This program provides tools for seniors in the Southside community to live healthier, more active lifestyles, achieve optimal aging, and be socially fit. Health screenings and health education are provided to promote healthy and independent living. We meet in casual settings with healthy refreshments, with various health related discussions, demonstrations, guest speakers and health screenings. Enjoy seeing your neighbors and making new friends!

Classes give participants an opportunity to take charge of various aspects of aging in a safe environment while maintaining connections with their peers. Various topics include brain health, healthy eating and weight management, through diet changes, how to stay active, falls prevention, elder safety from predators and scams and elder law issues. Participants enjoy listening to and interacting with presenters and each other as they take control of their lives and speak on health issues pertinent to the older adult.

For more information or how to enroll in these classes and workshops, contact Beverly.Womble@talgov.com or call 850-891-4045.

Wellness Circle February 2023
Southside Art Therapy

Fridays Oct. 31-Nov. 21, 1:00-2:30pm
at the Dr. BL Perry Library (2817 S Adams St.)

Art Therapy provides a space to express yourself, your experiences and feelings through the process of creating art. This small group setting will foster connection and allow for in-depth discussion. No art experience or “talent” is required. There is no cost to attend this group.

To register, contact Abigail Hines Walch, ATR-P:
Abigail.hines2@talgov.com or call 850-891-4047

Wellness Circles

Tue., Nov. 11th Closed
November Topic: Medicare Open Enrollment
Wed., Nov. 19th, from 11 am – 12 noon at Jake Gaither Community Center (801 Bragg Drive)

Pre-registration is required – Contact Beverly.womble@talgov.com or call 850-891-4045
Suggested donation is $2 per class and includes a snack and beverage.

Healthy for Life

Thursdays, 11:00 am – 1:00 pm at Jake Gaither Community Center (801 Bragg Drive)

October 2  Self Defense and Personal Safety: Tallahassee Police Department
October 9  Integrated Musculoskeletal Care: Rebecka Warrington – COSPT
October 16  Audiology: Melissa Corson – Audiology Associates
October 23  Nutrition for Older Adults: Julia Sheffler-Assistant Professor – Center for Translational Behavioral Science
October 30  Pelvic Health Physical Therapy: Anna Hight, DPTherapy – TMH
November 6 Integrated Musculoskeletal Care; Rebecka Warrington – COSPT
November 13  Cyber Security/Fraud Prevention; Karen Murillo, AARP Associate State Director of Advocacy
November 20 Food Safety; Samuel Zambrano – AHEC

 

Pre-registration is required – Contact Beverly.womble@talgov.com or call 850-891-4045
Suggested donation is $2 per class and includes a snack and beverage.

Friends Connection

You are invited to a NEW Friends Connection meeting on the Southside!
We are all about social connection! Join us if you would like to meet new people, make friends, share ideas and have fun!

We will meet on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of every month from 1:00-2:30pm at the Dr. B.L. Perry Jr. Branch Library (2817 W. Adams Street).
Contact Melanie Lachman at 859-891-4066 or melanie.lachman@talgov.com for more information.

Fitness

Brain Body Balance (BBB) is a program that helps seniors connect their minds and bodies in a way to prevent balance issues that lead to falls. Exercises improve agility, balance, coordination, flexibility, and strength.

Classes are held on Tuesdays and Thursdays 9:00–10:00 am at Optimist Park (1806 E Indianhead Dr.)

Suggested donation: $3/class. Fitness Cards are available for $25 for 10 classes, or $50 for 20 classes.
Space is limited so pre-registration is required. Contact Beverly.womble@talgov.com or call 850-891-4045.