THE SENIOR CONNECTION

THE SENIOR CONNECTION A Monthly Publication of programs, events, trips and news

for South Windsor residents 55+

150 Nevers Road 860-648-6361

White House Memories On Wednesday, August 11 at 10:00 AM former White House butler Alan DeValerio will be giving you an inside look on all it takes to put on an event at the White House. Not only will he relate his first-hand experiences, but he will pass on the stories from other people that he worked with. He will also display many White House artifacts that he has collected over the years. FREE! Call to register.

Ellis Island and Statue of Liberty With Joe the History Guy

… Gateway to America filled with dreams of a

better way of life for millions who only wanted

little more than an opportunity to escape

starvation, tyranny and despair in their

homeland. This story is about all of us today and

well worth a look-back to our own ancestors

making that frightening and unforgettable

journey to America. Join us in this special tribute

to a priceless landmark on Tuesday, August 17 at

1:00 PM. Free, call to register.

Pre-Plan Your Funeral On Tuesday, August 24 at 2:00 PM, staff from Samsel & Carmon Funeral Home will be at the center for a free, pre-planning seminar. Learn about the benefits of making funeral plans in advance. Veteran's Benefits will also be discussed. An increasing number of Americans are planning their own final arrangements in order to spare their families much of the emotional and financial burden. Call to register. FREE

August 2021

Celebrating 41 Years!

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South Windsor History With John Mason and Joe Krawski

South Windsor native John “Duke” Mason, is a floor man-turned-filmmaker and writer, who produces several YouTube and Facebook videos focusing on town history and people. He is the producer of the “Riding Shotgun with Joe Krawski” video shows, featuring former SWHS teacher and farmer 84-year-old Joe Krawski. For the past several years the two men have driven throughout South Windsor filming a variety of residents talking about historical events and places. He and Joe will show clips from their shows and discuss their mission to record town history. Join us on Thursday, August 12 at 11:00 AM for this interesting program! Free, call to register.

Meet and Greet with Town Manager

Join South Windsor’s Town Manager Michael Maniscalco on Friday, August 13 at 9:00 AM. Hear the latest on what is happening in town and enjoy coffee and pastries! FREE, call to register.

Breakfast from Brookdale Join us for an egg frittata, sausage, fruit, pastries and yogurt from Brookdale!

Tuesday, August 17 at 10 AM at the center. Cost is $5. Please pay and register in the office by 8/12.

CRT Lunches Resume and Special Lunches Scheduled! See inside for more details!

UPDATES: Masks are optional for people who are fully vaccinated; mandatory for those who are not. Advance registration is no longer required for many of our games, but we ask that you SWIPE in for

attendance and contact tracing purposes. Please continue to register for all exercise classes. If you need a “My Senior Center” swipe in card, please stop in the office or call Liz at 860-648-6361 ext. 3335.

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Adult and Senior Services Contact Information:

Main Number: 860-648-6361 Transportation: Cindy Malone ext. 3310

Program Sign Ups: Liz O’Brien ext. 3335

Lunch Reservations: Sharon Bosco ext. 3328

Program Coordinators: Barbara Konicki ext. 3339

Tiffany Lazur ext. 3340

CARES Coordinator: Amy Patterson ext. 3311

Caseworkers: Stephen Clapp ext. 3325

Susan Grundstrom ext. 3314

Asst. Dir. Adult & Senior Services: Lindsey Ravalese ext. 3319

Director of Human Services: Andrea Cofrancesco ext. 3316

Did you know? • There is a notary public available at the Community Center. Call to schedule an appointment: 860-648-6357.

• We have files of life! A free magnet for your fridge with

important emergency medical and contact information that is available to first responders when they are called

to your home.

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Mission The South Windsor Department of Human Services is a multi-generation service agency incorporating youth, adult and senior services. Our mission is to enable South Windsor residents to achieve and maintain personal and social well being by providing a variety of services, programs and resources that are both proactive and responsive to the community’s needs.

Adult and Senior Services Division Mission:

The Adult and Senior Services Division responds to the economic,

social and emotional needs of the adult and older citizens of South Windsor. This is accomplished through social service delivery, senior center programming, outreach and other supportive services.

South Windsor Senior Center August 2021

RENTER’S REBATE Did you rent an apartment in 2020? Are you 65 or totally disabled? Income limited to $37,600 for an individual, $45,800 for a couple. Documentation needed includes all income for 2020 which includes your 2020 1040 form and Social Security 1099 form or if you do not file taxes all 2020 1099 forms and proof of what you paid for rent and utilities for 2020. You can obtain printouts of your 2020 Eversource light and/or gas payments by calling Customer Service, we will not accept monthly bills. If you live at Watson Farm, Berry Patch or Hillcrest we have your rent history only, you must provide all the other documents. Call 860-648-6361 or your caseworker directly to arrange paperwork drop off.

Attention Manufactured/Mobile

Home Owners! If your home is…

• financed with an interest rate

of 6% or higher

• carries a remaining term of

5+ years

• has a balance between

$20,000 - $100,000

…you may be eligible to reduce

your interest rate to 1%!

To learn more: Call 1-844-281-4663 or visit:

https:www.chfa.org/mobilehome

Farmer’s Market Nutrition Program South Windsor Human Services will be receiving Farmer’s Market booklets from the Department of Agriculture in August. If your gross monthly income is at or below $1,986 for a single household or $2,686 for a married couple and you are 60 or over you may qualify. The booklets which total $18 can be used at the local farmer’s markets for fresh fruit, vegetables and honey. We do require proof of your income. Call your caseworker, or if you do not work with someone call 860-648-6361.

Caregiver Support Group The Caregiver Support Group will resume in September. If you would like to join the group, please contact Sue Grundstrom at 860-648-6359 or at [email protected] to be added to the email distribution. Have a great summer!

Medicare and Skilled Nursing Facility Coverage: How Does it Work?

On the surface, it appears relatively simple to qualify for a Medicare Covered Skilled Nursing Facility stay. The patient must have a three day stay at a hospital and must require and be receiving skilled care. There are, however, some important distinctions to make:

The three “days” are actually counted as three midnights. The patient needs to be classified as an “in-patient” for those three

midnights, not as “observation”. Both of these classifications may look the same in the hospital; same tests, treatments, etc. The classification can be changed, but you need to ask the treating physician.

Despite what the Skilled Nursing Facility says, the application of the “improvement standard” is actually illegal. Facilities may claim to have the right to end the skilled care, and thus the Medicare coverage, for a patient whose progress has plateaued. Legally, however, Medicare coverage applies as long as the patient is benefitting from the care, regardless of whether or not it is improving the patient’s status.

The patient may receive a “notice of non-coverage” if the facility decides that the patient no longer needs skilled care and then the Medicare coverage will end. The patient has the option to accept that decision or to appeal it. The appeal does not cost anything so it’s a good option to appeal. Important to remember, however, that if the appeal is lost, the patient will be responsible for the fees that have accrued during the appeal process.

For more information, self-help packets are available on Medicareadvocacy.org. For additional assistance with appeals, The Center for Medicare Advocacy can be reached by calling 860-456-7790. Our CHOICES trained staff can provide guidance as well: 860-648-6361.

SOCIAL SERVICES: 860-648-6361 Lindsey Ravalese ext. 3319; Steve Clapp ext. 3325, Sue Grundstrom ext. 3314


Gazebo Events All gazebo events are FREE and open to South Windsor residents only. Please call to register 860-648-6361 ext. 3335 or register online! Space is limited. Please note, transportation is not guaranteed to all of our gazebo events based on the timing of the event and driver availability. If you need bus transportation, please call to inquire about transportation.

Dog Days Join us in the Gazebo to learn about Therapy Dogs. Join Dayton and his two golden labs Georgia and Sky, who are

familiar faces here at the center! There will be

a themed treat, so don’t miss out! Friday, August 6 at 2:00 PM

Summertime S’mores Come make and enjoy some s’mores on the patio to celebrate National S’mores Day!

Yum! Tuesday, August 10 at 2:00 PM

Mocktail Hour

A variety of mocktails (cocktails without the alcohol!) and some

light snacks! Friday, August 20 at 3:00 PM

Start Your Day with a Laugh! We will share our jokes, and share any jokes you have! Following, we will have fun,

surprise snacks! Monday, August 23 at 9:00 AM

Yellow Dot Program The Yellow Dot Program is a “File of Life” for your car! Medical info, along with a photo, is kept in your glove box which is available to emergency responders. A sticker is put on the back windshield of your car which alerts staff to look in the glove box for your information. Please bring: A list of your medications, Emergency contact info and a smile...for your photo! Call Liz to schedule an appointment at the Community Center. 860-648-6361 ext. 3335.

File of Life Do you know what the File of Life is? It’s a magnetic pocket that contains information pertinent to you and other household members, such as health issues, medications and emergency contact information. In the event of an emergency, First Responders know to look for this on your refrigerator. Thank you to the Fire Department, we have a supply of Files of Life available, for FREE! Contact us at 860-648-6361 ext. 3335 to arrange for pick up or stop in the office!

South Windsor’s 175th Jubilee

September 17 & 18 Nevers Park Road

Enjoy food trucks, games, exhibits, live entertainment and other special events including a pie eating contest, rock climbing, volleyball tournament and much more! Friday Night Kick-Off 5:00—9:00 PM - Dedication Ceremony, Time Capsule & Fireworks. Saturday—Parade at 10:00 AM, car show, vintage baseball game at 12:00 PM, Savage Brothers 1:00—5:00 PM & after party event. More info coming!

NEW LOCATION: South Windsor Farmer’s

Market The South Windsor Farmer’s Market is

returning this season! Saturdays through September 11 at 220 Nevers Road from 9 AM to 1 PM. It is just a little ways past the community center in the empty field across from Ayers Road. More room for new vendors! Check out the Facebook page @SWPRD. Buy local!

Triad for Senior Safety


Stay Fit, Stay Well! Class Times/

Place

Session Dates Cost

Pickleball Mon. — Fri at 8:30 AM at TE Middle School

For more information call volunteer coordinator Dick Lane at 860-614-3348

FREE

Light Aerobics

with Linda

Monday & Thursday

8:00 AM

On-going

In person and on Zoom

FREE

Classic SS

(beginners) with Erin

Monday 1:00 PM

Thursday 1:30 PM

On-going

Silver Sneakers Class

In person Only

$3 per class or

Free SS

Strength Training Tuesdays 9:00 AM Begins 8/10/2021

New Program! On-going if enough interest. In person only

FREE

Chair Yoga

with Diana

Wednesdays and Fridays 10:00 AM

On-going

In person ONLY

FREE

Tai Chi With Rebecca

Monday 2:00 PM

On-going, sponsored by the Residence at South Windsor Farms

In Person Only

FREE

Walkers Group

(New folks always welcome to join us!)

Tuesdays & Thursdays at 8:30 AM

On-going

Meet at the pavilion at Nevers Park.

FREE

Chair Volleyball Wednesday 11:30 AM

On-going FREE

Walking with Tiffany Join Tiffany on, Wednesday, August 11 at 9 AM. Meet at the Pavilion at Nevers Park for a nice loop around this beautiful path. Get to know Tiffany! Please call to register.

Lets Play Pickleball! Indoor Pickleball New time on Tuesdays!

Tuesdays 10:30 AM to 1 PM & Thursdays 9:30 AM to 1 PM in the GYM at the Community Center. Call 860-648-6361 ext. 3335 to register. Space is limited, no walk-ins are allowed, residents have priority. Enter in the main door, you may exit the ramp entrance.

Outdoor Pickleball Outdoor Pickleball is available Monday through Friday at Timothy Edwards Middle School beginning at 8:30 AM. To sign up for updates via Team Reach, please contact volunteer Dick Lane directly at 860-614-3348. All safety guidelines are in place and monitored by volunteers.

Cornhole Tournament with Staff!

We had so much fun last month, we are doing it again! Join staff on Friday, August 27 at 2:00 PM for a cornhole tournament. We will have seniors teamed up with each other as well as staff for a competitive but fun game that will have you laughing! We provide the water, you bring your enthusiasm! At the Community Center. Call to register and let us know if you have a team of two or if you need to be paired with someone. Bring it on!

Chair Volleyball Wednesdays at 11:30 AM at

the community center this game will have you laughing! This games uses a beach ball! Come on down, no experience necessary and no skills required except you have to stay in your CHAIR! Try it! Call to register.

New Exercise Class! Stretch & Strength Training with Barbara

Tuesdays at 9 AM starting August 10. This class with help you build muscle, preserve bone density and aid in balance. If you have 2-5 pound weights and a mat, please bring them with you; we have a limited number of both weights and mats available for use. Call to register. FREE

Chair Yoga with Diana will now be Wednesdays and Fridays at 10 AM. She will no longer offer her Thursday class. These will both

be offered in person only.

A Note about Charges for Exercise Classes Over the past 16 months when we closed our doors due to the pandemic, we wanted people to still stay connected and stay healthy by offering our exercise programs on zoom for no charge. Beginning in September, all classes will have a fee.

Programs

Our regular hot lunch program, provided by Community Renewal Team (CRT) will be resuming Monday, August 23! Cost is a suggested donation of $3 per person or whatever you can afford. You must be 60 or over for these meals unless you are under 60 but married to someone 60 or over. Please call to register by 12 noon the day before, and by 12 noon on Friday for Monday meals. 860-648-6361 ext. 3328. If you call to register and can’t make it, please call to cancel so we can offer your meal to someone else. Please join us! Meals are served with bread and fruit or dessert. See below for the August menu:

Monday. August 23—Stuffed cabbage, noodles, beets Tuesday, August 24—Hot dog, baked beans, veggies Wednesday, August 25– Chicken, rice, veggies Thursday. August 26—Seafood Salad, sweet potato, veggies Friday, August 27—Macaroni & cheese, stewed tomatoes Monday, August 30—Meatloaf w/gravy, potatoes, veggies Tuesday, August 31—Stuffed pepper, pasta, veggies

Grab and Go Lunches Ending This service is ending when the in-house lunch program resumes. The last week for these grab and go meals will be Tuesday, August 17 unless otherwise notified.

Special Lunches Now fully staffed with things back to “normal,” we will be offering special lunches

until CRT resumes. These are a $3 charge, payable the day of. Register by 12 noon the day before by calling 860-648-6361 ext. 3328 or sign up at the lunch desk. If you register for a lunch and your plans change, please call to cancel. Meals will be served at 12 noon. Beverage and dessert will also be provided. You may substitute a peanut butter and jelly sandwich on the below dates. See the menu below!

Thursday, August 5: Macaroni & Cheese, vegetable Monday, August 9: Hot dog & baked beans, vegetable

Thursday, August 12: Pasta and meatballs, salad Monday, August 16: Pizza and salad

Thursday, August 19: Tuna salad sandwich and soup

New Times for Bingo in August

Mondays and Thursdays at 1:00 PM. For transportation, you will be brought in on the lunch run with pick-ups between 10-11 AM. No need to call for bingo, but you need to call for the bus.

Painting with Christine!

Join professional artist Christine MacClintic for a fun, easy painting class using acrylic paint on a 16x20 canvas. August’s painting will be of a beautiful sunfish under the sea. No experience needed, all materials supplied. Fridays, August 20 and 27 from 9:30 to 11:30 AM at the community center. Cost is $20 and includes all supplies. Class limited to 12, SW residents only. Registration begins 8/5.

Meditation and Mindfulness

What’s the difference and how are they related? If you think meditation is all about sitting cross-legged, closing your eyes, and chanting- it doesn’t have to be like that. Experience a short simple meditation and mindfulness exercise to get started. Darby Long is the presenter. Monday, August 23 at 11:00 AM. Free, call to register.

Coming Soon • AARP Safe Driver Course

• Annual Senior Picnic • Health & Safety Fair

• Evening Bingo and Hot Dogs!


Lunch Program Updates


Transportation Services Back on Regular Schedule

To request a Transportation Brochure, or to register for a ride, please call Cindy Malone, Transportation Coordinator, at 860-648-6361 ext. 3310.

MASKS ARE REQUIRED ON OUR BUS

Medical transportation is available to Manchester, South Windsor, Glastonbury, Vernon, East Hartford and Hartford. To book a ride, please register at least two days in advance. 860-648-6361 ext. 3310.

IN TOWN GROCERY STORES: Stop and Shop, Geissler’s

on Wednesday and Friday mornings. Call to schedule your ride by noon the day before.

Our bus will go to the South Windsor Aldi on Fridays! Call to register!

Social Distancing guidelines have been removed, so full capacity is allowed on our buses. Masks are still required on public transportation at all times (per state guidelines).

Transportation Services

Stay Connected With Us!

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Do you want to get our weekly emails with helpful information and reminders from us?

Email: [email protected]

ELDER WELLNESS A nurse from Homecare VNA will be at the

center the 1st and 3rd Thursdays to check your blood pressure, blood sugar and to talk to you about your general health. This is no longer a drop in service, appointments are required by

calling 860-648-6361 ext. 3335 ~ FREE Thursdays, August 5 and 19 from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM

FOOT CARE ~$29.00 Please note, the price for this service will be going up to $30 beginning September.

Twice a month by appointment Call 860-648-6361 ext. 3335 for the next

available appointment.

HEARING CLINIC ~ Free

Quarterly: Next date is in October Barbara B. Feehan, Audiologist from Feehan

Hearing Center in South Windsor will be providing complimentary hearing screenings

and hearing aid cleaning and service. Call for an appointment.

Therapeutic Massage: Missy will be at the center on Fridays, August 13, 20 and 27. Cost is $30 payable that day. Call 860-648-6361 ext. 3335 for an appointment. They book up fast!

MEDICAL LOANING CLOSET Wheelchairs, walkers, commodes and other items are available at the Center to borrow for free. Items vary, please

call if you need anything AND call if you want to donate anything. Space is limited. Call Steve Clapp to inquire 860-648-6361 ext. 3325.

Old Cell Phones We can take your old cell phones off your hands! The center receives a small stipend from a non-profit cell phone bank. Please drop them off in the office.

Health Services

Trip Survey...Tell Us What YOU Want! Which of our past trips have you liked?

Which did you not like? Are there any new places you would like to go?

Give Tiffany a call at 860-648-6399 or email at [email protected] and let her know your

thoughts and ideas!


We Have State of the Art Equipment Cardio:

Treadmills, NuStep Machines, Elliptical Trainers, Recumbent Bike

Resistance Training: Lat Press, Shoulder Press, Bicep/Tricep Extension,

Medicine Balls Seated Leg Extension/Leg Curl

Incline Weight Bench Dumbbells

To Join Fit For Life Fitness Center you must:

• Be 55 years of age or older • Have a medical clearance form signed by

your doctor • Register at the front desk

Make an appointment for orientation with a staff person who will teach you how to use the equipment and design a program based

on your health. Call Tiffany at 860-648-6361 ext. 3339.

Fit for Life Fitness Center The Fitness Center is Open!

We are currently accepting new members to our fitness center! One-on-one instruction on how to use the equipment will be available to South Windsor residents 55+ by appointment. Tiffany Lazur is available to train you on the equipment or give you a refresher. If you are interested please call ext. 3340. Membership is free until September when charges will apply. More information on the rates in upcoming newsletters. Non-residents will be able to join in September.

No cost for residents until September. Take advantage of this free service for

the summer!

In September, fees will apply: Cost for Residents: $30 for 3 months, $50 for 6 months, $75 for 1 year

Cost for Non-Residents: $50 for 3 months, $75 for 6 months, $100 for 1 year

CARES Program Resumes Space is Available in C.A.R.E.S.

Center Activity Recreation Exercise Socialization The “CARES” group is for residents over sixty and meets five days a week from 9:30-12:30 PM. The charge is $3 per day and is billed monthly. Lunch will resume on August 23 (bring $3 donation for lunch daily). CARES offers a variety of activities including music, crafts, games, reminiscence, current events, exercise, and holiday celebrations. If you have limitations or disabilities, but do not need medical or self-care assistance while in the group, you may qualify to attend. Call Lindsey at 860-648-6361 ext. 3319 for more information.

In-Person Tech Help with Tiffany

In-person help with your technology device is available!

Tiffany Lazur, Program Coordinator, will be available to assist you with any device such as your smart phone, laptop, or tablet—including Kindles! Get help with Zoom, Facebook and other apps, Email, Photos, and much more! Please come with questions. Call 860-648-6399 to make an appointment.

School Supplies Drive Each year we assist South Windsor students with a variety of school supplies. We are looking for donations of brand new items including: notebooks, white lined paper, pens/pencils, erasers, 3-ring binders, lunch boxes and ice packs. Please drop them off in the office or in the box in the lobby. Thank you!


Adventure Club Please note these guidelines:

• The programs listed below NO LONGER require advance registration.

• Please SWIPE in using your key tag. If you do not have one, please stop in the office or call ext. 3335.

• Priority is given to residents. • Masks are optional if you are fully vaccinated.

• Entrance is through the front doors only, exit any door

Bingo ~ Mondays and Thursdays at 1:00 PM (call for bus) Bridge ~ Mondays and Fridays at 9:00 AM Poker ~ Mondays at 1:00 PM Setback ~ Mondays at 1:00 PM and Wednesdays at 6:00 PM Samba ~ Tuesdays at 12:30 PM Cribbage ~ Tuesdays at 6:00 PM beginning 8/3 Hand, Knee & Foot ~ Wednesdays at 12:30 PM Duplicate Bridge ~ Wednesdays at 1:00 PM Mahjong (American) ~ Thursdays at 10:00 AM Billiards in Teen Center ~ Fridays at 10 AM Mexican Train Dominoes ~ Fridays at 1:00 PM Knitters Group ~ Wednesdays 9 AM to 11:30 AM Ceramics ~ Thursdays 9:00 AM to 11:30 AM

Veteran’s Social Hour! Join us at the center for our veterans chat! Representatives from the American Legion will be at

the community center. Thursday, August 19 at 9:00 AM. Call the American Legion with questions, no need to register.

Questions about Veterans Benefits? Stop in anytime on Thursday, August 5 from 10:30-12 noon to talk with reps from the American Legion. Learn about benefits, ask questions, meet your American Legion reps! No need to sign up, just show up!

Cards and Games and More Bluff Point Beach

Hike

Bluff Point Coastal Reserve offers the visitor a delightful mixture of wooded hiking and biking trails coupled with spectacular wildlife viewing on Long Island Sound. We will hike a 3.6 mile loop. Please wear comfortable hiking shoes, bring water and snacks. We will be going out to lunch after our hike. Please bring money for lunch. The bus will leave the community center on Wednesday, August 18 at 9:30 AM and return approximately 3:30 PM.

Northwest Park Hike Much of Northwest Park in Windsor is a former tobacco farmland situated on the

Farmington River now with diverse forests, fields, and wetlands. We will hike 3-5 miles and then enjoy a picnic lunch in the park. Please wear comfortable hiking shoes. Bring water, snack and a picnic lunch. The bus will leave the center at 9:00 AM on Sunday, August 29 and will return approximately 1:00 PM. We need 10 people to use the bus. If we are under 10 we will carpool to the park. Register ASAP!

Let’s go Kayaking! Tuesday, August 31 at 10:30 AM the bus will leave the center to head to Collinsville to kayak along the Farmington River. Following, we will enjoy lunch at a local restaurant. Cost for kayaking is $25 and includes transportation, instruction and rental. Please bring money for lunch. We need a minimum of 10 people. Please register by August 20. Approximate return time 3:00 PM.

Did you notice our Building Enhancements!?

Push Buttons: Did you notice we have now have push buttons into the ladie’s and men’s restrooms near the Human Services office? This will make it easier for those with walkers and wheelchairs!

Water Fountain: Our water fountain (original to the building) has been changed to one that can refill water bottles! So bring your own refillable water bottle for a free and healthy beverage! It’s important to stay hydrated!


Trips: Residents Register Thursday, 8/5 at 8 AM; Nonresidents register Thursday, 8/12 at 8 AM as space allows.

Ceramics Trip Want to join our ceramics group but have nothing to paint? It’s hard to find ceramic items these days, so we are bringing you to Chicopee, MA to a place that sells a variety of items. The bus departs the center on Friday, August 20 at 9:30 AM. Return time will depend on how long it takes for you to shop! Bring money to buy what you would like. Call to register.

Policies for Trips Sign Ups:

♦ Sign up for newly advertised trips is the 1st Thursday of each month beginning at 8:00 AM for SW residents. You may register for yourself and one other resident on sign-up day.

♦ NEW DATE for non residents: Non-residents may sign up beginning the following week, the second Thursday of the month, if space allows.

♦ All trips are open to those age 55 or older unless otherwise noted.

♦ If a person cancels a trip for any reason, no refunds will be given once payment is received unless we are able to fill your spot on the trip. We will call our wait list, if any, and make every effort to fill your spot in order to be refunded.

Checks should be written out to the Town of South Windsor unless otherwise noted.

Richie Mitnick at The Aqua Turf Club

Come with us to spend an afternoon with Richie Mitnick and his band of friends at the Aquaturf on Tuesday, August 17! Richie is back to keep you in the swing of summer fun! He always knows the best songs to play to get you going on the dance floor! Enjoy an afternoon of camaraderie and easy listening music! Cost is $50 and includes a family style meal of Salad, Pasta, Chicken Florentine, Baked Scrod, Vegetable, Potato, Dessert. The bus will depart the Center at 10:00 AM and will return approximately 3:45 PM.

Weekend Dine-Out at Beni’s

Enjoy a lunch out at Benis in Vernon on Saturday, August 28. Get the best American cuisine in the area made from fresh ingredients! From comfort food to something new, they serve it all. The bus will be departing the center at 11 AM and returning to the center at approx. 1 PM.

CT Day at the Big E It’s that time of year again! Come out to New England's GREATEST Fair: the Eastern States Exposition, on Wednesday, September 22. Enjoy crafts, live stock, rides, food, and shows. The 22nd is Connecticut day and all parades and exhibits will have fun information about the state. Cost is $15 and includes transportation and fair admission. Our bus will depart the Center at 10:00 AM and return approx. 4:00 PM.

Hartford Yard Goats Anyone!??

On Friday, September 17 we want to plan a trip to Dunkin’ Donuts Park for a Yard Goads game

against the Red Sox Affiliate the Portland Sea Dogs for Pride Night presented by the Connecticut Gay & Lesbian Chamber. We cannot purchase tickets until we know how many of you will attend! Please sign-up if you would like to go so we know how many tickets to purchase! The bus will depart the Senior Center at approx. 6 PM and return at approx. 10 PM . Cost will be $15-20 based on available seating at time of booking. CALL ASAP!

Trip Ideas? If you have ideas as to where you would like us to go, day trips, dine-outs, or overnight, please write your suggestions on the “wish list” bulletin board in the banquet hall or contact T i f f a n y a t 8 6 0 - 6 4 8 - 6 3 9 9 o r [email protected] Please note, we are looking for new bus drivers,

so our offerings will be limited until we find new drivers.

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August 2021

5 Resident Sign Up Day 8:00 AM (H) Lite Aerobics 8:00 AM Walkers (at Nevers Park) 8:30 AM (IP) Ceramics 9:00 AM (IP) Pickleball 9:30 AM (IP) Mahjong 10:.0 AM (IP) Veterans Benefits 10:30-12:00 PM (IP) Nurse By appointment IP) Special Lunch 12:00 PM (IP) BINGO 1:00 PM (IP) Silver Sneakers 1:30 PM

30 WEEKEND PROGRAMS (Z) Mat Yoga Saturdays at 10:00 AM Weekend Dine Out Benis Saturday, 8/28 11 AM North West Park Hike/ Picnic Lunch Sunday 8/29 9:00AM * Outdoor Pickleball at Timothy Ed-wards 9:00 AM Mon-Friday

(IP) Foot Care By appointment (H) Lite Aerobics 8:00 AM

(IP) Bridge 9:00AM

(IP) BINGO 1:00 PM

(IP) Setback 1:00PM

(IP) Poker 1:00PM

(IP) Silver Sneakers 1:00 PM

(IP) Tai Chi 2:00 PM

(IP) Bridge 9:00 AM

(IP) Billiards 10:00 AM

(IP) Chair Yoga 10:00 PM

(IP) Mexican Train 1:00 PM

(IP) Dog Days 2:00 PM

(H) Lite Aerobics 8:00 AM (IP) Bridge 9:00 AM (IP) Special Lunch 12:00 PM (IP) Setback Starts 1:00 PM

(IP) BINGO 1:00 PM (IP) Poker 1:00 PM (IP) Silver Sneakers 1:00 PM (IP) Tai Chi 2:00 PM

(IP) Foot Care By appointment

(IP) Walking With Tiffany 9:00 AM

(IP) Knitters Group 9-11:30 AM

(H) Chair Yoga 10:00 AM

(IP) White House Memories 10:00 AM (IP) Chair Volleyball 11:30 AM

(IP) Hand, Knee, Foot 12:30 PM

(IP) Dup. Bridge 1:00 PM (IP) Setback 6:00 PM

(IP) Bluff Point Beach Hike 9:30 AM (IP) Knitters Group 9-11:30 AM (H) Chair Yoga 10:00 AM (IP) Chair Volleyball 11:30 AM

(IP) Hand, Knee, Foot 12:30 PM

(IP) Duplicate Bridge 1:00 PM

(IP) Setback 6:00 PM



(IP) Chair Volleyball 11:30 AM (IP) Lunch 12:00 PM (IP) Hand, Knee, Foot 12:30 PM (IP) Duplicate Bridge 1:00 PM


(IP) Footcare By appointment

(H) Lite Aerobics 8:00 AM

(IP) Bridge 9:00AM

(IP) Special Lunch 12:00 PM

(IP) BNGO 1:00 PM

(IP) Setback 1:00 PM (IP) Poker 1:00 PM (IP) SilverSneakers 1:00 PM


(H) Lite Aerobics 8:00 AM

(IP) Bridge 9:00AM (IP) Morning Laughter 9:00 AM

(IP) Meditation and Mindfullness

11:00 AM

(IP) Lunch 12:00 PM (IP) BINGO 1:00 PM

(IP) Setback 1:00PM

(IP) Poker 1:00 PM (IP) Silver Sneakers 1:00 PM


(IP) Footcare By appointment

Walkers (meet at Nevers) 8:30 AM (IP) Stretch & Strength 9:00 AM

(IP) Pickleball 10:30 AM

(IP) Grab and Go Pick Up 12:00 PM

(IP) Samba 12:30 PM

(IP) Summertime S'mores

2:00 PM

(IP) Cribbage 6:00 PM

Walkers (meet at Nevers Park)

8:30 AM

(IP)Stretch & Strength 9:00 AM (IP) Breakfast From Brookdale

10:00 AM


Ritchie Mitnik at the Aqua Turf Club

11:00 AM

Grab and Go Pick Up 12:00-12:30 PM (IP) Samba 12:30 PM (IP) Joe the History Guy 1:00 PM



8:30 AM

Pickleball 9:00 AM Stretch & Strength 10:30 AM Lunch 12:00 PM (IP) Samba 12:30 PM

(IP) Preplan Your Funeral 2:00 PM


(IP) Non-resident Sign Up Day 8:00 AM

(H) Lite Aerobics 8:00 AM Walkers (meet at Nevers) 8:30 AM

(IP) Ceramics 9:00 AM


(IP) Mahjong 10:00 AM

(IP) South Windsor History 11:00 AM

(IP) Special Lunch 12:00 PM (IP) BINGO 1:00 PM


(H) Lite Aerobics 8:00 AM Walkers (meet at Nevers) 8:30 AM (IP) Nurse By appointment (IP) Ceramics 9:00 AM (IP) Vets Social Hour 9:00 AM


(IP) Mahjong 10:00 AM (IP) Special Lunch 12:00 PM


(IP) BINGO 1:00 PM

(H) Lite Aerobics 8:00 AM Walkers (at Nevers Park) 8:30 AM (IP) Ceramics 9:00 AM (IP) Pickleball 9:30 AM (IP) Mahjong 10:00 AM (IP) Lunch 12:00 PM (IP) Silver Sneakers 1:30 PM (IP) BINGO 1:00 PM

Therapeutic Massage By appointment (IP) Bridge 9:00 AM (IP) Meet & Greet with Town Manager

9:00 AM

(IP) Billiards 10:00 AM (IP) Chair Yoga 10:00 PM


Ceramics Trip 9:30 AM

Therapeutic Massage By appointment

(IP) Bridge 9:00 AM

(IP) Art Class 9:30 AM




(IP) Mocktail Hour 3:00 PM

(IP) Bridge 9:00 AM

Therapeutic Massage By appointment

(IP) Art Class 9:30 AM



(IP) Lunch 12:00 PM

(IP) Mexican Train 1:00 PM (IP) Cornhole Tournament 2:00 PM


8:30 AM

Pickleball 10:30 AM

Grab and Go Pick Up 12:00-12:30 PM

(IP) Samba 12:30 PM


31 KEY

Use this key to refer to how each program will be offered

IP = IN PERSON H = HYBRID Z = ZOOM



(IP) Chair Volleyball 11:30 AM (IP) Hand, Knee, Foot 12:30 PM (IP) Duplicate Bridge 1:00 PM (IP) Setback 6:00 PM

(IP) Lite Aerobics 8:00 AM

(IP) Bridge 9:00 AM (IP) Lunch

(IP) BINGO 1:00 PM


(IP) Poker 1:00 PM

(IP) SilverSneakers 1:00 PM


(IP) Walkers (meet at Nevers Park)

8:30 AM

(IP) Stretch & Strength 9:00 AM


Kayaking Trip 10:30 AM (IP) Lunch 12:00 PM (IP) Samba 12:30 PM (IP) Cribbage 6:00 PM

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