SPECIAL HOLIDAY BINGO SPONSORED BY THE NEW MILORD SENIOR CENTER

MONDAY, DECEMBER 12^TH

1PM

AARP ISNT ABLE TO ATTEND, SO WE ARE JUMPING IN TO OFFER A LITTLE EXTRA FOR THE UPCOMING BINGO GAME!

HOLIDAY BRAIN GAMES + BRAIN FOOD

 Tuesday, December 13th, 1:00 PM

 Join us as we welcome Danielle Ramos CDP of Village Crest for brainy snacks and brain games with a holiday twist! There are many ways we can improve brain health...eating the right foods, getting enough sleep, exercising our bodies and exercising our brains. Connect with the Senior Center to sign up.

RIVER WALK WEDNESDAYS

9:30 AM

CALLING ALL WALKERS!- Join us for a nice walk along the Housatonic! The path is paved and flat which makes it perfect for all abilities. Park at the Senior Center and hop on the bus and we will take you there; bus leaves at 9:25AM. Or if you prefer to drive, meet us on Youngsfield Rd by the playground. Be sure to stop in to sign up! This is an independent group for our members, however, staff will happily join if time allows.

BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENINGS

WEDNESDAYS 10:30AM-11:30am

Midweek Matinee

Every Wednesday at 12:45 PM (NOTE NEW TIME)

WHITE CHRISTMAS-Two talented song-and-dance men (Bing Crosby and Danny Kaye) team up after the war to become one of the hottest acts in show business.

INTERGENERATIONAL BOOK CLUB

 Wednesday, December 14th, 4:00 PM

 In partnership with the New Milford Library, we’re proud to announce that a new book club has formed to promote connection between today’s youth and the older generation. Join some of New Milford students as we discuss the book, “A Monster Calls” by Patrick Ness. To sign up or for more information, please connect with the Senior Center or the New Milford Library

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 15^TH AT NOON

Join us for a tasty holiday meal followed by a good ole fashion carol sing around the piano.

LUNCH AND LEARN WITH THE RVNA

DECEMBER 16^TH 1PM

COMING SOON

CELEBRATING DECEMBER BIRTHDAYS!

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 20^TH AT NOON

WINE TOPPER GNOME WORKSHOP

Tuesday, December 20th, 1:00 PM

The holiday elves from Candlewood Valley Health and Rehab will be instructing us on how to create adorable, Wine Topper Gnomes! Space is limited so to sign up, please connect with the Senior Center.

ARTS AND CRAFTS: PINECONE WREATHS

Wednesday, December 21st, 1:00 PM

Our Arts & Crafts Volunteers will instruct us on how to create handmade pinecone wreaths! Pinecones are the perfect decorative item for the holidays! Not only do they symbolizes winter and the all of its glory, pinecones also symbolize “chosen family. So make a wreath for yourself or give it to someone you love! Space is limited so please connect with the Senior Center to sign up.

HOLIDAY TRIVIA

Thursday, December 22nd, 10:00 AM

Up for a challenge? Join in on the fun with some

Holiday Trivia to make you think, smile, and

spread cheer! To sign up, please connect with the

Senior Center.

A Note From Our Senior Advisors

Our Senior Advisors are ready to help! They are here Monday- Friday 8AM-4PM, please call the center to set up an appointment.

About 988

988 offers 24/7 access to trained crisis counselors who can help people experiencing mental health-related distress. That could be:

-Thoughts of suicide

-Mental health or substance use crisis, or

-Any other kind of emotion distress

People can call or text 988 or chat 988lifeline.org for themselves or if they are worried about a loved one who may need crisis support. 988 serves as a universal entry point so that no matter where you live in the United States, you can reach a trained crisis counselor who can help.

ENERGY ASSISTANCE IS OPEN

"Energy Assistance is now open for 2022/2023 year. Qualifying income guidelines are as follows: $39,761 for individuals and $51,996 for couples. The total income must be below the above numbers to be eligible. Make sure you have all documents before coming in to apply. We will need your current income, such as: Social Security benefit, wages from work (previous 4 weeks worth of pay stubs), interest and/or dividends, etc. If you are self-employed, please call before you make an appointment to find out what you will need to bring. Whether you heat with electricity or not, we need a current electric bill. When all of your documents are ready, please connect with the Senior Center to schedule an appointment."

DID YOU KNOW?

SENIOR COMMUNITY CAFE

Come have lunch with us!

CHEZ J serves lunch Monday - Thursday at 12:00 PM and there is a suggested donation of $4.00. Come on in for a program then stay for lunch or pick up to take home to enjoy! Please note that the menu is always posted in the monthly newsletter.

Sign up in person, on our Touch Screen, or by phone, at least 3 days in advance!

Chef Jay has placed a suggestion box on the lunch table! Your feedback is important and valued. Please take the time to write down what you love, what you do not love, some suggestions, share a recipe, what you would like to see, or even a recipe you would like to share.

Senior Bus Transportation

If you live in New Milford, Gaylordsville or Northville and need transportation to come to the center, go shopping or go to a friend’s house? All you have to do is give us a call a few days ahead of time to get on our bus schedule. Call us at 860-355-6075 to schedule your ride and meet our fantastic bus drivers, Erin and Tom.

THE LUNCH BUNCH

The Lunch Bunch is back and meets one Saturday a month to enjoy a new or favorite area restaurant. Join in for delicious local fare and friendships! Connect with the Senior Center for contact information.

Have a wonderful weekend,

Janette