Thrive55+ Active Living Center: Powered by the Groton Senior Center
Geriatrics • Groton, CT
About
- Groton Recreation is an environmental services organization based in Groton, Massachusetts, offering a variety of recreational programs for all ages and abilities. - The department is part of Groton Parks and Recreation, with a small workforce (2 employees) and serves as the local Parks and Recreation hub. - For Thrive55+ Active Living Center powered by the Groton Senior Center, this page provides general Groton Parks and Recreation information but does not specify Thrive55+ details. If you’re seeking specifics about Thrive55+ programming, you may need to consult the Groton Senior Center or separate Thrive55+ page.
Clinic Type
Geriatrics
Address
Groton Town, Groton CT
Phone
860-441-6785
POLICERECORDS@GROTON-CT.GOV
Opening Hours
Not published — contact the clinic to confirm hours.
Services Offered
Insurance & Payment
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Languages Spoken
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FAQs
What is Thrive55+ Active Living Center Transportation Program?
Transportation is provided by the Town of Groton, Thrive 55+. Transportation is provided to qualified seniors seeking rides to and from the center, medical appointments, shopping and the bank.
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: positive
- Birdeye (for Groton, CT location): 4.6/5 stars (163 reviews)
Patients praise
- diverse recreational, health, and wellness programming
- welcoming atmosphere and community gathering place for older adults
- on-site dining options (Coastal Café and snack bar)
- active transportation and support services for seniors
- successful rebranding to attract a wider demographic of adults 55+
Common complaints
- historical perception that the center was exclusively for "seniors" or lower-income individuals
- past issues regarding awareness and visibility of services
"I’ve lived in a number of rural communities and this facility, without any doubt just from walking around today, is the best I’ve ever seen."
— Participant in a 2010 perception study focus groupSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Town Of Groton Opens Cooling Centers As High Temperatures Forecast | Groton, CT Patch — Jun 30, 2026
- Groton Thrive 55+ to hold Souper Bowl Saturday next month | The Day — Jan 21, 2026
- HEAT ADVISORY! New London, CT Region – Cooling Stations, Pools & Splash Pads / Water Parks | WQGN-FM — Jun 30, 2026
- Vista Point at Fairview | Coastal Senior Living in Groton CT — Jul 11, 2025
- Solstice Senior Living at Groton - Starting at 2,736/mo - Groton, Connecticut — Oct 14, 2025
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
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