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.

    You could be our Club 55 Secretary for 2020

    Posted on October 10, 2019 by Groton

    We Want You!
    Club 55 is looking for interested individuals for Club secretary for 2020. Club 55 is run entirely by volunteers 55 and older. Interested? Contact a Club Officer by calling our front desk 860-441-6785 or come to the meeting to discuss what is involved.

    Enrollment is open for the Aging Mastery program® (AMP)

    Posted on October 8, 2019 by Groton

    Groton Senior Center invites area residents to  “Master Aging” With 8-Week Health and Wellness Progra

    The Groton Senior Center is pleased to announce that enrollment is open for the Aging Mastery program® (AMP). AMP is a nationally recognized, fun and interactive class for adults 50 and older that encourages developing sustainable behaviors that lead to health improvements, stronger economic security, enhanced well-being and increased participation in society. The National Council on Aging (NCOA) created AMP to develop new expectations, norms and pathways for people aged 50-100 to make the most of their gift of longevity. AMP is coordinated in Connecticut by the Connecticut Healthy Living Collective and Connecticut Community Care.

    Aging Mastery Program® classes explore navigating longer lives, physical activity, sleep, healthy eating and hydration, financial fitness, medication management, advanced planning, healthy relationships, falls prevention, and community engagement.  For each of the classes, basic educational materials developed by highly trusted sources are provided, along with a checklist of potential next steps and a system for tracking behaviors.  Participants will earn points for positive actions and rewards.

    “NCOA is delighted to see that the Aging Mastery Program® in Connecticut fully supports our national research and that participants find the program fun and beneficial to their health,” said James Firman, President & CEO of NCOA.  “It’s clear that residents here are taking their health care seriously and participating and recognizing that mastery of certain behaviors will lead to improved health, stronger financial security and overall well-being”.

    Preliminary results from across the country show that after taking the 8 sessions, AMP participants significantly increased their physical activity levels, had healthier eating habits, increased their use of advanced planning, stayed more socially connected and participated in evidence-based self-management programs.

    If you are interested in learning more about the program, please call the Groton Senior Center at 860-441-6623 or email colsen@groton.ct-gov.  This program will begin Tuesday, October 22 2019 at 5:00 pm located at 102 Newtown Road, Groton , CT 06340

    Pain Management Educational class Friday at 11

    Posted on October 7, 2019 by Groton

    Avalon Health Center at Stoneridge  presents

    Tips on Pain Management Educational Class

    Friday, October 11th at 11:00 am.

    Main topics for discussion will include the

    • use of heat vs cold
    • self-help tips
    • alternative pain management strategies

     

    Happy Active Aging Week!

    Posted on October 1, 2019 by Groton

    You all are already quite active and we want to keep you that way!  We have planned a few special presentations this week with enhancing your life in mind!

    Tomorrow, Wednesday, at 9 am we have Clear Captions here for you to learn more about and then at 11 am we have Lawrence + Memorial (L+M) Hospital will offer a Parkinson Program. Both are free and open to the public!

    Thursday at 11 am – we have a Vertigo presentation – it’s enough to make you head spin!!  Have you or someone you know ever suffered from Vertigo?  Come Learn what causes Vertigo, dizziness, headaches and imbalance. Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine Centers is going to talk about causes and remedies.