Senior Centers in Connecticut
Senior Centers in Connecticut: A Practical 2025 Guide for Older Adults
Written & Reviewed by
Last updated: August 2025
If You Need Emergency Help
- Call 911 for police, fire, or medical emergencies.
- Call 988 for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline for mental health support or if you’re having a hard time coping. Learn more at the 988 Lifeline website: 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.
- Call 2‑1‑1 (or visit 2‑1‑1 Connecticut) for help finding local resources, including shelters, food, and crisis services.
- Report suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation of an older adult: contact the State of Connecticut’s Protective Services for the Elderly at the Department of Social Services. Start at the official program page: Protective Services for the Elderly – Connecticut DSS and search “Protective Services for the Elderly.”
- Poison Control: 1‑800‑222‑1222 (national line).
If you are unsure where to start, call your local senior center or your Area Agency on Aging. They can connect you to help the same day.
Key Takeaways
- Senior centers are community hubs that offer social, health, fitness, meal, transportation, benefits counseling, and learning programs. Many services are free or donation-based because of federal Older Americans Act support. See the law overview at the Administration for Community Living: Older Americans Act (OAA).
- Connecticut coordinates aging services through the State Unit on Aging at the Department of Aging and Disability Services (ADS) and five regional Area Agencies on Aging. Start at the state portal: Connecticut ADS – State Unit on Aging.
- To find a senior center near you: use MyPlaceCT (State resource hub) and 2‑1‑1 Connecticut, or contact your regional Area Agency on Aging.
- Medicare counseling (CHOICES), congregate meals, caregiver support, and evidence‑based health classes are common programs available through senior centers and the AAAs. Learn about Medicare counseling at the national SHIP locator: Find your SHIP (CHOICES in CT).
- Reality check: Policies, hours, and who can join can vary by town. Transportation and waitlists for popular classes can be a challenge, especially in rural areas. Always call ahead to confirm details.
What Connecticut Senior Centers Do
Senior centers are local places where older adults meet friends, join activities, get a hot meal, exercise, learn, and get help with benefits and health insurance questions. Many centers are run by a town or city. Some are nonprofits.
Funding usually blends local town support, donations, and federal Older Americans Act programs run by the State Unit on Aging and the five regional Area Agencies on Aging. See the federal program background at the Administration for Community Living: Older Americans Act (OAA).
Below is a quick snapshot of services you’ll commonly find.
Table 1. Common Services at Connecticut Senior Centers
| Service | What it includes | Typical member cost |
|---|---|---|
| Congregate/community meals | Hot lunch served on-site; often with social time and wellness checks. Connected to the Elderly Nutrition Program via the AAAs. | Usually donation-based; no one is turned away for inability to donate. Confirm with your center or AAA. |
| Exercise & fitness | Walking groups, chair yoga, strength & balance classes, sometimes evidence-based programs like Tai Ji Quan or A Matter of Balance. | Often free or low fee; scholarship or donation options may exist. |
| Health & wellness | Blood pressure screenings, flu shot clinics, health talks, chronic disease self‑management workshops. | Typically free or small fee; clinics often free. |
| Social activities | Cards, book clubs, arts & crafts, movies, cultural events, day trips. | Free or modest fee per class/event. |
| Benefits & insurance help | CHOICES counseling for Medicare, help with Medicare Savings Program, SNAP, energy assistance and more via the AAA network. | Free counseling; bring your Medicare card and meds list for CHOICES. |
| Caregiver support | Support groups, respite information, referrals to adult day programs. | Free groups; program costs vary by service provider. |
| Transportation help | Rides to the center, grocery, and medical appointments through local Dial‑A‑Ride or town vans (where available). | Varies by town; often free or low-cost, sometimes donation-based. |
| Technology & learning | Smartphone basics, internet safety, email, telehealth setup, scam prevention. | Often free or low-cost; devices sometimes available to borrow. |
For a statewide gateway to services across aging, disability, health, and community supports, use the official state site: MyPlaceCT.
How to Find the Right Senior Center for You
- Start with official directories:
- Use the state’s resource hub: Search on MyPlaceCT for “senior center” and your town.
- Search 2‑1‑1 Connecticut for “senior centers” or call and ask for local listings.
- Contact your regional Area Agency on Aging (AAA) for guidance and meal/transportation options. See Resources by Region.
- Call ahead and ask:
- Membership rules: Is residency required? Are non‑residents welcome? Are there fees?
- The basics: Hours, lunch times, how to reserve meals, how to sign up for classes, and transportation options.
- Accessibility: Ramps, accessible bathrooms, assisted listening devices, language support.
- Benefits help: When a CHOICES counselor is on-site for Medicare and insurance questions.
- Visit in person:
- Ask for a tour and a monthly calendar.
- Try a class or attend lunch.
- Ask about volunteer options if you want to get involved.
- Reality checks and tips:
- Some towns limit certain services to residents or charge higher fees to non‑residents. Ask before you go.
- Transportation can fill up fast—book rides early.
- Evidence‑based classes often have short enrollment windows. Join a waitlist if needed.
Table 2. Compare and Choose: What to Ask Before You Join
| Topic | Questions to ask | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Membership & residency | Do I need to live in town? Are there non‑resident fees? | Avoid surprises and extra costs. |
| Meals | How do I reserve lunch? Is there a suggested donation? | Meal programs follow federal rules but vary by site. |
| Transportation | Do you have Dial‑A‑Ride or a van? How far do you go? | Helps plan rides for classes and appointments. |
| Classes & events | Do I need to register? Are there limits? | Popular programs fill quickly. |
| Health insurance help | When is CHOICES available? Do I need an appointment? | Medicare decisions can be time‑sensitive. |
| Accessibility | Do you have ramps, elevators, accessible restrooms? | Comfort and safety. |
| Language & culture | Do you offer translation or bilingual staff? | Improves access and comfort. |
Costs and How Programs Are Funded
- Federal support: Many center services come through the Older Americans Act, which funds meals, health promotion, caregiver support, and more. Overview here: OAA at the Administration for Community Living.
- Area Agencies on Aging: The five Connecticut AAAs coordinate OAA services locally, including congregate meals, health classes, and caregiver help.
- Local towns: Municipalities often fund buildings, staff, and activities.
- Donations and fees: You may see a “suggested donation” for lunch or a small fee for trips and classes. No one should be turned away from OAA‑funded meals because they cannot donate.
If you need help paying for food, energy, or medications, ask your center or AAA about screening tools like BenefitsCheckUp by the National Council on Aging and state programs through the Connecticut Department of Social Services DSS programs overview.
Table 3. Cost Snapshot
| Item | What to expect |
|---|---|
| Membership | Often free for residents; some towns charge small annual fees, especially for non‑residents. |
| Meals (on-site) | Donation‑based for older adults under the Elderly Nutrition Program; policies vary by site. |
| Fitness & classes | Many free or low‑cost; special instructors/trips may cost more. |
| Transportation | Often free or low‑cost within a set area; book early. |
| Counseling (CHOICES) | Free Medicare and benefits counseling through the AAA network. |
Programs You’ll Commonly Access Through Senior Centers
Below are the most requested programs Connecticut centers help with. Each description includes what it does and where to go for official details.
CHOICES (Medicare Counseling – Connecticut’s SHIP)
- What it is: Free, unbiased help with Medicare Part A/B, Medicare Advantage, Part D drug plans, Medigap, and the Medicare Savings Program. It also helps review Extra Help (Low‑Income Subsidy) for drug costs.
- How it works: Trained counselors meet at senior centers or by phone to compare plans and answer questions before you enroll or change coverage.
- Where to start: Use the official national SHIP locator and select Connecticut: Find your SHIP (CHOICES in CT). You can also reach out to your local AAA.
Elderly Nutrition Program (Community/“Congregate” Meals)
- What it is: Hot meals served at senior centers and community sites, with nutrition standards and health education supported by the Older Americans Act.
- How it works: Many sites ask for a meal reservation a day ahead. A “suggested donation” is common; no one is denied a meal if they cannot donate.
- Where to start: Contact your regional AAA (see Resources by Region) or search for “congregate meals” on MyPlaceCT. OAA nutrition overview: ACL Nutrition Services.
Transportation (Dial‑A‑Ride and Town Vans)
- What it is: Door‑to‑door or curb‑to‑curb rides for senior center activities, groceries, and medical visits. Some towns participate in a municipal grant program for older adults and people with disabilities.
- How it works: Book rides in advance. Service areas and hours vary by town and region.
- Where to start: Call your town’s senior center, check your AAA, and review statewide transit options such as reduced transit fares for older adults: CTtransit Reduced Fare for Seniors 65+ and People with Disabilities.
Evidence‑Based Health Programs
- What they are: Group classes shown to improve health, like falls prevention (e.g., A Matter of Balance), chronic disease self‑management, and Tai Ji Quan.
- How they work: Usually a multi‑week series, often free with registration. Priority may go to residents or those at higher risk.
- Where to start: Ask your senior center or AAA about current offerings. Federal overview of evidence‑based health promotion is at ACL Health Promotion.
Caregiver Support
- What it is: Support groups, education, and respite resources for people caring for an older adult. Funded in part by the National Family Caregiver Support Program (OAA).
- How it works: Senior centers may host groups and connect caregivers to respite and training through the AAAs.
- Where to start: Contact your AAA (see Resources by Region). Learn about the federal program at ACL Caregiver Support.
Legal and Consumer Help
- What it is: Information sessions or clinics on wills, powers of attorney, landlord/tenant issues, or scam prevention.
- Where to start: For free legal help screening in Connecticut, visit Statewide Legal Services of Connecticut or Connecticut Legal Services. Scam prevention resources are also available from the Federal Trade Commission: FTC Consumer Advice.
Food, Energy, and Income Supports
- Food: Ask about SNAP help from your senior center or AAA. See the official SNAP page: Connecticut SNAP at DSS.
- Energy: Winter heating help is through the Connecticut Energy Assistance Program (CEAP): CEAP at DSS.
- Income & benefits checkups: Try BenefitsCheckUp (NCOA) to screen for programs.
Ombudsman and Long‑Term Care Concerns
- What it is: Free help from the state if you or a loved one has a concern about nursing homes, assisted living, or residential care homes.
- Where to start: Connecticut Office of the Long‑Term Care Ombudsman.
Getting There: Transportation Options
Transportation looks different from town to town. The earlier you plan, the easier it gets.
- Senior center vans and Dial‑A‑Ride: Ask your center about ride schedules, eligibility, and booking windows.
- Public buses and shuttles: Many are discounted for adults 65+. See CTtransit Reduced Fare Information.
- Regional transit districts: Some rural areas use regional systems with on‑demand rides. Ask your AAA for contacts or try 2‑1‑1.
Table 4. Transportation Options at a Glance
| Option | Who it serves | How to book | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Town Senior Center Van | Town residents (priority to older adults/people with disabilities) | Call the center; usually 24–72 hours ahead | Usually free or low cost |
| Dial‑A‑Ride (Municipal/Regional) | Older adults and/or people with disabilities | Phone reservation; may require registration | Low cost; sometimes donation-based |
| Public Bus (CTtransit and others) | General public | Use local transit website/app | Reduced fare for 65+ with ID; see CTtransit Reduced Fare |
| Volunteer Driver Programs | Older adults needing rides to medical or errands | Call your AAA or 2‑1‑1 to find local programs | Often free; donations welcome |
Tip: Ask about accessible vehicles if you use a wheelchair or walker. Always mention if you need help to the door.
What to Bring the First Time You Visit
You don’t need much to walk in and look around. For sign‑ups and counseling, these can help:
Table 5. Helpful Documents to Bring
| Situation | Useful items |
|---|---|
| General registration | Photo ID, proof of address (for resident rates), emergency contact |
| Lunch sign‑up | None required in many places; some ask basic info for the meal program |
| CHOICES Medicare counseling | Medicare card, list of medications (names/doses), preferred pharmacies, any letters from Social Security or your plan |
| Benefits screening (SNAP, CEAP, MSP) | Proof of income (Social Security/retirement), recent bank statements, utility bills, rent/mortgage info |
| Transportation registration | Proof of residency, mobility needs, emergency contact |
Accessibility, Language, and Comfort
- Accessibility: Many centers have ramps, accessible restrooms, and seating options. Ask about assisted listening devices if you have hearing loss. Accessibility rights are protected by the Americans with Disabilities Act: ADA.gov.
- Language access: If English is not your first language, ask if bilingual staff or interpreters are available. Your AAA can help find language‑friendly sites.
- Pets and service animals: Service animals are allowed under the ADA. Ask about pet policies for social events.
Reality check: Buildings differ—some are older, parking can be tight, and restrooms may be on another floor. If mobility is a concern, call before you go and ask for details about entrances and elevators.
Inclusive Support: Specific Groups and Needs
LGBTQ+ Older Adults
- What to know: Some LGBTQ+ older adults prefer centers with visible inclusion (welcoming signage, staff training, Pride events). Ask about LGBTQ+ support groups or inclusive programming.
- Where to start: Connecticut centers vary—ask your AAA which centers host inclusive groups. For national LGBTQ+ aging resources, visit SAGE – Services & Advocacy for LGBTQ+ Elders. If you face discrimination in services, contact your AAA or the State Unit on Aging at Connecticut ADS.
Veterans
- What to know: Many centers host veterans coffee hours, VA information sessions, and Memorial events. Veteran‑specific health and benefits require the VA.
- Where to start: For health care, visit VA Connecticut Healthcare System. For state benefits and the Veterans Residential Facility/Cemetery, see the Connecticut Department of Veterans Affairs. Your senior center can help you connect with a Veterans Service Officer.
Older Adults with Disabilities
- What to know: The Connecticut Department of Aging and Disability Services integrates aging and disability support, including rehabilitation and accessibility services.
- Where to start: Review programs at Connecticut ADS. If you need assistive technology, ask your center or AAA to connect you with state or regional assistive tech resources.
Tribal Communities
- What to know: If you are a member of a tribal nation, check with your tribal government for elder programs, cultural events, and transportation.
- Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation: Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation
- Mohegan Tribe: The Mohegan Tribe
- You can also contact your regional AAA for help coordinating services near tribal lands.
Rural Seniors and Families
- What to know: Rural parts of Litchfield and Windham counties may have fewer public transit options and longer travel times to centers.
- Tips: Use your AAA to locate volunteer driver programs and to ask about meal sites closer to you. If winter weather is an issue, request well‑being calls and ask about at‑home meal delivery options (if you qualify) through your AAA. Start with 2‑1‑1 Connecticut and MyPlaceCT.
Resources by Region: Area Agencies on Aging
Connecticut has five regional Area Agencies on Aging (AAAs). These nonprofits manage Older Americans Act services in their regions, including meals, CHOICES counseling, health classes, and caregiver support. Use them as your first stop for questions.
Table 6. Connecticut Area Agencies on Aging
| Region | Agency | Website |
|---|---|---|
| Eastern CT | Senior Resources – Agency on Aging | Senior Resources (Eastern CT) |
| North Central CT | North Central Area Agency on Aging | North Central AAA (Hartford region) |
| South Central CT | Agency on Aging of South Central Connecticut (AOASCC) | AOASCC (New Haven region) |
| Southwestern CT | Southwestern CT Agency on Aging (SWCAA) | SWCAA (Fairfield County) |
| Western CT | Western CT Area Agency on Aging (WCAAA) | WCAAA (Danbury/Waterbury/Litchfield) |
If you are unsure which region you’re in, call any AAA and they will redirect you, or use 2‑1‑1 Connecticut.
How Senior Centers Work With Other State Resources
- State Unit on Aging (ADS): Sets policy, coordinates programs statewide, and supports municipalities and AAAs. Start at Connecticut ADS – State Unit on Aging.
- MyPlaceCT: State’s “no wrong door” online guide to find supports for aging and disability across agencies. Visit MyPlaceCT.
- Connecticut DSS: Protective Services for the Elderly, SNAP, energy help, and the Medicare Savings Program. Start at Connecticut DSS. For Medicare Savings Program details, see Medicare Savings Program at DSS.
- Long‑Term Care Ombudsman: Advocacy for residents in nursing homes and assisted living: CT Office of the Long‑Term Care Ombudsman.
- Public transit: Reduced fares for 65+ and people with disabilities: CTtransit Reduced Fare.
Planning Your First Month
- Week 1: Call your center. Ask about lunch hours, the current calendar, and CHOICES days. If you need a ride, ask how to book and if there’s a registration form.
- Week 2: Try lunch and meet staff. Ask about evidence‑based health classes, volunteer opportunities, and any cultural/interest groups that match your hobbies.
- Week 3: Book a CHOICES session (if needed) to review your Medicare plans and drug list.
- Week 4: Bring a friend or neighbor. Many folks keep coming back because of the people they meet.
Reality check: It can feel awkward to walk in the first time. Staff are used to newcomers. If you prefer, ask for a tour or attend an open house or beginner class.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Do I have to live in town to use a senior center?
A: Many centers welcome non‑residents, but some services (like rides) may be for town residents only, or there may be a higher fee for non‑residents. Call your local center to confirm.
Q: How much do meals cost?
A: Congregate meals supported by the Older Americans Act typically request a “suggested donation.” No one is denied a meal because they cannot donate. Details vary—ask your center or AAA.
Q: What age do I need to be?
A: Many centers set age 60 or 62 for programs linked to federal aging funds. Some towns set membership at 55+. Always check with your center.
Q: I don’t drive. Can I still join activities?
A: Ask your center about ride programs, Dial‑A‑Ride, or volunteer drivers. You may also get reduced fares on public buses if you’re 65+: see CTtransit Reduced Fare.
Q: Can I get help with Medicare or my drug plan?
A: Yes. Ask for a CHOICES appointment at your center or contact your AAA. Find Connecticut’s SHIP via the national site: Find your SHIP (CHOICES in CT).
Q: How do I report elder abuse or exploitation?
A: If it’s urgent, call 911. Otherwise, contact Protective Services for the Elderly at DSS. Start at the official site: Connecticut DSS – Protective Services for the Elderly and search “Protective Services for the Elderly.”
Q: Are senior centers open on weekends?
A: Most have weekday hours, with some special events on evenings or weekends. Check the monthly calendar or call.
Q: Can I volunteer?
A: Yes—many centers need volunteers for meal service, greeting, classes, and friendly calls. Ask for a volunteer application.
Q: I’m a caregiver. Can I bring the person I care for?
A: Often yes, and some centers host memory‑friendly programs or can refer you to adult day centers. Ask your AAA about caregiver support and respite options.
Q: Is there any help with heating bills or groceries?
A: Ask your center or AAA about the Medicare Savings Program (for Medicare costs), SNAP food benefits, and the Connecticut Energy Assistance Program. See: MSP – Connecticut DSS, SNAP at DSS, and CEAP at DSS.
Helpful Statewide Links (Quick Access)
- Connecticut Department of Aging and Disability Services – State Unit on Aging: ADS – Aging Services
- MyPlaceCT – State’s aging and disability resource hub: MyPlaceCT
- 2‑1‑1 Connecticut – Call center and directory: 2‑1‑1 Connecticut
- CHOICES (Connecticut’s SHIP) via national locator: Find your SHIP
- Older Americans Act programs: ACL – Older Americans Act
- Nutrition services overview: ACL – Nutrition Services
- Long‑Term Care Ombudsman: CT LTCOP
- DSS Programs (SNAP, CEAP, MSP, PSE): Connecticut DSS
- Transit reduced fares for 65+: CTtransit Reduced Fare
- SAGE – LGBTQ+ aging: SAGE USA
- VA Connecticut: VA CT Healthcare System
- Connecticut Department of Veterans Affairs: CT DVA
- ADA rights and accessibility: ADA.gov
Resources by Region (Area Agencies on Aging)
Use these agencies for meal sites, CHOICES counseling, caregiver support, evidence‑based classes, and referrals to nearby senior centers.
- Eastern CT: Senior Resources – Agency on Aging
- North Central CT: North Central Area Agency on Aging
- South Central CT: Agency on Aging of South Central Connecticut (AOASCC)
- Southwestern CT: Southwestern CT Agency on Aging (SWCAA)
- Western CT: Western CT Area Agency on Aging (WCAAA)
Not sure where to go? Call 2‑1‑1 or use MyPlaceCT.
Disclaimer
Program rules, services, hours, and eligibility can change. Always confirm details with your senior center, your regional Area Agency on Aging, or the official state websites linked above. This guide is for general information and is not legal, medical, or financial advice.
About This Guide
by the GrantsForSeniors.org Editorial Team
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Connecticut Senior Centers
Please call the senior center you are interested in to get up-to-date information.
| Name | Address | City | Phone | Age |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Andover Senior Center | Old Firehouse on Center Street Andover, CT 06232 | Andover | (860) 643-6824 | |
| Joseph Doyle Senior Center | 153 Main Street Ansonia, CT 06401 | Ansonia | (203) 736-5933 | |
| Earl W. Smith Senior Center | 25 Tremko Lane Ashford, CT 06278 | Ashford | (860) 487-5122 | |
| Avon Senior Center | 635 West Avon Road Avon, CT 06001 | Avon | (860) 675-4355 | |
| Sprague Senior Center | 1 Main Street Baltic, CT 06330 | Baltic | 8.61E+12 | |
| Barkhamsted Senior Center | 109 West River Road Barkhamsted, CT 06063 | Barkhamsted | (860) 738-1264 | 50+ |
| Beacon Falls Senior Center | 57 N. Main St. Beacon Falls, CT 06403 | Beacon Falls | (203) 723-2344 | |
| Berlin Senior Center | 33 Colonial Dr. Berlin, CT 06037 | Berlin | (860) 828-7006 | |
| Janice von Beren Senior Center | 40 Peck Rd Bethany, CT 06524 | Bethany | 2.03E+13 | |
| Bethel Senior Center | 1 School Street Bethel, CT 06801 | Bethel | (203) 792-3048 | 50+ |
| Marilyn Michaelson Senior Center of Bloomfield | 330 Park Avenue Bloomfield, CT 06002 | Bloomfield | (860) 243-8361 | 55+ |
| Bolton Senior Center | 104 Notch Road Bolton, CT 06043 | Bolton | (860) 647-9196 | 55+ |
| Canoe Brook Senior Center | 46 Church Street Branford, CT 06405 | Branford | (203) 315-0687 | 60+ |
| Black Rock Senior Center | 2676 Fairfield Avenue Bridgeport, CT 06605 | Bridgeport | (203) 576-7258 | |
| East Side Senior Center | 1057 East Main Street Bridgeport, CT 06608 | Bridgeport | (203) 576-7212 | |
| Eisenhower Senior Center | 307 Golden Hill Street Bridgeport, CT 06604 | Bridgeport | (203) 576-7993 | |
| Ella M. Jackson Senior Center | 338 Connecticut Ave Bridgeport, CT 06607 | Bridgeport | (203) 332-4346 | |
| North End Bethany Senior Center | 20 Thorme Street Bridgeport, CT 06606 | Bridgeport | (203) 576-7730 | |
| Park Avenue Senior Center | 2540 Park Ave. Bridgeport, CT 06604 | Bridgeport | (203) 334-0092 | |
| Bridgewater Hilltop Center | 132 Hut Hill Road Bridgewater, CT 06752 | Bridgewater | (860) 355-3090 | |
| Bristol Senior Center | 240 Stafford Ave. Bristol, CT 06010 | Bristol | (860) 584-7895 | 55+ |
| East Windsor Senior Center | 125 Main Street Broad Brook, CT 06016 | Broad Brook | (860) 292-8262 | |
| Brookfield Senior Center | 100 Pocono Rd Brookfield, CT 06804 | Brookfield | (203) 775-5308 | 60+ |
| Quinebaug Valley Senior Center | 69 South Main Street Brooklyn, CT 06234 | Brooklyn | (860) 774-1243 | 55+ |
| Burlington Senior Center | 200 Spielman Highway Burlington, CT 06013 | Burlington | 86067367897 | 60+ |
| Canton Senior Center | 40 Dyer Ave Canton, CT 06019 | Canton | (860) 693-5811 | |
| Chaplin Senior Center | 132 Chaplin Street Chaplin, CT 06235 | Chaplin | (860) 455-1327 | 50+ |
| Cheshire Senior Center | 240 Maple Ave Cheshire, CT 06410 | Cheshire | (203) 272-8286 | 55+ |
| Colchester Senior Center | 95 Norwich Avenue Colchester, CT 06415 | Colchester | (860) 537-3911 | 55+ |
| Colebrook Senior and Community Center | 2 School House Road Colebrook, CT 06021 | Colebrook | (860) 738-9521 | |
| Beckish Senior Center | 188 Route 66 Columbia, CT 06237 | Columbia | (860) 228-0759 | |
| Coventry Senior Center | 172 Lake St. Coventry, CT 06238 | Coventry | (860) 742-3525 | |
| Cromwell Senior Center | 41 West St., Ground Floor Cromwell, CT 06416 | Cromwell | (860) 632-3447 | 60+ |
| Elmwood Hall Senior Center | 10 Elmwood Place Danbury, CT 06810 | Danbury | (203) 797-4686 | 60+ |
| Darien Senior Center | 2 Renshaw Road Darien, CT 06820 | Darien | (203) 656-7490 | 55+ |
| Derby Senior Center | 293 Main Street Derby, CT 06418 | Derby | (203) 736-1484 | |
| Durham Activity Center | 350 Main Street Durham, CT 06422 | Durham | (860) 788-3337 | |
| Town of East Granby Senior Community Center | 20 Center Street East Granby, CT 06026 | East Granby | (860) 413-3334 | |
| East Hampton Senior Center | 105 Main Street East Hampton, CT 06424 | East Hampton | (860) 267-4426 | |
| East Hartford Senior Center | 70 Canterbury Street East Hartford, CT 06118 | East Hartford | (860) 568-4281 | 55+ |
| East Haven Senior Center | 91 Taylor Ave. East Haven, CT 06512 | East Haven | (203) 468-3277 | 60+ |
| East Lyme Senior Center | 37 Society Rd. East Lyme, CT 06357 | East Lyme | (860) 739-5859 | |
| Easton Senior Center | 650 Morehouse Road Easton, CT 06612 | Easton | (203) 268-1145 | |
| Ellington Senior Center | 40 Maple Street Ellington, CT 06029 | Ellington | (860) 870-3133 | 55+ |
| Enfield Senior Center | 299 Elm St. Enfield, CT 06082 | Enfield | (860) 763-7425 | |
| Bigelow Center for Senior Activities | 100 Mona Terrace Fairfield, CT 06824 | Fairfield | (203) 256-3166 | 50+ |
| Franklin Senior Center | 5 Tyler Drive Franklin, CT 06254 | Franklin | (860) 642-3936 | |
| Ledyard Senior Center | 12 Van Tassel Dr. Gales Ferry, CT 06335 | Gales Ferry | (860) 464-0471 | 55+ |
| Glastonbury Senior Center | 300 Welles Street Glastonbury, CT 06033 | Glastonbury | (860) 652-7638 | 50+ |
| Granby Senior Center | 15C North Granby Road Granby, CT 06035 | Granby | (860) 844-5352 | |
| Greenwich Senior Center | 299 Greenwich Avenue Greenwich, CT 06830 | Greenwich | (203) 862-6700 | 55+ |
| Groton Senior Center | 102 Newtown Rd Groton, CT 06340 | Groton | (860) 441-6785 | 55+ |
| Guilford Senior Center | 32 Church St. Guilford, CT 06437 | Guilford | (203) 453-8086 | 55+ |
| Haddam Senior Center | 923 Saybrook Rd Haddam, CT 06438 | Haddam | (860) 345-2480 | 60+ |
| Miller Senior Center | 2901 Dixwell Ave. Hamden, CT 06518 | Hamden | (203) 287-2547 | 60+ |
| Hispanic Senior Center | 45 Wadsworth Street Hartford, CT 06106 | Hartford | (860) 246-8942 | |
| North End Senior Center | 80 Coventry St. Hartford, CT 06112 | Hartford | (860) 757-0800 | 55+ |
| Parkville Senior Center | 11 New Park Ave Hartford, CT 06106 | Hartford | (860) 232-7867 | |
| South End Wellness Senior Center | 830 Maple Avenue Hartford, CT 06106 | Hartford | (860) 757-0840 | 55+ |
| Harwinton Senior Center | 209 Weingart Road Harwinton, CT 06791 | Harwinton | (860) 689-1951 | |
| Russell Mercier Senior Center | 14 Stonecroft Drive Hebron, CT 06248 | Hebron | (860) 228-1700 | |
| Griswold Senior Center | 22 Soule Street Jewett City, CT 06351 | Jewett City | (860) 376-2604 | 55+ |
| Lisbon Senior Center | 11 Newent Road Lisbon, CT 06351 | Lisbon | (860) 376-2329 | |
| Madison Senior Center | 29 Bradley Road Madison, CT 06443 | Madison | (203) 245-5627 | 60+ |
| Manchester Senior Center | 549 East Middle Turnpike Manchester, CT 06040 | Manchester | (860) 647-3211 | 55+ |
| Marlborough Senior Center | 17 School Drive Marlborough, CT 06447 | Marlborough | (860) 295-6209 | |
| Casa Boricua de Meriden | 204 Colony St. Meriden, CT 06451 | Meriden | (203) 235-1082 | |
| Max E. Muravnick Meriden Senior Center | 22 West Main St. Meriden, CT 06451 | Meriden | (203) 237-0066 | 55+ |
| Middlebury Senior Center | 1172 Whittemore Road Middlebury, CT 06762 | Middlebury | (203) 577-4166 | |
| Middlefield Senior Center | 405 Main Street Middlefield, CT 06455 | Middlefield | (860) 349-7121 | 60+ |
| Middletown Senior Center | 61 Durant Terrace Middletown, CT 06457 | Middletown | (860) 638-4540 | 60+ |
| Milford Senior Center | 9 Jepson Drive Milford, CT 06460 | Milford | (203) 877-5131 | 55+ |
| Monroe Senior Center | 235 Cutlers Farm Road Monroe, CT 06468 | Monroe | (203) 452-2815 | 55+ |
| East Haddam Senior Center | 15 Great Hillwood Road Moodus, CT 06469 | Moodus | (860) 873-5034 | 50+ |
| Morris Senior Center | 109-21 East Street Morris, CT 06763 | Morris | (860) 567-7437 | |
| Naugatuck Senior Center | 300 Meadow St. Naugatuck, CT 06770 | Naugatuck | (203) 720-7069 | 50+ |
| New Britain Senior Center | 55 Pearl Street New Britain, CT 06051 | New Britain | (860) 826-3553 | |
| Lapham Community Center and Senior Center of New Canaan | Waveny Park New Canaan, CT 06840 | New Canaan | (203) 594-3620 | |
| New Fairfield Senior Center | 33 Route 37 New Fairfield, CT 06812 | New Fairfield | (203) 312-5665 | 60+ |
| New Hartford Senior Center | 530 Main Street, 3rd Floor New Hartford, CT 06057 | New Hartford | (860) 379-3980 | |
| Atwater Senior Center | 26 Atwater Street New Haven, CT 06513 | New Haven | (203) 946-8558 | 55+ |
| Dixwell/Newhallville Senior Center | 255 Goffe Street New Haven, CT 06511 | New Haven | (203) 946-8541 | 55+ |
| East Shore Senior Center | 411 Townsend Avenue New Haven, CT 06512 | New Haven | (203) 946-8544 | 55+ |
| New London Senior Citizens Center | 120 Broad St. New London, CT 06320 | New London | (860) 447-5232 | |
| New Milford Senior Center | 40 Main Street New Milford, CT 06776 | New Milford | (860) 355-6075 | |
| Newington Senior and Disabled Center | 120 Cedar Street Newington, CT 06111 | Newington | (860) 665-8778 | 55+ |
| Joyce C. Budrow Senior Center | 189 Pool Road North Haven, CT 06473 | North Haven | (203) 239-5432 | 62+ |
| North Stonington Senior Center | 391 Norwich-Westerly Road North Stonington, CT 06359 | North Stonington | (860) 535-8188 | |
| North Branford Senior Center | 1332 Middletown Ave Northford, CT 06472 | Northford | (203) 484-6017 | 55+ |
| Norwalk Senior Center | 11 Allen Road Norwalk, CT 06851 | Norwalk | (203) 847-3115 | |
| Norwalk Senior Center South | 92 Cedar Street Norwalk, CT 06854 | Norwalk | (203) 299-1500 | |
| Rose City Senior Center | 8 Mahan Drive Norwich, CT 06360 | Norwich | (860) 889-5960 | 55+ |
| Falls Avenue Senior Center | 311 Falls Avenue Oakville, CT 06779 | Oakville | (860) 945-5250 | 55+ |
| Lymes' Senior Center | 26 Town Woods Road Old Lyme, CT 06371 | Old Lyme | 8.60E+12 | 55+ |
| M. Monica Eggert Senior Center | 220 Main Street Old Saybrook, CT 06475 | Old Saybrook | (860) 388-1611 | 50+ |
| Orange Senior Center | 525 Orange Center Rd. Orange, CT 06477 | Orange | (203) 891-4784 | 55+ |
| Oxford Senior Center | 10 Old Church Rd Oxford, CT 06478 | Oxford | (203) 881-5231 | 60+ |
| Pawcatuck Neighborhood Center - Senior Programs | 27 Chase Street Pawcatuck, CT 06379 | Pawcatuck | (860) 599-3285 | 60+ |
| Plainfield Senior Citizen Center | 482 Norwich Road Plainfield, CT 06374 | Plainfield | (860) 564-1455 | 60+ |
| Plainville Senior Center | 200 East Street Plainville, CT 06062 | Plainville | (860) 747-5728 | 60+ |
| Pomfret Community / Senior Center | 207 Mashamoquet Road Pomfret Center, CT 06259 | Pomfret Center | (860) 928-7459 | |
| Waverly Center | 7 Waverly Avenue Portland, CT 06480 | Portland | (860) 342-6760 | 50+ |
| Preston Senior Center | 42 Long Society Road Preston, CT 06365 | Preston | (860) 889-0770 | 60+ |
| Prospect Senior Center | 6 Center Street Prospect, CT 06712 | Prospect | (203) 758-5300 | |
| Heritage Center | 37 Lonetown Road Redding, CT 06875 | Redding | (203) 938-9725 | |
| Founders Hall | 193 Danbury Road Ridgefield, CT 06877 | Ridgefield | (203) 431-7000 | 60+ |
| Rocky Hill Senior Center | 761 Old Main St. Rocky Hill, CT 06067 | Rocky Hill | (860) 258-2786 | 55+ |
| Roxbury Senior Center | 7 South Street Roxbury, CT 06783 | Roxbury | (860) 210-0056 | |
| Newtown Senior Center | 14 Riverside Rd Sandy Hook, CT 06482 | Sandy Hook | (203) 270-4310 | |
| Shelton Senior Center | 81 Wheeler Street Shelton, CT 06484 | Shelton | (203) 924-9324 | 55+ |
| Sherman Senior Center | 8 Rt. 37 Sherman, CT 06784 | Sherman | (860) 354-2414 | 55+ |
| Simsbury Senior Center | 754 Hopmeadow Street Simsbury, CT 06070 | Simsbury | (860) 658-3273 | 50+ |
| Somers Senior Center | 19 Battle Street Somers, CT 06071 | Somers | (860) 763-4379 | 55+ |
| South Windsor Senior Center | 150 Nevers Rd South Windsor, CT 06074 | South Windsor | (860) 648-6361 | 55+ |
| Calendar House Senior Citizen Center | 388 Pleasant St. Southington, CT 06489 | Southington | (860) 621-3014 | 55+ |
| Stafford Senior Center | 3 Buckley Highway Stafford Springs, CT 06076 | Stafford Springs | (860) 684-3907 | |
| Our Lady of Montserrat Senior Center | 1 Saint Benedict Cr Stamford, CT 06902 | Stamford | (203) 323-2404 | |
| Over 60 Club | 628 Main St. Stamford, CT 06901 | Stamford | (203) 316-9335 | |
| Stamford Jewish Community Center | 1035 Newfield Avenue Stamford, CT 06905 | Stamford | (203) 487-0983 | |
| Stamford Senior Center | 888 Washington Blvd Stamford, CT 06901 | Stamford | (203) 977-5151 | 50+ |
| Sterling Senior Center | 1183 Plainfield Pike Sterling, CT 06373 | Sterling | (860) 564-6781 | |
| Stratford Senior Services | 1000 West Broad Street Stratford, CT 06615 | Stratford | (203) 385-4050 | |
| Suffield Senior Center | 145 Bridge Street Suffield, CT 06078 | Suffield | (860) 668-8830 | |
| McMahon Senior Center | 158 Main St. Thomaston, CT 06787 | Thomaston | (860) 283-0756 | |
| Tolland Senior Center | 674 Tolland Stage Road Tolland, CT 06084 | Tolland | (860) 870-3730 | 60+ |
| Sullivan Senior Center | 88 East Albert Street Torrington, CT 06790 | Torrington | (860) 489-2211 | 60+ |
| Trumbull Senior Center | 23 Priscilla Place Trumbull, CT 06611 | Trumbull | (203) 452-5199 | 55+ |
| Montville Senior Center | 12 Maple Avenue Uncasville, CT 06382 | Uncasville | (860) 848-0422 | |
| Farmington Senior Center | 321 New Britain Ave Unionville, CT 06085 | Unionville | (860) 675-2490 | 50+ |
| Vernon Senior Center | 135 Bolton Road Vernon, CT 06066 | Vernon | (860) 870-3680 | 55+ |
| Wallingford Senior Center | 238 Washington St. Wallingford, CT 06492 | Wallingford | (203) 265-7753 | 60+ |
| Washington Senior Center | 6 Bryan Plaza Washington Depot, CT 06794 | Washington Depot | (860) 868-0735 | |
| La Casa Bienvenida Senior Center | 135 East Liberty Street Waterbury, CT 06706 | Waterbury | (203) 754-6172 | |
| Mattatuck Senior Center | 117 Southmayd Rd Waterbury, CT 06705 | Waterbury | (203) 757-1307 | |
| Mt. Olive A.M.E. Zion Senior Center | 82-100 Pearl St. Waterbury, CT 06704 | Waterbury | (203) 574-1113 | |
| Waterbury Senior Center | 1985 E. Main St. Waterbury, CT 06705 | Waterbury | (203) 574-6746 | 60+ |
| Waterford Senior Services | 24 Rope Ferry Road Waterford, CT 06385 | Waterford | (860) 444-5839 | |
| Elmwood Senior Center | 1106 New Britain Avenue, 2nd Fl West Hartford, CT 06110 | West Hartford | (860) 561-8180 | 55+ |
| Elmwood Senior Center | 1106 New Britain Avenue, 2nd Fl West Hartford, CT 06110 | West Hartford | (860) 561-8180 | 55+ |
| West Hartford Senior Center | 15 Starkel Road West Hartford, CT 06117 | West Hartford | (860) 561-7583 | 55+ |
| West Hartford Senior Center | 15 Starkel Road West Hartford, CT 06117 | West Hartford | (860) 561-7583 | 55+ |
| Allingtown Senior Center | 1 Forest Road West Haven, CT 06516 | West Haven | (203) 937-3509 | 55+ |
| West Haven Senior Center | 201 Noble St. West Haven, CT 06516 | West Haven | (203) 937-3507 | 55+ |
| Westbrook Senior Center | 866 Boston Post Road Westbrook, CT 06498 | Westbrook | (860) 399-2029 | 60+ |
| Weston Senior Center | 9 School Road Weston, CT 06883 | Weston | (203) 222-2608 | |
| Westport Center for Senior Activities | 21 Imperial Avenue Westport, CT 06880 | Westport | (203) 341-5099 | 60+ |
| Wethersfield Senior Center | 30 Greenfield Street Wethersfield, CT 06109 | Wethersfield | (860) 721-2979 | 55+ |
| Windham Senior Center | 47 Cresent St Willimantic, CT 06226 | Willimantic | (860) 423-4524 | 55+ |
| Willington Senior Center | 20 Senior Way Willington, CT 06279 | Willington | (860) 429-8321 | |
| Wilton Senior Center | 180 School Road Wilton, CT 06897 | Wilton | (203) 834-6240 | |
| Windsor Senior Center | 599 Matianuck Avenue Windsor, CT 06095 | Windsor | (860) 285-1992 | 55+ |
| Windsor Locks Senior Center | 41 Oak Street Windsor Locks, CT 06096 | Windsor Locks | (860) 627-1425 | |
| Winsted Senior Center | 80 Holabird Ave. Winsted, CT 06098 | Winsted | (860) 379-4252 | 55+ |
| Charles Rietdyke (Wolcott) Senior Center | 211 Nichols Road Wolcott, CT 06716 | Wolcott | (203) 879-8133 | 55+ |
| Woodbridge Senior Center | 4 Meetinghouse Lane Woodbridge, CT 06525 | Woodbridge | (203) 389-3430 | 60+ |
| Woodbury Senior Center | 281 Main Street South Woodbury, CT 06798 | Woodbury | (203) 263-2828 | 60+ |
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