Programs

    Blood Pressure Screening

    Mark your calendars for the next Uncas Health District visit to the center.

    On Monday, July 8th we will have a nurse available from 12:45 – 1:45 p.m. to provide our free blood pressure screening. To verify the schedule, call 860-889-0770 on the clinic day to be made aware of any delay.

    July TVCCA Cafe Menu

    Our luncheon schedule for the month of July consists of the following meal selections:

    • Monday, July 1st: Meatballs Marinara, Pasta Shells w/Herbs, Green Beans, Sweet Treat, Apple Juice, Bread, Margarine and Beverage.

     

    • Monday, July 8th: American Chop Suey, Waxed Beans, Broccoli, Fresh
      Fruit, Bread, Margaine and Beverage

     

    • Monday, July 15th: Stuffed Chicken Kiev, Tater Tots, Cauliflower, Carrots & Snap Peas, Fresh Orange, Bread, Margarine and Beverage.

     

    • Monday, July 22nd: Salisbury Steak w/gravy, Herb Roasted Potatoes, Peas & Pearl Onions, Applesauce Cup, Bread, Margarine and Beverage.

     

    • Monday, July 29th: Country Style Chicken, Buttermilk Mashed Potatoes,
      Mixed Vegetables Medley, Sweet Treat, Grape Juice, Bread, Margarine and
      Beverage.

     

    The Café Program is designed for persons 60 years of age and older. There is a suggested donation of $3.00 per meal. Persons under the age of sixty are invited to attend but a fee will be charged for their participation.

    Registration can be made in person at the Preston Senior Center on Mondays (9-1:00 p.m.), Tuesday and Thursday (1-4:00 p.m.) or by telephoning the center during normal business hours at 860-889-0770. Messages may also be left at the Senior Affairs Office at 860-887-5581 ext. 6.

    Friday Luncheon Series

    We’re reinstating our Friday Luncheon Series this summer. Our plans are to visit local eateries, enjoy the company of friends and possibly make new friends. Lunch is on your own expense.

     

    Our dates are as follows:

    Friday, July 5th ………..Panda Express, New London

    Friday, July 19th ……….Groton Town House, Groton

    Friday, August 2nd ……Buon Appetito Restaurant, North Stonington

    Friday, August 9th ……..Village Pizza, Preston

     

    Departure times for the restaurants will generally be at 11:30 a.m.

    More detailed information will be available to registered people as the specific schedule unfolds.

    Please contact the Senior Affairs Office at 860-887-5581 ext. 6 to register for the specific restaurant.

    June Blood Pressure Screenings

    Uncas Health District Mobile Van will be at the Preston Senior Center on
    Monday, June 10th from 12:45 – 1:45 p.m. No appointments are necessary and it is a first come first serve basis. We apologize for the cancellation of the May 13th screening as illness of Uncas staff caused the need to cancel. For future screenings, you are encouraged to contact the senior center, on clinic day, to verify the schedule. The telephone number is 860-889-0770. We look forward to seeing you on Monday, June 10th

    June TVCCA Cafe Menu

    The Preston Senior Center participates in a weekly Café program through
    the TVCCA Elderly Nutrition Program. We are open on Monday’s (except holidays and inclement weather) and serve lunch at 11:30 a.m. Reservations are necessary and we ask that you call one week in advance of your planned participation. You may also sign-up in person at the senior center on Monday (9-1), Tuesday and Thursday (1-4) or by calling 860-889-0770 to make a reservation. There is a suggested donation of $3.00 for persons 60 years of age and older. Persons younger than 60 are welcome but a fee will be charged for their participation.

    June Menu:
    June 3rd: Stuffed Chicken Cordon Bleu, Rice Pilaf, Mixed Vegetables Medley, Sweet Treat, Orange Juice, Bread, Margarine and Beverage.
    June 10th: Salisbury Steak w/gravy, Parsley Steamed Potatoes, Corn w/Peppers & Onions, Fresh Orange, Bread, Margarine and Beverage.
    June 17th: BBQ Pulled Pork w/Bun, Baked Beans, Green & Yellow Squash, Diced Peaches, Bread, Margarine and Beverage.
    June 24th: Baked Cod w/Herbs & Tomatoes, Roasted Garlic Rice, Broccoli, Tropical Fruit Cup, Bread, Margarine and Beverage.

    Please remember to register in advance for the meal. Thank You.