Programs

    Downsizing Demystified

    Thursday, April 18th at 10:00 a.m.

    Presentation by Shelia Gavish of Amston Transition Solutions

    Join Shelia Gavish from Amston Home Transitions as she shares her expert knowledge on going from “downsizing” to “rightsizing” your home.  Learn tips and tricks that will set you up for success and show you that living with less can be an overall positive experience!

    Topics of discussion will include: What is downsizing?  Where did all of this stuff come from?  The emotions of downsizing.  How to downsize in three simple steps.  Tips on decluttering.

    Handouts to be given: Downsizing Resource Guide and A List of 100 Things You Can Throw Away!

    Please sign up at Reception if you will be attending.

     

    Air Quality Talk

    Wednesday, April 24th at 11:00 a.m.

     

    John Monahan from AERUS will be sharing information about air quality in your home.  AERUS is a company that provides home air and water purification systems.

    John will be covering the three categories of home air pollution ~ Allergens & Particulates, Infectious Agents, and Toxic Compounds.  He will also be discussing  the possible negative health effects of these pollutants in your home.  Attendees will  be able to receive a FREE air quality inspection for your home (a $149.00 value).

    Please sign up at Reception if you will be attending.

     

    Generations Family Health Center

    Wednesday, April 24th from 11:45 a.m. – 12:45 p.m.

    A community health worker from Generations Family Health Center will be at the Senior Center to discuss the health care services they offer.  Generations offers access to

    Primary Care (Medical, Dental and Behavioral Health) and is currently accepting new patients of all ages.  Generations also offers assistance with insurance applications, a Sliding Fee Scale available, assistance with linkages to financial benefits, and can help you to afford your prescriptions.

    Drop-in between 11:45 a.m. – 12:45 p.m. to discuss your heath care needs.  Appointment not needed.

    Generations Family Health Center is located at 330 Washington Street, Norwich.

     

    AARP Driver Safety- Smart Driver Course

    Thursday, April 25th from 9:00am-1:00pm

    (please arrive by 8:45am)

     

    The AARP Smart Driver™ course, is a classroom based refresher course for drivers age 50 and older.  Auto insurance companies in most states provide a multi-year discount after showing proof of completing the course.  Consult your auto insurance company on discounts available to you.

    Cost: $20 AARP Members (bring your AARP Card)  /  $25 AARP Non-Members

    Pay directly to AARP by check or exact cash on the day of the class. 

    You must sign up to take the class.  Sign up at Reception ~ Space is Limited.

     

    Upcoming Class: Pilates

    Starting May 7th 

    Tuesdays  9:00 a.m.

     

    Pilates Instructor: Lisa Weir

    Based on Joseph Pilates’ mat-work exercises, this Pilates class is designed to strengthen the core, abdominals, back, shoulders and hips with total mind & body core conditioning.

    Carefully designed postures implement Joseph Pilates’ technique to improve strength, flexibility and muscle tone while using isometric resistance, rhythm and visualization techniques.  Pilates develops control and endurance in the whole human body.

    This class is a floor based exercise class.  Bring a Yoga or Pilates mat with you.