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Active LIVINGTALLAHASSEE DEMOCRAT » SUNDAY, MARCH 13, 2016

The magazine for Tallahassee’s active boomer and senior community

From left, sistersGennah White andRahni Wright surprisetheir great aunt ReathaPayne and her LifeExercise class friendswith personalized candybars to celebrate her95th birthday.According to PomeroyBrinkley, instructor(right), Reatha has beena regular student formore than a decade andis an expert at the art ofactive living, optimalaging, and socialfitness!

GOINGSTRONGAt 95, Reatha Payne isan expert at living well



LEARN HOW TO LEAVEYOUR LEGACY

Tue., Apr. 19, 4:30-6:30 p.m., Talla-hassee Senior Center Auditorium.

Legacy planning helps you consideryour financial security and establishgoals for the distribution of yourwealth to loved beneficiaries andcharitable organizations. Comelearn the basics about legacy plan-ning as a panel of legal, accountingand financial experts cover thefollowing topics: estate planning,legal decisions and financial options.For more information or to RSVP, call891-4003 or email [email protected].

COMPUTER AND

TECHNOLOGYInterested in taking computer class-es? Complete an application toexpress your computer skill level andcourse interests. Call 891-4008 oremail [email protected] to

request an application or stop byTSC. A variety of classes is offeredand varies in price. You are welcometo bring your own laptop to class.

MICROSOFT WORD –BASIC

Tue., Wed. and Thu., Apr. 26, 27, 28 & May 3, 4, 5, 5:30-7:30 p.m.

Learn the basics of Microsoft Wordin six sessions. Bring a flash drive.$20 (50+) or $25 (non-Seniors) forthe entire course. Preregistrationand payment are required. Call (850)891-4008.

MICROSOFT EXCEL –BASIC

Tue., Wed. and Thu., May 17, 18, 19, 24, & 25, 5:30-7:30 p.m.

Learn the basics of Microsoft Excel infive sessions. Bring a flash drive. $20(50+) or $25 (non-Seniors) for theentire course. Preregistration andpayment are required. Call (850)891-4008.

LIFELONG LEARNING CLASSES

Classes fill fast

SPECIAL NOTE: Reserve now as computer classes often fill up quickly;additional classes are added all the time. For more information or toregister for classes, unless otherwise noted, call 891-4008 or [email protected]. Note: if multiple dates are listed, this is the

number of times the class will meet.INSTRUCTORS WANTED

The Tallahassee Senior Center is seeking qualified computer instruc-tors in the Android Operating System – phone or tablet. If interested,please contact Kristy at 891-4008 or email [email protected].

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ABOUT THESENIOR CENTERFor more information on theTallahassee Senior Center &Foundation activities and 15neighborhood venues, pleasecontact 850-891-4000 or visittalgov.com/seniors ortallahasseeseniorfoundation.org. Find and “Like” us atFacebook.com/ TallahasseeSeniorCenter. ForLeon County Senior Outreach

and the LCSO Gazette, visitcms.leoncountyfl.gov/home/ departments/senioroutreach orphone 891-4065.

ABOUT THEPUBLICATIONActive Living is a bi-monthlypublication of the TallahasseeSenior Center, 1400 N MonroeSt, Tallahassee, FL 32303.850-891-4000.

Sheila Salyer, Senior ServicesManager, City of Tallahassee;Executive Director, TallahasseeSenior FoundationAudrey Byrne, ManagingEditorMartha Gruender,Coordinating Copy Editor

The mission of TallahasseeSenior Services is to enhancethe independence and qualityof life for seniors andcaregivers througheducational, social,recreational and wellness

opportunities.Disclaimer of Endorsement:

Reference herein to anyspecific commercial products,process, or service by tradename, trademark,manufacturer, or otherwise,does not necessarily constituteor imply its endorsement,recommendation or favoringby Tallahassee Senior Servicesor the Tallahassee SeniorFoundation.For questions or moreinformation, please contact

850-891-4000 or visittallahasseeseniorfoundation.org. Find and “Like” us onFacebook at Facebook.com/ TallahasseeSeniorCenter!

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The 2016 L3X (Lifelong Learning Ex-travaganza) is April 4-8. More than 60programs will offer a variety of content,workshops, field trips and entertain-ment promising to engage and captivatelovers of art, history, literature, music,and nature or anyone with an interest increative writing or the culinary arts.

If you attended the “L3X Launch Par-ty” earlier this month, you met instruc-tors and partners, picked up a course cat-alog, and may have registered early as abenefit of Tallahassee Senior Center &Foundation membership. Many classestend to fill up fast, so act now! To regis-ter, you may come to the TallahasseeSenior Center or you can view course de-scriptions and register at www.tallahas-seeseniorfoundation.org/L3X.

A sampler of the workshops, fieldtrips and entertainment for the philo-math (lover of learning) is shared below:

» For the music lover or discophile,engage your ear in “Music HarmonyThrough the Ages: From Plato to Elvis,”or a “how-to” on listening to Jazz at BSharps”, or enjoy “An Evening of Ind ianMusic and Culture.”

» For the lover of things past, retro-philia, “take a tour of Frank LloydWright’s Spring House,” witness “Land-marks & Legacy Tour: DowntownFrenchtown Corridor,” or become a bitof an expert in “Canning in the 1880s” or“Resistance & Remembrance: Art & Mu-sic of the Holocaust.”

» For logophiles (lovers of words), lit-erature lovers and writers, attend a his-torical nonfiction workshop and learnhow to research genealogy, find yourfunny as you get “Writing Pointers froma Crazy (and Proud of It) Southern Au-thor,” “Demystify the Editing Process,”and learn how you can traverse “The Ad-ventures of Publishing Online.”

» For nature lovers or nemophilists(lovers of the woods), lose your fear oftraveling down a river in “Kayaking 101”or camping overnight in “Gone Campin’with Camp Folks: Outdoor Adventure

Simplified.” Learn how to identify “Inva-sive Plants (that) Threaten Our Wild-life,” and for the dendrophilous (tree lov-ers), take a “Guided Hike of Leon SinksGeological Area” or a “Wagon Tour ofElinor Klapp-Phipps Park.”

» For lovers of wine, or oenophiles,sign-up for “Sunset, Wine and Art at Ca-lynne Hill’s home.” If beer is your prefer-ence, enroll in the “Proof Brewery Tourand Tasting” or the “Culinary FavoriteGerman Foods Cooking Class” to go withyour newly discovered, favorite brews.

» If it is peace, wellness and apprecia-tion you seek, try “Stress Relief withSound Healing and Stretch,” “SocialHerbs for Health” or “Gratitude & theScience Behind It.” If that does not makeyou feel better, you can always enjoy“Sworlz Cupcakes and Canvas Painting.”

L3X coincides with Tallahassee Mu-sic Week, April 2-10, and Word of South, afestival of music & literature, April 8-10.To register for L3X, visit tallahas-see.seniorfoundation.org/L3X or callCaroline Collins at 841-0258 or email [email protected].

L3X captivates most ravenous lovers of learningAUDREY BYRNE

Sandy Beck, St. Francis Education Director, sits with “Cedar” the Barred Owl at the L3X LaunchParty. To register for her guided tour “Raptors of the Red Hills” or view other L3X descriptions,visit www.tallahasseeseniorfoundation.org/L3X.

TALLAHASSEE ACTIVELIFELONG LEADERS

TALL Class 9! Save the Date!April 19 to June 7Applications due March 28891-4007 or [email protected]



MUSIC, DANCE & FITNESSUKULELE BEGINNING – “UKE 101”

Fri., 10-10:50 a.m.Basic information about the ukulele, focusingon easier chords and strum patterns. We’llplay some of the easier songs from The DailyUkulele songbook. $2

“UKE 201” (Notes, Scales and Chords)Fri., 11 to 11:50 a.m.

Four-week class for beginners, advancedbeginners, and intermediate ukulele players.Topics include: What are notes, and where arethey on your ukulele fretboard? How do youknow which notes are in a Major Chord, or ina Minor Chord? How do you play chordsbeyond the 3rd fret? What are scales, and whyare they useful to learn? No preregistrationrequired. $2USA BALLROOM DANCE

Sat. 7:30–10:30 p.m.Come and dance on the largest dance floor inTallahassee. Dance lessons provided at nocharge at 6:30 p.m.; dance nights are withpaid entry. All dances are smoke and alcoholfree. $8/USAB Dance members and$14/non-members; $5 for students with validIDs. Mark your calendars for the followingdance dates:

Mar. 19-Spring Break DanceApr. 16-The Great Gatsby

CONTRA DANCE (TALLAHASSEECOMMUNITY FRIENDS OF OLD TIMEDANCE)Fri. 7:30–10:30 p.m.

Jigs and reels and all kinds of fun. Movessimilar to square dance with a callerinstructing each dance before the musicbegins. $8/adults, $7/seniors, $5/students,$3/dancing kids. W ear comfortable shoes andclothes. No partner or experience necessary.Newcomers should arrive by 7:30 p.m.Mar. 25-Sligo Line Band with Caller Vicki

MorrisonApr. 15-Wild Asparagus of Massachusetts withCaller George MarshallApr. 29-Band TBA with Caller Richard Hopkins

BEGINNING LINE DANCEMon. at 5:15 p.m. and Thu. at 12:30 p.m.

$4 for Mon., and $2 for Thu. Lace up yourshoes and let’s dance. From country to popmusic, let the beat move your feet!CAPITAL TWIRLERS SQUARE DANCE

Mon. at 8 p.m.Mainstream and Plus Level Square Dancing.Monthly dues $12.50 per person. Visitorsalways welcome $5. Level adjusted to fitdancers' skills. Please check web site at

www.squaredancesites.com/capital_twirlersfor more details or Facebook atwww.facebook.com/Tallahasseetwirlers. Formore information contact Libby at 385-0608.DANCING FOR FUN

Fri., 2–4 p.m.A fun dance for any age group – it’s our loveof dancing that keeps us young! All types ofballroom dancing. Come with or without apartner. $2 (50+), $3 (others).

BEGINNING BALLROOM AND SWINGLESSONSFri., 5:30-7:00 p.m.

Not only Ballroom and Swing dance lessonsalso included is the Fox Trot, Swing, Tango,Waltz and Cha Cha. No partner needed. Comemeet people and have fun! $5.FITNESS AT THE TALLAHASSEE SENIORCENTER

Fitness classes are $2 unless otherwiseindicated. For more information, call RuthNickens, RN, Health & Wellness ProgramCoordinator at 891-4042 [email protected] or Henry Steele,Health Suite Assistant at 891-4045 or visit ourwebsite at www.talgov.com/seniors.

MINDFUL MOVEMENTTue., 11am-Noon, 2nd Floor Auditorium,taught by Lori Roberts, certified NIA yogainstructor.

BRAIN-BODY-BALANCE, Mon., 1:30–2:30p.m., 2nd Floor Auditorium, is an active-aging,fall prevention program specifically created totrain and reverse many types of aging. Ourphilosophy fuses movement withneuroplasticity-enhancing drills to improvebalance, the various functions of the brain,reflex skills, and improve daily life skills.Taught by Kathy Gilbert. Other locations:Tue., 10 –11 a.m., Optimist Park, taught byKathy Gilbert

Tue., 1-2 p.m., SouthWood, taught by WendyBarber ($5 donation)Wed., 2-3 p.m., Allegro Heritage Oaks, taughtby Kathy Gilbert

Also, see “Neighborhood Fitness Sites” fortimes, listings and instructors for this andother fitness classes.CHAIR YOGA, Fri., 11 a.m.–Noon, Dining

Room, offers a gentle yoga workout forincreased mobility, bladder control,self-esteem, and mental focus. Taught byCertified Yoga Instructor Bridget Welch.

LIFE EXERCISE, Tue. and Thu., 9:30–10:30

a.m., 2nd Floor Auditorium, is a very popularand dynamic workout consisting of aerobics,light weights, stretching, strengthening andbalance exercises. This workout is suitable foreveryone and you can participate seated.TAI CHI: Wed. and Fri. 10–11 a.m.

ZUMBA® GOLD:Thu., 5:30–6:30 p.m., 2ndFloor Auditorium, $5 (55+) $7 others.YOGA: Mon. and Wed., 5:30-7:00 p.m., taughtby certified yoga instructor Pamela Hunter.Vigorous practice for adults including poses,relaxation, and mediation. Wear comfortableclothes and bring yoga mat (if you have one).Fee: $10 (55+), $12 others.

NEIGHBORHOOD FITNESS SITESEach class $2 (50+), $3 others.Allegro, 4501 Shannon Lakes Dr W

Brain, Body, Balance with Kathy Gilbert, Wed.,2-3 p.m.Bradfordville Fitness - NEW LOCATION!Northeast Branch Library, Rm. 103, 5513Thomasville Rd.

Senior Fitness with Llona GeigerNew Fitness Class! Tue. & Fri, 9:30-10:15 a.m.

Beginners: Tue. & Fri. , 10:30–11:15 a.m.Intermediate: Tue. & Fri., 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

Afternoon Class: Tue. & Fri., 1–2 p.m.Chaires-Capitola Dorothy C. SpenceCommunity Center

Senior Fitness with Judy Upchurch, Mon.,Wed. & Fri., 8:30–9:30 a.m.Seated Fitness: Tue. & Thu., 9:30–10:30 a.m.

Fort Braden Community CenterSenior Fitness with Wendy Barber, Mon. &Wed., 10:30–11:30 a.m .

Jack McLean Community CenterSuper Seniors Fitness with Edwina Martin,Tue., Wed. & Thu., 10–11 a.m. (no charge)

Lake Jackson Community CenterMindful Movement with Lori Roberts, Thu.,1–2 p.m.

Miccosukee Community CenterSenior Fitness with Judy Upchurch, Tue. &Thu., 11:15 a.m.–12:15 p.m.

Optimist Park, 1355 Indianhead Dr.Brain – Body - Balance with Kathy Gilbert,Tue., 10–11am

NEW!!! SouthWood Community CenterBrain–Body-Balance with Wendy Barber, Tue.,

1–2 p.m., $5 requestedWoodville Community CenterSenior Fitness with Llona Geiger, Mon. &Wed., 8:30–9:30 a.m.

GET MOVING

From left, Kim Reimer, Rip Caleen, Doug Kilaman and Marina Brown, regular Tallahassee SeniorCenter table tennis players, contributed some of the money to purchase two new tables. Theirgenerosity is appreciated.

Wanted: Dynamic fitness instructorDynamic fitness instructor or personal trainer wanted to teach a men’s fitness class. Mustbe certified, preferably in senior fitness. For interest and/or more information, pleasecontact Ruth Nickens, RN, Health & Wellness Program Coordinator at 891-4042 [email protected].




HEALTH & WELLNESSPROGRAMSThe listed presentations, massage and classesat the Tallahassee Senior Center are $2 unlessotherwise indicated. We graciously acceptdonations of clean medical equipment toshare with those in need. Walkers,

wheelchairs, canes, adult diapers, Ensure,shower chairs, etc. Your donation is taxdeductible. For more information, call RuthNickens, RN, Health & Wellness ProgramCoordinator at 891-4042 [email protected] or Henry Steele,Health Suite Assistant at 891-4045 or visit ourwebsite at www.talgov.com/seniors.

“FAMU Medication Safety Seminar”Thu., Mar. 17, 10 a.m.-Noon, Dining Room

A special event that takes a collaborativeapproach to medication safety. Learn moreabout medications, side effects, fallsprevention and more. Presentation on“Medication Adherence” will be at 11:00.Bring your own medications for a one-on-onebrown bag consultation with a pharmacist!Offered by FAMU College of Pharmacy andothers.“Oral Health Expo”

Wed., Mar. 23, 10 a.m.-Noon, Health Suite andDining RoomTCC dental hygiene program brings a morningof information and presentations on goodtechniques in oral hygiene. An informativeevent with dental hygiene students. Twoeducational presentations: one at 11:00;another at 11:30. Important informationabout the health of your teeth and mouthand some giveaways are provided.

“Lively Massage Clinic”Thu., Mar. 24, 10 a.m.-Noon, Dining Room

Lively Tech’s Massage Therapy Program bringsyou a morning of relaxation and pain relief.Please reap the benefits while giving thestudents some practical experience andfeedback.

“Tools to Quit:.A Smoking CessationWorkshop”

Mon., Apr. 4 & May 2, 2:30-4:30 p.m.,Conference Room 1AThis one-time program was developed byformer smokers, for those who want tobecome ex-smokers. Attend one of thesehighly effective class/support groups if you areready to quit smoking now. Nicotine patchesprovided at no charge. Offered by Big BendAHEC. Call 224-1177 to register.

“Your Vascular Health: Aneurysms,Carotids, Veins and More”Mon., Apr. 11, 11 a.m.-Noon, Dining Room

Learn about the current research andtreatment on common vascular issues, such asstroke, peripheral vascular disease, aneurysms,

peripheral artery disease, vascular dementia,and more. Presented by Jeffrey Kirk, MD,Vascular Surgeon, CRMC.Get a Grip! Hand Health and More

Thu., Apr. 14, 9 a.m.-Noon, Activity RoomThis expo focuses on the ever-importanthealth of our hands. Information will include joint protection and strengthening andadaptive equipment for home. Screeningsoffered include grip strength measurementand range of motion. Presented by KeiserCollege Occupational Therapy Assistantprogram.

“Understanding the Generations”Thu., Apr. 21, 11 a.m.-noon, Activity Room

This presentation is the final project of healthintern Chantalle Geffraud. Her intent is toinform and facilitate communication betweenthe different generations by helping peopleunderstand the basic differences and corevalues of different generations.“Walk With Ease”

Tue.., Wed. & Thu., May 17-June 23, 8:30-9:15a.m., 2nd Floor AuditoriumMay is National Fitness Month, so here’s theperfect opportunity to keep moving!Developed by the Arthritis Foundation, theWalk with Ease program is for anyone whowants to walk, talk, and have a good timewhile enjoying the benefits of regular(indoor) exercise. Join the group and join thefun! Facilitated by Area Agency on Aging. CallHenry at 891-4045 to register.

“Hearing and Technology Expo

Thu., May 19, 10:00 a.m.-Noon, Activity Room& Health Suite

May is Better Hearing Month! This Expo willemphasize the importance of hearing in ouroverall health. Participate in health and

hearing screenings, talk with vendors, takehome a telephone for the hearing impairedfrom FTRI, and enjoy the presentations.Hosted by Audiology Associates.

SCREENINGS (HEALTH SUITE)

Blood PressureWed. & Thu., 10 a.m.-noon, Offered bymedical volunteers

GlucoseEvery Wed., 10 a.m.-noon, Offered by medicalvolunteers

HearingWed., May 11, 10 a.m.-noon, offered byAudibel

Pulse OximetryThu., Apr. 7 & May 5, 10 a.m.-noon, offered bymedical volunteers

MASSAGE, MEDITATIONAND REIKI

ReikiTue., now weekly, 10:30 a.m.-noon, SusieHowell, Reiki Master, and Friends

Meditation and Mindfulness GuidelinesTue., Apr. 5 & May 3, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Hea lthSuite

Offered in conjunction with Reiki, theseencounters introduce you to the secrets of thetimeless art of meditation and help you feelmore focused, balanced and calm. Taught byLeslie Hanks', Yoga Unlimited.Massage

Tue., Mar. 15, 10 a.m.-Noon, Activity Room,Norma Reesor, LMT

TAKING CARE OF YOURSE LF

Podiatry screening& foot careThursday, March 31, 12:30-2:30 p.m.,Health SuiteDr. Gary McCoy, Podiatrist & foot spe-cialist cuts toenails and assesses footproblems. Doctor accepts Medicare,Medicaid, and secondary insurance,which may cover costs for this service ifyou have diabetes, vascular disease,neuropathy, renal failure, MS, or are onblood thinner Coumadin. Otherwise,$25 fee applies. No appointment neces-sary.

Hearing Awarenessand TechnologyEXPO on May 19

Do you have questions about yourhearing? Are you wondering if it’s timeto seek help? Get all your questionsanswered at the 4th annual HearingEXPO on Thursday, May 19, from 10a.m.-noon in celebration of BetterHearing Month.

Audiology Associates and the Talla-hassee Senior Center will partner tooffer hearing screenings and otherhealth assessments. There will be in-formation on how hearing affectsoverall health and demonstrations ofvarious technologies to improve hear-ing. If you have ever wondered whatoptions are available for you or a lovedone, this is a great place to get yourquestions answered.

There will be on-site resources such asamplified telephones, exhibits, andhelpful information. And no cele-bration would be complete withoutrefreshments and great door prizes.Please put it on your calendar now, andbring a friend.

Join us for a one-on-one “brown bag” medication safety consultation with a FAMU pharmaciston Thursday, March 17 at 10 a.m.

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Shrimp Boil. Price includes: deluxe motor coachtransportation, 1 night hotel, baggage han-dling, Beauvoir Mansion, $25 free play atcasino, breakfast, step-on guide, boat tour,and Shrimp Boil. All money due Mar. 29. Proofof age required. Tour is limited to 40 so booknow!

BEAUTIFUL, THE CAROLE KING STORY,FOX THEATRE

May 24-25. Depart 7 a.m. $394 single; $323pp/double. $75 deposit due now; balance dueby Apr. 21. Elegant lunch at Blue Willow Inn,Social Circle, GA. Showing at the Fox – BEAUTI-FUL, the Carole King Story, a musical of theinspiring story of King’s rise to stardom. Nextday, visit Wild Animal Safari. The 500-acre parkfeatures a natural habitat, and you have theoption of feeding some animals. Head homein the early evening.

SMOKEY JOE’S CAFÉ

Aug 6 (and departs 8 a.m. from Lake EllaPublix), $103, all money due July 7. Travel toAlhambra Dinner Theatre in Jacksonville. Thisrock and roll review showcases songs by MikeStoller and Jerry Leiber – many familiar songssuch as “Hound Dog,” “Stand by Me,” “OnBroadway” and many more. Lunch is included.

COLLETTE VACATION TOURS

All Collette Vacations tours include RoundtripAir from Tallahassee, Fees/Surcharges andHotel Transfers. Call Rosetta at 891-4018 or509-4720. Visit http://www.talgov.com/seniors/ seniors-tours.aspx and to access video of tours.

TRAVEL: 2016 TOURS

TALLAHASSEE SENIOR CENTER

Tours open to all travelers; all tours benefit theTallahassee Senior Center Foundation. CallRosetta at 509-4720 for information. TheSenior Center requests that you complete a

participation form prior to all tours.

TRAVEL LEADERS

Contact Joanie at 701-3745 or Rosetta at 509-4720 for information on the following tours;must have 30 travelers to confirm tour.

OCALA HORSE FARM TOUR

Mar. 22. Motor Coach departs Publix (LakeElla) parking lot at 8 a.m. $99 per person, duenow, which includes motor coach, horse farmtour and lunch. Travel to the official HorseCapital of the World – Ocala – with over70,000 acres of thoroughbred breeding andtraining farms. Your group will take a guidedwagon ride through scenic farms where youcan interact with the horses. The driver pro-vides a guided tour, fun facts about Ocala, thefarms, and the various breeds. Boxed lunchesinclude sandwich and sides.

BILOXI BOUND – NOW ADDITIONAL TOURDATES!

May 3 & 4 (wait list only). April 25 & 26 (avail-able openings). $235 pp/double, $280 single.This includes Anchor Square /Round IslandLighthouse /Beauvoir Mansion/Beau RivageHotel and Casino/Tour Biloxi with guide/educa-tional cruise aboard a Shrimp Boat/Dockside

ISLANDS OF NEW ENGLAND – SIGN UPNOW!

May 12-19, price begins at $2,579. Providence/ Newport/Boston/Cranberry Bog/PlymouthRock/Cape Cod/Martha’sVineyard/Nantucket/Hyannis/Provincetown/ whale watch or sand dunes tour/and includes

a Lobster Dinner.

ALASKA & THE YUKON – Register Now!

Aug. 14-26, with early booking bonus pricebegins at $6,049. Note: This is a land tour anddoes not offer a cruise. Price includes airfarefrom and return to TLH. Anchorage/Tok/ Whitehorse (Yukon)/Skagway/Dawson City/ Fairbanks/Denali

COLORADO ROCKIES

Sept. 2-10, price begins at $2,989. Durango –Experience the Wild West. Ride aboard thefamous Durango & Silverton Narrow GaugeRailroad through southwestern Colorado’s SanJuan Mountains. Journey on the world’s high-est cog railroad to Pike’s Peak, a stunningbackdrop for Colorado Springs. Also visit: MesaVerde National Park/Arches /and Canyon LandsNational Parks.

ALBUQUERQUE BALLON FESTIVAL

Oct. 6-12, price begins at $2,649. Balloon Fies-ta/Albuquerque National Museum of NuclearScience & History/Indian Pueblo Cultural Cen-ter/Turquoise Traid/Santa Fe/Cooking school.

NEW COLLETTE TOURS!

MAGICAL CHRISTMAS MARKETS

Dec. 3-9, Price begins at $2,999 (pp/double),Must reserve by MAY 27! Highlights include:Innsbruck/Seefeld/tak a carriage ride/Munich/ Salzburg/dine in a St. Peter’s Restaurant/visitNeuschwanstein Castle/Oberammergau/andenjoy some shopping time in the ChristmasMarkets. For more details, see https://gate-way.gocollette.com/link/741369.

IRISH SPLENDOR

March 7-14, 2017, Book now and save $250.

Price begins at $2,699 (pp/double) with saving!Highlights include: Dublin/visit Brazen HeadPub/visit Guinness Storehouse/farm visit/tourBlarney Castle/Killarney/Dingle Peninsula/Cliffsof Moher/Dromoland Castle/and a whiskeydistillery. For more details, see http://gate-way.gocollette.com/link/741248

MACKINAC ISLAND

April 29-May 6, 2017, Book now and save $100at $2,849 pp/double until Oct. 28. Highlightsinclude: Greenfield Village/Henry Ford Mu-seum/Edsel and Eleanor Ford House/MackinacIsland, featuring The Grand Hotel/ MillenniumPark, Chicago. For more details, see http://ga-teway.gocollette.com/link/741254

ADVENTURES AND VACATIONS

ROSETTA STONE LAND / TRAVEL COORDINATOR, TSCF

Dr. Theresa Shotwell of Tallahassee looksquite at home among the olive trees. Nearly100 senior center participants and guestshopped on coaches to visit a complex of fiveolive farms in Lakeland, Georgia. Vicki ShawHughes, executive director of the GeorgiaOlive Growers Association, provided TSCtravelers with a lesson on growing olives.Locally produced extra virgin olive oil can bepurchased in Lakeland, Georgia, or orderedonline at www .oliodivita.com.



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COMPUTER COMMUNICATION:MAKING CONNECTIONSEmail! Instant Messaging! Facebook! Twitter!Video Chat! Internet Safety! Learn how toconnect with family and friends over theInternet. This 6-class course on computercommunication will span 2 weeks in May 2016.Each class will be 2 hours. Both morning andafternoon times are available. The courses arepart of a research project, by a FSU College ofSocial Work doctoral student, to increasecomputer communication among older adults.For adults 60+ with some computer experi-ence. To sign up for course or for more in-formation, call Jaclyn Williams, MSW at (305)588-6159 or email: [email protected].

DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY CLASSAdditional classes are always being developed(no pun intended). To register or for addition-al information, please contact Kristy at 891-4008 or email [email protected]. Pleasebring your camera with a charged battery andyour camera manual to class. $5 Seniors 50+ or$7 non-Seniors. Additional information can befound at www.maf1.com/dcc/

TRAVEL PHOTOGRAPHYWed., Apr. 20, 6:30-9 p.m.The class reviews many situations photog-raphers come across when traveling. Differenttricks and techniques, some obvious and somenot so obvious, are covered in the class. Tech-niques such as shooting from a speeding car,

catching a rainbow, shooting in snow andtaking photos in dark places such as churches.This class now includes previous content fromthe Digital Single Lens Reflex (DSLR) class andthe Travel Photography class.

VIDEO EDITINGWed., Apr. 27, 6:30-9 p.m.This is a new class for anyone who desires tolearn non-linear video editing techniques. Theinstructor uses Pinnacle Studio 18 Ultimate, butthe attendees are not required to have com-puters and/or software during this introduc-tory class. The class covers the basic functionsof video editing, audio management, titleinsertions, overlays and video corrections.

BASIC DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHYWed., May 4, 6:30-9:00 p.m.This class is for beginners who want to learnthe basic functions of their digital cameraincluding how to turn it on, locate the batteryand memory card, use scene modes, turn offthe flash and how to get the images onto yourcomputer. This class also includes the topics ofISO, White Balance, Exposure Value, CameraMetering and others.

ADVANCED DIGITALPHOTOGRAPHYWed., May 11, 6:30-9:00 p.m.This class builds on basic digital photographyand will advance your knowledge on thetopics of ISO, white balance, exposure value,color temperature, program - aperture - shut-ter modes, metering such as weighted or spotand other advanced functions. Lighting tech-niques, image arrangement, time-of-dayphotography tripod management and manyother topics will be discussed. This session also

discusses some of the advanced features onthe digital single lens reflex (DSLR) cameraunits along with the advantages and disadvan-tages of various lens configurations. The topicsand issues discussed in this class will carryforward to the Travel Session.

MENTOR UP – Two greatlocations!Tallahassee Senior Center, Mar. 23, Apr. 27, andMay 25 4:30–5:30 p.m. OR 5:30–6:30 p.m.,NE Branch Leon County Library, Mar. 24 & Apr.14, 5:00-7:00 p.m.Are you taking full advantage of your cellphone, tablet, e-reader or laptop? Would you

like to learn about Skype, Facebook, and othertypes of social media? Join AARP and LeonHigh students (at TSC) and Maclay High Stu-dents (at the NE Branch Leon County Library)in this free session. Registration is required;space is limited. No cost; donations are accept-ed. Please call Leslie Spencer at (850) 577-5165to sign up or if you have any questions.

TAX AIDESenior Tax Aide through AARP. Call 891-4030to make an appointment for a day and time.Appointments available until Apr. 15, Mon.–Fri., 1:30-5 p.m.; Wed. 1:30-7:30 p.m.

From left are Financial Planner Steve Halsell, CASL, and Accountant Jim Davis, CPA and TSCFoundation Board Member. They are ready to addresses attendees on the importance of estateand financial planning in order to protect loved ones and designate charitable organizations at“Learn How to Leave Your Legacy” on Tuesday, April 19, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m.

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Collectors, dealers and aficionadoswill converge on the 2nd floor of the TSCfor the 2016 Stamp Show held on April 2

and 3, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday,and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sunday.Stamp collecting dates back to the

first official use of a stamp in 1842 byGreat Britain. The hobby was inspiredby parents who were interested in find-ing a rewarding, educational and time-consuming activity for their children.Parents purchased albums with spacesfor a few stamps from every country inthe world.

Today, the assortment of albums isabundant, and one can find albums thatcover a specific interest, such as butter-flies, or a distinct hobby, such as antiquecars. Many such albums can be found atstamp shows or obtained by a dealer for acollector.

Stamp collecting can accommodateevery budget – from the affordable andsimple process of soaking stamps off en-velopes, drying them, placing a gluedhinge on the back, and securing it in an

album - to the costly adventure of seek-ing expensive catalogs, exhibits, and in-vestments.

If you inherited a collection but lackthe “collector’s instinct,” you may seekdealers at the Stamp Show and theTS&CC members to provide assistanceto help resolve issues about your collec-tion(s).

The Tallahassee Stamp & Cover Clubis a nonprofit organization with one of itsmissions to assist collectors of all ageswith the philatelic hobby. The club meetson the second Tuesday of each month, at7 p.m., in the dining hall of the Tallahas-see Senior Center. Visitors are welcome.For further information, visit www.tsandcc.info.

Enjoy a stamp show at TSC in April

Eight dealers will buy and sell philatelic items at the 2016 Stamp Show, sponsored by theTallahassee Stamp & Cover Club. The show will be open April 2, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and April 3,10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Tallahassee Senior Center, 1400 N. M onroe St., 2nd Floor Auditorium.Admission is free and includes limited show exhibits, door prizes and other activities.

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Bradfordville residents were overwhelminglyenthusiastic about the Leon County Senior Outreachopen house at the NE Branch Library on Jan. 13.

Over 100 people enjoyed refreshments whilelearning about the upcoming senior programs thatare offered at the library, such as fitness, art, andLifelong Learning classes.

Artist and Watercolor Instructor Eluster Rich-ardson was on hand to share his beautiful art and en-courage attendees to sign up for his watercolorclasses at Bradfordville and the Tallahassee SeniorCenter. For more information about upcoming class-es, please call 891-4065 or email [email protected].

Artists & Watercolor Instructor Eluster Richardson, center,chats with an attendee and NE Leon County Library BranchManager Muriel Llewellyn at the LCSO Bradfordville OpenHouse.

BradfordvilleOpen House was

a huge successSUSAN P. DAVIS

LCSO OUTREACH COORDINATOR

WELLNESS CIRCLES

In a casual setting, enjoy healthy refreshments, varioushealth-related discussions, demonstrations, guest speakers andhealth screenings. Enjoy seeing your neighbors and makingnew friends! For more information, call Toni Walmsley,

Southside Program Coordinator at 891-4009 or [email protected] for more information or to pre-register.Jack McLean Community Center , 700 Paul Russell Road,891-1819

Wellness Circles, Tue., Apr. 12, and Tue., May 10, 11 a.m.-noon“Super Seniors Fitness” Tue., Wed., Thu., 10-11a.m., ongoing.Taught by Edwina Martin. No charge.

Jake Gaither Community Center , 801 Bragg Dr., 891-3940Wellness Circles, Mon., Mar. 21, and Mon., Apr. 18, 11 a.m. –noon

Coming up! Mindful Living for Better HealthJake Gaither Community Center , 801 Bragg Dr., 891-3940

Next class series begins on Wed., Apr 20! Space is limited,participants must pre-register.This 6-week series helps participants develop lifestyle changesthat will have a positive effect on their health and happinessthrough the practice of mindfulness. Series will be repeatedagain in Aug. Participants pre-register for this series.

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Class participants contemplate eating raisins during a mindfulliving exercise at the Southside Seniors Outreach Program.

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Maureen Reilly Haberfeld, adjunct professor of earth scienceand geology at TCC and LCSO assistant, spoke to a full houseat the NE Leon County Branch Library, our newest LCSOlocation, about the geological story behind some of Earth’smost amazing places — Iceland, the Galapagos Islands, theBay of Fundy, the Himalayan Mountains and YellowstoneNational Park. She also covered some of the science behindplate tectonics, volcanic eruptions, earthquakes, erosion,tides, glaciers and other geologic processes. $3 per class. Formore info on upcoming classes at Leon County NE BranchLibrary or to reserve your spot, call Maureen at 891-4033 oremail at [email protected].



All Lunch & Learns are 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Lunch& Learns offer lively and engaging programs foradults 55+. Each includes exhibitors, health screen-ings, and lunch, $6.

These events are a program of the TallahasseeSenior Center & Foundation, funded by the LeonCounty Board of County Commissioners. For informa-tion on Leon County Senior Outreach events, call891-4065 or 891-4027.

Lose Yourself in Zentangle, LifelongLearning class in Bradfordville!

Leon County Senior Outreach will offer a new classon an “easy to learn, relaxing, fun way to create

unique, beautiful images by unfolding structuredpatterns.” Lose Yourself in Zentangle®, will be of-fered by Midori Okasako, at the NE branch of theLeon County Library for 4 weeks on Mondays, April.4, 11, 18 and 25 from 1 to 3:30 p.m. Zentangle is a wayto discover the fun and joy of creating art — even ifyou “think” you aren’t an artist. Rick Roberts andMarchia Thomas founded this calming process andart form. With a simple stroke of a pen, you can em-power yourself to create beautiful images of tanglepatterns inspired by the world around us. The 4-weekclass fee is $36 for seniors over 50, and $44 for allothers. The art supply kit for the class is $20. Classsize is limited; call 891-4016 or email [email protected] to save your spot!

Lunch & Learns, GaP support group

GaP SUPPORT LUNCHWed., March. 30 and Wed, Ap ril. 27, noon-1:30 p.m.Leon County Public Library, 200 W. Park, Program RoomA. Complimentary lunch provided for grandparents andother relative caregivers. Reservations required for all

attending. For more information or to RSVP on this orany event above, call or email Karen Boebinger, GaPCoordinator, at 891-4027 or [email protected].

GaP Spring SocialSaturday, April 16, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.Myers Park, next to the baseball fieldCome join the fun with lunch and activities for thewhole family! Complimentary lunch for relative care-givers and the children in their care only. Reservationsrequired for all attending. Call or email Karen Boeb-

inger at 891-4027 or [email protected] if youwould like more information or to RSVP for any eventabove

LCSO LUNCH & LEARNS –SAVE THE DATE!

Bradfordville : April 13. NOTE: May 11 is canceled andthere will be a field trip instead.Chaires: March 22 & April 26Lake Jackson: March 17 is moved to the TallahasseeSenior Center & April 21 (Lake Jackson CommunityCenter)Fort Braden: March 15 & April 19Miccosukee: April 7 & May 5Woodville: April 14Miccosukee Bus Trip to Wal-Marcht: April 1 & May 6Miccosukee Computer Classes , March 25, April 8 &22, Miccosukee Community Center

CARDS & GAMES

Bradfordville Social Bridge : Mon, 12-3:30 p.m., Brad-fordville Historic Schoolhouse, 6808 Beech Ridge Trail, $1per class.Lake Jackson Canasta, Cards & Games : Tues, 1-4p.m., LJ Community Center, 3840 N. Monroe St, $1 perclass (NOTE: March 15 class will be held at the Tallahas-see Senior Center

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izer of Tallahassee Music Week.

Chef Jessica Bright McMullen, owner of KitchenAble, encourages George Sweat to sign-up for“Favorite German Foods Cooking Class.”

Maureen Haberfeld, a TCC adjunct professor

of earth science and geology and herhusband, geologist Joe Haberfeld, will offer aguided hike of Leon S inks Geological Area.

Rhett Devane, right, gives a Southern au-thor’s perspective in “Finding Funny” andPenelope Young shares travel tips in “TheWhat, Why, and When of How to Travel.”

From left, Sybil & George Palmer chat with Gina Edwards, line and copy editor and creativity

coach, and Heather Whitaker, developmental editor and writing coach, w ho give professionaladvice in “Demystifying the Editing Process.”

From left, Author Sydney Ann Clary, aka Lacey Dancer, and her assistant Shirley Nott give aworkshop on developing fictional characters.

Authors Bruce Ballister, president of theTallahassee Writer’s Association, and LylaEllzey will present lessons learned in“Adventures of Publishing Online.”



While “Senior Games” and “power-lifting” are two words that don’t oftencome to mind in the same sentence, it’s asport event that has growing participa-tion on both a local and state level, at theCapital City Senior Games and the Flori-da Senior Games.

The host venue for the Capital CitySenior Games, Premier Health and Fit-ness, has been one of the benefactors ofthis increase, according to Len Harvey,

Director of the complex. Regarding theincrease in participation, Harvey states“what’s really nice is seeing people par-ticipate for the first time and realizinghow important it is to stay fit as you getolder. People want to be active andstrength training is one of the majorcomponents you need.”

Tallahassee’s Dawn Brown can layclaim to the title “first female powerlif-ter” in the Capital City Senior Gamesand the only female competitor in 2014.She made a mental note that four womenpowerlifters participated in 2015 and an-

ticipates an increase in more women“stepping up to the bar” in 2016, and infuture Senior Games. Regarding the in-crease in women powerlifters, Brownstates,“it’s not like I’m not out cajolingmy friends into joining me in powerlift-ing.”

While splitting time between Talla-hassee and Buena Vista, Colorado,Brown admits that powerlifting hashelped her in other sports such as hiking,throughout both states, and mountainclimbing during her time in Colorado.

Powerlifting helps strengthen everypart of your body from the heels of yourfeet to your hands on the bar, accordingto the 67-year old Brown. “Being strongis beneficial in whatever you do,” Brownsays. “It’s valuable in your day-to-daylife. Good muscle strength equals betterbalance which means less falls as youget older.”

“When you’re bench pressing, everymuscle in your body tenses up,” saysBrown. “All three disciplines of power-lifting (bench press, squat and deadlift)strengthen your core and that’s impor-

tant in any activity. From lifting weights,to lifting heavy branches during trailmaintenance duty in the woods, power-lifting is beneficial to Brown’s life.

Michael Mitts, a former Florida StateUniversity philosophy professor, com-peted in the Capital City Senior Gameslocally and the Florida Senior Games Po-werlifting in Clearwater for the firsttime in 2015. Mitts lifted a combined 964pounds in the bench press, deadlift andsquat, to become one of 27, out of a totalof 78 powerlifting athletes, to compete inall three events at the Florida Senior

Games. His best squat was 308 pounds;his best bench press topped 275 poundsand had a deadlift of 380 pounds.

The totals came as no surprise forsomeone who has been lifting weightsfor 40 years. Mitts has been involved in avariety of sporting endeavors all of hislife and works out at two separate athlet-ic facilities on a weekly basis. His seniorgames and fitness goals are simply toimprove.

Senior athletes turn energies topowerlifting for strength, balanceNICK GANDYFLORIDA SPORTS FOUNDATION

Master’s tennis demonstrationTue., March 22 4:30-5:30 p.m., 2nd Floor Auditorium, Tallahassee Senior Cente r

Master’s Tennis is tennis played indoors, smaller courts, shorter racquets and transitionballs. It is the perfect format for beginners learning to play and for players getting backinto the sport. Equipment will be provided.Cost: $2 (50+) and $3 (others). For more info, call 891-4000.

Check out photosFor 2016 Capital City Senior Games footage and pictures:“Like” the Tallahassee Senior Center and the City of Tallahassee on Facebook, #TallySe-niorGames

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“I’m training to compete and get bet-ter results,” Mitts said. “I want to go 9 for9.” Going 9 for 9 is a term to describecompleting all three of his competitionlift attempts while increasing the weighton the bar with each lift. When lifts arecompleted properly, the athlete gets awhite light. An incomplete lift gets a red

light. Mitts want no red lights.Mitts received two red lights in the

Florida Senior Games in Clearwater lastDecember while trying a drastic in-crease from 275 pounds on the first lift to297 pounds on the second and third lift inthe Bench Press. “I was a beast at theCapital City Senior Games but found outwhat time it was when I got to the statelevel,” he said. “There were so many tal-ented athletes at the Florida SeniorGames, I was up against guys who havecompeted on many different levels.”

Mitts agrees with Brown about the

health benefits involved in powerliftingand all aspects of physical fitness as itstrengthens the wrists, hands, anklesand knees, all parts of the body needed tobe strong as you age.

Harvey, a Florida Senior Games po-werlifter himself, said “a lot of peoplecome to us because they feel like they’reaging and their strength drops off.” Har-vey continues,“these athletes got to topof mountain strength-wise in theirmid-30s early 40s, and are now on thebackside of the mountain as they become50 and above. One way to slow down the

decline in strength is through strengthtraining.”

Tallahassee senior athletes along withsenior athletes around the state have theopportunity to become their personalbest at events such as the annual CapitalCity Senior Games (held this past week)and other Florida Senior Games SeriesQualifiers year round. The 2016 FloridaSenior Games, to be held in Clearwater,December 3-11, is a qualifier for the 2017National Senior Games in Birmingham,Alabama. Visit www.floridaseniorga-mes.com for more information.

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“If your actions inspire others todream more, learn more, do more and

become more, you are a leader,” accord-ing to John Quincy Adams. Are you in-spired to be involved in the community?Do you dream about providing solutionsto community challenges? If you an-swered yes to one these questions, andyou are age 50 or older, we invite you toapply for Tallahassee Active LifelongLeaders (TALL).

TALL is an 8-week program in whichclassmates meet with area leaders, go onsite visits to learn about our communi-ty’s cultural, political, safety, legal & jus-tice, educational, health, human services

and other public and private initiativesthat serve our community. By gaining in-sight of community resources andbroadening knowledge of community re-lationships, TALL graduates becomeequipped to enhance positive change andemploy creative solutions through advo-cacy and volunteerism. TALL graduatesfind the experience to be self-enriching,intellectually stimulating and fun.

Jim Mau, a class 8 graduate, believesthat “the TALL program provide an ex-traordinary opportunity to learn aboutthe workings of the city and county,” and

was beneficial to him meeting “otherpeople who believe that [this helps] usimprove our community.” Joan Tolliver,also of class 8 said that, “participating inthe TALL group was one of the best expe-riences I’ve had since moving to Talla-hassee.” TALL, Tolliver continued, “hashelped me grow in my desire to be moreof a citizen in this great city.”

If you would like to grow a bit “taller,”then apply to be a member of TALL Class9, which begins Tuesday, April 19. Class-es meet every Tuesday thru June 7, 2016,from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Applicants are select-ed based on their interest in meeting theprogram’s goal of equipping active older

adults with insights and knowledge toenhance positive change in the commu-nity through advocacy and volunteer-ism. If selected, the program costs$105.00; this fee covers 8-weeks of pro-

gram costs and supplies, snacks, andlunches.

TALL is in a partnership with Leader-ship Tallahassee, a division of the Great-er Tallahassee Chamber of Commerce.

The application deadline is March 28th.For an application or more info, contactHella Spellman, Supervisor for SeniorServices, at 850-891-4007 or email [email protected].

Leaders grow TALL, inspire othersAUDREY BYRNE

COMMUNICATIONS COORDINATOR

From left, Akhenaton Thomas converses with Lossie Vaughn and Fred LaCrone regarding Mayor Gillum’s 1000 Mentors, which is seeking torecruit a cadre of 1,000 men and women who are willing to serve our community by volunteering one hour of time, once a week, to meet with amentee. If you are interested, please call Akhenaton Thomas a t 850-891-8181 or email [email protected].



PLENTIFUL OPPORTUNITIESFOR LEARNING & CELEBRATING

Save the date! Call 891-4000 for moreinformation about these exciting TallahasseeSenior Center events!

Tue., Mar. 29, 6:30 p.m., Glen CampbellReception & MovieFri., Apr. 1, Art Reception

Mon.-Fri., Apr. 4-8, L3X

Tue., Apr. 19, 4:30-6 :30 p.m., Legacy Circle,

Thu., May 26, Silver Stars GalaFri., Jun. 3, Art Reception

Tue., Jun. 7 , TALL GraduationMon., Jul. 11, 12:30-2 p.m ., Ice Cream Social

Fri., Sep. 2 , Art ReceptionThu. & Fri., Sep. 15 & 16 , Active Living Expo

Mon.-Fri., Sep. 26-30 , Membership WeekFri., Sep. 30, 7 p.m., Member Appreciation &Annual Meeting

Fri., Nov. 4 , Deck the Halls Kick Off & InsidersArt ShowFri., Dec. 2 , Deck the Halls

SENIOR DAY AND SILVER STARS

Announcing the2016 Silver StarsAwards gala!Honoring ourarea’s out-standingseniors.May 26, 6p.m., FSU’sUniversityCenter.Watch forinvitation!For details, call 891-4003.Honorees are selected on their commu-nity and volunteer service contributionssince turning the age of 60. Silver Starscome from all walks of life. The onething they have in common is theircommitment to serving others in theircommunity.

2016 Silver Stars Sponsors

GalaxyCapital Health Plan

ConstellationsCapital Regional Medical CenterEye Associates of Tallahassee

StarburstsFlorida Blue

Big Bend HospiceCapital Home Health

Big DippersAudiology Associates of North FloridaCarroll & Co.Steve Halsell, PrudentialHome Instead Senior CarePacifica Senior Living WoodmontRadiology Associates of TallahasseeWestminster Oaks Active Living Com-munityMoose Lodge 1075

Little Dippers

Allegro Independent & Assisted LivingCentre Pointe Health & RehabE. Ann Cleare, Realtor, Premier HomesDermatology Specialists of FloridaDQP Copy & PrintHarborChase of TallahasseeHealing by Nature, LLCHealthSouth Rehabilitation HospitalJenny CraigPremier Fine HomesSeven Hills Health & RehabSheila SalyerTallahassee Memorial LifelineThis is a fantastic opportunity to honor

the star seniors in our community. Forsponsorship opportunities, [email protected] or call891-4041.

From left, Coordinator of the Airport Ambassador Program Nick Johnson, and airport ambassadors greet newcomers, newly retired or those newto the Senior Center at the Choose Tallahassee Red Carpet Welcome Reception. If interested in the Airport Ambassador Program, call NickJohnson at 891-7516 or email at [email protected]. For more information on future Red Carpet events, call 891-4000 or visit

http://choosetallahassee.com.

From right, Lisa Dollar-Covert, TSCF

community relations coordinator, greetsFlorida Senior Day participants E. Ann Cleare,Realtor and Senior Services Advisory Councilmember, and Joy Rowan, graduate of the 1stTALL Class.

TSCF Art Program Coordinator Leslie Puckett,

left, and Freida Travis, member of the Se niorServices Advisory Council.

From left, Mary Jefferson and Emily Millet,former Chair of the Senior Services AdvisoryCouncil, are ready to enjoy Florida Senior Dayfestivities.




TALLAHASSEE SENIOR CENTERART EXHIBITS & CLASSES

TSC is open Mon.-Fri., 9 a.m.-10 p.m.Receptions are free and open to the public.

CURRENT & UPCOMING TSC ARTEXHIBITIONS

Through Mar. 18, TSC 2nd FloorAuditorium, Personal Expressions inWatercolor: A full array of beautiful colorsand subject matter, professionally executed inwatercolor by the talented TSC studio artists.Esteemed artist Mary Apple selected thefollowing awards: First Place Fran Mathis;Second Place Susan Lester; Third Place KarolDover Selvaggio and Honorable Mentions KenMenke, Linda Menke and Gale Poteat. ArtReception guests voted on the Peoples Choiceawards: Most Creative – Gale Poteat; FavoriteUse of Color – Nancy Juster Johnson; FavoriteLandscape – Linda Cooksey; Favorite AnimalPainting – Karol Dover Selvaggio; and OverallFavorite – Linda Menke.

Through Apr. 26, 2016, TSC first floorDining Room, Hank Fleck Retrospect:Paintings, pastels and drawings from one ofTallahassee’s finest artists.Mar. 21–May 21, 2016, TSC Auditorium, ArtPotpourri : TSC artists display drawings,pastels and clay artworks. Art Reception Apr.1, 6-8 p.m.

May 4–July 27, 2016, TSC Dining Room,Rose Quartz & Serenity – Pantone Colorsof the YearTSC Studio Artists rise to the creativechallenge to create artworks using thePantone colors for 2016.

UPCOMING ART WORKSHOPS

Art workshops require pre-registration andpayment one week before the first classmeeting. Most meet once a week with abeginning and end date. They are at the

Tallahassee Senior Center unless otherwiseindicated. For more info or to register, contactLeslie Puckett, Art Program Coordinator at891-4016 or email [email protected] Yourself in Zentangle®, MidoriOkasako

Wed., Apr. 20-May 11, 1-3:30 p.m., (fourweeks)Rediscover the fun and joy of creating art!Zentangle® is for you, even if you think youare not an artist. Learn this calming art formfounded by Rick Roberts and Maria Thomas.With a stroke of a pen, empower yourself tocreate beautiful images of tangle patternsinspired by the world. Class fee $36-Seniors,$44-others. Art supply kit for class $20.Register by Apr. 13.

Natural Sculpture, Mariann KearsleyThu., Apr. 21-June 9, 1-3:30 p.m. (six classmeetings, skip May 5 & 26), TSC Clay Studio.

A walk in the woods is an opportunity tocollect interesting shaped sticks, pinecones,lichen, feathers, stones and add some wool orother bits of fiber and bind them together to

make your own woodland spirit or green man(or woman). Class fee $54-Seniors, $66-others.Register by Apr. 13.Beginning Acrylic Painting – DebbieGaedtke

Apr. 22-June 10, 8 weeks or shorten to 6weeks, Apr. 22-May 27Fri. afternoons, 1–4 p.m. If you have wantedto learn to paint and don’t know where tostart this is for you. Using the versatile acrylicpaints, learn basics in brush technique andcolor mixing, create shapes and then shadesto give depth. $73-Seniors, $80-others.Register by Apr. 13.Picasso Nudes, Millie Ruffles SmithThu., Apr. 28-May 26, 9:30-noon (five classmeetings). TSC Clay Studio. One of theinnovators of the cubist movement, Picassowould break the human figure into simpleshapes and arrange in his unique style. Havefun playing at painting for beginners to learnand intermediates to shake up theirperspective. Class fee $45-Seniors, $55-others.Register by Apr. 20.

Creative Cards, Mary Sargent

Wed., May 18, 1–3 p.m. TSC clay studio. Makeone-of-a-kind keepsake, greeting cardsespecially for graduation and 4th of July.Materials provided. All skill levels. $8-Seniors,$10-others. Register by May 11.

NEIGHBORHOOD LOCATIONS

Beginning Drawing with Maria Balingit,at Westminster OaksTue. Apr. 20–June 21, 9:30–noon (eight weeks– skip Apr. 10 & June 14) at the pool house.Learn and develop basic drawing techniqueby drawing still lifes and portraits. Forbeginners and continuing students.$73-Seniors, $88-others. Register by Apr. 13.

Drawing II with Maria Balingit, atWestminster OaksTue., Apr. 20–June 21, 1:30–3:30 p.m. (eightweeks – skip Apr. 10 & June 14). Art & CraftRoom in Parry Bldg. Continue to developdrawing skills, techniques and composition.For continuing students – intermediates.$72-Seniors, $88-others.

Having Fun with Watercolor with Sue

Ellen Knowles, at Westminster OaksFri., May 6–Jun. 24, 9:30–noon (eight weeks).Art & Craft Room in Parry Bldg. Class coversbasics in watercolor, techniques, planning and

execution. $72-Seniors, $88-others. Register byApr. 27.Acrylic Painting, Debbie Gaedtke, atSouthwood

Wed., May 4–Jun. 22, 6–8 p.m., (eight classes),Southwood Community Center. Learn basicskills and develop technique with a versatile

medium. For beginners and continuingbeginners. $72-Seniors, $88-others. Registerby Apr. 27.Painting with Oils, at Fort BradenCommunity Center, Robert DeWitt Smith

Thu., May 5–Jul. 7, 1–3:30 p.m. (eight weeks).Each session provides both a demonstrationand the opportunity to paint. Someexperience with oil painting preferable.$72-Seniors, $88-others. Register by Apr. 27.Acrylic Painting at Lake JacksonCommunity Center at Huntington OaksPlaza, Janice McCaskill

Tue., May 17-June 28, 9:30-noon (sevenweeks). Develop skills in acrylic painting withsome interesting exercises for creativethinking. Beginners and continuing beginners.$63-Seniors, $77-others. Register by May 10.

WEEKLY STUDIO CLASSES

On-going studio classes meet on a weeklybasis and do not require pre-registration, justpay the days you attend. Instructors work withindividual students, and students assist and

critique one another in a rewardingcollaborative environment. It is recommendedthat you visit the class and talk to theinstructor before joining the class; theinstructor will provide you with a supply listfor that class. Studio Artists have theopportunity to exhibit in the center’s galleryspaces. All classes are located at the SeniorCenter Art Studio unless otherwise noted.Classes do not meet on holidays, L3X week(Apr. 4-8), or during Maintenance Week (Jun.27-Jul. 1). $9 per class-Seniors (age 55+),$11-others (age 18-54). Or buy an art card thatgives you eight classes for the price of seven.|

Call 891-4016 or [email protected] for moreinformation.Artistry in Clay – Handbuilding, MarkFletcher, Mon., 9:30-noon, TSC Clay Studio

Drawing Like Durer & Friends — Pen & Ink,Mark Fletcher, Mon., 12:30-3 p.m., TSC ClayStudio – starting Jan. 4Watercolor Tues ., Studio, Linda Pelc, Tue.., 9a.m.–noon

Watercolor Beginners , Linda Pelc, Tue.., 1–4p.m., Beginners and continuing beginnersPastels , Wendy Devarieux, Wed. 9–11:30a.m.-starting Feb. 3, No instructor on the 3rdWed. each month

Oil and A crylic Painting , Robert Dewitt

Smith, Wed., 1-4 p.m., Beginners &IntermediateWatercolor Thur., Studio, RosemaryFerguson, Thu., 9 a.m.-noon, starting Jan. 7

Drawing Etcetera , Bart Frost, Thu., 1-4 p.m.,drawing & paintingOil Painting – Advanced, Eluster Richardson,Fri., 9 a.m.–noon

Drawing Together, Michael Harrell, Fri.,9:30–11:30 a.m., developing basics, primarilyrendering in pencil

ONGOING STUDIO LABS

Portrait Studio Lab, Mon., 9 a.m.,–noon, $5Ceramics, Tue.. & Wed., 9 a.m.–noon, $2 pluscost of materials and firing fee

START WITH ART

Call for artists

The Tallahassee Senior Artist Showcaseis an annual juried fine art exhibitionhighlighting talented, mature artistsliving in the Big Bend Area. Selectedartworks will be on display at the Talla-hassee Senior Center and LeRoy CollinsLeon County Public Library in Augustand September. All visual art media isconsidered (including photography, butexcluding video). Artists must be 50 orolder and submit an entry applicationwith $15 fee by May 18. $1,000 prizemoney. Contact TSC Art Coordinatorfor prospectus/entry form at 891-4016or email [email protected].

Linda Pelc, artist and instructor, leads theWatercolor Studio at the TSC on Tuesday,from 9 a.m. to noon. Many of her students’

award-winning work is featured in PersonalExpressions in Watercolor through March 18.




Lisa Dollar Covert, community rela-tions coordinator, recently spoke withLoyce Sulkes regarding her longtime

participation with Tallahassee SeniorCenter and Foundation.“The Senior Center,” Sulkes said, “is a

warm and friendly place where we canbe alive, doing, learning, growing, andenjoying friends and folks our own age.”Sulkes continued, “among all kinds ofprograms and activities, Mah Jongg [is]my favorite.”

Sulkes shared with Lisa her favoritememories of the Senior Center, whereshe and her husband, Al Sulkes, ofblessed memory, taught Lifelong Learn-ing classes for 11 years. “Al created

classes in history, politics, religion andentertainment. I helped facilitate them,prepared class handouts, showed DVDs,and made sure Al had whatever he need-ed. Al was humble, smart, wise and in-

spiring. He taught with humor, facts,opinions and stories. May Al’s memorybe forever a blessing to all of us.”

Sulkes’ fond memories of enjoyingTallahassee Senior Center activities,

classes, events and field trips with herhusband Al Sulkes, as well as leadingclasses in the past, inspire her to be a Tal-lahassee Senior Center Foundationmember.

Tallahassee Senior Center &Foundation Member Spotlight

From left, our newest TSCF boardmember, Carol Thompson Riley,Founder of Healing by Nature S eniorCare, LLC, celebrates Deck the Hallswith Donna Wells of Capital HealthPlan, Elda Martinko, TSCF boardmember, and Elaine Lynn, Healing byNature Senior Care.

Welcome CarolThompson-Riley!Carol Thompson-Riley is CEO and Foun-der of Healing by Nature Senior Care,LLC, an in-home care agency located inTallahassee, FL. Carol is a graduate ofFlorida A&M University where shereceived a B.S. degree in Business Ad-ministration and a M.B.A. in M arketing.Carol has more than 20 years of pro-

gressively responsible experience in theHealthcare field as a PharmaceuticalSales Executive focusing on businessanalysis, marketing, and account man-agement for global Fortune 500 com-panies such as Pfizer, Johnson & John-son, and Novartis. She has an award-winning proven track record in devel-oping product and marketplace ex-pertise and has been recognized as atop performer within the industry.Carol is married with two children andis a member of Tabernacle MissionaryBaptist Church. Carol’s philosophy is to

always believe in yourself, pursue yourdreams and strive to make a differencein the lives of others through knowl-edge and wisdom.

Mike Stillwell, right, on behalf of the Tallahassee Moose Lodge 1075, and his wife Debbie stopped by on a rainy Tallahassee day to spread somesunshine with a very generous check for the Tallahassee Senior Center and Foundation. We are so blessed and appreciative of our supporters.Thank you Tallahassee Moose Lodge 1075!

Loyce Sulkes is a longtime participant with Tallahassee Senior Center and Foundation.





BE A KEY HOLDER

Please join the Tallahassee Senior Foundation

today. Your contribution pays for programsand enhances services. Two great ways tobecome a member: (1) mail or drop off yourannual membership contribution at the SeniorCenter or (2) our newest payment option -renew on-line! Choose from one time orrecurring payments atwww.tallahasseeseniorfoundation.org.MembershipSenior Citizen (Age 50+) $25Senior Couple $40Supporter (under age 50) $35Non-profit Organization $50

Key HoldersDiamond $5,040Platinum $2,520Ruby $1,500Gold $1,020Silver $540Bronze $240Friend $120Thank you for being a key to active aging!Send your contribution to Tallahassee SeniorCenter, 1400 N. Monroe St., Tallahassee FL32303Gold Key HolderMichael & Hella SpellmanSilver Key HoldersJim & Elaine McConnaughhay

Bronze Key Holders

Edna Owens; Phillip E. Potter

Friend Key Holders

Dorothy A. Brickler; Jennifer Clinard; Jon &Carla Cramer; Chuck & Laura Davis; ClaudeEasterling; Judith Ehrhardt; Deirdre Etienne;Charles & Brenda Francis; Ben E. Girtman;Martin & Vicki Guttenplan; Cynthia Hall;

Dorothy R. Johnson; Earl & Beth Lines; HeinzLuebkemann; Mary Ann Mathers; BettyOsmondson; Barry & Joan Powers; KentPutnam & Paula Walborsky; Jane Quinton;Thomas J. Rice, Jr.; Sandy Rowson; MargieSmith; Elisabeth Stein; Carolyn Thompson;Chet & Foy Winsor; Edward G. Wynn

New and Renewing MembersJoseph & Andrea Allaire; Maureen Antworth;Ellen Baxter; Bruce & Susan Bechard; RoseBlackburn; Tom & Barbara Brandt; ElizabethBriggs; Ken & Sharon Brock; Donna M. Brown;Linda S. Brown; Ben & Carolyn Brown; Billy P.Bryan; Arthur & Joe Ann Burgess; SusanCason; Clara Chandler; Anne B. Ciotti; ClaudiaCoaker; Carol Collins; Patricia Cook; M. LessieCorrea; Janice Daily; Marsha K. Davids; Bill &

Penny Davis; Richard Dusenbury & KathiJaschke; Mike & Phyllis Eagen; Robert & JudyEarl; Mary Joyce Eibeck; Paris Ellis; EylaEmineth; John T. Falls, Jr.; Elamir Ghattas;Susan G. Gilson; Mary Granger; Lucille P.Grant; Linda M. Gray; Lois Green; David S.Greenberg; Tasker Hannon; Suzanne K.Haynes; Donie Ann Henderson; Clifton

Hopkins; Paula Hubbard; Billie L. Hubble;Beverly Hughes; Rudy & Jeanne Hurst; PushpaJain; Dennis Jefferson; Jerry & Rauha Jessup; F.Craig & Nancy J. Johnson; Jean G. Jones; James& Karen Karabasz; Ivy Kelley; Clifford & RitaKenney; Dean Kindley; Herb Klepper; LindaSeashore Larsen; Susan Lindgren; Ray & MaryAnn Litwin; Mary Claire Lovell; Paul Lucarelli &June Coleman; Maureen Masonbrink; CaroleB. Massey; Susan McConnell; Una McConnell;Mary Minton; DeVoe & Shirley McEwanMoore; Jim & Lorraine Moore; Daryl Nall;Peter L. Nimkoff; Ed & Linda Oaksford; LiaObregon; Rosalind A. Parlor; Drs. Bill & Alice

Pomidor; Richard & Jacqueline Portman;Sandy Randolph; Bill Reece; James Calvin Reid;Roland Richa; Betty Rinehart; Paul & BettyRoberts; Erma R. Robertson; Elizabeth AnnRobertson; Joe Willie Royal; William & JeanneW. Ryder; Jane G. Sauls; Bette Scaringe; NellSewell; Roger Shepherd; Mary Siebert-Culp;Robert & Meredith Smith; Ginny Smoller;Courtney Spencer; Judge Donald & AnneStone; George Sweat; Susanne Taranto; Randy& Sylvia Walford; Sylvia C. Warner; AnneWells; Karen Wensing; Linda White; Bonnie G.Wirth; W. Andy Woolington

End of the Year DonationsMickey & Guiling Li Britt; Carol Lynch Brown;Diane Carr; Johnnie M. Davis; Martin Enright;Judith Fiebelkorn; Shirley H. Gertrude; LorettaG. Gibson; Geneva D. Gilliam; Gwenn B.Harrison; Brinnie Wilson Hills; Barbara King;Drs. Benjamin & Mary Sterner Lawson; MiltLefkoff; Cecelia Linder; Nancy Maudlin;Warren McAlpine; Jeanette McLeod; StevenMelamed; Renee Morgan; Lee S. & Gwen S.Norris; Barbara Palmer; Theresa Pepe; JenniePetrovski; Margaret Riggins; Steve Rollin;Clara Runyan; Sheila Salyer; Elizabeth Serow;Loretta Torrago

Honorarium DonationsIn honor of: Senior CenterBy: Tallahassee Social ClubIn honor of: TALL Class 8By: Janice DailyIn honor of : Bradfordville Exercise ProgramBy: Susan G. GilsonIn honor of: Tax AideBy: Jerry & Rauha JessupIn honor of: Maureen MasonbrinkBy: Peter L. NimkoffIn honor of: Trips & ToursBy: Martin & Vicki GuttenplanIn honor of : Bridge

By: Chet & Foy WinsorMemorial DonationsIn memory of : Johnnye LuebkemannBy: Emily MillettIn memory of: Col. Herbert G. ParkerBy: James Croteau; New South Homes; SheilaSalyer

In memory of: Jean SignsBy: Margaret Cash; Tallahassee DuplicateBridge ClubIn memory of : Natalie ColeBy: Tasker HannonIn memory of : my beloved husband,Abraham Alvin SulkesBy: Loyce Sulkes

TALLAHASSEE SENIORFOUNDATION BOARD MEMBERS

Linda Roberts, PresidentKen Brummel-Smith, M.D., Geriatrics, VicePresidentEdna Owens, SecretaryScott Harrell, TreasurerDoug CarlsonAjay ChadaJim Davis, CPASandy DeLopezShirley Gooding-ButlerElda Martinko

MEMBERSHIP & DONATIONS

A copy of the official registration and financial information may be obtained from the Divisionof Consumer Services by calling toll free 800-435-7352 within the state or www.800helpfla.com.Registration does not imply endorsement, approval, or recommendation by the state. Regis-tration #CH8035.

See Members, Page 18




The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at FloridaState University kicked off its Spring Semester andthe 25th anniversary of lifelong learning at FSU in Jan-

uary with a Showcase of Classes and Activities and aNew Member Welcome.OLLI at FSU, one of 119 OLLIs around the coun try, is

an exciting program of scholarly classes, activities andtravel opportunities targeted to individuals over 50who want to continue their education in a stress-freeenvironment where there are no tests and no home-work. OLLI students enroll for the joy of learning.

The Showcase, with nearly 450 current and prospec-tive students in attendance, featured a lineup of nearly40 instructors describing their courses, along withmember volunteers staffing tables for the many clubs,special interest groups and activities OLLI offers.

OLLI’s yearlong 25th anniversary celebration fea-

tures a series of lectures, panel discussions, specialclasses, an eminent speaker in September and a galadinner dance in October. Capital Health Plan is the 25thanniversary sponsor.

Coming up in May: OLLI’s three-week Maymester,

which offers a “tasting menu” of courses and activ-ities.

For more information on OLLI offerings and enroll-ment, see www.olli.fsu.edu or call 850-644-7947.

OLLI Second Vice President Frank Alarcon, right, hears about travel opportunities from Travel Club Co-Chairs George and HarrietWaas.

Osher Lifelong LearningInstitute kicks off 25th year

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reduce your overall maintenance and car insurance costs!*» Refresh your driving skills and learn the new rules of theroad.» Learn research-based driving strategies to help you stay safebehind the wheel.» Plus, there are no tests to pass. $15 for AARP Members, $20for Non Members.Smart Driver Classes for Apr. thru May in Tallahassee area:Cherry Laurel , Apr.16, 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.Westminster Oaks , Apr. 9, 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.School Board, May 2, 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.Seating is limited. Sign up today! Call Ernie Conte @ 850-926-4605 for details and to register

FRAN CONAWAY

Kenyetta MullinsCarol Thompson-RileyLew WilsonBryan Desloge, EmeritusA.J. (Andy) McMullian, EmeritusSarah Neeley, Emeritus

SENIOR SERVICES ADVISORY COUNCIL

Jill Sandler, ChairFreida Travis, Vice ChairPeter Piper, SecretaryPaul BoisvertAddie B. Carroll-BealE. Ann CleareNancy DawsHarry FordhamMike FrancisNancy GodetteAbi MoonPatricia ParkhurstAnnie RolleAntonio Terracciano, Ph.D., GeriatricsEd Vertuno

MembersContinued from Page 17



MEDICARE SERVICES

Facts*: For most seniors, Medicare servicesbegin at 65 years of age. There a re two typesof Medicare coverage, Traditional Medicareand Medicare Advantage Plans. Selection ofthe type of plan coverage begins when theperson first signs up for Medicare. Undernormal circumstances, plans may be changedby the person during the Annual EnrollmentPeriod. This period begins October 15 and runsthrough December 7 with the new coverageperiod beginning January 1 of the followingyear.Medicare is a federal health insurance plan;Medicaid is a joint federal/state healthcoverage program. Low income beneficiariesmay qualify for a special Medicaid option forassisting with Medicare premiums, deductiblesand coinsurance payments.

Unless covered by an em ployer’s group plan

which is equivalent to Medicare Part Bcoverage or under other, limited situations,failure to enroll in Medicare Part B by age 65can result in fiscal penalties.There are 3,661,812 Florida residents over a ge65 and 93% them are enrolled in Medicare.

*Sources for thesefacts:.mymedicareanswers.com; medicare.gov;aarp.org/health; cms.gov

PHYSICIAN SERVICES

Note that individual physicians may also belisted on the internet or in the local telephonebook. Listings below are for groups w ith oneor more physicians accepting Medicare.Capital Health Plan , 523-7441,capitalhealth.com, provides a variety ofMedicare advantage plans covering physicianand other care to providers in the Plannetwork; many physicians are on staff.

TMH/FSU Family Medicine ResidencyProgram , 431-5430, tmh.org, providesgeneral physician care by residents enrolled inthe FSU family medicine program.

Tallahassee Primary Care Associates,297-0114, tpcadocs.com, group medicalpractice with experienced general andspecialty physicians and laboratory/diagnosticservices.

Patients First , phone numbers vary bylocation, patientsfirst.com, primary andurgent care offered at seven locationsthroughout the Tallahassee area.Capital Regional Medical Group , 878-8235,capitalregionalhealthcare.com, primary andurgent care offered.

TMH Physician Partners at Southwood ,431-3867, tmh.org (physician offices), primaryand specialty (internal medicine) care offered.Southern Medica l Group, P.A., 216-0100,

southern-med.com, primary and specialty(cardiology and internal medicine) care.Neighborhood Health Services, 224-2469,nhsclinic.org, provides Leon County residentswho are medically underserved with primaryhealth care.

Bond Community Health Cen ter, Inc.,576-4073, bondchc.com, primary and urgentcare offered, physicals must be scheduled inadvance.Other Resources

Capital Medical Society (participatingphysicians): capmed.orgSHINE Program (helps seniors decide whichplan is best for their m edical situation):floridashine.org

Medicare Costs and Enrollment:mymedicarematters.org|Medicare Starter Kit:

aarp.org/health/medicare-insurance

MEDICARE ENROLLEDHOSPITALS

Capital Regional Medical Center, 325-5000,capitalregionalmedicalcenter.comInpatient, outpatient (tests, certain surgeries,therapies, cancer treatment, x-rays and otherradiological procedures) and emergency care.

Tallahassee Memorial Hospital, 431-1155,tmh.org

Inpatient, outpatient (tests, certain surgeries,therapies, comprehensive cancer center at asingle location, x-rays and other radiologicalprocedures) and emergency care, including afreestanding emergency center.

HealthSouth Rehabilitation Hospital,656-4800, healthsouthtallahassee.comIn- and outpatient rehabilitation hospitalfocusing on physical, occupational, speechand respiratory therapy.

Other ResourcesFind and Compare Hospitals:floridahealthfinder.gov

Minimum Hospital Stays Required forInpatient Reimbursement: medicare.govPolicy for Reimbursing Skilled Care afterHospital “Observations”:careconversations.org

MEDICARE CERTIFIED, LICENSEDHOME HEALTH AGENCIES

Amedisys Home Health of Tallahassee,681-0080, amedisys.com

Capital Home Health Corp, 553-4002,capitalhomehealthcorp.com

Care South (Encompass) Home Care, 391-4754,encompasshomehealth.com

Kindred at Home, 878-2191,kindredathome.comSuncrest Omni, 222-5552, suncrestomni.com

Tallahassee Memorial Home Health Care,431-6800, tmh.org/homehealthOther Resources

Home Health Agency Ratings:data.medicare.gov/Home-Health-CompareMedicare Payment for Home Health Care:medicare.gov/coverage/home-health-services

Home Health Agency Licensure:floridahealthfinder.gov

MEDICARE CERTIFIED, LICENSEDNURSING FACILITIES

Centre Pointe Health and RehabilitationCenter, 386-4054, centrepointerehab.com

Consulate Health Care of Tallahassee,942-9868, consulatehc.com

Heritage Healthcare Center, 8 77-2177,heritage-healthcare.comMiracle Hill Nursing & Rehabilitation Center,224-8486, miraclehillhealthcare.com

Seven Hills Health & Rehabilitation Center,877-4115, sevenhillshealthandrehab.comWestminster Oaks, 878-1136,westminsterretirement.com

Other Resources

Medicare Coverage of Nursing Facility Care:medicare.gov/coverage/skilled-nursing-facility

Care.htmlMedicare Nursing Facility Ratings: data.medicare.gov/Nursing-Home-Compare/ Provider-Info/4pq5-n9py

Nursing Facility Licensure:floridahealthfinder.gov

MEDICAL EQUIPMENT, SUPPLIESAND OXYGEN

Some of the many Medicare enrolledproviders of equipment, supplies and/oroxygen in Leon County are listed below:American HomePatient, Inc., 222-1723,www.ahom.com

Apria Healthcare, Inc., 383-1188, apria.comBarnes Health Care, 894-4480, barneshc.com

Capital Medical and Surgical, Inc., 942-0198,cmsidirect.comCapital Medical Corporation, 386-1978

CVS, number varies by store, cvs.comDesloge Home Oxygen and MedicalEquipment, Inc., 656-8900,deslogemedical.com

Lincare, Inc., 562-6006, lincare.comUnited Seating and Mobility, 386-4606,unitedseating.com

Publix Super Markets, Inc., Number varies bystore, publix.comWalMart, Number varies by store,walmart.com

Walgreens, Number varies by store,walgreens.comWilliams Orthotic-Prosthetic, Inc., 385-665,williamsoandp.com

Winn-Dixie Store, Inc., number varies by store,winndixie.comOther Resources

Medicare Coverage Policy: medicare.govList of All Medicare Equipment, Supply andOxygen Providers:medicare.gov/supplierdirectory

Traveling with Oxygen: chestnet.org

MEDICARE PART D PRESCRIBEDDRUGS

Seniors must be certain they are using apharmacy that will accept their Medicare aspayment before requesting a prescription befilled. Also, seniors must be certain that theprescription is for a drug covered by Medicarebefore it is filled. If the senior is in a MedicareAdvantage Plan or insurance policy covering

drugs, the P lan’s/company’s customer servicenumber should be called to check payment. Ifthe senior is covered only by traditionalMedicare, the pharmacy should be contacted.Other Resources

SHINE Program (helps seniors decide whichdrug plan is best for their needs):floridashine.orgHelp Paying for Prescribed Drugs:benefitscheckup.org

Prescription Drug Prices: myfloridarx.comThis information is not guaranteed to beall-inclusive and does not imply endorsement of any persons, offices or agencies by Tallahassee Senior Services. Sources may change between preparation and print date.

MEDICAL RESOURCES AND CONTACTS

Helplines andHotlinesAbuse Hotline: 800-962-2873Area Agency on Aging, E lder Helpline:800-963-5337

Consumer Hotline: 800-435-7352Medicare Hotline: 800-633-42272-1-1 Big Bend: 617-6333 or 211





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