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ENFIELD SENIOR CENTER
As a focal point for aging services, the Enfield Senior Center provides social, educational, and recreational opportunities to enrich the mind, body and spirit of older adults in an open and accepting atmosphere.
Face Mask Mandate No Longer in Effect
Effective Monday, February 7th 2022, the mask mandate for Enfield municipal buildings has been changed. Individuals are no longer required to wear face masks inside these buildings. It is highly recommended that those who are unvaccinated continue to wear masks.
Digital Newsletter
April 2023 Newsletter <---- Click Here
March 2023 Newsletter <---- Click Here
Registration Form for Classes
Bring filled out registration form and payment to the Enfield Senior Center to register for classes
Registration Form <---- Click Here
AARP Tax Aide
AARP Tax Aide Appointments are currently full. To be added to the Wait List please call 860-763-7425. Registrations are for CT residents only and will be accepted on a first come, first served basis.
NCAAA Focal Point
The Enfield Senior Center has once again been designated by the North Central Area Agency on Aging, Inc. (NCAAA) as a focal point for 2022-2024. Being a Focal Point designee continues our commitment as a visible, recognizable place where community members can find information and gain access to a full range of aging services.
Pictured:
Nancy Darrah, Program Coordinator
Todd Johnson, North Central Area Agency on Aging
Madden, Service Animal
Mary Keller, Senior Center Manager
CRT Congregate Meals
The Enfield Senior Center is pleased to announce the return of the CRT congregate meal program. Meals will be served daily Monday – Friday at noon when the Senior Center is open. This elderly nutrition program provides meals to persons 60 years of age or older and their spouses. All meals are served with milk, bread and margarine. There is a suggested donation of $3.00 or whatever the person can afford. Persons interested in receiving their meals at the Enfield Senior Center should call 860-763-7428 the business day before to reserve a meal. For more information, contact the Enfield Senior Center Kitchen at 860-763-7428.
April 2023 Menu <---- Click Here
April 2023 - Special Lunches <---- Click Here
March 2023 Menu <---- Click Here
Ask The...
The following services are available for a free 15-minute consultation between the hours of 10:00 to 11:45 am. Call the Senior Center at 860-763-7425 to schedule an appointment.
Ask the Realtor: April 5, 2023
Ask the Home Inspector: April 13, 2023
Legal Consultation: April 18, 2023 (general practice law firm)
Ask The CPA: Call for a phone appointment
Ask the Lawyer: March 29, 2023 (Elder Law Attorneys)
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Trips
Daffodil Days with Tea at Blithewold - CLOSED
Goodspeed Opera House: Gypsy - SOLD OUT
Ellis Island & Statue of Liberty Museum - SOLD OUT
Sight & Sound Theatre: Moses
Trip Date: August 30 - September 1, 2023
This trip brings you to the heart of Amish Country where you will enjoy a Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre Show, explore Kitchen Kettle Village, go on a Guided Hersey Town Tour, visit the Wind Creek Bethlehem Casino, and most of all see Sight & Sound Theatres production of Moses.
Limit: 50 participants
Registration for the above Trip will begin on Friday, April 14 at 9:30am in the Computer Room.
• Registration will be held in the Computer Room.
• Registration is based on a first come, first serve basis.
• Each participant may register themselves and one companion only.
• Each participant must fill out and sign a completed trip registration form.
• Seating is limited. Incomplete registrations will not be held at the front desk.
• Payment (in the form of Cash or Check) for each person is due at the time of registration to secure your reservation.
• There will be NO assigned seating on the bus.
Theatre by The Sea: Beautiful, the Carole King Musical
Trip Date: Thursday, July 6, 2023, 2023
This trip includes a delicious pre-show lunch at Bravo by the Sea followed by Beautiful: the Carole King Musical that follows Carole King's inspiring true story.
Limit: 50 participants
Registration for the above Trip will begin on Friday, April 28 at 9:30am in the Computer Room.
• Registration will be held in the Computer Room.
• Registration is based on a first come, first serve basis.
• Each participant may register themselves and one companion only.
• Each participant must fill out and sign a completed trip registration form.
• Seating is limited. Incomplete registrations will not be held at the front desk.
• Payment (in the form of Cash or Check) for each person is due at the time of registration to secure your reservation.
• There will be NO assigned seating on the bus.
PRIME FITNESS CENTER
Health and Wellness
PRIME Fitness Update
Workout times and capacity limits:
- The Fitness Center will be open
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday: 8:00am – 8:00pm.
Tuesday & Friday: 8:00am - 5:00pm.
- No appointments will be necessary.
- The Fitness Center is now taking new members.
Please call 860-272-3554 to learn how to register as a new member.
The Enfield Senior Center reserves the right to make changes to the Fitness Center as Town, State, or Federal regulations require.
Online Health and Wellness
Silver Sneakers: www.facebook.com/silversneakers
Physical Address
299 Elm Street
Enfield, CT 06082
Hours:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Tuesday & Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Apply for a Senior Center Scan Card
Volunteer Application Print & Mail
Withdrawal & Refund Application Form
Newsletter by Email
Would you like to receive the "Center Connection" monthly newsletter by email? If so, please reach out to us (with your full name and email address) by either calling 860-763-7425 or by emailing us at seniorcenter@enfield.org
Weather Policy
The Enfield Senior Center will no longer follow the Enfield Public Schools inclement weather policy. Cancellations will be posted on our website, Facebook page, and on WFSB Channel 3. You may also call the Senior Center for cancellation information at 860-763-7425
AARP Smart Driver Classes
AARP has suspended in-person Smart Driver Classes until March 2023. Virtual classes are still available at the website listed below.
The Smart driver online course can be accessed at: http://www.aarpdriversafety.org
Promo Code: DRIVINGSKILLS
State Benefits
Food Stamps: Call Brenda Sanchez of Intercommunity Services and she will complete your application with you over the phone: 860-569-5900 x164
State Department of Social Services: 855-626-6632. Press 0 to speak to a representative.
Community Renewal Team (Energy Assistance): 860-560-2694
Infoline 2-1-1
2-1-1 is your one-stop connection to the local services you need, from utility assistance, food, housing, child care, after school programs, elder care, crisis intervention and much more.
Social Services
Adult & Community
860-253-6396
Remotely providing support of programs including, but not limited to: Renter’s Rebate, Circuit Breaker Program, support from social worker, ongoing housing support, basic needs assistance for senior citizen’s needs through Enfield CARES.
Enfield Child Development Center
806-253-7003 or 860-253-7043
Virtual support and education to enrolled through story time and activities. Please check out their Facebook page.
Family Resource Centers
860-253-5214 or 860-253-4721
Virtual story time, play groups, Grandparents Raising Grandchildren and the Parent Support Group.
Transportation
860-272-3545
Dial-A-Ride and Magic Carpet buses are operational on reduced schedule.
Youth & Family Services
860-253-6380
Remotely providing support around youth mental health and substance misuse, screenings, and counseling. Parent support groups are also available. The Youth Center is providing youth connected and busy.
Enfield CARES
860-253-6400
A service for residents ages 60 and older that provides safe, confidential, and efficient help to at-risk/homebound seniors without unnecessarily exposing volunteers and recipients to COVID-19.
Nutrition
Foodshare
Open the 1st - 3rd Fridays of the month from 11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. at the Food Shelf. Bring box or container for food. Call 860-286-9999 for more information.
Loaves and Fishes
Provides a hot meal Monday-Friday from 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. and on Saturday from 11:00 to 12:30 p.m. at St. Andrew’s Church Hall, 28 Prospect Street. Call 860-741-0226 for more information.
Enfield Food Shelf
Food Shopping and new registrations Wednesdays 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. and Thursdays 2:00 - 6:30 p.m. Call 860-741-7321 for more information.
Mark Twain’s Meals
Call 860-763-7519 for reservation by Wednesday for the following weekend and the day before for weekday meals. Open to all Seniors for weekend meals.