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Fitness Programs

The Fitness Programs at the Groton Senior Center promote and maintain the physical abilities of participants and also group classes offer a chance to socialize with other class members and provide mental stimulation through music and physical motion.  Class sizes range from small Qi Gong classes to large Cardio Sculpt classes.

Music Programs

The music programs at the center provide an opportunity for seniors to develop their skills in music whether it is learning to read music, sing in harmony or learning to play piano.  The choruses also take a leadership role in the community by going out to entertain at adult day centers, nursing facilities and schools.

Education/Enrichment

Programs in this category provide seniors with time to learn new skills in the areas of the arts, technology, health and more.  Through education the seniors develop and help maintain their mental abilities as well as support their self-esteem and creative needs.  Class sizes are small to medium.

Cards/Games

A variety of choices for group play and individual play.  Promotes mental stimulation and provides for socialization.  Research has shown that Bingo and other games are good for the brain.  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

These are events often attached to meals that are offered to provide socialization and entertainment for seniors.  Most events have a meal or food attached to them. These include the afternoon teas, monthly birthday/anniversary parties, special breakfasts, club gatherings, dinner and movie nights, annual Gnog Show (formerly Gong Show), annual Great American Picnic, Luau, Thanksgiving Dinner, Holiday dinner and Rotary dinners.  A regional dinner dance is held annually also to allow for socializing with friends from the other towns in the county.

Community Service Programs

These programs offer the seniors an opportunity to take a leadership role in community involvement either through sponsoring a community event or by participating in the community event.

Health Services

These services are provided to help seniors age at home and stay as well as possible.  Everyone is encouraged to take advantage of the programs.

Nutrition Services 

In addition to health services, the nutrition programs offer the opportunity for improved nutrition for participants and also in some cases a way to socialize with other seniors in small to large groups.

Human Service programs

These programs also support seniors aging in place.  They promote individual self-efficacy in making better choices and decisions about their individual needs.

Transportation Services

These programs support aging in place and allow seniors to stay active in their community and at the center.

    COASTAL CAFÉ TAKE OUT AVAILABLE WEEKDAYS

    Posted on April 3, 2021 by Groton

    COASTAL CAFÉ TAKE OUT
    AVAILABLE WEEKDAYS
    AT GROTON SENIOR CENTER
    102 NEWTOWN ROAD, GROTON CT 06340
    • Each meal is $5. Orders can be called in starting at 9:00 am weekdays. 860-441-6785
    • At this time, we are only providing hot meals (NO soups, sandwiches, salad bar).
    • Orders will be picked up curbside11:30am-12:30pm. Just pull up and wait. We will bring it to you.
    Weekly menu is posted our GSC Facebook page Facebook.com/GrotonSC, on our Town of Groton Website https:www.groton-ct.gov/departments/parksrec/seniorson our regional site https://seniorcenterct.org/groton/

    Zoom Yoga- Yoga Strength Chair, Gentle Yoga Chair I, Gentle Yoga Chair Flow II

    Posted on April 3, 2021 by Groton

    YOGA STRENGTH CHAIR MONDAYS 9-10 AM ZOOM JAN 4- FEB 22, 2021 $28/PP This class starts seated with breath awareness & warm up, moving into some yoga poses for the first half of class, and the second half of class we do some strength work using light hand weights 1-2 lb and bands. Class ends with stretching & meditation. If you don’t have hand weights, water bottles or a small can of veggies will work.
    GENTLE YOGA CHAIR I WEDNESDAYS 9-10 AM ZOOM JAN 6– FEB 24, 2021 $28/PP Chair Yoga is a an adapted form of Yoga that makes Yoga accessible to everyone!!! The chair is used in addition or option for poses where participants can modify any pose based on their own mobility and also can be used for balance and support. Class starts with breath awareness, warm up, Yoga poses seated and standing. Class ends with stretching and meditation.
    GENTLE YOGA CHAIRFLOW II SATURDAYS 9-10 AM ZOOMJAN 9-FEB 27, 2021 $28/PP This class is also an adapted form of Yoga using the Chair, making Yoga accessible to all. Class starts seated in chair or on the mat, focusing on breath awareness and warm up, moving into standing Yoga poses integrating breath and movement, awareness and alignment, and flexibility. Moving onto the mat for floor poses and deep stretching. Class ends with guided relaxation and meditation.
    Seated and/or Standing; we do not Yoga on the floor. Class is appropriate for all levels. Instructor will contact you with Zoom ID ***Must sign a Release and Waiver from instructor***

    Call Senior Center for more information to sign up 860-441-6785.

    Cornhole

    Posted on April 3, 2021 by Groton

    Mondays

    1:00-3:00 in the front lawn

    We have three sets of boards.

    Sign up with a partner or we can match you up!  $5.00 per participant (for 8 weeks)

    We have lots of fun while being a tad competitive? Sign up with a partner or we can match you up? $5.00 per participant (for 8 weeks).

    Corn hole is a fun game we play weekly inside our main room here after the lunch crowd leaves.  According to google it is best described as a “lawn game” in which players toss beanbags toward a slanted platform with the aim of passing the beanbag through a hole in the center of the platform. As we age, vision, depth perception, balance, and coordination can decline. Our weekly Cornhole games gets our patrons active and aids critical hand-eye coordination and balance.

     

     

     

    Call for Artists to display your talents for a great cause!  ART WITH PURPOSE

    Posted on April 3, 2021 by Groton

    We invite local artists to display your talents for a great cause!  ART WITH PURPOSE To Benefit Groton Senior Center’s  Project LifeSaver which will take place July 30th . 

    Giving you the much-deserved exposure of your piece(s) and a place to display your work for the month of JULY all while giving to an incredible cause.

    What Is Needed?

    Artists willing to donate, display and part with their work of any size in the interest of selling it to benefit our Groton Senior Center’s PROJECT LIFESAVER. Generously donating? Please provide a short bio to display with your artwork.

    How Will This Work?

    Proceeds of the sale go to Project Lifesaver.

    Artwork should be dropped off by Monday, June 21st.

    What is Project Lifesaver?

    It is the pioneer organization in the radio tracking and locating of at risk individuals with dementia or autism. It was founded and is still led by first responder law enforcement personnel with years of experience in search and rescue and law enforcement.

    Interested?

    Please contact KWilliams@groton-ct.gov or TStanley@groton-ct.gov or 860-441-6785

    Groton Senior Center, 102 Newtown Road, Groton, CT 06340

     

    AGING MASTERY PROGRAM- THURSDAYS from January 28 – March 31st from 5:15-6:45 PM

    Posted on April 3, 2021 by Groton

    Groton Senior Center and the CT Healthy Living Collective is pleased to announce that we will offer the innovative ten-week health and wellness program to residents [55 plus] virtually. The Aging Mastery Program® (AMP) was developed by the National Council on Aging (NCOA) and has been successful at helping older adults build their own playbook for aging well. This effort is made possible in part through support from the Anthem Blue Cross & Blue Shield Foundation.

    This is a wonderful opportunity for older adults to participate in, and reap the benefits of, this cutting-edge program. We are currently recruiting adults 55 and older to participate in the ten-week educational program.

    AMP is a fun, innovative, and person-centered education program that empowers participants to embrace their gift of longevity by spending more time each day doing things that are good for themselves and for others. The program encourages mastery—developing sustainable behaviors across many dimensions that lead to improved health, stronger economic security, enhanced well-being, and increased societal participation. The CT Healthy Living Collective is a network of partners dedicated to delivering programs and services that promote healthier people, better care, smarter spending, and health equity.

    This is a $75 value class. Groton Senior Center is offering it for FREE, yet you MUST register for this great class before January 22rd. RSVP 860-441-6623