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.

    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.

    Hearing Clinic

    Thursday, September 1st from 11:00am-1:00pm

     

    with Audiology Concierge Nancy Jablonski

    45 minute appointments start at 11am. Free hearing test, a hearing aid check, wax inspection, and listening demos. Register with the Senior Center

    Acting & Scene Class with Joyce Beauvais

    Thursdays from 12:00-2:30pm

    September 15th – October 20th

    with a workshop presentation on October 24th

     

    Learn a new skill. Meet new people who love theater. Fun, friendships, and fascinating! Learn the techniques of acting applied to scenes.

    No memorizing

    $80 per person
    Registration begins September 1st