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Senior Services
Senior Services Department
Our mission is to promote well-being and enhance the quality of life for older adults of Rocky Hill, and to advocate for the services that will encourage independence and continue participation in the community.
Director:
Gina Cristalli Marino gmarino@rockyhillct.gov 860-258-2786
Membership
Transportation Coordinator:
Charlene Mehr cmehr@rockyhillct.gov 860-258-2701
Clerical Assistant:
Cindy Krawciw ckrawciw@rockyhillct.gov
Shannon Marquardt smarquardt@rockyhillct.gov
Mini-bus Drivers:
Bill Kelley Santiago Gil Dave Moore
Are you at least 55 years old and interested in staying active and connected to your community? Become a member of the Rocky Hill Senior Center located in our state-of-the-art facility.
Membership is complimentary for Rocky Hill residents and $20 per year for non-residents. Applications may be picked up at the Senior Center or mailed by request. You may also download and complete this Rocky Hill Senior Center Registration.
Meet new people, experience a wide variety of recreational activities and enhance your quality of life!.
lunch Program:
Served Monday–Friday, $5 Residents, $10 Nonresidents. Must register 3 business days in advance before 10:00am. Menu available online. Vegetarian options available. Lunch catered by Mitchell’s Restaurant.
the café
Volunteers serve up complimentary coffee, tea, lemonade, ice tea and ice water in the lobby café. Monday–Friday, 8:30am–2:00pm.
Volunteer opportunities: health services:
If you are looking for a rewarding experience
serving and enriching your community,
hearing screening
Volunteering at the Rocky Hill SeniRoro/cky Hill Senior / Community Center
Community Center may be the right fit for you. Many of our seniors are actively engaged in our programs and deeply connected with our community. We offer a wide range of senior center volunteering opportunities, depending on your skills, experience, and interests. Volunteer Applications are available on our website and at the Center.
transportation services:
Rocky Hill transportation services are available to residents age 60 and older, or to any adult with a disability. Transportation is provided to clients utilizing the following programs:
Rocky Hill Mini-Buses: Town Operated buses help clients get to medical appointments in Rocky Hill and Wethersfield, Monday thru Friday, and to appointments
in Hartford and Glastonbury on Mondays and Wednesdays. In addition, rides are provided to local grocery and department stores, banks, beauty salons, barber shops, restaurants, and Senior Center.
Ambassador Transportation: A tri-town state grant provides transportation to medical appointments throughout most of Hartford County. All vehicles are wheelchair accessible. Service is “curb to curb.” Please call 860-258-2701 for more information or to schedule a ride.
Free Screening is provided by Nova Hearing. Please call for an appointment.
Date: Thursday, 6/6
Time: 1:00–3:00pm
Foot care
Pamela Rowe, RN will provide this service. Please call for an appointment and pay provider at time of visit.
Date: Wednesdays, 4/10, 4/24, 5/8, 5/22 Time: 9:00am–2:30pm
Fee: $30
Home visit: $50
Mind & Memory caregiver support group
Join Mary Klatt, Certified Dementia Specialist for monthly discussions on types of dementia including Alzheimer’s, tips for handling behaviors, and available support
for caregivers. Complimentary boxed lunch provided. Please preregister by the preceding Friday.
Date: Tuesday, 4/16, 5/21
Time: 12:00–1:00pm
Massage
Join LMT Connie Drake for a Therapeutic Massage with discounted senior rate.
Please call for a 15 min., 30 min. or one hour appointment and pay provider at time of visit. Dates: Wednesdays, 4/17;
Fridays, 4/12 & 4/19
Time: 9:00am–2:00pm
Fee: 15 min $15, 30 min $25, 60 min $50
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Everyone is welcome to participate. Silver Sneakers members are free with non-Silver Sneakers members paying a modest fee. Please call 860-258-2786 to register in advance and have your SilverSneakers number available.
cArDio kickBoXing
Monday, 5/6–6/17 (NC 5/27), 9:00–9:45am Free SilverSneakers, $30M/$35NM
chAir AeroBics
Tuesday, 5/7–6/11, 9:00–9:45am Free SilverSneakers, $30M/$35NM
senior stretch
Thursday, 5/9–6/13, 10:00–10:45am Free SilverSneakers, $30M/$35NM
silVersneAkers® yogA
Monday, 5/6–6/17 (NC 5/27), 10:00–10:45am Free SilverSneakers, $30M/$35NM
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Thursday, 5/9–6/13, 9:00–9:45am Free SilverSneakers, $30M/$35NM
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