News Flash

Posted on: September 5, 2023

September is National Senior Center Month!

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September is National Senior Center Month! The theme for 2023 is “Discover Yours”.  Senior Centers are a great place to discover new information, new friends, new skills and a new sense of community.  We’d lo...

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Senior & Disabled Center
Posted on: August 21, 2023

West Nile Virus: Be Aware. Take Care.

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A message from our friends at the Central CT Health District! Mosquitos carrying the West Nile Virus have been found in Wethersfield. Here's what you can do to keep yourself safe: 

The most effective way to avoid getting sick from mosquit...

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Senior & Disabled Center
Posted on: August 10, 2023

Save the Date for EXPO 2023!

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We're excited to announce that the Senior & Disabled Center EXPO is returning for the first time since 2019!  EXPO 2023 is scheduled for Thursday, November 16, from 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

The EXPO t's the area's prem...

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Senior & Disabled Center
Posted on: September 20, 2023

Thank You Giving Garden Volunteers!

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The Senior & Disabled Center’s Giving Garden is an organic raised-bed garden located in the back yard of the Center.  Garden volunteers plan, plant, maintain and harvest organic produce and herbs to benefit the Newington Human Services Food b...

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Senior & Disabled Center
Posted on: September 16, 2023

Free Monthly Blood Pressure Clinic

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MONTHLY BLOOD PRESSURE CLINICS

Second Tuesday of Every Month 12:30 - 1:30 p.m.

Blood pressure clinics will be provided by Karen Bellini, R.N. of Berlin VNA the second Tuesday of each month.  Stop by the health office between 12:30 - 1:30 p.m, to ch...

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Senior & Disabled Center
Posted on: July 2, 2023

Durable Medical Equipment - Available for Residents to Borrow

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Did you know that the Senior & Disabled Center has a durable medical equipment lending program?   Folks recovering from a recent illness or injury or who find themselves with changing accessibility needs are welcome to borrow equipment such a...

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Senior & Disabled Center
Posted on: September 5, 2023

The Gift Shop is Open & Accepting Consignment Appointments!

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The volunteer-run gift shop offers a variety of items for your gift-giving needs, or, treat yourself to something special!  Our current stock includes collectables, glass wear, seasonal and classic home décor, high-quality costume jewelry, purses...

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Senior & Disabled Center
Posted on: January 26, 2023

Bus Trip Information (Updated 7/3/2023)

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The SDC Volunteer Bus Trip Committee is pleased to offer the upcoming day trips throughout the state and the New York/Rhode Island/Massachusetts region.  This page will be updated with additional trip information as scheduled – so check...

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