Programs

    Kitchen Volunteers Needed!

    We are looking for volunteers to help in the Senior Center Kitchen in the morning.  You will work under the direction of the TVCCA Café Site Server.  You will assist in prepping TVCCA Meals on Wheels food bags along with assisting in our kitchen for the Senior Center lunch.

    Lunch assistance may include preparing silverware and trays, help plate and serve food, cleaning up after lunch and running the dishwasher.  This position involves standing, bending, lifting, carrying, etc.  Help is needed weekdays from 9:30a.m.-12:30p.m.

    Call Hilary if you have questions or are interested.  (860) 889-5960  

     

    Inclement Weather Notice

    If the area experiences bad weather – classes, programs and transportation may be cancelled OR the Senior Center may be closed.

    Weather related cancellations and closings are posted on

    WFSB TV Channel 3, WICH-1310AM or WCTY-97.7 FM radio stations.

    **We are listed as ROSE CITY SENIOR CENTER for cancellations and closings.**

    MEDICARE OPEN ENROLLMENT – Deadline to make changes to your plan is December 7th

    Medicare Part C (Advantage Plans) and Part D (Prescription Drug Coverage).

    Medicare health plans and prescription drug plans can make changes each year to things like cost, coverage providers and pharmacies.  During open enrollment, you have the opportunity to review and make changes to your plan.  Schedule an appointment to re-evaluate your current plan.

    Norwich Residents ~ Please call Carolyn for an appointment (860) 889-5960

    Medicare Benefits Counselor Natalie is also available to assist any seniors,

    60 years and older, who live in New London County.

    NL County Residents 60+ ~ Please leave a message for Natalie (860) 889-5960

     

    TVCCA ~ Assistance Programs

    Programs designed to help offset the costs for lower income households. 

    Eligibility is based on income, family size, assets, and expenses.

    CT Energy Assistance ~ Provides assistance towards a homes primary source of heat – oil, natural gas, electricity, propane, kerosene, coal, wood or wood pellets.

    CT Water Assistance ~ Provides assistance towards disconnection of household water services; reduction of overdue water bills; and prevention of service disconnection.  Help is available for both household water and wastewater bills.  Eligible households can qualify for up to $1,000.

    Income Limits: 

    Household Size:  Annual Income

    1  –  $39,761

    2 –  $51,996

    3 –  $64,230

    ► Last Day to Apply: May 31, 2023

    Payments are made directly to your utility, fuel or water provider.

    For an appointment or for additional information, please call TVCCA (860) 425-6681

     

    AARP Income Tax Assistance

    If you wish to have your taxes done, starting at 9:00a.m. on January 3rd please call the Senior Center or stop by the reception desk to schedule an appointment.  Appointments are available Tuesdays or Thursdays starting in February through early April.

    This is a free-of-charge service with an AARP Foundation Tax-Aide volunteer.

    (860) 889-5960.  Do not wait, appointments book up quickly!