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 Ivy.Ward@talgov.com or call 850-891-4045.

Wellness Circles

Join neighbors, make new friends and discuss important health topics at these monthly gatherings.
Meetings are held monthly, except in January and July

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

Wellness Circles meet from 11 am – 12 noon

Tues., April 14 – at Jack McLean Community Center (700 Paul Russell Rd.)
Staying Safe: Fire Prevention at Home
with Jeremy Rogers of Tallahassee Fire Department

Wed., April 22 – at Jake Gaither Community Center (801 Bragg Dr.)
Protecting Yourself: Awareness & Prevention
with Sgt. Stephen Stabley of Tallahassee Police Department

Tue., May 12 – at Jack McLean Community Center (700 Paul Russell Rd.)
Stay Ready, Stay Safe: Hurricane Preparedness Made Simple
with Kevin Peters, Director, Leon County Emergency Management

Tue., May 19 – at Jake Gaither Community Center (801 Bragg Dr.)
Personal Safety Tips for Everyday Life
with Brittany Christie, Crime Prevention Specialist

Tue., June 9 & Wed., June 17 – at Dr. B.L. Perry Library (2817 S Adams St.)
Memory Matters: Alzheimer’s Insights for Families
Dave Handy and Mindy Towler, Alzheimers Project

Healthy for Life

8-week series held 3 times a year that focuses on how to stay healthy for life.

Pre-registration is required – contact Ivy.Ward@talgov.com or call 850-891-4045.
Suggested donation is $2 per class and includes lunch and beverage.

Healthy For Life meets from 11am – 1pm

Thursdays, April 2 – May 21, at Jack McLean Community Center (700 Paul Russell Road)

April 2 – TMH Memory Disorder Clinic
April 9 – How to Spot Scams/Identify Theft Prevention
April 16 – Caring for Your Temple: Health Living Tips
April 23 – Budgeting & Saving On Groceries
April 30 – The Link Between Oral Health and Overall Wellness
May 7 – Mental Health & Addressing Depression | A1C Screenings
May 14 – Boosting Your Brain Health
May 21 – Civil Legal Aid & Disaster Legal Issues

Southside Art Therapy Group

Fridays, Mar. 20 – Apr. 24, 1:00 – 2:30 pm
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 850-891-4047

Linking Lives

Fridays, May 8 – 22, 10:00 – 11:30 am
Jake Gaither Community Center (801 Bragg Dr.)

The FREE three-part series explores:
• The impact of social isolation
• Techniques for navigating and overcoming obstacles to social connection
• Creating a social connection plan
Register Here, or contact Abigail Hines Walch, ATR-P, Abigail.hines2@talgov.com or 850-891-4047

Friends Connection

You are invited to a 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 Ivy.Ward@talgov.com or call 850-891-4045.