Active Living May 2012

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The Magazine for Tallahassee’s Active Older Community

Shining a spotlight on the 2012 Silver Stars Beville Vertuno is one of eight volunteers honored for outstanding service

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Silver Star stories ‘humble and inspire’

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he Tallahassee Senior Center & Foundation, together with Capital Health Plan, congratulate the 2012 Silver Stars. Let us introduce you to this year’s winners: Jim Ashlock, Joan Guilday, Lois Haug, Roger Owen, Dick Saunders, Renson Thompson, Beville Vertuno, and Willie Mae Washington.

These incredible individuals were honored last Thursday for their outstanding service to the community since turning age 60. Sheila Salyer, manager of Tallahassee Senior Services, told those assembled for the gala evening, “I am humbled and inspired when I hear our Silver Stars’ stories.

Their contributions of time, compassion, caring and creativity continues to be generously shared with others. I hope you join with us in honoring these extraordinary individuals.” Photos of the Silver Stars Awards will be published in the next issue of Active Living/Golden Review.

People call him the Gentle Giant. At 6-feet, 8-inches tall, Jim Ashlock stands as a man of impressive stature and an open mind, especially about meeting and helping new people. For seven years as volunteer coordinator for Big Bend Hospice, Jim has assisted many, many patients and their families during end of life.

He is a skilled communicator—a result of training at Columbia University School of Journalism and 50 years as a reporter and public relations professional. Those talents have served him well on several boards since his retirement, including the Aviation Advisory Board, the Goodwood Museum board and the board of Northeast Business Associates. Trinity United Methodist Church also benefits from Jim’s skills; he leads a Sunday school class and volunteers as an usher.

Jim believes that people need to do something beyond themselves. He says, “Sometimes helping those in need is part of your job and sometimes it isn’t. But either way, it

Jim Ashlock is volunteer coordinate for Big Bend Hospice. has to be done.” Jim finds volunteering tremendously rewarding. He makes himself available for short-notice assignments at Hospice, sometimes responding within a few minutes—when a patient needs a ride, or to sit with a patient in his last hours.

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lot of good memories and Jim says his life is richer because of it. Through his Hospice volunteerism, he meets all kinds. “Just fantastic people!” he says.

“I’ve seen how people live from one end of the spectrum to the other. I’ve been to small old houses and big, beautiful places.

Joan Guilday is a mediator for small claims court.

Misfortune doesn’t pick and choose. Need is universal.” Colleagues agree that the most inspirational part about the Gentle Giant is his big heart.

Joan Guilday, 80

Joan’s altruistic nature can be seen throughout the entire community. She

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moved to Tallahassee seven years ago and immediately began to serve. Joan works in the Senior Center health suite, helps with food banks and homeless shelters, and chairs the Senior Services Advisory Council. The list goes on and on. Joan truly gives her all.

As a mediator of small claims court, Joan takes pride in facilitating the resolution of cases without the need for court involvement. The most important part of this task, Joan says, is that you help others help themselves.

Joan doesn’t think of her benevolence as honorable. She says simply that it is “selfish” because she receives so much gratification from the experience of helping others.

She’s happy to enjoy good health and have the opportunity to volunteer in such a meaningful way.

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Among her many other credits, the former surgical scrub technician volunteered at Tallahassee Memorial Hospital Women’s Center where she conducted tours and assisted with reports. Her volunteer “career” as a senior also included work in a church office and service as a docent at Ocala’s Appleton Museum of Art. The Tallahassee community recognized Joan’s extraordinary volunteer efforts with the presentation of the President’s Volunteer Service Award and she was nominated for the Tallahassee Democrat’s Volunteer of the Year Award in the civic division.

She is a graduate of Tallahassee Active Lifelong Leaders, mom of eight, grandmother of 15 and great grandmother of five.

Joan continues to serve her community in countless ways. For that, Tallahassee is richer.

Lois Haug, 80

Lois Haug retired to Tallahassee in 2002 and soon found herself training at Florida Hospital in Orlando to become a parish nurse for Wildwood Presbyterian Church.

“Steadfast” and “faithful” aptly describe her service. As a parish nurse, Lois calls and checks on the sick, visits the bed ridden, and feeds both body and soul. Cake and cookie baking comes as much a part of parish nursing as blood pressure readings and get well cards, lifting the spirits of shut-ins and seniors. She’s proud of her role because she says that the job “encompasses a lot.” A parish nurse, she explains, gets to know those around her and recognizes when all might not be right.

She takes blood pressures, assists parishioners

Lois Haug is a parish nurse, visiting the bedridden. with their hearing aid devices, and handles the upkeep of the church defibrillator. Lois also coordinates blood drives, assists during elections, bags groceries for Our Father’s Storehouse, prays for others and cares for families of the sick or those in grief. She truly embodies the essence of a Silver Star, combining her technical nursing skills with

the endless desire to help – changing lives of many grateful people.

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showed up on the first Saturday of each month in Frenchtown.

Lois says that her volunteer work is most satisfying because she knows she’s doing the Lord’s work. She brings a light to our community and shows what a difference a parish nurse can make.

Dr. Roger Owen, 85

The only child of a dentist father and a musician mother, Roger came back from WWII to attend the University of Wisconsin under the G.I. Bill. He received his MSW degree from FSU, with a PhD following from the University of Miami. He rekindled his love affair with Tallahassee after living 35 years in Miami.

With a daughter, seven step-children and seven grandchildren, Roger still finds time to serve on the Senior Services Advisory Council and the Art Council. He was a member of

Roger Owen serves on the Senior Center Adisory Council. the Tallahassee Active Lifelong Leaders inaugural class; he held joint responsibility for planning TALL’s Art and Culture Day for the next three

years. Roger shines as an award winning photographer, an accomplished pianist and a willing volunteer for such worthy groups as Tallahassee

Dick Saunders is a mediator and volunteers with Big Bend Hospice.

Little Theatre and WFSU radio. But, Roger says his life is centered around the Senior Center because it is “a very special place. If you can’t find something

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Roger is inspired by a quote from Bobby Kennedy, “If not now, when? If not me, who?” The quote pops into his head each time he sees a chance to help. “I just cannot walk by the opportunity.” One of his fondest volunteer moments came during Hurricane Andrew when people were not allowed to bring their pets into shelters. Roger joined with a veterinary group that assisted pets found in the storm’s aftermath and reunited them with their owners—a great gift for animal and master alike.

“Volunteering is not a ‘holiday’ or big event.

Instead it is an everyday thing,” Roger says. As a Silver Star, Rogers thinks he is “in good company.”

Dick Saunders, 83

Shortly after retirement from Chrysler Financial, Dick found himself somewhat impatiently checking his watch and waiting

for the mail man! After 30 years as an executive with the company, he just didn’t know how to be retired.

His extensive repertoire of volunteering first ignited when he read an article in the Tallahassee Democrat about the need for Ombudsmen. Dick trained and began investigating resident complaints at nursing homes and assisted living facilities. From there, he never looked back. He fondly remembers one woman he met at a nursing home.

She hadn’t spoken for an entire year. The volunteers that day brought in a llama and when the animal approached, the lady looked up and embraced it with joy. Dick says this is the most rewarding thing about volunteering—to see someone who needs it most receive happiness from the actions of others.

He serves as a mediator in small claims court.

Through involvement in his church, Dick also became a Steven’s Minister, which made him the lay caregiver for care receivers. Other volunteer efforts include his service as a Big Bend Hospice companion/visitor and he rates golf courses for the Florida State Golf Association. Previously, Dick volunteered with the Alzheimer’s Respite Program and Guardian ad Litem.

He’s been nominated twice for the Tallahassee Democrat’s Volunteer of the Year award and was a finalist in 2001; Dick was named volunteer of the year with the Ombudsman program and received the Presidents Volunteer Service Award in 2003.

Dick says thoughtfully, “I have been blessed with good health and will continue to look for ways to help those in need.” We say, “Thank you Dick.”

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Beville Vertuno, 74

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“Life-changer” fits the Elder Renson Thompson.

He’s often described that way. His contributions to the community throughout his life, and his drive to help others, seems endless. Serving as the pastor of Little Salem Primitive Baptist Church in Crawfordville for 30 years, he accomplished many missions for groups of all ages. He led the church into a new sanctuary and established several significant ministries including: couples and singles, Men of a Mission, health, and back-on-track ministries.

Renson volunteers at Miracle Village senior community where he preaches and sings in the choir. Always willing to give his time and talents to those in need, Elder Thompson married many couples and continues to counsel them in keeping God first. He often is sought after as a master of leading old hymns. And

Beville Vertuno teaches French at the Senior Center.

Renson Thompson volunteers at Miracle Village senior community. volunteering is simple because I just like people.” Being able to make people laugh, to bring joy to their lives, is something of which he is very proud.

“I guess I constantly seek to turn frowns into laugh-

those who know him well say he lives by the Bible hymn “A Charge to Keep I Have.” He tells people he has a charge to keep “and I intend to do so, and hold out until the end.”

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ter.” Instead of complaining about the way things are, Renson believes we should all work to find out how to accomplish change.

Renson’s desire to help others is genuine, and he truly enjoys the work he does. He says with great certainty that people just want to be heard and that he wants to be the listener.

Bev’s passion for language began in her first high school French class.

She loved it so much, she decided to teach French herself—and came to Tallahassee’s Leon County High School in 1971 to do just that. Time passed and Bev retired. She said “I was surprised to find out how much I missed it… even though I knew that teachers often have a hard time ‘quitting’ after retirement.” Encouraged by her friends and family, she stopped by the Senior Center to offer her services one day, and the rest is history. Bev is a six-year volunteer and conversational French teacher at the center, customizing instruction to changing groups of adult students.

She was “delighted to find what a pleasure it

is, working with my own peer group and how eager my students are to continuously learn.” They even asked for homework! Bev enjoys this different kind of teaching—“it is more than a class and learning. It is a fellowship of friends with something in common, the desire to speak French.” And what better way to practice their skills than taking a trip to France—which is exactly what Bev, her husband and her French classes do. In fact they just returned from France earlier this month.

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and just plain fun,” she says. Teaching French at the Senior Center has become the highlight of her retirement. She is happy to be part of such a welcoming and well-rounded organization.

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Willie Mae Washington, 73

Born and raised in Tallahassee, Willie Mae endeavors to make her city a better place. She believes that each person can help someone. She tells those around her to identify their skills and abilities and put them to good use as a volunteer. Willie Mae remembers the first time she decided to volunteer for Crisis Hotline in 1978.

That gave her a new appreciation for the needs in Tallahassee. Giving back to her community became her resolve.

Since then Willie Mae continues to find ways to make a true difference. She genuinely loves helping others and is known among the children in her church for her ability to cook. Willie Mae knows that “everyone needs a good meal” and she loves to serve up just that. The appreciation on children’s faces when she cooks up her most famous meal, turkey and yellow rice with blueberry cream cheese cake, makes her light up as bright as the sparkle she sees in the kids eyes. But it doesn’t stop with just a good meal. Willie Mae keeps finances for the Church of Christ youth summer camp and occasionally likes to be the camp storyteller.

For the past 10 years, this beautiful lady coordinated purchasing, cooking and serving of a meal to the homeless at the Tallahassee Shelter once each month. She remains active in her church care group which rotates with other care groups to provide shelter meals.

Willie Mae Washington cooks for the Homeless Shelter.

GaP Support Lunch Wed., May 30 & June 27, Noon – 1:30 p.m.

Leon County Public Library 200 W. Park Ave. Program room A. Complimentary lunch provided for grandparents and other relative caregivers. Reservations Required for all attending. Child care provided at the June meeting.

Call or email Ashley Webb at 891-4008 or ashley.webb@talgov.com if you would like more information or to RSVP for any events above!

GaP is a program of Leon County Senior Outreach, a program of the Tallahassee Senior Foundation.

Willie Mae currently serves as president of the Basic Stars’ Toastmasters Club, an organization designed to enhance and improve communication and leadership skills.

Both humbled and honored to be a Silver Star, Willie Mae is mom of two and grandmother of five.

Linda Hackley and granddaughters at the GaP spring social.

GaP families, Advisory Council members & staff enjoyed a beautiful day at Optimist Park during the annual Spring Social.

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Alzheimer’s Project offers three day-respite programs

By Bill Wertman Special to Active Living

Feeling overwhelmed as a caregiver of someone with Alzheimer’s?

Few would dispute that providing round the clock care for a loved one is a rigorous process filled with rewards and sometimes a bit of frustration. OK, maybe more than a little frustration!

These frustrations and the extraordinary challenges of caregiving are the exact reasons respite is such an important concept. This interval of rest or relief is a free community service provided by

the Alzheimer’s Project, Inc. The Alzheimer’s Project, Inc. offers three day-respite programs in Tallahassee and one in Crawfordville (Wakulla County). In June we will be opening our first day-respite program in Quincy (Gadsden County).

These respite programs are unique in that they offer respite for the caregivers and additionally, they have much to offer all of individuals with Alzheimer’s or dementia who attend.

Day-respite programs offer attendees many socialization opportuni-

ties each day. Typically guests arrive between 9 and 10 a.m. and trained volunteers and a staff coordinator greet them.

Once everyone is settled in there are opportunities for games and puzzles or arts and crafts and story-telling too. During the course of the day, there are various therapies such as art, pet, play, music and seated exercise. Lunch is provided.

If you are interested in participating, or volunteering, please visit the agency’s website at www. alzheimersproject.org or call 850-386-2778 and ask for Karen or Recie.

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Q: Is it true that a person can own a home and still be eligible for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits?

A: Yes. A person who owns a home and lives in that home can be eligible for SSI benefits. Although there is an asset limit for people to qualify for SSI, some things don’t count toward that limit, such as a house, a vehicle, and some funds set aside for burial expenses. To learn more about SSI and the eligibility requirements, browse our booklet, Supplemental Security Income at www.socialsecurity.gov/pubs/11000. html.

Q: I know you need to have limited resources to receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI).

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can use for support. They include cash, real estate, personal belongings, bank accounts, stocks, and bonds. To be eligible for SSI a person must have $2,000 or less in countable resources. (A married couple must have $3,000 or less in countable resources.) Not all of your resources count toward the SSI resource limit. For example: The home you live in and the land it’s on do not count.

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Life insurance policies may not count, depending on their value.

Your car usually does not count.

Burial plots for you and members of your immediate family do not count.

Up to $1,500 in burial funds for you and up to $1,500 in burial funds for your spouse may not count.

If you are blind or have a disability, some items may not count if you plan to use them to work or earn extra income.

You may also wish to read our material on “resources” in the booklet, Understanding SSI at http://www.socialsecurity. gov/ssi/text-understanding-ssi.htm — This column was prepared by the Social Security Administration. For fast answers to specific Social Security questions, contact Social Security toll-free at 800-772-1213.

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Paint brushes are neatly arranged for use inside the art room of the Senior Center. The Senior Center is a hub of activities on a daily basis with classes that included ceramics, water coloring and dance for health classes.

Weekly Studio Art Classes At the Tallahassee Senior Center: Ongoing studio classes meet on a weekly basis and do not require pre-registration.

Instructors work with individual students, and students assist and critique one another in a rewarding collaborative environment. It is recommended you visit the class and talk to the instructor before joining a class; the instructor will provide you with an individualized supply list. Studio Artists have the opportunity to exhibit in the center’s gallery spaces. All classes are located at the Senior Center unless otherwise noted.

Call 891-4016 or email Leslie.Puckett@talgov. com for more information. $8 per class (55+), $10 others.

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Help Elder Care Services assist seniors with utility bills

By Samantha Labello Special to Active Living

Air-conditioning is the number one protective factor against heat-related illness and death. However, many seniors on a fixed monthly income avoid using their A/C due to high utility bills. Serious health side effects can develop when the elderly and chronically ill do not have protection from the heat, especially since their brains do not sense the heat as readily and their bodies cannot act as quickly as younger people’s to relieve the effects of heat on the body.

Additionally, seniors suffering from chronic diseases such as heart disease and respiratory disease have a more difficult time coping with high heat. Further complicating seniors’ fight against heatrelated illness and death is that the drugs taken to treat chronic illnesses like heart and respiratory disease can dehydrate a person during hot weather.

Medications to lower blood pressure can also make the dyhydrating effects of heat worse.

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“People who are 60 and older are vulnerable to heat-related illnesses and we ask that residents check on their elderly family members and neighbors,” says Sharon Davidson, Director of Development with Elder Care Services.

Each month, Elder Care Services receives money from EHEAP (Emergency Home Energy Assistance Program), a federally funded program that

provides funds for low income seniors who are in crisis situations. EHEAP funds help seniors with utility payments and provide propane for gas tanks.

Applications are received on a first come basis and only seniors whose services are in jeopardy of being turned off or need to be reinstated are considered.

Usually, funds are depleted by the first week of each month. With summer approaching, bills will increase and seniors on a fixed income will face challenges to keep their utilities on. Currently, Elder Care Services is receiving an average

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as medical expenses climb for the elderly.

People on Medicare already spend three times more as a percent of income out-of-pocket for health care compared to non-Medicare households — 14.7 percent vs. 4.9 percent, according to the National Council on Aging.

“The financial burden is highest for beneficiaries who are older, in relatively poor health, and have low or modest incomes,” said council spokesman Ken Schwartz.

Medicare recipients 85 and older spend an average of 30 percent of their income for out-of-pocket medical expenses, or $4,615 a year, according to an analysis on the website NewRetirement. com.

Many seniors who have higher retirement savings and income pay even more: Older clients of Boca Raton financial planner Mari Adam spend about $10,000 to $20,000 per year for medical expenses, she estimated.

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Clark said she has managed to stay out of the hospital since the mid-1970s, except for a nasty bout with a nose bleed a few years ago.

She has saved tens of thousands of dollars in medical costs, from hospital bills to paying for home healthcare nurses.

Clark, for example, “treats” arthritis by bending, stretching and moving about during her daily 30-minute workouts in her apartment at the John Knox Village. She adds twopound weights to her regimen every other day.

“Every single joint gets moved,” Clark said.

To keep her good health, Clark stopped bad habits early. She quit smoking in 1960, four years before the U.S. Surgeon General issued a warning about the dangers of cigarettes.

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‘Boomercise’: Meet author David Pargman

By Andrea Personett “In spite of what you think,” says Dr. David Pargman, “it’s never too late to start exercising.

Within weeks you’ll notice significant changes.”

Local author and former FSU professor David Pargman, PhD, created Boomercise: Exercising as You Age—a powerful approach to exercise for the older adult. The book guides men and women of the Boomer generation in establishing safe, sensible programs suited to their individual needs.

Boomercise deals with achieving a positive body image, improving nutrition, avoiding injury and setting realistic exercise goals, and much more. Dr. Pargman provides basic fitness concepts, exposes myths and fallacies about exercise and lifestyle and offers helpful tips for constructing personalized exercise programs.

He also stresses that not quitting your exercise regime is tremendously important. Dr. Pargman counsels that structuring

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your exercise environment appropriately will help you stick to it—considering all the variables from the getgo: when do you feel the strongest; what time of day are you most productive; how far must you travel to exercise; will your workout be safe; can you handle the terrain? Since dropping out is a major problem for exercisers, Dr. Pargman shows how to develop strategies to reduce the likelihood of quitting.

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He also explains the psychological benefits of exercise as people age. “We all know that mind and brain function tend to decrease as we get older,” says Dr. Pargman. “Exercise improves mind and brain activity and actually inhibits their deterioration.”

He also points out that a personality profile can be most helpful in determining what kind of exercise is best for each individual. His book explains how exercise affects reaction time and working memory, as well as social psychological issues. “Social psychology, or interacting with others, can greatly impact the mind and body,” Pargman adds.

Join Dr. Pargman on Tuesday, May 15, at 7:30 p.m. at the Tallahassee Senior Center to learn more about Boomercise: Exercising as You Age. Dr. Pargman will have his book for sale at the talk and will sign copies. Suggested donation for the event is $2 (55+), $3 others. Seating is limited. Call 891-4003 to make a reservation.

Hearing Resources, page 10

Senior Games, page 6-7

Senior Center for the Arts, page 11

Tallahassee Senior Foundation, page 8 & 9

Senior Center Calendar, page 12

Black and White Charity Ball

GOLDEN REVIEW

n The Golden Review is a bi-monthly publication of the Tallahassee Senior Center, 1400 N Monroe St, Tallahassee, FL 32303.

Sheila Salyer, Senior Services Manager, City of Tallahassee; Executive Director, Tallahassee Senior Foundation; Editor, Golden Review Rosetta Stone Land, Managing Editor Hella Spellman, Contributing Editor Andrea Personett, Contributing Editor Martha Gruender, Layout & Design The mission of Tallahassee Senior Services is to enhance the independence and quality of life for seniors and caregivers through educational, social, recreational and wellness opportunities.

Eileen Noel and Joe Kowalski are ready for the Black and White Charity Ball Mark Your Calendar USA BALLROOM Annual Black and White Charity Ball May 19 Dancing: 7:30 - 10:30 p.m.

Heavy Hors d’oeuvres M u s ic by D J D ick Hagen

Tickets $25 Dance is smoke and alcohol-free.

Formal or Semi-Formal Attire Held at and benefits Tallahassee Senior Center 140 0 North Monroe Street

Disclaimer of Endorsement: Reference herein to any specific commercial products, process, or service by trade name, trademark, manufacturer, or otherwise, does not necessarily constitute or imply its endorsement, recommendation or favoring by Tallahassee Senior Services or the Tallahassee Senior Foundation.

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Leisure Learning Corner Suggested donation $2 (55+), $3 (others). Call 8914003 to reserve seat.

Boomercise: Exercising as You Age. Tue., May 15, 7:30 – 8:30 p.m.

Join author David Pargman, PhD, and learn to set realistic exercise goals, achieve a positive body image, improve nutrition and avoid injury. Dr. Pargman answers questions after his presentation.

Challenges to Retirement Workshop. Tue., June 5, 7 – 8:30 p.m.

Whether you’re already retired or approaching retirement, financial specialist Steve Halsell will address issues unique to Boomers and the economy in his informative presentation and comprehensive Q&A session.

Creative Writing Workshop at Allegro Senior Living. Thur., 10 a.m., beginning May 24 Practice your craft with others who love to write.

This new Allegro group will focus on the creative process and give participants a forum in which to share their work. Novels, poetry, short stories, even songs welcome! Supplies needed: pencil and paper and imagination. In the Game Room at Allegro (formerly Heritage Oaks).

Lifelong Learning Series, SouthWood Community Center. Mondays, June 4-25 10-11 a.m.

“Turtles & Gators & Bears, Oh My! Learning about Florida Wildlife” Learn about Florida’s native wildlife through experts from the Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission. Features a different species each week: black bears, alligators, manatees, gopher turtles and more. Call 8914009 for information.

Following lunch at Allegro Senior Living on Housing Day, Class 5 gathers for an Aging in Place panel dealing with supportive and in-home services, homeowner fraud and how the City helps seniors stay in their homes.

Pickleball!

It was a Dailey day! Commissioner John Dailey (left), mom Sarah Ann and brother Charlie are all smiles at the recent TALL Class 5 graduation. Mom is a proud class graduate and the commissioner gave the keynote address.

TALLAHASSEE ACTIVE LIFELONG LEADERS Class 5 “Such to me is the new image of aging: growth in self and service for all mankind.” Ethel Percy Andrus’ words guide each Tallahassee Active Lifelong Leaders (TALL) class.

Class 5 experienced lots of adventure and occasionally unfamiliar surroundings to find themselves in several educational and even entertaining scenarios.

2012 UPCOMING EVENTS

TSC’s first taste of Pickleball was sweet!

PRNA tennis superintendent Glen Howe recently brought Pickleball—and an hour-long lesson—to the Senior Center. Combine badminton, tennis, and table tennis and you get Pickleball—a hard paddle-whiffle ball racquet sport played on a court the size of a doubles badminton court.

Although Pickleball appears to be similar to tennis, key differences make Pickleball more accessible to a wider range of players, particularly seniors.

Speed of the ball (one-

third slower than a tennis ball), and size of the court (just under onethird the size of a tennis court), “…make Pickleball much easier to play than tennis,” says Howe. “and make it a great game for seniors.”

Pickleball and mini tennis are played Wednesdays at 1:30 p.m.

Glen Howe’s Pickleball and mini tennis lessons are on court the first Wednesday of each month (except July) at 1:30 as well.

If interested, call 8914003 to register for the next lesson or just show up to play next Wednesday!

Recreation Marjorie Turnbull dresses for the occasion. On Public Safety Day, costumes include straps, buckles, fire retardant outfits, and hats—hard hats.

L3X Lifelong Learning eXtravaganza

“Legacy, Leisure & Lore” Sunday, October 14 thru Friday, October 19 • Workshops, lectures and cultural classes • Historical venues and environmental treasures • Entertainment and demonstrations

If you compulsively spell words, read Scrabble dictionaries for fun and live to score double-words going both ways, come play!

For information, call 891-4007.

Suggested donation $2 (55+) and $3 (others).

Tuesdays, 2 to 4 pm.

Please bring your own game.

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Glen Howe gives participants their first Pickleball lesson at TSC.

CONTRA DANCE (Tallahassee Community Friends of Old Time Dance) Fun, energetic, easy dancing.

No experience necessary. Families welcome! Most dances are on the 2nd and some 4th Friday, 7:30 – 10:30 p.m. unless otherwise noted. $8 adults; $7 seniors, $5 students, $3 for 12 and under if dancing.

Dances: Fri., May 25-27 Florida Folk Festival in White Springs, FL Fri., June 8 Long Forgotten String Band, Vicki Morrison caller Fri., July 13 Greasy String Band, caller TBD USA BALLROOM DANCE Free dance lesson from 6:30

– 7:15 p.m, dances 7:30 – 10:30 p.m. $8 USA Dance members; $14 non-members Dances: Sat., May 19 “Black & White” Charity Ball (semi-formal) Sat., June 16 “Tropical Nights” JOIN US FOR THESE OTHER FUNTASTIC DANCE GROUPS Beginning Line Dance, Mondays 5:15 p.m. and Thursdays 12:30 p.m.

Capital Twirlers Square Dance, Mondays 7 p.m.

Capital Round Dance, Tuesdays 6:30 p.m.

Dancing for Fun, Fridays 2 p.m.

Beginning Ballroom and Swing Lessons, Fridays 5:30 p.m.

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Spring Fling

Silver Star awardS SponSorS

Tallahassee Senior Services and the Tallahassee Senior Foundation wish to thank the following sponsors of the 11th Annual Silver Stars Awards.

Galaxy Sponsor Capital Health Plan

Pure Platinum rocked the house at this year’s Spring Fling, the kickoff event for Florida’s Ambassadors for Aging Day at the Capitol. Groups from around the state gathered at the Tallahassee Senior Center to celebrate.

Pictured at left are, from left, Gena Varn, Sue Richarson, Fred Varn, Pat O’Connell, and Hella Spellman. Richarson and O’Connell came to town to represent the St. Johns County Senior Center and the Florida Association of Senior Centers.

Milky way Sponsor Capital Home Health Starburst Sponsor Legacy Toyota Big dipper Sponsors Audiology Associates of North Florida Carroll & Co. Home Instead Senior Care Interim HealthCare of NW FL, Inc. Palmer Eye Center Sniffen & Spellman, PA Westminster Oaks Active Living Community little dipper Sponsors Allegro Independent & Assisted Living Ann Cleare, Realtor Burke Physical Therapy Broadview Assisted Living Tallahassee Memory Care Centre Pointe Health & Rehab Clare Bridge & Sterling House Assisted Living DQP Copy & Print Eye Associates of Tallahassee Florida Telecommunications Relay, Inc. HarborChase of Tallahassee Maxim Healthcare Services NHC Home Care Pacifica Senior Living, Woodmont Seven Hills Health & Rehab TMH Lifeline north Star Sponsors Barbara Brandt Bill Graham Carr, Allison Law Firm Dot Carroll Comfort Keepers R. W. Hall Helen Hamm John Haugabrook Jenny Craig Archie and Jan Johnston Lisa Meyer Sheila Salyer Tallahassee Memorial Healthcare Wellcare

Ice Cream Social & Volunteer Recognition By special invitation of the Tallahassee Senior Center & Foundation

Please Join Us… Monday, July 16, at 12:30 p.m.

Minnie D. Crump, Alberta Duffee, and Gloria J. Sullivan share a table and good times as Pure Platinum entertained.

Please note Tallahassee Senior Center will be closed n Memorial Day, May 28

Tallahassee Senior Center Foundation now accepting reservations for these tours:

New England Autumn Massachusetts, Maine, Vermont, Oct. 3 – 6 Price begins at $2,249 d/pp.

n Maintenance Week, June 25 – 29 n Independence Day, July 4.

Savannah and St. Augustine Dec. 4—6

TSC Auditorium, 1400 N Monroe St

Thanks to our Sponsors Desloge Home Oxygen and Medical Equipment Hopewell JCKC Dog Track Jonathan Walker, LMT Preservation Financial Group R & R Physical Therapy Spa Concepts, Inc.

$475 d/pp, $585 s

Alpine Christmas Austria and Germany, Dec. 9—16

Welcomes For more information please call 891-4000.

Shenanigan’s Performs at Ice Cream Social This year’s Ice Cream Social & Volunteer Recognition will be a tropical paradise you won’t want to miss.

Join the Tallahassee Senior Center in honoring more than 400 volunteers on Monday, July 16, from 12:30 to 2 pm. Shenanigan’s Inc. will perform hits by Jimmy Buffett, The Beach Boys and more!

Band members include Jonathan Walker (LMT), TV personality Frank Ran-

icky, Debbie Walker, Sharon La Couture, Glenn Adams, LaDon Adams and the Adams’ children: Noah, Julianna & Bethany.

Shenanigan’s formed in July 2009. This group of talented friends is led

by Walker, long time TSC volunteer who says Shenanigans, Inc., “is blessed to be performing at this year’s Ice Cream Social” and be a part of this special volunteer recognition.

Price begins at $2699 d/pp.

Thursday May 17th, 2012 5 PM—9 PM Please come and support the Tallahassee Senior Center & Foundation during our “Share Night”.

Please tell the waitress you are supporting them and Morelia’s will donate 15% of your sales to the center!

Galapagos Islands and Machu Picchu Feb. 16—Mar. 3, 2013

Price begins at $8,449 d/pp.

Irish Splendor Mar. 11—18, 2013

Morelia’s Authentic Mexican

1355 A-11 Market St., Tallahassee, FL (Next to Talbots on Timberlane) Phone: 850/907-9173 www.MoreliasMexican.com

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Price begins at $2,599 d/pp.

Call 891-4004 for information

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Health & Fitness For more information on offered programs, call Ruth Nickens, R.N. Health Program Coordinator or Toni Walmsley, Asst.

Health Program Coordinator at 891-4000.

Most presentations are 11 am – Noon in the TSC Dining Room and a $2 donation for each presentation is appreciated; exceptions noted.

self-esteem, and mental focus. Taught by Bridget Kamke.

Life Exercise Tue and Thur, 9:30 – 10:30 am, by Pomeroy Brinkley. Aerobics, light weights, and stretching.

Tai Chi Wed and Fri, 10 – 11 am

HEALTH PROGRAMS

Zumba® Gold: Thur, 5:30 – 6:30 pm $5 (55+) $7 others

“Meditation and Mindfulness” Thur, May 17 & June 21 10:30 – 11:30 am Conference Room 1A Now offered monthly on the 3rd Thursday, these workshops introduce you to the secrets of the timeless art of meditation.

You will feel calmer, more focused and balanced. Taught by Leslie Hanks.

“CPR for Seniors” Mon, May 21 Dining Room Review your basic CPR! Leon County EMS presents a concise workshop about how to respond if ever in the situation to save a human life.

“Ion Sancho Speaks: You and Your Vote” Wed, May 23 Dining Room Ion Sancho Supervisor of Elections for Leon County, takes questions and speaks about America’s voting process.

“Drumming: You’ve Got the Rhythm” Thur, May 24 & 31, 10:30 – 11:30 am Activity Room Another two-part drumming series. Bring your drum if you have one, but there are drums to borrow. Everyone welcome. Facilitated by Mershell Sherman.

Nutritional Counseling and Assistance Tue, June 5 12:30 – 1:30 pm Health Suite Professional dietician answers questions about weight loss, healthy eating, and diabetes. Offered by Leah Gilbert-Henderson, PhD, LD. Pre-registration encouraged, but not required. Call 891-4042 to schedule.

Healthy Living mini-expo: “Women and Domestic Violence” Thur, June 28 10 am – Noon Activity Room Melanie Tudor presents information about the TPD Victim Advocacy Unit, committed to providing comprehensive services and support that address physical, emotional, and financial needs resulting from abuse or victimization. Important information for woman of all ages!

“Quit Smoking Now: A Smoking Cessation Program” Mon, June 11 – July 16 2:30 – 4:30 pm Conference Room 1A

Aveda students provide relaxing massages to seniors during Spa Day at the Senior Center.

Yoga Mon and Wed 5:30 -7 pm, taught by Pamela Hunter. Vigorous practice for adults including poses, relaxation, and mediation.

Wear comfortable clothes and yoga mat (if you have one). $10 (55+) $12 others

NEIGHBORHOOD FITNESS SITES

Six-week program for smokers who want to become ex-smokers. Attend one of these highly effective class/support groups if you are ready to quit smoking now. Nicotine patches provided at no charge. Offered

by Big Bend AHEC. Call 224-1177 to register.

HEALTH SCREENINGS

Health Suite, 10 am – Noon Blood Pressure Tue, Wed, & Thur

Glucose Wednesdays by NHC Homecare and volunteers Stroke/TIA Tue, May 15 by Healthsouth Rehab Balance Thur, June 7 by R&R Physical Therapy Hearing Wed, June 13 & July 11 by Audibel Telephones for the Hearing Impaired Wed, Aug 8 by Florida Telecommunications, Relay, Inc. No-cost hearing screenings provided by Audibel. Specialized amplified phones provided by Florida Telecommunications Relay, Inc. (FTRI). Criteria to obtain a free specialized phone include: permanent Florida resident, at least 3 years of age, and a certified hearing loss or speech disability. If you are already wearing hearing aids, you qualify. If you have a defective FTRI phone and would like to exchange it, please bring it in today. For more information or questions about FTRI, please call 800-222-3448.

Podiatry Screening & Foot Care Thur, June 21 1 – 3 pm Health Suite Dr. Gary McCoy, Podiatrist & foot specialist cuts toenails and assesses foot problems. Doctor accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and secondary insurance, which may cover costs for this service if you have diabetes, vascular disease, neuropathy, renal failure, MS, or are on blood thinner Coumadin.

Otherwise, $25 fee applies. No appointment necessary.

MASSAGE AND REIKI Reiki Tue, May 22, June 5 & 19, July 3 10:30 am – Noon, Susie Howell, Reiki Master, and friends Massage 10 am - Noon Tue, May 22 Norma Reesor, LMT Thur, May 17 & 31, June 14 & 28, June 12 Jonathan Walker, LMT

FITNESS Seated NIA Yoga (Neuromuscular Integrative Action) Tue, 11 am – Noon Lori Roberts, certified NIA yoga instructor Brain-Body-Memory-Balance Mon, 1:30 – 2:30 pm Designed to sharpen cognitive and balance skills. Low impact.

Bring water bottle and comfortable clothing. Taught by Kathy Gilbert Chair Yoga Fri, 11 am – Noon A gentle yoga workout for increased mobility, bladder control,

* Event is sponsored by LCSO, a program of Tallahassee Senior Center & Foundation. $2 donation unless otherwise noted. *Bradfordville Historic School House Senior Fitness Beginners: Tue & Thur, 10:30 – 11:15 am Intermediate: Tue & Thur, 11:30 am – 12:30 pm Afternoon Class: Tue & Thur, 1 – 2 pm *Chaires-Capitola Dorothy C. Spence Community Center Senior Fitness: Mon, Wed & Fri, 9:15 – 10:15 am *Fort Braden Community Center Senior Fitness: Mon & Wed, 10:30 – 11:30 am ZUMBA Dance Fitness: Mon & Wed 6:30 – 7:30 pm, Tue & Thur 10 – 11 am $2 per class (55+), $3 others Allegro Retirement Community Brain–Body–Memory–Balance: Wed, 2 – 3 pm Jack McLean Community Center Super Seniors Fitness: Tue, Wed & Thur, 10 – 11 am (no charge) Jake Gaither Community Center Mindful Movement: Moving for Better Balance: Thursdays, 11 am – Noon Optimist Park Brain–Body–Memory–Balance: Tue, 10 –11 am *Woodville Community Center Senior Fitness: Mon & Wed, 8:30 – 9:30 am

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Lunch & Learns, Senior Days & Wellness Circles A wide range of nocost health screenings and monthly Senior Days offered for adults 55+ in the Bond community, south Tallahassee, and throughout Leon County.

Donations accepted for all programs. For information on Southside activities, call 891-4000. For information on Leon County Senior Outreach events, contact Susan Davis, LCSO coordinator, 891-4065.

lunch & learns/ senior days In and Around Tallahassee All Lunch & Learn and Senior Days are 10:30 a.m.

– 12:30 p.m. and include lunch. The events offer lively and engaging programs. Each includes exhibitors, health screenings, and lunch. Suggested lunch donation $6. All exceptions noted. *Event is sponsored by LCSO, a program of Tallahassee Senior Center & Foundation.

Bradfordville Lunch & Learn* at Wildwood Presbyterian Fellowship Hall, 100 Ox Bottom Road Wed., June 13, “Elder Care Services – Can They Help You?” by ECS Staff.

No Senior Day in July.

Chaires-Capitola Lunch & Learn* at Dorothy C. Spence Community Center, 4768 Chaires Cross Road Tue., May 22, “Taste of Technology” by FSU Strozier Library Staff.

Tue., June 26, “Taste of Technology” by FSU Strozier Library Staff.

No Senior Day in July.

Fort Braden Lunch & Learn* at Fort Braden Community Center, 16387 Blountstown Hwy Tue., May 15, “Taste of Technology” by FSU Strozier Library Staff.

June 19, “Elder Care

Leon County Supervisor of Elections Ion Sancho reveals the inner-workings of elections in today’s political climate at a recent Southside Senior Day. “Voting in America” was a huge hit with attendees.

Participants at a Fort Braden LCSO Lunch and Learn find the “Florida Sea Turtles” presentation by Angela Holden of the Florida Wildlife Commission both entertaining and informative.

Services – Can They Help You?” by ECS Staff.

No Senior Day in July.

Lincoln Senior Day at Lincoln Neighborhood Service Center, 438 West Brevard Street, 891-4180 Wed., May 16 “Minority Health Issues — Does The Color of Your Skin Matter?” Presented by Cynthia Seaborn, Florida Department of Health.

Exhibitors: Bond Health Clinic, Westminster Garden, Health South, and Capital Regional Medical Center.

Wed., June 20 “Depression – Awareness, Prevention and Education” presented by Dr. Esaias Lee. Exhibitors: Leon County Health Department, Capital Health Plan, Bond Clinic, Social Security Administration and Elder Care Services.

Wed., July 18 “Aging and Driving” presented by the Florida Department of Highway Patrol. Exhibi-

tors: City of Tallahassee Energy Services, Florida Telecommunication Relay, Inc., Ability First Accessibility Program, Tallahassee Police Department Crime Prevention Unit, and Leon County Tax Collectors Office.

Miccosukee Lunch & Learn* at Miccosukee Community Center, 13887 Moccasin Gap Road Thur., June 7, “Elder Care Services – Can They Help You?” by ECS Staff.

No Senior Day in July.

Southside Senior Day at Jake Gaither Community Center, 801 Bragg/Tanner Dr., 891-3940 Wed., June 6, “Health Tips for Aging Eyes” Dr. Daniel Lazar, Optometrist with CHP, provides information on maintaining good eye health and alerts us to eye diseases that might affect seniors.

Must make reservation!

Call 891-4009. $2 suggest-

ed donation.

No Senior Day in July!

Join us Aug 1 for our 8th anniversary celebration!

Woodville Lunch & Learn* at Woodville Community Center, 8000 Old Woodville Road Thur., June 14, “Elder Care Services – Can They Help You?” by ECS Staff.

No Senior Day in July.

Wellness circles 11 a.m. – noon (except as noted). Casual settings with coffee and snacks for various health related discussions, demonstrations, guest speakers and health screenings. $2 donation appreciated. NO WELLNESS CIRCLES IN JULY. Jack McLean Community Center, 700 Paul Russell Road, 891-1819 Thur., May 24 “Helpful Tips for Stroke Prevention” Julie Jaekel, Senior Rehabilitation Liaison, HealthSouth Rehabilitation Hospital educates on ways to prevent strokes through lifestyle modifica-

additional lcso services n Miccosukee Community Center Get on the bus!

Bus Trip to WalMart: Jun 1 & July 6, 10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., $2 round-trip.

tions.

Thur., June 28 “Communities for a Lifetime” Janine Harris, FL Dept. of Elder Affairs, will tell us about this statewide initiative that assists Florida cities, towns and counties in planning and implementing improvements that benefit their residents, both youth and elder.

Jake Gaither Community Center, 801 Bragg/Tanner Drive, 891-3940 Wed., May 16 Program to be announced.

Wed., June 20 “Communities for a Lifetime” Janine Harris, FL Dept. of Elder Affairs, will tell us about this statewide initiative that assists Flor-

ida cities, towns and counties in planning and implementing improvements that benefit their residents, both youth and elder.

additional southside services All programs 11 a.m. – Noon. Exceptions noted.

Jack McLean Community Center 700 Paul Russell Road, 891-1819 Tue., May 15 “Medicare Preventive Services for Women” Elsie Crowell, working through the Center for Better Health and Life for Underserved Populations, delivers this special program about screenings and other benefits all women are entitled to under Medicare.

Jake Gaither Community Center, 801 Bragg/Tanner Drive, 891-3940 Wed., June 13 “Medicare Preventive Services for Women” Elsie Crowell.

(See presentation information above/Jack McLean community Center.)

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The best of the Capital City Senior Games

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Cyclists competed in men’s and women’s events.

Swimmers, take your mark.

Alice Blackhall sings the “Star Spangled Banner” and wows the crowd at the Capital City Senior Games’ opening reception. Blackhall stepped up to the microphone when the question went out, “is there a singer in the house?” She astounded everyone with her flawless performance that was completely unplanned, unrehearsed and unexpected.

he Capital City Senior Games came complete with superlatives: Most Olympic, most creative, most adventurous, most versatile and most experienced to mention some of the games’ outstanding characteristics. An underhanded basketball shooter, a 95-year-old shot putter, and a lady who made 23 of 30 free throws were among the athletes. The 210 participants ranged in age from 50-95 years old. There were 255 gold medalists, 93 silver medalists and 41 bronze medalists. The 2013 Games dates are March 14-18. Take a peek at some of the photos of this week-long competition for active adults.

In the swim.

Pedal powering to the finish.

There were 220 participants at the 2012 Senior Games, held in March.

Vivian Mitchell competes in the 55-59 age group long jump.

Ping-Pong can be a serious competition.

Owner of Barnacle Bill’s, Jeff Stilwell, participates in men’s basketball shooting.

Volunteer Elli Rosenberg keeps score.

Road Race competition for Josephine Newton.

At age 47, Tiffany Wilson competed in the sanctioned track and field events to qualify for 2012 U.S. Paralympics Track & Field Trials in Indianapolis in June. Coached by her daughter, who is a sophomore on the Godby High School track team, Tiffany competed the 100m, 200m and long jump.

The bowling lanes were wide open and saw plenty of action, and celebration.

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n The Tallahassee Senior Center (TSC) is located at 1400 N Monroe St, Tallahassee, FL 32303. For questions or more information, please contact 850-891-4000 or visit www.talgov.com. “Like” us on Facebook!

Be a Key Holder Join the Tallahassee Senior Foundation today.

Your contribution pays for programs and enhances services. Mail or drop off your annual membership contribution at the Senior Center.

Membership Senior (age 55+) $25 Senior Couple $40 Supporter (under age 55) $35 Non-profit Organization $50 Key Holders Diamond $5,000 Platinum $2,000 Gold $1,000 Silver $500 Bronze $250 Friend $100 Thank you for being a key to active aging! Send your contribution to: Tallahassee Senior Center, 1400 N. Monroe St., Tallahassee, FL 32303.

Silver Key Holders Virginia Craig & Phillip D. Welsh Bronze Key Holders Mr. and Mrs. Theodore Judd & Dr. Clifford Madsen Friend Key Holders Louis G. Ambrose, Roy Barber, Mr. and Mrs. W. J. Downing, Judith Ehrhardt, Ron Kanen, Dr. Alice & William Pomidore & Jill Sandler Non-profit Organization Covenant Hospice New and Renewing Members Daniel Adkison, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Allaire, Maureen R. Antworth, Mr. and Ms. Dick Arbes, Frank Bach, Alyne S. Bai-

ley, Ben & Regina Balding, Marian Baur, Shirley Beaupied, Nancy Bivins, R.L. Blackburn, Mr. and Mrs. Norman Booth, Anna L. Brandt, Richard Brittingham, Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Brock, Anne Brooks, Marie Buckland, Juanita Buddy, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Burke, Rubia Byrd, Susan Campbell, Marie Cantwell, Mr. and Mrs. John Carmody, Sheila Chitty, Delores H. Coachman, Martha Cook, Roy A. Daniel, Enid Davey, Thelma Jean Deal, Ginny Densmore, Mary E. Dobbins, Nancy Dodson, Barbara Doremus, Dollie Doty, Paul Downings, Oare’ DozierHenry, Janet Erwin, John Felton, Tisha Fletcher, Norma T. Fletcher, Cornelius Floyd, Viva R. Forman, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Furey, Karen Gievers, Mr. and Mrs. Joe Giles, Virginia Griner, Vicki Guttenplan, Tim & Julianne Hare, Dale Hiedeman, Mr. and Mrs. Jesse Hodsdon, Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Hook, Pauline Hunter, Mary Frances Hutchens, Mr. and Mrs. John Hutchinson, Mr. and Dr. Fred Innes, Charles Jacobsen, Emily H. Jennings, Jean Jones, Claire Kelly, Tadako S. Knight, Connie Koenig, Anna Kuhn, Dean LaFleur, Patricia S. Lanfear, Donald Ledbury, Kathy M. Lee, Marcus L. Little, Barbara Maker, Glenna Maker, Michael Makowsky, Mr. and Mrs. Monheim Manassa, Fernita Martin, Sally McArthur, William McCarron, Donna McKenzie, Mr. and Mrs. Joe D. Mills, Mary Minton, Carol Musgrove, Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Pease, Aubrey & Claire Perry, Mr. and Mrs. Friedrich Peuckert, Rebecca Porter, Yvonne

Frances Hawk

by Catherine Stewart Addie Mae Ivie

by Patricia Lanfear Anna Johnson of WCTV fame, County Commissioner Bryan Desloge and TSC manager Sheila Salyer meet at the Capital City Senior Games welcome reception. Johnson graciously emceed the event for the third consecutive year and Salyer took home two gold medals in basketball shooting.

From left: Bob Henderson, City Manager Anita Favors Thompson, and Senior Foundation vice chair Linda Roberts gather at the Senior Games reception.

Powell, Dana Preu, Ruth C. Pryor, Julia Richter, Martha Rodeseike, Sylvia Rousseau, Dorothy Ryan, Sheryl Salit, Mr. and Mrs. Herb Salyer, Mary Jane Sansone, Mr. and Mrs. Lewis C. Schacht, Helen Shaara, Stormey Sheridan, Mr. and Mrs. Harold Showalter, Dorothy Simmons, Cornelia A. Smith, Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Souter, Denise Stanford, Lonnie L. Stanford, Patricia H. Stanley, Michael Stanley, Barbara Stebbins, James E. Stephens, Maxine Stern, J.

Cookie Stevens, Catherine Stewart, Sara A. Straub, Mr. and Mrs. George Sweat, Betty E. Tilkey, Matilda Trawick, Pierce Tudor, Elmira Valdez, Mr. and Mrs. Nikola Wagner, Sara Jean Wainwright, Evelyn Wasdin, Anne Wells, Mr. and Mrs. John Wells, Judith Westbrook, Mr. and Mrs. R. D. White, Eliot Wigginton, Cynthia Williams, Florence Wills, Ella M. Woodbury, Mr. and Mrs. Bob Woodward, Mary Wylie, James Yon, & Kevin Zach

Honorarium Donations In memory of Jean Dolansky

by Bill & Lyn Bentley Pete Ballas

by Capital City Duplicate Bridge

by Mary Sullivan Mother’s Day Donations In memory of Helen Chacho

by Denise Stanford

In honor of Rosemary Amiss

by Tisha Fletcher TALLAHASSEE SENIOR FOUNDATION BOARD MEMBERS Ed Duffee, Jr., President Linda Roberts, Vice President Judi Taylor, Treasurer Edna Owens, Secretary Mary Carroll, Immediate Past President Rocky Bevis Ken Brummel-Smith, M.D. Shirley Gooding-Butler Scott Harrell Amy Kelly Elda Martinko Kathy Rivenbark Gwendolyn Spencer Donna Wells Lew Wilson Bryan Desloge, Emeritus A.J. (Andy) McMullian, Emeritus Sarah Neeley, Emeritus SENIOR SERVICES ADVISORY COUNCIL Joan Guilday, Chair Patricia Parkhurst, Vice Chair Nancy Daws Pamela Flory Mary Hafner Emily Millett Miaisha Mitchell Roger Owen Alice Pomidor, M.D. Andrea Rosser Henry Steele Al Sulkes Freida Travis Mae Francis Williams

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Lunch Bunch goes on a picnic

The excited park visitors stop long enough for a group photo just prior to boarding the boat and JD Curry takes a closer look at wildlife during the river cruise.

The TSC Lunch Bunch traveled to Wakulla Springs State Park for a boat ride and picnic on a gorgeous day that proved perfect for sunning alligators, numerous species of birds, blooming water plants, and fun loving participants.

MARK YOUR CALENDAR n 2012 Active Living

Expo September 13 & 14

n Deck the Halls Pre-

view Party & Insiders Art Exhibit and Reception November 2

n Deck the Halls

A celebration of Wreaths November 30

Ann Baffo Remembered: A Legacy Gift Carmine Baffo wanted to honor the memory of his wife Antonina. He called her Ann. They were married more than 40 years and had two children, Christine and Peter. Carmine and his wife traveled several times from New York to visit Christine and her family in Tallahassee. After the death of Ann, Carmine moved here to be close to his daughter and two grandchildren.

He began to participate at the Senior Center. He found TSC a great place to volunteer and knows that his wife would have joined him in the activities. Ann was a woman with a volunteer’s spirit.

She particularly found joy in supporting causes she found of special significance. Carmine recalls that his beloved Ann was also a very spiritual lady who also enjoyed music.

TSC offers concerts and other musical events that Ann would have surely liked. “And the center gives a lot of people something to do,” says Carmine.

That’s why he chose TSC as a recipient of his gift.

A plaque in the reception area pays tribute to Ann,

2012 UPCOMING EVENTS Patriotic Concert Celebrate America!

Tuesday, July 3 7:30 pm Presented by the Tallahassee Community College Bands Benefits Tallahassee Senior Services and Brehon Family Services Food, fun, music and more $5 adult ticket, children free

Carmine and Ann Baffo married in 1963. He honors her memory with a gift to the Tallahassee Senior Foundation each year. a woman Carmine “loved very much.”

You, too, can honor someone special with a gift “in memory of” or in “honor of” by contacting TSC at 891-4008 or stopping by the center at 1400 N Monroe St.

can designate the Tallahassee Senior Foundation as a beneficiary of your CD’s, IRAs and/or Insurance policies? You can specify a percentage or a specific dollar amount be given to the TSCF as a beneficiary (i.e. 90% to children or family, 10% to TSCF). This can be accomplished without having to go through an attorney– just complete the beneficiary forms provided by the bank or company who handles your policies.

It is important, however, to notify the beneficiary of the designation. The bank or company does not notify the beneficiaries.

There are many ways to leave a legacy and enjoy tax benefits. Feel free to email Judi Taylor, TSCF Treasurer, at judi8173@ comcast.net or call 850508-2294. Or contact the Community Foundation of North Florida, which is a non-profit, tax-exempt public charity that promotes and facilitates long-term charitable giving, at 850) 222-2899, for more information on different ways to make charitable gifts.

You can also visit their website at www.cfnf.org.

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HELP LINES AND HOT LINES Abuse Hotline: 800-9622873 or 800-96ABUSE Area Agency on Aging, Elder Helpline: 800-96-ELDER (3-5337) Consumer Hotline: 800435-7352 Medicare Hotline: 800633-4227 2-1-1 Big Bend: 617-6333 or 211 SENIOR HEARING LOSS RESOURCE INFORMATION Facts:* The results of an 18-year study indicated that hearing loss and dementia are strongly associated.

Nearly two-thirds of Americans over age 70 have hearing loss.

About 20% of seniors who need hearing aids actually purchase them.

Men are more likely to experience hearing loss than women.

When someone has a hearing loss that is not treated, the result can be depression and social isolation. Studies show they may feel less satisfied with life, or feel that they are not aging successfully, and suffer psychological pain.

Signs of hearing loss may include (seniors should contact their doctor if they have more than a couple of these signs): n Trouble hearing over the telephone n Difficulty understanding others unless face to face n Need to turn up TV or radio volume so loud that others complain n Having a problem hearing because of background noise n Sensing that others seem to mumble n Hearing a ringing, roaring or hissing sound frequently n Constantly asking for others to repeat themselves n Making inappropriate responses to questions n Straining to hear

n Missing essential sounds like doorbells, alarm clocks or smoke alarms.

Sources: hopkinsmedicine.org/news/publications (first two facts); parentgiving.com/elder-care; agingcare.com/articles; deafness.about.com/od/ mentalhealth/a/seniorsdepression RESOURCES Ability 1st provides training for independent living skills, accessibility and mental health services, as well as information and referral. The accessibility program offers a loan closet for adaptive equipment and medical disposables. And, if you need an affordable ramp, Ability 1st has program to help you. For deaf and hard of hearing clients, there is hearing loss counseling, plus a current list of local deaf interpreters.

Eleven-week sign language classes are $80 for beginners and $40 for novices.

575-9621 TTY: 576-5245 ability1st.info Florida Association of the Deaf promotes communication among deaf, hard of hearing and latedeafened Floridians with these groups: the hearing community, the legislature and the agencies and organizations that serve the deaf and hard of hearing.

The association partners with ZVRS to provide video relay services to deaf and hard of hearing people of our state. fadcentral.org Florida Coordinating Council for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing serves in an advisory and coordinating capacity. It is FCCDHH’s responsibility to recommend policies that improve coordination of services among public and private entities. They also

provide technical assistance, advocacy and education for the estimated 3 million residents of Florida who are deaf, hard of hearing, late-deafened or deaf/blind.

245-4913 TTY: 245-4914 fccdhh.org Florida Telecommunications Relay, Inc., is the communications link between people who use specialized telephones such as a TTY (text telephone) and people who use standard telephones. There is no charge for the service the 24 7 service. FTRI provides free amplified phones to qualified individuals. To learn how to get a free phone, visit the website below or call 800-222-3448 to find out when the next free phone session at the Tallahassee Senior Center will be held.

711 or 800-955-8770 TTY: 800-955-8771 ftri.org Florida Alliance for Assistive Services and Technology provides loans for purchase of hearing aids. FAAST also loans specialized devices to individuals to help them decide which equipment is best for them. Specialists even assist with locating housing.

487-3278 TDD: 1-877-506-2723 faast.org AUDIENT (Alliance for Accessible Hearing Care) provides access to discounted quality hearing aids and related care to people without adequate financial resources. Applications for assistance can be found on the website below.

1-866-956-5400 (ask for Audient) audientalliance.org Hearing Loss Association of Florida serves the

needs Floridians with hearing loss with information and educational support. The Hearing Loss Association also deals with public awareness and legislative and public policy advocacy on issues of equal access, opportunity and protection for individuals with hearing loss.

904-778-2265 hla-fl.com Hear Now provides recycled and used hearing aids to low-income people.

866-354-3254 www.sotheworldmayhear.org hearnow Veteran’s Administration provides hearing aids, hearing aid repair, and batteries for veterans registered with their VA medical center or VA outpatient clinic.

521-5772 TTY: 1-800-447-5620 www.prosthetics.va.gov Lions Club International provides refurbished hearing aids or assists with purchasing new aids, as appropriate (and as funds are available), based on application approval.

921-5554 (Elder Care) lionsclubs.org The Travelers Protective Association of America provides annual scholarships for mechanical devices, medical or specialized treatment, or specialized education for the deaf or hearing impaired individuals. Also offered are speech classes, notetakers, interpreters and other tools directly related to hearing impairment.

314-371-0533 tpahq.org scholarshiptrust Help America Hear Program provides hearing aids for adults with limited financial resources. foundationforsightandsound.org

Sertoma provides funds for hearing aids and hearing-related needs. Contact must be made by website below. sertoma.org Better Hearing Institute educates the public about hearing loss and what can be done about it. The institute operates a consumer call center to answer questions about hearing loss. They also operate a screening instrument for those who want to assess their own hearing loss.

Receive a helpline brochure through the website below.

800-327-9355 (call center); 202-449-1100 betterhearing.org American Hearing Aid Associates offers a directory of hearing health care providers by location, as well as extensive information about hearing aids.

800-984-3272 AARP Hearing Guide Contains important information about hearing, hearing loss, and what to do about it. It also contains information about the various screening techniques, medical professionals, and hearing devices that are available to those living with hearing impairment.

866-595-7678 aarp.org health Hearing Aid Reimbursement Many insurance companies, Medicare and Medicaid do cover hearing evaluations but coverage for a hearing aid is more difficult to find. Sources other than those above such as Medicaid, Vocational Rehabilitation (for people who need a hearing aid in order to work) and some Medicare Advantage Plans MAY cover a hearing aid(s). It is important to call and check for coverage in each case where

financial assistance is needed.

HEARING SCREENINGS The Tallahassee Senior Center offers hearing screenings every other month at no charge.

Screenings by Audibel.

For more information call 891-4000 or refer to Health Happenings, Golden Review page 4.

Additional Resources Harris Communications 800-825-6758 TTY: 1-800-825-9187 harriscomm.com Hearing Loss Association of America 301-657-2248 hearingloss.org Gallaudet University 800-451-8834; TTY not Used gallaudet.edu Kerstin’s Travel, Inc. (Cruises and Tours for the Deaf) 561-452-5480 kerstinstravel.com National Association of the Deaf 301-587-1788 TTY: 301-587-1789 nad.org ZVRS Videophone: 1-888-8881116 zvrs.com Registry of Interpreters 703-838-0030 rid.org Association of Late Deafened Adults 815-332-1515 alda.org American Speech-Language-Hearing Association 800-638-8255 TTY: 1-301-296-5650 asha.org Rehabilitation, Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America 703-524-6686 resna.org

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Tallahassee Senior Center For the Arts Art Exhibits The Galleries at TSC are open to the public MondayFriday, 9 a.m. – 9 p.m.

Receptions are free and open to the public.

St. Marks Wildlife Photography Club May 21 – August 7, 2012 Dining Room Gallery Artist Reception Fri, June 1, 6 – 8 pm.

Personal Expressions June 1 – Aug 3 Auditorium Gallery A watercolor exhibition

by TSC Artists. Art reception Fri, June 1, 6 – 8 pm.

UPCOMING ART WORKSHOPS Art workshops require pre-registration and payment one week before the first class meeting. Most meet once-a-week with a beginning and end date.

They are at the Tallahassee Senior Center unless otherwise indicated.

Drawing & Painting Workshop - Chaires Community Center Instructor: Bart Frost June 27- Aug 8 (six weeks, skip July 4) Wednesdays, 1 – 3:30 p.m.

Learn techniques for working with oil paints, watercolors, soft pastels, charcoal or pencil. Beginning and intermediate students work in one or more of these creative mediums.

Instructor provides oneon-one individual assistance and demonstrations.

Register by June 20.

Skill Level: Beginners & Intermediates $48 (55+), $60 others.

Drawing Together Instructor: Bill Thompson July 6 – Aug 10 (six weeks) Fridays, 9:30 – Noon Learn and develop basic drawing techniques. Register by June 29.

POLYHEDRON ORNAMENTS

n Instructor: Judy Ehrhardt

July 19, 1 – 3 pm Christmas in July for a good cause. Make these gorgeous and unusual ornaments with some card stock, ribbon and a dab of glue.

In one afternoon you finish several of these simple and clever ornaments that have endless possible variations.

The fee for this class: donation of two of your handmade creations to TSC’s Deck the Halls, November 30. Register

by June 30.

Skill Level: Beginning & Intermediate $48 (55+), $60 others.

Mike Tuten’s Watercolor Workshop Instructor: Mike Tuten July 6 – Aug 10 (six weeks) Fridays, 1 – 3:30 p.m.

Developing skills and techniques using three colors. Register by June 29.

Skill Level: Beginning & Intermediate $48 (55+), $60 others.

Painting with Oils - Fort Braden Community Center Instructor: Robert DeWitt Smith June 28 – August 2 (six weeks) Thursdays 2 – 5 p.m.

Each session provides both a demonstration and the opportunity to paint.

Students can explore abstract painting, as well as representational painting. Register by June 20.

Skill Level: Intermediates. $48 (55+), $60 others.

Painting People Instructor: Eluster Richardson July 6 – Aug 10 (six weeks)

Bart Frost wins People’s Choice – Overall Favorite for Boots and High Heels drawing.

Art Potpourri Exhibition Exhibition featured drawings, pastels, mixed media and clay sculpture by TSC artists. Awards selected by artist Mark Dickson: First place – Hank Fleck; second place – Richard Wingerson; third place – J. Howard Allen; fourth place – Mary Hafner; honorable mentions: Maria Balingit, Charles Hazelip, Mary C. Transou, Anne Brooks, Joan Kanan and Toni Walmsley.

The audience selected the People’s Choice awards: Best use of color – Margaret Hamilton; favorite landscape – Hank Fleck; most creative – Richard Wingerson; best portrayal of animals – J. Howard Allen; best portrayal of people – Charles Carmen Pierce; overall favorite – Bart Frost. Exhibit continues through May 18 in the TSC auditorium. Madrea Proctor Keeler greeted visitors admiring a retrospective of her pastels hung in the dining room.

Fridays, 9 – 11:30 am – Noon Drawing and painting images of people, faces and clothed figures, as individuals or as part of a larger picture. Skill Level: Intermediate - Some experience with oil painting required. Register by June 29. $48 (55+), $60 others.

Watercolor for Beginners Instructor: Linda Pelc July 10 – Aug 21 (six weeks, skip July 17) Tuesdays, 1 – 3:30 p.m.

Students develop skills and depth using a limited color palette. The course also involves instruction in drawing and composition.

Register by July 3.

Skill Level: Beginner $48 (55+), $60 others.

Learning to Draw Instructor: Greg Mannheimer July 11, 25, Aug 8, 22 (four classes – meets every other Wednesday) Wednesdays, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.

Through a series of non-intimidating drawing exercises, this class helps you see and think about drawing using a ‘rightbrain approach’. Developing drawing skills and creative approaches can be the foundation to work in any art medium. Register

by July 3.

Skill Level: Beginning & Intermediate $32 (55+), $40 others.

Petrushka Takes a Bow by Sandy DeLopez

The Petrushka Project TSC Artist Len Adams coordinated collaboration between the Tallahassee Symphony Orchestra and artists at TSC. The artists displayed oils, watercolor and collage paintings inspired by Igor Stravinsky’s famous music score for the ballet Petrushka, at the April 28 performance at Ruby Diamond. Artists included Len Adams, Sandy DeLopez, Mary Hafner, Lynn Halter, Charles Hazelip, Joan Kanan, Chantal Littleton, Vicki Lutz, Leslie Puckett, Nancy Smith, and Nancy Swords.

If you missed the concert, the paintings will be on display at 1020 Layfayette Gallery for the month of June.

Sad Petrushka by Charlotte Gambel

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Tallahassee Senior Center May/June 2012

1400 N. Monroe St. 891-4000 • www.talgov.com (click Services, click Senior Center)

MAY 14 - JUNE 9, 2012 CALENDAR OF WEEKLY PROGRAMS

9:00a 2:45p 12:30p 10:30a 10:00a 10:00a 11:00a 12:00p 1:00p 1:00p 6:00p 7:30p 8:30a 11:00a 12:30p 1:00 p 1:00p 3:00p 6:00p

MAY 14 Elder Farmer Market Coupon Distribution Poetry Group Pen, Brush & Ink MAY 15 Fort Braden Lunch & Learn Massage Stroke /TIA Screening Book Discussion Group Bookworm at Allegro Low Vision Support Group Watercolor for Beginners TDBC Board Boomercise: An Evening with David Pargman MAY 16 Cap. Coalition on Aging Wellness Circle at Jake Gaither Nutritional Counseling Drawing/Paint at Chaires LCSO Advisory Council Financial Counsel (by app’t.)

USA Dance Board Meeting

TUESDAY 9:00 9:00 9:30 10:00 10:00 10:30 10:30 11:00 11:00 11:30 11:30 12:00 1:00 1:00 1:00 2:00 2:00 2:00 2:00 2:30 5:30 6:00 6:00 6:30 7:30 8:00

Watercolor Ceramics Life Exercise Blood Pressure Check Brain-Body Balance at Optimist Park Senior Fitness – Beginners at Bradfordville Wii Bowling Seated Yoga Sr. Counseling (by appointment) Senior Fitness – Intermediate at Bradfordville Salad Bar Senior Dining All Media Art Lab Senior Fitness at Bradfordville TDBC Open Pairs Bridge Wii Games Ping-Pong Mahjongg Scrabble Social Bridge at Allegro Basic Word Guitar Workshop All Media Art Class at Allegro Capital Round Dance (7 pm on last Tuesday) Capital Chordsmen SA Support

9:30a 10:30a 2:00p 2:00p 9:30a 1:30p

8:45a 7:30 p

11:00a 1:00p 10:30a 10:30a

MAY 17 Landscapes/ Pastels Meditation Leisure Learning: Historical Bible Oil Painting at Fort Braden MAY 18 Drawing Together Oil Painting with Eluster at Bradfordville MAY 19 Zumba a Woodville USA Dance: Annual Black & White Charity Ball MAY 21 CPR for Seniors Advisory Council MAY 22 Chaires Lunch & Learn Reiki

WEDNESDAY 8:30 Senior Fitness at Woodville 8:45 French: Continuing C 9:00 Ceramics 9:00 Nimble Fingers 9:15 Senior Fitness at Chaires-Capitola 9:30 Beginning Oil & Acrylics 10:00 Seniors vs. Crime 10:00 Tai Chi 10:00 Begin. Spanish 10:00 Blood Pressure Check 10:00 Glucose Screening 10:30 Senior Fitness at Fort Braden 11:00 Legal Services (by appointment) 11:30 Salad Bar 12:00 Senior Dining 12:30 Bridge-a- Dears 1:00 Intermediate Oil & Acrylics 1:30 Draw, Paint at Bradfordville 1:30 Capital City Duplicate Bridge 1:30 Mini-Tennis 2:00 Brain-Body Balance at Allegro 5:30 Yoga 6:00 Pinochle 6:00 Beginning Spanish 6:30 TDBC Bridge Lessons 6:30 Zumba at Ft. Braden 7:15 TLH Al-Anon Family Group

THURSDAY 9:00 9:00 9:30 10:00 10:00 10:15 10:30 11:00 11:30 11:30 12:00 12:00 12:30 1:00 1:00 1:30 2:00 2:15 5:30 5:30 6:00 6:30 7:00 7:00

MAY 23 11:00a

Southwood Wellness Circle

11:00a

Ion Sancho: You and Your Vote

12:00p

Foundation Board Meeting

1:00 p

Drawing/Paint at Chaires

6:30p

Learning to Draw MAY 24

9:30a

Landscapes/ Pastels

10:30a

Drumming

11:00a

Jack McLean Wellness Circle

2:00p

Oil Painting at Fort Braden MAY 25

9:00a TDBC Bridge Tournament 11:00a Current Events Discuss. Group 1:30p Leisure Learning: Historical Bible 7:30p Contra Dance

8:45a 8:00a

10:00a 12:00p 1:00 p 12:00p 1:00 p 1:30p 6:00p 8:45a

Spanish: Intermediate & Advanced Watercolor Life Exercise Blood Pressure Check Creative Writing at Allegro (begins 5/24) Low Impact Senior Fitness at Chaires-Capitola Senior Fitness – Beginners at Bradfordville Sr. Counseling (by appointment) Senior Fitness – Intermediate at Bradfordville Salad Bar Senior Dining Canasta Line Dance French Study Senior Fitness at Bradfordville Capital City Duplicate Bridge Drawing Etcetera Ping-Pong Zumba® Gold Basic Excel TDBC Novice Bridge Lesson TDBC Open Pairs Bridge Writers Workshop Capital Chordsmen

MAY 26 Zumba at Woodville TDBC BRIDGE TOURNEY MAY 28 MEMORIAL DAY: CENTER CLOSED MAY 29 Massage MAY 30 GaP at LeRoy Collins Library Drawing/Paint at Chaires MAY 31 GaP at LeRoy Collins Library Drawing/Paint at Chaires JUNE 1 Oil Painting with Eluster at Bradfordville Art Reception JUNE 2 Zumba at Woodville CENTER CLOSED JUNE 4

FRIDAY 9:00

Early Bird Bridge

9:00

English as Second Language

9:15

Senior Fitness at Chaires-Capitola

10:00 Tai Chi 10:00 Social Bingo 11:00 French: Advanced 11:00 Chair Yoga 11:30 Salad Bar 12:00 Senior Dining 1:00

Model Ship Building

1:00

Figure Studio

1:00 TDBC Bridge Open Pairs at Allegro 1:15

Continuing Conversational German

1:30

Biblical History (beginning May 25)

2:00

Dancing for Fun

5:30

Beginning Ballroom & Swing Dance

Lessons 6:00

Capital City Duplicate Bridge

7:00

TLH Al-Anon Beginners Group

7:00

TLH Al-Anon Family Group

10:30a 11:00a 7:00p 7:00p 10:3a 12:30p 1:30p 6:30p 10:30a 10:00a 10:00a 11:00a 11:45a 7:30p 8:45a

JUNE 5 Reiki Book Discussion Group FFU Invest.

Workshop: Retirement Finances JUNE 6 Senior Day at Jake Gaither Nutrition Counseling Mini Tennis or Pickleball Lessons Learning to Draw JUNE 7 Miccosukee Lunch & Learn Pulse Ox Screening Balance Screening JUNE 8 Current Events Discuss.

TMH Caregivers Support Group Contra Dance JUNE 9 Zumba at Woodville CENTER CLOSED

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MONDAY Senior Fitness at Woodville Crafting Bee Portraiture Senior Fitness at Chaires-Capitola French: Continuing B Artistry in Clay Writing for Fun at Allegro SHINE Insurance Counseling (by app’t.)

10:00 French: Advanced 10:30 Senior Fitness at Fort Braden 10:45 Mindful Movement at Allegro 11:00 French: Continuing A 11:30 Salad Bar 12:00 Senior Dining 12:00 Quilting Bees 12:30 Social Bridge at Bradfordville 12:30 Canasta 1:30 Brain-Body-Memory Balance Exercise Group 1:30 French: True Beginning 2:30 Quit Smoking NOW 5:15 Beginning Line Dance 5:30 Yoga 6:30 TDBC Open Pairs Bridge 6:30 Zumba at Ft. Braden 7:00 Debtors Anonymous 7:00 Capital City Carvers 7:30 Capital Twirlers Square Dance 8:30 9:00 9:00 9:15 9:30 10:00 10:00 10:00