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/Games – A 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.

    WRITING CLASS- Thursdays at 2:00pm

    Posted on September 25, 2021 by East Lyme

    With Cate Steel

    Writing stimulates your imagination, thinking, and can heal your heart. This class will focus on your writing, not our editing. Praise will be offered for a well turned phrase or an image that was conjured up with a crafty use of words. At the end of each class, you will have a document that can be shared or saved.

    Registration begins on Sep 1st. No fee. Starts Sept. 9th

    HEARING CLINIC w/ AUDIOLOGY CONCIERGE

    Posted on September 3, 2021 by East Lyme

    with Nancy Jablonski Thu, Sep 2nd from 10am to 12pm at the Senior Center.  45 Minute appointments start at 10am. Free hearing test, a hearing aid check, wax inspection, and listening demos. Register with the Senior Center.

    MASSAGE THERAPY

    Posted on September 3, 2021 by East Lyme

    Cathy Canto will resume service on Sep 8th and Sep 22nd from 1 to 4pm to provide massage therapy. You can reserve a 25 minute appointment for $27 or a 55 minute appointment for $54. Register with the Senior Center. Payment is due at time of reservation.

    TVCCA LUNCHES ARE BACK

    Posted on September 3, 2021 by East Lyme

    TVCCA lunches are available every Tue and Thu at 11:45am. Reservations must be made 48 hours in advance. The menu is on page 12.

    Suggested donation is $2pp. Reservations are required.