Tech Help at Preston Public Library
TECH help is available at the Preston Public Library on Saturdays during
March. The dates available are March 9th, 16th and 23rd. Sign up for a 20-minute session from 11:00 – 11:20, 11:20 – 11:40 and 11:40 – 12:00 noon. Please call the Preston Public Library at 860-886-1010 to schedule your appointment. This program was made possible by a grant from the Preston Fund of the Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut.
Connecticut Legal Services Presentation
We are pleased to announce that we have invited Attorney Leah Pollard Schad of Connecticut Legal Service to attend a special presentation on Wills, Living Wills, Health Care Proxies, Powers of Attorney and Conservatorships on Wednesday, April 24th at 1:00 p.m. The doors to the Preston Senior Center will open at 12:30 p.m. Limited seating is available. Bring your questions and concerns and have them addressed by Attorney Pollard Shad.
CLS is Connecticut’s largest not for profit law firm. “Our mission is to
provide access to justice and protect the critical civil legal rights of low-income
individuals and families through representation, systemic advocacy, advice,
collaboration, and education. We serve low-income families in 122 of the 169
Connecticut communities (our sister agencies serve areas of greater Hartford and
greater New Haven). Our service area includes hundreds of thousands of families
eligible for our services. We protect and secure critical civil legal rights for our
clients and advance access to justice for all Connecticut residents. We produce
optimal individual and community results, and continuously strive to increase the impact and efficiency of our work. Our staff are our greatest asset. They are
supported by their work environment and enriched by the individual and
collective difference they make.
Our partners, funders, and the communities we serve view us as a trusted
partner and recognized leader. Our Board members are active ambassadors for
our organization and create access to resources, expertise, and relationships to
support our work”.
Monthly Blood Pressure Screenings by UNCAS Health
The 2nd Monday of each month from 12:45-1:45pm
Beginning on March 11th
Nurses from Uncas Health District will be available at the Preston Senior Center to take blood pressures and answer health question which you may have. There is no charge to this important service and all are welcome to participate.
No appointments are necessary and it is a first come, first serve basis.
March TVCCA Cafe Menu
We will be offering a “Special Meal” on Monday, March 18th to our
participants. It will be the St. Patrick’s Day Celebration meal which will include
Corned Beef & Cabbage, Steamed Potatoes, Sliced Carrots, Dinner Roll &
Margarine, Irish Soda Bread, Apple Juice, and beverage. There is a suggested
donation for this meal only of $4.50. To register for the meal, please make your
selection by Monday, March 11th
Contact the senior center directly at 860-889- 0770 or by leaving a message at the Senior Affairs Office at 860-887-5581 ext.6 leaving your name, phone number and day(s) which you choose to participate.
The entire calendar of March includes the following menu selections:
March 4th: Stuffed Chicken Kiev, Rice Pilaf, Green Beans, Fresh Oranges, Bread, Margarine and beverage.
March 11th: Meatballs Marinara, Pasta Shells w/Herbs, Peas, Mandarin Oranges, Bread, Margarine and beverage.
March 18th: Corned Beef & Cabbage menu as previously stated with the
suggested donation of $4.50 per person 60 years of age and older.
March 25th: Beef Stew, Steamed Parsley Potatoes, Broccoli, Birthday Treat, Orange Juice, Bread, Margarine and beverage.
The suggested donation for the meal program is $3.00 per person who is 60
years of age or older with the exception of a “Special Meal” which has an increase
over the normal suggested donation amount. If you have any question regarding
February TVCCA Cafe Menu
Our TVCCA Café Program for the month of February will include the
following menu selections:
Monday, February 5th: Sloppy Joe w/Bun, Tater Tots, Snap Peas, Sweet Treat. Grape Juice and Beverage.
Monday, February 12th: Beef Stroganoff, Penne Pasta, Broccoli, Diced Pears,
Bread, Margarine and Beverage
Monday, February 19th: Program Closed in celebration of President’s Day
Monday, February 26th: Country Fried Beef Steak, Buttermilk Mashed Potatoes, Corn w/Peppers & Onions, Fresh Fruit, Bread, Margarine and Beverage.
Lunch is served at 11:30 a.m. and registrations are necessary to participate
in the meal. There is a suggested donation request of $3.00 per person for
individuals 60 years of age and older. Persons under the age of 60 years are
welcome to attend but will be charged a fee to participate. Please make your
luncheon reservations a minimum of one week in advance of the date you plan on
attending. You can contact the Senior Affairs Office at 860-887-5581 ext. 6 or the
Preston Senior Center at 860-889-0770 to make your reservation. We look
forward to seeing you soon.