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

 

 

 

 

    Avalonia Land Conservancy presentation at 1 pm Monday, June 12th

    Posted on June 10, 2017 by Groton

    MONDAY June 12th at 1pm we have a unique OATS program  in which Avalonia Land Conservancy will discuss and demo their new HIKE & SEEK program.  This will take place in the Groton Senior Center Technology Center.

    Avalonia Hike and Seek encourages exploration of our beautiful preserves by children, families and the general public through a scavenger hunt format. It allows participants to use technology and social media in a simple, positive way to learn about the nature of each preserve, encourage observations, and to interact with others engaged in the same activity. An incentive to leave no child inside!

    As always , please call 860-441-6785 to sign up for this FREE OAT presentation if you plan to join us!

    http://avalonialandconservancy.org/hike-and-seek/

    Tuesday, June 13th at 5 pm Fidelco Guide Dogs Foundation

    Posted on June 9, 2017 by Groton

    OPEN TO ALL!!  Not just for those 55 plus!

    Join us for dinner and a presentation.  Dinner begins at 5:30 and is just $6 per person.

    Presentation is from 6-7 p.m.


    Fidelco Guide Dogs are life-changing German Shepherd guide dogs. The visiting presenter will have a German Shepherd with them, in harness, and will discuss what the mission of Fidelco is and how their German Shepherd puppies become guide dogs. A question and answer period will follow.

    Fidelco Guide Dog  Foundation is committed to partnering men and women who are blind with their elite breed of German Shepherd Guide Dogs. Learn more about the Foundation and their work in our community at this special presentation.
    Menu: Baked fish, potatoes, broccoli mixed vegetables, dessert, and punch.

    (860) 441-6785

     

    Today is our annual ACTIVE LIVING EXPO 10 am to 1 pm

    Posted on May 22, 2017 by Groton

    COME ON DOWN! The price is right – FREE!

    Today is our annual ACTIVE LIVING EXPO 10 am to 1 pm !!


    We have a huge variety of vendors/agencies/services here today just for you and your loved one(s). There is something for everyone today and it a good time!

    THis is OPEN TO THE PUBLIC and to all ages – the gist of it is to enhance the lives of our 55 plus patrons – perhaps that is you, your loved one or someone you care for.

    EMERGENCY INFO- All Call Is Back!

    Posted on May 6, 2017 by Groton

    The Town of Groton Emergency Management System has a system to generate a call when a class is canceled. This is similar to the system that was previously used. The call will come from 860-445-2000 and will say the Town of Groton has an emergency message and it will then say the message. This system will be used to notify everyone of any changes made to their schedule due to cancellation, weather, or other related reasons. Please listen to the whole message.

    STAFF UPDATE Welcome to our two newest staff members!

    Posted on May 6, 2017 by Groton

    Jennifer Meakem (left) and Kirsti Zarn (right) are joining the Senior Center at the front desk.

    Jennifer previously worked for Connecticut College. She is a Mystic resident, wife, and mother of a 5 year old little girl, Brooklyn.

    Kirsti has worked for The Town Of Groton for 10 years starting as the Mail Courier and later with the Parks and Recreation department. She lives in Norwich with her husband and has a grown son.

    Stop by and say hi to Jennifer and Kirsti next time you’re in the Center!