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Senior Advisory Committee
Members
- Carmen Alvarado
- Marianne Bauer
- Diana Duarte
- Antonette Gigantino
Christine Healy
Maryann Palmieri
Rae McLellan
Senior Center Advisory meets every month, from September to June in the Community Services Conference room on the 1st Tuesday of the month at 10:00am.
There are vacancies to be filled. Please inquire if interested.
Services
Senior Services is a component of the Town of Orange Community Services Department. The Orange Senior Center is committed to providing programs and services that promote independence, creativity, and sound physical and emotional health for residents over the age of 55.Classes & Activities
Opportunities for education, cultural development, socialization, and community services are offered. Here are some of the classes and activities that are offered:- AARP Driver Safety Course
- AARP Tax Preparation
- Billiards
- BINGO
- Blood Pressure Screenings
- Bocce
- Bridge Lessons
- Cards
- Chair Exercise
- Chess
- Computer Classes
- Fitness Class
- Gentle Yoga
- Laughter Yoga
- Legal Clinic
- Lunch & Fun
- Mahjong
- Money Management Club
- Movie of the Month
- AARP Drivers' Safety Classes
- Social Bridge Group
- Tai Chi
- Tap Dancing
- Trips
- Watercolor Painting
- Yoga Dance
- Zumba Gold
Non-Residents
Non-residents over 55 are welcome to join the Center for an annual fee.
C.A.S.C.P.
The Orange Senior Center is a member of the Connecticut Association of Senior Center Personnel (C.A.S.C.P)
Senior Center
Provides various social activities, educational programs, classes, lectures, safety programs, trips, health screenings and a monthly newsletter. https://ct-orange.civicplus.com/783/Orange-Senior-Center
Elderly Meal Program
Provides a hot meal at lunchtime, Mondays through Fridays which is sponsored by the Elderly Nutrition Program of New Haven. A reservation and donation are requested. Call (203) 891-4765.
Elderly Outreach Services
Services include assessments, family consultation, information/referral, support, entitlement applications, and follow-up to homebound seniors. Call (203) 891-4787. https://ct-orange.civicplus.com/784/Outreach-WorkerMunicipal-Agent
Transportation Services
The town provides vans to transport Orange seniors and residents with disabilities to and from appointments. The vans are equipped to service handicapped individuals. A 24 to 48 hour notice is required to make these appointments. A donation is requested for each trip. Call (203) 891-4788. https://ct-orange.civicplus.com/785/Transportation
Lending Library
Various books and videotapes on multiple topics are available in the Center's Senior Lounge. This service is based on the honor system. Donations of books and videos are welcome.