Every first Wednesday of the month, a volunteer from the NM Library comes to the Center’s Richmond Dining Room with a new selection of books for you to “sign-out”.

What a better way to get over “hump day” than with lunch and a movie? Join us as we turn the Dining Room into a movie theater!

The group works on individual projects with help from other members when needed and on group quilts.

Join in the excitement of Wii Bowling, a virtual bowling game that simulates all the movements of bowling minus the heavy ball!

We are a casual group who enjoy gathering on the first Tuesday of every month to lift our spirits with song.

Meeting every week throughout the year, anyone can work on their own project, which may be for a family member, a friend, or a piece that is donated to organizations.

A low impact exercise program which includes strength training with light hand weights, stretchy bands and chair exercises.

Three different classes available including Chair Yoga and Gentle Yoga. Learn and practice deep breathing and relaxation techniques while improving balance, strength, and flexibility.

For active older adults who are looking for a modified Zumba® class that recreates the original moves you love at a lower-intensity. Introduces easy-to-follow Zumba® choreography that focuses on balance, range of motion and coordination.

For one hour a month, young visitors from the Children's Center come in to be read storybooks, enjoy a snack, and maybe even do a little craft with our Senior Volunteer Readers. New Volunteers always welcome!

The New Milford Senior Center houses a “lending closet” of durable medical equipment for donated items in excellent condition or for those in need. Please call for details and availabilities.

The Alzheimer’s Association is available with resources, advocacy, and advice. For more information, please contact the Alzheimer’s Association at 1-800-272-3900. A representative of the Alzheimer’s Association can be available for questions/information by appointment.

Senior Housing in New Milford:

Butterbrook Hill Apartments
Butterbrook Hill
New Milford, CT 06776
Phone: (860) 355-0814

Glen Ayre Apartments
1 Glen Ayre Dr.
New Milford, CT 06776
Phone: (860) 350-6505

Chestnut Grove Congregate Living
200 Chestnut Grove
New Milford, CT 06776
Phone: (860) 350-9950

The Elderly Nutrition Program consists of the congregate meals at the Senior Center and Meals on Wheels to not only provide food service, but nutrition education as well. The New Milford Social Services is a weekly food bank program which distributes non-perishables, bakery products and seasonal produce to income-eligible New Milford residents.

The Senior Center Bus is available Monday – Friday, from 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM by reservation to transport New Milford residents 60 years of age or older or individuals with disability/ADA-certified anywhere within the town of New Milford for a suggested donation of $1.00/one-way ride. The WHEELS Program of Greater New Milford is a volunteer organization that provides rides to seniors and individuals who are ADA-certified to non-emergency medical appointments in and around the greater New Milford area. Phone: 860-354-6012

Presented by the Alzheimer’s Association of Connecticut, build a support system with people who understand. Alzheimer’s Association® support groups, conducted by trained facilitators, are a safe place for people living with dementia and their care partners to: -Develop a support system -Exchange practical information on challenges and possible solutions -Talk through issues and ways of coping -Share feelings, needs, and concerns Learn about community resources. Pre-registration is required to attend by contacting Amanda Lamb-Moretti at 860-383-2667 or by email at [email protected]. This group will meet every last Friday of the month. Visit alz.org/ct to learn more about caregiver programs and resources. To further extend your network of support, visit ALZ connected®, our online community, at alzconnected.org

The Senior Community Café is open for Lunch with the option of in-house dining! Meals are prepared by Chef Jason G. Streck of Chez J, LLC. To make a reservation, please connect with the New Milford Senior Center at least 3 days in advance. Suggested donation for the meals is $4.00. All meals in-house will follow the most current health and safety protocols.

For seniors 60 years of age or older and of homebound status meaning not able to access public places without assistance and not be able to drive can qualify for home delivered meals with Meals on Wheels. Prepared meals are delivered to a person's home for individuals who are unable to prepare or obtain nourishing meals on their own. Western CT’s Area Agency on Aging’s home-delivered meal programs provide two meals a day and can be obtained anywhere from one to seven days per week depending on need. To apply or make a referral, please call the WCAAA at 800-994-9422 or 203-757-5449.

In keeping with its mission to provide access to books and other materials to the citizens of New Milford for the purpose of enriching their lives, the New Milford Public Library offers delivery and pickup of library materials to homebound New Milford residents. The library is pleased to partner with the New Milford Senior Center, whose volunteers will provide the delivery and pick-up services. Materials include but are not limited to books, magazines, DVDs CDs, audiobooks, and puzzles. For more information, please connect with the New Milford Library by calling 860-355-1191 or by visiting their website: www.newmilfordlibrary.org with links to the registration form.

Looking for volunteer opportunities or do you simply just want to help make the New Milford Senior Center a better place? Join us as we look to gather new and returning Senior Center volunteers to learn of upcoming events, brainstorm new ideas, or seeing where your time and talents can be shared and appreciated! Helping Hands Volunteer Meetings are every second Thursday of the month at 10:00 AM.

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