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.

    SUMMER LUNCH – Thursday, June 16TH at 11:45AM

    AND IT”S STRAWBERRY TIME!
    Baked chicken thigh, cucumber salad, tater tots AND strawberry cream pie.
    Registration begins Jun 1st. Register by Jun 13th.
    Cost: $7pp

    15TH ANNUAL CELEBRATE 90+ TEA on Friday, June 24th from 1:00-3:00pm

    Come join the East Lyme Senior Center, Bridebrook Rehab & Crescent Point of Niantic at our Annual 90+Tea. We love to honor our town’s 90 and older crowd. Help us find them – call us if you know one. Honorees can invite 2 guests at no charge! Everyone else is $2pp and ALL are welcome. Entertainment by Brian Gillie.
    Registration begins June 1st. Register by Jun 17th.

    MUSIC DAY – Tuesday, June 21ST, 2:00-5:30pm

    Make Music Day – East Lyme Community Center The East Lyme Senior Guitar Group and “Those Guys” – acoustic guitarists who regularly play together, invite other guitar or music enthusiasts to come play together. All are welcome regardless of age! Just bring your new or dusty guitar.
    Come make music with us!

    Coming Soon! COOKWELL WITH DIABETES

    Cookwell with Diabetes – Begins Mon, Sep 12th – Oct 3rd
    Four Part Cooking Class for Adults Living with Diabetes
    Sponsored by the Ledge Light Health District
    More details in the July Newsletter.