Resources

Click here to visit the official Thrive55+ Active Living Center website.

Enhanced Benefits Checkup Counseling is BACK!!

Senior Resources Enhanced Benefits Checkup Coordinator, Lori Napolitano will be taking appointments here at Groton Senior Center twice a month on Tuesdays the following dates:

  • Screenings are appropriate for those seeking State/Federal Program assistance as well as Medicare Counseling.
  • Clients can be scheduled regardless of where they live in CT.  If an appointment is not available at the town they reside, clients will can schedule at another location.
  • Clients must come prepared for their appointment. Failure to come prepared impacts the client negatively.

Call 860-441-6785 to schedule.

TRANSPORTATION

As a rider on the Thrive 55+ transportation, the center provides a low cost ride to medical appointments and shopping for recommended $2 donation.

Transportation Information page

 

 

 

 

    Hey where are my friends? – Content by Judy

    We look around in today’s world and often notice we are looking down at a devise rather than at each other. It wasn’t long ago if you were waiting for your appointment, your turn to check out or for the movie to start that people were actually talking to each other.

    The chatting might have been about the wait, the weather or other insignificant things but we were engaging with each other.

    We humans are social animals. We fail to thrive as babies if we are not held, talked to and loved by others. The same holds true throughout our lives. We don’t want to be by ourselves 100% of the time. Oh, we like our alone time but soon find we want to be out and with others.

    Often the problem arises in today’s world of how do we make new friends? How do we gather?

    We have our routines where we go to family for the holidays. Off to this friend for Fourth of July. We belong to this club and volunteer over there.

    Then time passes. We have moved. They have moved. There was a spat. The club or volunteer work is no longer rewarding. Friends and family have died.

    We are more alone than we want to be… And it’s hard.

    It has become harder to make new friends. Where do you find them? How do you start?

    You could start by making a list of your friends and add to that list people you know who you would like to get to know better.

    Now think about the things you like to do or want to do. Try to pair up those things and those people on your list.

    When you think it might work, invite them to join you on that yard sale adventure or to go to the museum or how about the Farmer’s Market.

    You won’t get a yes, every time but keep trying. Don’t give up. Try, try again.

    And just try saying Hi to everyone you encounter during your week. Be the person you are looking for. Yes, I know it’s hard, but they are looking for friends too.

    And remember SeniorCenterCt.org is there to help you find those activities, events and trips to ask others to join you in.

    Set a goal. Make two new friends this year and do three things you have never done before. And that can lead to a fuller and more engaging life!

    Wednesday, May 15th- Active Living Expo and Technology Fair

    Time: 10:00am- 1:00pm

    FREE INFORMATION FOR ALL AGES ON BETTER LIVING.
    LUNCH WILL BE AVAILABLE IN OUR COASTAL CAFÉ.

    Vendors from the following:

    • HEALTH
    • INSURANCE
    • CLUBS
    • NUTRITION
    • HOMECARE
    • STATE PROGRAMS
    • LEGAL ISSUES
    • TECHNOLOGY
    • VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
    • TRIPS AND TRAVEL
    • OUTREACH
    • FINANCIAL INFORMATION
    • AND MUCH MUCH MORE!

    Come check out what we have and learn about new programs.

     

    MONDAY NIGHT BOOK READ starts Jan 14th

    MONDAY NIGHT BOOK READ :
    Younger Next Year: Live Strong, Fit, and Sexy – Until You’re 80 and Beyond By Chris Crowley and Henry S. Lodge

    Need a little extra motivation for your New Year’s resolution to get into shape? Join our book read, for inspiration, learning and support!

    Beginning Monday, January 14th 
    Monday night at 5 p.m. —6 p.m.
    Moderator: Monica Bengtson

    Call 860-441-6785 to sign or get more details.

    The book that show us how to turn back our biological clocks—how to put off 70% of the normal problems of aging (weakness, sore joints, bad balance) and eliminate 50% of serious illness and injury.

     

    Be ACTIVE with us!

    https://www.ourseniorcenter.com/find/groton-senior-center/bulletin/file/06-5014-20190101N.pdf#

     

     

     

     

     

    Foot Care Clinic- By Appointment Only

    VNA of SECT Health Services

    By appointment only, call 860-441-6785.

    Persons with Diabetes or circulatory issues are not appropriate for this clinic.

    Cost: $35.00

     

     

    Nutrition Counseling- Thursdays

    Nutrition Counseling  

    Time- 12:oopm-4:00pm

    Meet with a Registered Dietitian on weight management, heart healthy eating, diabetes, cancer and more.

    First visit – 1 hour (pre-req.)             $20

    Follow up visit – 1/2 hour             $10

    Call 860-441-6785 to schedule.