765-203-2674 penny.stevens@eshl.org

Recurring Programs

  • First Friday Free Senior Movie – 12:00 p.m.
    First Friday of each month. Doors open at 12:30 p.m., Show at 1:00 p.m.
    The Alex Theatre, 407 N Harrison St, Alexandria. Concessions available for purchase.
  • Alzheimer’s Support Group – 2:00 p.m.
    Second Thursday of each month. 2:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
    Community Hospital Education Center, 1923 N Madison Ave, Anderson.
    For more info, contact Lori Keith at lori.keith@eCommunity.com or 765-203-2674.
  • AARP Meeting – 12:30 p.m.
    Second Monday of each month. Doors open at 12:30 p.m., meeting at 1:00 p.m.
    Anderson First United Methodist Church, 1215 Jackson St, Anderson.
  • Millcreek Free Family Bingo – 5:30 p.m.
    First Wednesday of each month. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., Bingo at 6:00 p.m.
    Millcreek Civic Center, 403 W Main St, Chesterfield.
    Essential Senior Connections will be hosting in April, July, Oct.
  • Alexandria YMCA Bingo – 6:00 p.m.
    First Thursday of each month. Doors open at 6:00 p.m.
    The Hub, 800 N Central Ave, Alexandria. Anyone welcome, $5.00 entry.
    Essential Senior Connections will be hosting in March, June, September, December.

Fundraisers, Bus Trips & More!

Fundraisers

  • Stay tuned for upcoming fundraisers!

Bus Trips

  • Beef & Boards, “The Wizard of Oz”July 3rd
    Trip includes transportation on a Comfortable Miller Motorcoach, Entry, Buffet Lunch, A Morning Snack & Bus Games. Connecting you to good times & new friends. Ticket availability date TBA.
  • Blue Gate Theatre/ Shipshewana, “When Loves Calls the Heart”October 23rd
    The trip includes transportation on a Comfortable Miller Motorcoach, Entry, Buffet Lunch, A Morning Snack & Bus Games. Time to visit the Bakery & Gift Shops. Evening Snack. Connecting you to good times & new friends. Ticket availability date TBA.
  • Beef & Boards, “A Christmas Story”December 18th
    Trip includes transportation on a Comfortable Miller Motorcoach, Entry, Buffet Lunch, A Morning Snack & Holiday Games. A Special Christmas Gift. Connecting you to good times & new friends. Ticket availability date TBA.

Educational Programs

The Following Programs will be conducted by Purdue Extension – Madison County

  • “Nutrition for Older Adults” – June 18th, 2:00 p.m.
    Community Hospital Education Center, 1923 N Madison Ave, Anderson
  • Empower to Be Clutter Free” – August 6th, 2:00 p.m.
    The Hub, 800 N Central Ave, Alexandria
  • “Staying Scam Safe” – October 8th, 2:00 p.m.
    The Hub, 800 N Central Ave, Alexandria

Questions? For more information on any program or trips, please contact, Linda Harshman at 765-298-6444 or cell 765-606-2585.

*Some of the above-mentioned programs & events are part of a partnership. Collaborative partnerships make for a stronger community.


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