Programs

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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.

    Calling All Artists!

    Posted on April 17, 2020 by Groton

    Calling all artists!! Now is a great time to prepare for this year’s Senior Art Show!

    Submissions will be accepted June 22nd – June 26th for this years Annual Senior Art Show July 1 – 31, 2020.  

    Enter and showoff your artistic talent!  This art show is for those 55 and older.

    All work should be created in the past year, June 2019 to June 2020. Artwork should be ready to hang with wire.

    Interested?  Please ask for a registration form which includes the rules by contacting Tomi at 860-441-6785 or emailing her at TStanley@groton-ct.gov

     

     

    STIMULUS CHECKS SCAMS

    Posted on April 16, 2020 by Groton

    STIMULUS CHECKS SCAMS

    The IRS has issued a statement urging taxpayers to keep on the lookout and exercise extra caution in response to a recent surge of fraudulent IRS calls and email phishing attempts related to these payments, often referring to them as “stimulus checks”.

    The IRS has issued a warning that scammers may:

    • Emphasize the words “stimulus check” or “stimulus payment” while seeking personal financial information. For reference, the official term is “economic impact payment”.
    • Ask the taxpayer to sign over their economic impact payment check to them.
    • Ask by phone, email, text or social media for verification of personal and/or banking information, saying that the information is needed to receive or speed up their economic impact payment.
    • Suggest that they can get a tax refund or economic impact payment faster by working on the
    • taxpayer’s behalf. These scams could be conducted by social media of even in person.
    • Mail the taxpayer a bogus check, perhaps an odd amount, then tell the taxpayer to call a number or verify information online in order to cash it.

    Safety Tips and Resources to Families with Dementia at home April 17th

    Posted on April 15, 2020 by Groton

    The Alzheimer’s Association Connecticut Chapter is joining forces with the Town of Groton Police Department, Waterford Police Department, Groton Senior Center, Town of Groton Parks and Recreation to offer safety tips and resources to families taking care of loved ones with dementia at home.

    Experts in the dementia field, service providers and members of law enforcement agencies will help you navigate this challenging time. Panelists will discuss home safety issues such as managing medications and wandering; help you form an emergency plan and share when behavior becomes a police issue; and identify community resources and support services including food programs and fuel assistance. There will also be an opportunity for you to ask questions, to let us know how we can help you.

    April 17th 12:30-1:30 p.m.

    Speakers include:

    Kris Sortwell, Alzheimer’s Association, CT Chapter

    Officer Heather McClelland and McDonald, Groton Town Police Department

    Lt. Marc Balestracci, Waterford Police Department

    Tomi Stanley, Groton Senior Center

    Please register here!

    COVID-19 Emergency Financial Relief Program

    Posted on April 13, 2020 by Groton

    Below is a link to information about the COVID-19 Emergency Financial Relief Program from the PenFed Foundation, which may provide financial relief to Veterans, active military service members, and those serving in the Reserves and the National Guard. This fund can support expenses like rent, mortgages, auto loans/leases, and utilities. Please note, all checks will be sent directly to the creditor or landlord after the grant is approved. The Foundation can only support one emergency financial request per household.

    COVID-19 Emergency Financial Relief Program