Join us for Light Up a Life 2025 on December 7 at 5:00 PM

at the Church of Christ Congregational, 5 Old Middle Street, Goshen CT.

To support Goshen Community Care with a year-end gift, click here.

Goshen Community Care is here to serve all residents of Goshen.
Please contact us if you or someone you know needs our services.

Upcoming Events:
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NEW! Balance and Strength with Agata

Time: 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Join us Monday mornings this Fall for this FREE wellness class!

Mondays from 10-11 AM. Sept 8th– December 8th in the Parish Hall! *no class on October 13 or November 24th*

This class will incorporate Pilates utilizing various equipment, including:

  • Chair
  • Wall
  • Small props such as balls, bands, and magic circles.

While improving strength and balance, you will build strength and stamina so you can walk out of each class empowered and confident to live the life you want.

No experience necessary, all fitness levels welcome!

To register, email jconnor@goshencommunitycare.org or call the office at 860-491-4673.

 

*This class is available to all attendees free of charge thanks to a generous grant award from Torrington Savings Bank Foundation*

Location:

Parish Hall at Church of Christ Congregational Church
5 Old Middle Street, Goshen, CT

The Parish Hall is located behind the church.

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Dec302025

Coffee, Connections, & Company! December Dates

Time: 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Join us on Tuesdays for games, goodies, great company and more!

Enjoy board games, crafts, and other fun activities while socializing with your neighbors every Tuesday between 1:00-3:00 p.m. Free of charge!

If you have a suggestion for a discussion topic or activity, please let us know!

If you would like to join us, please RSVP to 860-491-4673 so we have an accurate count, or email us at info@goshencommunitycare.org

Location:

Parish Hall at Church of Christ Congregational Church
5 Old Middle Road, Goshen, CT

The Parish Hall is located behind the church.

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Chair Yoga with Crystal- December Session

Time: 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Join us Wednesdays for Chair Yoga with Crystal.

December 3rd-31st (no class Christmas Eve December 24th)

10:00-11:00 AM

$15 for the month. Drop in for $5 per class.
This class provides the benefits of yoga from a seated position.  We will focus on breathing, strengthening, flexibility, and mental wellness through modified yoga poses and Crystal singing bowl vibrations.
Register Online or Call Erin for more information.

860-491-2249 / 860-601-6089

Offered in partnership with Goshen Recreation Department.

Location:

Classes will take place at Kobylenski Lodge (at Camp Cochipianee) 291 Beach Street Goshen CT

Join us Fridays for Traditional Yoga with Crystal.

December 5th- December 26th

NEW TIME: 9:30-10:30 AM

$15 for the month.
Drop in for $5 per class.
This class will open, stretch, and strengthen your body!  It introduces the foundational principles of yoga and the blending of gentle movement and deep breathing.  We will focus on optimal physical alignment and creating balance.
Register Online or Call Erin for more information.

860-491-2249 / 860-601-6089

Offered in partnership with Goshen Recreation Department.

Location:

Classes will take place at Kobylenski Lodge (at Camp Cochipianee) 291 Beach Street Goshen CT

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Light Up a Life 2025

Time: 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Join us for Light Up a Life 2025

Our 2025 Light Up a Life celebration will be held on Sunday, December 7th at 5:00pm.  We will gather first at Church of Christ Congregational, 5 Old Middle Street, in Goshen, CT, and follow with a small reception in the Parish Hall.

How Can You Participate?

  1. Submit Names for our Book of Remembrance:  Each year we read off a list of loved ones who have brought light to our lives.  You may submit as many names as you’d like for us to read aloud during our service.  To make a submission, simply email your list of names to lmarano@goshencommunitycare.org.
  2. Make a Donation: Your generous support of this event allows Goshen Community Care to continue offering important supportive care services and programs to our older adult community free of charge.
  3. Attend our celebration: The more, the merrier!  We invite you to share in this very special evening of remembrance and celebration.  All are welcome!  To view our event program from 2024, click here.

Location:

Church of Christ Congregational Church
5 Old Middle Road, Goshen, CT

Reception to follow at the Parish Hall,  located behind the church.

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Table Talk Hot Lunch-December

Time: 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Join us on Tuesdays for lunch and educational programming!

Our free monthly lunch for our older adult residents is held on the second Tuesday of every month. The lunch is catered by a local Goshen restaurant and is followed by a brief educational program. The meal is served at 12:00 noon and is made possible with grant support from Connecticut Community Foundation.

Our guest speakers this month are from the Western Connecticut Area Agency on Aging.   Malsiella will discuss how a Service Navigator can help you, and Audrey will review concerns regarding Medicare fraud and scams.
Bring any questions to ask these two very helpful staff members!

Hot lunch will be catered by Milk & Honey Grill.

If you would like to join us, please RSVP to 860-491-4673 so we have an accurate count, or email us at jconnor@goshencommunitycare.org

Location:

Parish Hall at Church of Christ Congregational Church
5 Old Middle Road, Goshen, CT

The Parish Hall is located behind the church.

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Good Company Boxed Lunch- December

Time: 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Join us the 3rd Wednesday of each month for a cold lunch box and good company!

NEW for 2025!

Our free monthly boxed lunch for seniors is held on the third Wednesday of every month. Our lunch boxes will contain a sandwich, fruit, cookies, chips, and a beverage- at no cost to you! 

This month, join your neighbors to share Christmas memories, traditions, food, festive music, and a cup of English tea!

Lunch will be followed by card games and other activities.

If you would like to join us, please RSVP to 860-491-4673 or to jconnor@goshencommunitycare.org so we have an accurate count.

Location:

Parish Hall at Church of Christ Congregational Church
5 Old Middle Road, Goshen, CT

The Parish Hall is located behind the church.

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Feb242026

Grief Support Group- Winter 2026 Session

Time: 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm

Find healing and hope as you navigate through your grief journey

We all react differently to the loss of a loved one. Whatever the cause of their death, we are never quite prepared for the flood of emotions and the feeling of brokenness within. No matter where you are along this path, the group can support you in finding hope and healing in your journey through grief.  Led by Karen Jax Giarnese, RN.

Location:

Tuesday afternoons, 3:00-4:30 PM

January 6th- February 24th 2026.  This program is free of charge.

To register, call or text Karen at 860-733-9575.

Parish Hall at Church of Christ Congregational Church
5 Old Middle Street, Goshen, CT. The Parish Hall is located behind the church.

Goshen Community Care - Neighbors Helping Neighbors

Please, let us know how we can help.

We are here for you! All requests are handled with the utmost discretion and confidentiality.

There is no fee for our services. Therefore, we depend solely on the support and tax-deductible donations made by individuals, families, civic organizations, and area businesses. Funds for our programs are received through the generous giving of those who know us and desire that our efforts continue and expand.

Your donations may be made payable to “Goshen Community Care” and mailed to:

Goshen Community Care, Inc.
PO Box 202
5 Old Middle Street
Goshen, CT 06756

Donations can also be made online.