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.

    Friday, October 30 Digital Mammography Van

    Posted on September 18, 2018 by Groton

    A MAMMO is the best AMMO against the war on Breast Cancer!

    Take charge of your health and schedule your mammo today!

    Yale New Haven Hospital is taking appointments now 
    for Friday, October 30 Digital Mammography Van at Groton Senior Center front parking lot.

    They will be here 9:00am to 2:30 pm yet you MUST call to schedule your appointment 203-688-1010.

    Chronic Pain WORKSHOP

    Posted on September 17, 2018 by Groton

    Chronic Pain WORKSHOP

    The Chronic Pain Self-Management Program is a FREE six-week program that teaches techniques and strategies proven to help those living with constant pain.

    Learn about pain management including:

    • Developing an action plan
    • Communicate better with your healthcare provider
    • The moving easy exercise program
    • Managing common symptoms
    • Using your mind to manage pain

    These are just some of the topics covered!

    Program dates: Tuesdays, November 13, 20, 27, & Dec. 4, 11, & 18,

    Time:  1:00pm – 3:30pm

    Location: Groton Senior Center 102 Newtown Rd, Groton, CT 06340

     

    Fee: No Cost (The book, “Living a Healthy Life with Chronic Pain” is available on loan or can be purchased for $25)

     

    To register call: Groton Senior Center (860) 441-6785

    FREE informational session for those living with Dementia

    Posted on September 14, 2018 by Groton

    Let’s all help those with dementia by attending this informational session on how to best help and interact with those with Dementia.

    Let us not be uncomfortable, frustrated, disengaged from those dealing with dementia any longer.

    Please join us Wednesday, September 26th at 3-4 pm for a FREE 1 hour informational session about Dementia Friends Connecticut program for those living with Dementia.

    Join us and become a DEMENTIA FRIEND by attending a one-hour Dementia Friends Information Session to learn five key messages and a bit about what it’s like to live with dementia. As a Dementia Friend, your new understanding and attitudes will guide the practical actions you can take to help someone with dementia living in your community. This is free but please let us know you are coming 860-441-6785.

    presented by Seniors Helping Seniors – Southeastern CT and RI Shoreline

     

    September 20th FREE Nutrition talk: Fact or Fiction

    Posted on September 10, 2018 by Groton

    Nutrition is at the base of one’s health. We want YOU to please join us for a FREE Nutrition talk on Thursday, September 20th at 1030 am. This talk will discuss FACT or FICTION of Nutrition.

    No strings attached – we only ask that you rsvp to 860-441-6785 so that we know how many to expect. 

     

    Be an advocate. Be a voice. – CONTENT BY JUDY

    Posted on September 2, 2018 by Groton

    As we proceed towards the November elections, we’ll hear lots and lots of chatter. Some that we agreed with and some that we dislike greatly. But now is the time to voice your opinion on what matters the most to you. Do you find certain issues are not even mentioned by those who are running for office? Do you think that those running ignore you? Do you feel left out?

    Well now is the time. Call, email, text and/or write to those who are going to be on the ballot in November. Attend events where the politicians will be. Work on a campaign. Hold a sign stating what you want. And make your own sign if need be.

    If we continue to leave the outcome of the elections up to others we can not continue to complain about the direction our state and country are going in. We must give voice to what is important to us!

    I learned a long time ago that if 5 to 6 people contact a politician about any one issue, that issue is very important to a lot of people and they will respond. A recent example is Governor Malloy cut the Medicare Savings Program and when word got out lots of phone calls were made to CT Senators and Representatives and the program was fully restored.

    Your voice does matter! Be reasonable. Be rational. Your opinion is important. Tell your story about why change should be made and how that change should look.

    And you can make things better for lots of others when you become a part of the solution. Be a voice. Be an advocate.