Social Connections

At CMAP, our diverse array of groups is thoughtfully designed to cater to our participants' various needs – whether they are looking for engaging discussions, social interactions, or supportive environments.

For a list of our current course offerings, please see our Newsletter or Programming Calendar, linked below.

SOCIAL CONNECTIONS

Tailored groups for dynamic discussions, social vibes, and supportive scenes

Our carefully crafted selection of groups is designed to meet the diverse needs of our participants.

RETIREMENT GROUPS

Men in Retirement

Monthly Meetings

Come and meet others who are making or have made the transition into retirement.

Special Presentations

The Men in Retirement group will often invite guest speakers in to give a presentation on various topics.

Women in Retirement

Weekly Coffee Klatch

Connect with fascinating people, build new friendships, savor meaningful conversations, swap stories, and participate in enriching activities that nurture personal development. Monthly presentations are usually the third Friday of the month and Coffee Kaltches meet the first, second, and fourth Fridays. All are welcome! Go to wiret.wordpress.com to learn more.

Special Presentations

Once a month the Women in Retirement group will invite a special guest speaker to give a presentation on various topics.

Transition to Retirement

This monthly group, led by Paul Knight, provides discussion centered around making the adjustment to retirement; those who are retired are welcome.
Group usually meets the third Friday at 3:00 p.m. - Hybrid.

SOCIAL GROUPS

This is just a sampling of many of the social groups we offer at CMAP.
For a full description, and registration information, click below.

Aging Gaily

Group consists of LGBTQ+ identified people who gather to share information, plan social events, and discuss the history of LGBTQ+ community.
Group usually meets the third Monday at 3:00 p.m. - Hybrid.

Forever Young

Forever Young offers an opportunity for you to meet people in the same life stage, engage in social activities, and creates an opportunity to make new friends.
Group usually meets the first Thursday at 3:00 p.m. - Hybrid.

Global Conversations

Conversation and culture for adults over fifty-five who are not native English speakers. All languages welcome.
Group usually meets every Monday at 1:00 p.m. - Hybrid.

Let's Talk

This is a conversation where participants share support, resources, relaxation, laughter and stories.
Group usually meets every Wednesday at 3:00 p.m. - In-Person.

Crafter's Corner

This is a conversation group for all crafty people: knit, quilt, crochet, sew, card-making, paint, draw, scrapbook, pottery, jewelry making, and others.
Group usually meets the second Thursday at 11:00 a.m. - Hybrid.

SUPPORT GROUPS

This is just a sampling of many of the support groups we offer at CMAP.
For a full description, and registration information, click below.

Early-Stage Memory Loss Support Group

Support group for people with early-stage memory loss. Person with memory loss and their care partner are invited to attend.
Group usually meets the third Thursday at 3:00 p.m. - Hybrid.

Next Chapter: Widows & Widowers

For spouses that have moved through the early stages of grief, after losing a spouse, and are starting to feel ready to engage with people and activities.
Group usually meets the second and fourth Wednesday at 11:00 a.m. - Hybrid.

Bereavement

This group welcomes community members who need support and assistance in coping with grief and loss.
Group usually meets the third Monday at 11:00 a.m. - Virtual.

Caregivers

The caregiver group is for anyone, of any age, who is providing care and support for an older adult.
Group usually meets the first Monday at 3:00 p.m. virtually.

Forget-Me-Not: Dementia Caregivers

This group is for anyone who has a loved one with dementia, cognitive decline, or other memory related diagnoses. Participants can join from home or come into the office to be present with others who are on the same caregiving path. During the support group, the Memory Café is open for those with memory loss to engage in a meaningful activity.
Group usually meets the second and fourth Saturday of each month at 10:00 a.m.

THEMED DISCUSSION GROUPS

This is just a sampling of many of the themed discussion groups we offer at CMAP.
For a full description, and registration information, click below.

Café Français

Meeting Monday afternoons all year round, join Café Français for casual French language conversation, focusing on pronunciation, vocabulary, and grammar enrichment.
Group usually meets on Mondays at 3:00 p.m. - In-Person.

Cosmology

Peer-led discussion about the nature of the universe based on physics and metaphysics. Anyone with an interest in cosmology is welcome to join!
Group usually meets on Thursdays at 10:00 a.m. - Hybrid.
Contact brucewallman@gmail.com for more information.

Ted Talks

Participate in our Tuesday morning Ted Talk group where we gather to view and discuss a diverse range of engaging Ted Talks every week. Delve into compelling topics, exchange thoughts, and expand your horizons in this enriching hour of shared learning and discussion.
Group usually meets Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. - Hybrid.