Crafts and baby items are made under the direction of volunteers, for the Red Cross, Veterans Hospital and mothers with special needs. Our Mailing Committee prepares mailings for non-profit community groups , as well as our monthly newsletter, the Senior Prime Times. The newsletter is mailed or distributed to 1,300 people each month. The recreational and educational programs enhance the quality of life for our older residents. Activities include talks, musical programs, knitting and crocheting, art workshop, current events discussions, crafts and the popular day trips.
Bus trips visit places of interest in Connecticut, New York, New Jersey and Pennsylvania.
The Summer Seminar Series, a six-week program of lectures on current topics of interest are held at the Madison Library during July and August, funded in part by the Geraldine R. Dodge Foundation. The coordinator also works with the Senior Citizen Advisory Committee and the Senior Center Board of Trustees, meeting monthly to oversee Senior Center activities and events. Finally, the Senior Center provides information to families on services for their older family members. Information is available on county services such as chores, home aides, help with doctors and dental expenses and housing. Help is given in filling out PAAD forms.