1pm at the Senior Center. 45 minute appointments start at 11am. Free hearing test, a hearing aid check, wax inspection, and listening demos. Register with the Senior Center.

     

    VNASC Nurse Managed Foot Clinic:

    Thursday, Oct 13th from 12:15pm to 3:45pm. Routine foot care provided for a fee – $10pp. Appointment required. Payment due at time of service. No diabetics please

     

    Manicure:

    Sponsored by Pretty Nails and Spa. Tue, Oct 11th & 25th. Starts at 8:15am. 15
    minute appointments $5pp – Cut, file, shape, and polish. Register with the Senior Center.

     

    Massage:

    Massages to be offered on Wed, Oct 12th & 26th from 1pm to 4pm. You can reserve a 25 minute appointment for $30 or a 55 minute appointment for $60.
    Additional day added Thu, Oct 20, 9am – 12pm. Register with the Senior Center. Payment is due at time of reservation.

    Covid-19 Vaccine Clinic

    Monday, October 17th from 1:00-3:00pm

     

    Ledge Light Health District will host a Covid-19 vaccine
    clinic at the East Lyme Senior Center.

    This clinic is for individuals 18 years or older who need a 1st or 2nd dose (primary series) or a bivalent booster dose. The updated booster from Moderna is designed to help protect against multiple COVID-19 variants. Those who are eligible (18+ for Moderna, 12+ for Pfizer) are encouraged to get the bivalent booster as long as it has been two months since your last Covid-19 primary vaccination or booster.

    Only the Moderna vaccine will be available at this clinic. The clinic is free; no appointment, insurance, or ID necessary. Please bring your CDC vaccination card if you have one.

    Storyteller Carol Birch Presents “More Than A Cup Of Kidness”

    Wednesday, October 26th at 1:00pm

     

    MORE THAN A CUP OF KINDNESS: The good people of North Platte, Nebraska fed six million military personnel during the Second World War from their own rations and gardens over four years, three months and eight days. An inspiring story of astounding resourcefulness, generosity, and hard work that doesn’t appear in history books. It reminds us what a spectacular difference we can make working together. In feeding one another, we are fed.

    ​​​​​​​Registration begins Oct 3rd. Register by Oct 21st.

    Lunch & Learn: Neighbors Helping Neighbors

    Wednesday, October 19th at 12:30pm

     

    Neighbors Helping Neighbors! Now more than ever community support is so important and impactful! The Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) offers the support someone needs to remain living at home either with grocery shopping needs, visiting, phone reassurance or local medical rides. If you are 55+, contact us to hear how your help may improve the quality of life of an elderly or disabled person by volunteering around your schedule to help a neighbor in your community.

    Cost is $2 per person. Registration begins Oct 3rd. Register by Oct 14th