Tallahassee Democrat SUNDAY, MARCH 8, 2020

Active
FUN, RESOURCES AND
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ACTIVE
LIVING LIVING
The magazine for Tallahassee’s
active boomer and senior community
EXPO
LIFELONG LEARNING
LifeLong Learning offers a variety of
classes at a variety of locations. Limited
space is available, and classes fill up
quickly. For more information or to reg-
ister, call 850-891-4033, email Mau-
reen.Haberfeld@talgov.com, or stop by
the TSC. Programs are sponsored in part
by Mulligan Park Gracious Retirement
Living, the Tallahassee Moose Lodge #
1075, the City of Tallahassee, Leon
County, and the TSC Foundation.
What the Great Artists Say About
Humanity. Mondays, Mar. 23, 30 and
Apr. 6, 10 – 11:30 a.m., NE Branch Library
(5513 Thomasville Rd.)
Instructor Linda Davey will give a
three-week art history course. Class one
will cover great Renaissance artists
such as Leonardo da Vinci and Michel-
angelo and their works. The second
class will concentrate on Romanticism.
Spurred by the idealism of the French
Revolution, this movement embraced
emotion and struggles for freedom and
justice. Class three will cover sculpture
and the body beautiful. $5 donation per
class (50+) / $7 others
All About Sharks and Sex and the
Sea. Thursdays, Mar. 26 and Apr. 2, 1:30
– 3 p.m., TSC
In part one, marine biologist Leslie
Breland, from the Gulf Specimen Ma-
rine Lab, will enlighten participants on
the lives, habits, and wide variety of
sharks. Part two will cover the unusual
and intriguing reproductive lives of ma-
rine organisms. $5 donation per class
(50+) / $7 others
Valdosta Food and History Tour.
Fri., Mar. 27, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Meet at TSC.
Kate Valler, owner of Miss Kate’s
Deep South Tours, will be our guide for a
food and history tour of Valdosta, show-
casing the delicious food, robust histo-
ry, and unique culture of this region.
Stops include South Georgia Pecan
Company to sample some of their prod-
ucts and shop for goodies. Margarona’s,
and Big Nick’s, are popular local restau-
rants where participants will sample
some of their delicious specialties. En-
joy a wonderful lunch at the Rainwater
Conference Center and then tour the
Georgia Beer Company. $65 per person,
includes transportation, tour, samples
and lunch.
Best of the Fest: Winners and Se-
lections from the 2019 Florida Anima-
tion Festival. Tue., Mar. 31, 10 a.m. –
12:30 p.m., Mulligan Park Gracious Re-
tirement Living, 1800 Hermitage Blvd.
Limited transportation from the TSC.
2 SUNDAY, MARCH 8, 2020 TALLAHASSEE DEMOCRAT
On the cover
Main photo: Active Living Expo pre-
senting sponsor Tallahassee Memorial
Healthcare’s (from left) Vicky Rose,
MSW and Brianna Sneed, Social Work
Intern, Memory Disorder Clinic, Dr.
Ingrid Jones-Ince, M.D., Clinical Direc-
tor, Emily McEachron, LPN, Dr. Na-
keisha Rodgers, M.D., Assistant Pro-
Take this unique opportunity to view
a selection of short animated films from
the 4th annual Florida Animation Festi-
val; films have been carefully curated to
represent a wide variety of animation
styles and themes from around the
world. Participants will enjoy lunch
courtesy of Mulligan Park, following the
presentation. Donation $8. Limited
space available. Limited transportation
from TSC.
Easter Brunch Cooking Class at
KitchenAble. Mon., Apr. 6, 11 a.m. – 1
p.m., 1635 N. Monroe St.
Join Chef Jessica for a spring-
themed brunch that is perfect for Easter,
or any other occasion. The dazzling me-
nu includes a tossed salad with fresh
raspberries and chèvre, Au Gratin Hash
Browns, and Croque Monsieur (with
croissant French toast, ham, and
cheese), followed by individual Pavlova
ACTIVE LIVING
LifeLong
Learners
take a field
trip to the
Rise Above
Traveling
Exhibit and
learn the
remarkable
story of the
Tuskegee
Airmen.
fessor Dr. Vincent Riesgo, M.D. 2nd
year resident physician Myself, Tiffany
Nealy, and Practice Office Manager,
and Dr. Jianghao Zhu, M.D., 1st year
resident physician. Upper right: Pa-
cifica Senior Living Woodmont Assist-
ed Living’s Nicolas Heron. Lower
right: Leon County Senior Outreach
Volunteer Bonnie Strade, Home In-
stead. Photos by Karla Brandt
Nest Cookies (gingersnap cookies
topped with meringue and filled with
lemon curd). Fee $35. Limited space
available.
Spring Garden Tour. Tue., Apr. 7, 10
– 11:30 a.m.
Tour a unique, sustainable yard right
here in Tallahassee. Gardener Regine
Maligne will discuss how to get started
on your own sustainable garden and
share many ideas for creative gardening
as well as cuttings from her variety of
plants. Participants provide their own
transportation to the home in Betton
Hills (address to be provided upon reg-
istration). $5 donation (50+); $7 others
Spring Centerpiece Making
Thu., Apr. 9, 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., Al-
legro Senior Living, 4501 Shannon
Lakes Dr.
Use fresh flowers and greenery to
make a beautiful spring centerpiece
ABOUT THE
PUBLICATION
Active Living is a bi-Monthly publi-
cation of the Tallahassee Senior
Center (TSC), 1400 N Monroe St.,
Tallahassee, FL 32303. 850-891-
4000.
Sheila Salyer, Senior Services Man-
ager, City of Tallahassee and Exec-
utive Director, Tallahassee Senior
Foundation
Audrey Byrne, Managing Editor
Martha Gruender, Coordinating
Copy Editor
The mission of Tallahassee Senior
Services is to offer programs, activ-
ities, and opportunities designed
to encourage active living, optimal
aging, and social fitness for in-
dependent adults age 50+. Dis-
claimer of Endorsement: Reference
herein to any specific commercial
products, process, or service by
trade name, trademark, manu-
facturer, or otherwise does not
necessarily constitute or imply its
endorsement, recommendation or
favoring by Tallahassee Senior
Services or the Tallahassee Senior
Foundation.
For more information on Tallahas-
see Senior Services, the TSC &
Foundation, activities, and 15
neighborhood venues, contact
850-891-4000 or visit www.tal-
gov.com/seniors and www.Talla-
hasseeSeniorFoundation.org. “Like”
us at Facebook.com/Tallahassee-
SeniorCenter. For Leon County
Senior Outreach, read the LCSO
Gazette, call 850-891-4065, or visit
cms.leoncountyfl.gov. To receive
the TSCF bi-weekly newsletter,
email Lisa.DollarCovert@tal-
gov.com.
with Edna Hall-Whitehead, floral design
expert from A Touch of Class / Celebra-
tions on Main Florist in Havana, FL.
Each participant will take home a beau-
tiful arrangement of their own creation.
Fee $17 (includes all supplies). Limited
space available.
More LifeLong Learning on Page 12
Help honor our community’s Silver Stars and volunteers
SILVER STARS, Thu. May 21, 2019 CHP, presenting
The 19th annual Silver Stars cele- sponsor of Capital City
bration is Thursday, May 21. This Senior Games and Silver
event recognizes 8 “Silver Stars,” out- Stars, and Active Living
standing individuals in the Big Bend Sponsor Care Point
area who range in age from 60 to 99 Health & Wellness,
and inspire presents on TALL Class
others and to 12 Health & Wellness
CELEBRATION stay active, Day. Pictured here from
OF ATHLETES involved, and live their
right, Toni Kilgore, Hella
Spellman, Deanne Epley,
RECEPTION! lives with Cielo Rose, Richard
zest. In addi- Kane, Thomas W. Smith,
Mon., March 17,
tion, the TSC Ruth Nickens, Patty
5:30-7:30 p.m.
Foundation Ballentine and Dana
TSC, 1400 N. Monroe recognizes Fleck. SUBMITTED
St. more than
400 volun-
Dinner for Senior
teers who
Athletes & their
contribute to TALL Class 12: front row,
guest
the life of the from right, Hella
Wear your medals Senior Cen- Spellman, Barbara
and celebrate the ter and our Boone, Carol West,
games! many neigh- Katherine Kamiya, Laura
borhood pro- Ruane, Judee Light,
grams. We Gloria Colvin, Judy
also thank our sponsors and our key Westbrook and Joan
holders during this event for their Tolliver. Second row,
contributions to the success of the from right, Dick
Tallahassee Senior Center and Foun- Woodward, Joanna
dation. Love, Annette Gaul,
We hope you will help us celebrate Beverly Elliot, Juanita
and honor our Silver Stars by becom- Thomas and Denise
ing a sponsor of this event. Capital Hunter. Back row, from
Health Plan leads the way as our Pre- right, Don Ruane,
senting Sponsor and we have many Audrey Byrne, Jeri
wonderful partners who support this Bush, David Lee, Judy
event annually. We welcome new and Thomas, Kerri Corn, Kiki
returning sponsors who help to make Litchford, Rob Vandiver
this event affordable and accessible to and Donna Konuch.
seniors of all economic means.
Your sponsorship is an investment
in much more than this one evening. these individuals. Our Silver Stars life. We invite you to be a part of this ver Stars sponsorships. Tickets go on
Families and friends of our honorees motivate others to keep growing, do- wonderful celebration. Please contact sale April 17; for ticket information,
also celebrate this occasion and ap- ing, learning, and giving. They exem- Lori.Swanson@Talgov.com or call email Lisa.DollarCovert@talgov.com
plaud the lifetime achievements of plify living a happy, full and engaged 891-4048 for more information on Sil- or call 850-891-4003.

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TALLAHASSEE SENIOR CENTER CLASSES
COMPUTER AND TECHNOLOGY
Interested in taking computer class-
es? Stop by TSC receptionist desk and
complete an application to express your
computer course interests. Call 850-
891-4008 or email Kristy.Carter@talgov
.com to request an application be sent to
you or to have your name added to the
interest roster. A variety of classes are
offered and vary in donation. Fees listed
are for the full course. Preregistration
and payment required - space is limited.
Participants are scheduled in the order
of their request received.
MICROSOFT BASICS AND BEYOND
Tue. & Thu., Apr. 21, 23, 28 & 30, 9–11
a.m. (attend all 4 dates)
Beginners - Learn how to save, find
and file documents and pictures. Learn
desktop, shortcuts and applications/
programs.
MICROSOFT EXCEL – BASIC
Tue., Wed., & Thu., Apr. 21, 22, 23, 28,
29 & 30, 5:30-7:30 p.m. (attend all 6
dates)
Learn the many ways to use Excel.
Create a personal budget spreadsheet to
track your day to day spending. Learn
about math features and formulas. $20
(50+) or $25 (non-Seniors).
MICROSOFT WORD – BASIC
Tue., Wed., and Thu., May 5, 6, 7, 12, 13
& 14, 5:30-7:30 p.m. (attend all 6 dates)
Learn to create, format and edit Word
documents including inserting pictures
and other enhancements, such as in-
serting bullets, and cutting/pasting
text. $20 (50+) or $25 (non-Seniors).
WINDOW 10 OPERATING SYSTEM
Tue. & Thu., May 5, 7, 12, & 14, 9–11
a.m. (attend all 4 dates)
Learn about the features of Windows
such as the files and folders system,
moving, saving and naming documents,
and how to personalize with pictures
and more. $20 (50+) or $25 (non-Sen-
iors)
DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY CLASSES
For questions or more information,
email Kristy.Carter@talgov.com or call
850-891-4008.
PAINTSHOP PRO REVIEW
Wed., Mar. 11, 6:30 – 9 p.m., $5
This session is a complete review of
Paint Shop Pro where attendees will
learn basic editing techniques along
with tricks of the trade using tools such
as the automated features of PSP: clon-
ing, healing, scratch removal, digital
4 SUNDAY, MARCH 8, 2020 TALLAHASSEE DEMOCRAT
BLUEPRINT INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGENCY SEEKS SENIOR ENGAGEMENT
noise reduction and others. You will also
learn High Dynamic Resolution editing,
using plug-ins and how to manage and
use the Tool Palettes. All these issues
are used to either restore or change a
photograph or bring life to your digital
image.
BASIC DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY
Wed., Apr. 22, 6:30 – 9 p.m. $5
Learn the basic functions of your
digital camera, including how to turn it
on, locate the battery and memory card,
use scene modes, turn off the flash, and
how to load images onto your computer.
Class also includes the topics of ISO,
White Balance, Exposure Value, Camera
Metering and others.
ADVANCED DIGITAL PHOTOGRA-
PHY
Wed., Apr. 29, 6:30 – 9 p.m. $5
This class continues, in depth, the
topics of ISO, White Balance, Exposure
Value, Color Temperature, Program -
Aperture - Shutter modes, metering
such as weighted or spot and other ad-
vanced functions. Additional topics:
lighting techniques, image arrange-
ment, time-of-day photography tripod
management, the advanced features on
the digital single lens reflex (DSLR)
camera units, and the advantages and
ACTIVE LIVING
disadvantages of various lens configu-
rations.
PHOTOSHOP ELEMENTS
1st & 3rd Mon., 6:30–8 p.m. $5 per class
Join us and learn how to improve
your photo editing skills with the Pho-
toshop Elements software program.
Participants will view and discuss pho-
to editing tutorials and member projects
with ample opportunities for questions,
sharing knowledge and learning from
others. Meetings are twice a month with
a planned agenda.
MUSIC & SPECIAL EVENT
For questions or more information,
email Kristy.Carter@talgov.com or call
850-891-4008.
UKULELE – MASTER CLASS IN
SESSION
Mon. Mar. 23, 11 a.m. – noon
Come and observe a masters level
class with the Senior Center Ukulele as-
sembly facilitated by: George Hin-
chliffe’s Ukulele Orchestra of Great Brit-
ain. This is in partnership with FSU –
Opening Nights.
UKULELE BEGINNING
1st & 3rd Friday of each month, 10-10:50
a.m.
On Monday, March 30, 11:30
a.m. to 1 p.m., at the TSC
Auditorium (1400 N. Monroe
St.), Autumn Calder, Director
of the Blueprint
Intergovernmental Agency
will present on some of the
high-impact Blueprint
projects that are in progress,
including the Lake Jackson
Greenway, the Northeast
Gateway: Welaunee
Boulevard, Orange-Meridian
Placemaking, and Capital
Circle Southwest. Attendees
will learn how to stay
involved in the public
engagement process, as
these projects move
forward, and will be able to
ask questions. Lunch will be
provided; to rsvp, email
susan.emmanuel@blue
printia.org or call
850-219-1060. KARLA BRANDT
Come learn about the ukulele, and re-
ceive instruction on basic chords and
strum patterns. Everyone is welcome!
Bring your own Uke! $2 (50+), $3 (oth-
ers).
FINGERSTYLE UKULELE CLASS
1st & 3rd Friday of each month, 11-11:50
a.m.
Focus on fingerstyle playing, as well
as instrumental melody/chord arrange-
ments. Basic music theory is taught as
various pieces are played. All are wel-
come, even if you think this level is too
advanced for you. $2 (50+), $3 (others).
UKULELE & FRIENDS
2nd & 4th Friday of each month, 11-12
p.m.
Bring your instrument of choice and
your voice for this casual gathering. Ver-
sions of music are ukulele friendly –
though all instruments are welcome. $2
(50+), $3 (others).
GUITAR
Tuesdays, 6 – 7:30 p.m.
An opportunity to dust off that old
guitar, join an ongoing group of begin-
ning-to-intermediate players, and share
songs and playing techniques. There is
limited instruction, so it’s helpful if you
know a few chords. $2 (50+), $3 (oth-
ers).
DANCE & FITNESS
Enjoy variety of dance options
(Adult Ballet (Thursdays, 10:45 a.m.),
Line Dance (Thursdays, 12:30 or 5:30
p.m.), Beginning Ballroom & Swing (Fri-
days, 5:30 p.m.) at the Senior Center.
For a list of dance offerings, times and
locations visit www.talgov.com/Sen-
iors, click “Stay Active” and scroll down
to “Music & Dance.” For questions,
email Kristy.Carter@talgov.com or call
850-891-4008.
USA BALLROOM DANCE
Saturdays, 7:30–10:30 p.m. – dance
dates below
Dance on the largest dance floor in
Tallahassee. Lessons are provided at no
charge at 6:30 p.m. Dance nights with
paid entry. All dances are smoke and al-
cohol free. $8/USAB Dance members
and $14/non-members; $5 for students
with valid IDs. For more information:
www.usadance6010.org.
Mar. 21 – All That Jazz
April 29 – Rock N’ Roll
May 16 – Casino Royale (semi-for-
mal)
CONTRA DANCE (TALLAHASSEE
COMMUNITY FRIENDS OF OLD TIME
DANCE)
Fridays, 7:30–10:30 p.m. – dance
dates below
Jigs, reels, and fun. A caller instructs
each dance before the music begins.
$10/adults, $9/seniors, $6/students,
and under 12 free. Wear comfortable
shoes and clothes. No partner or experi-
ence necessary. Newcomers should ar-
rive by 7:15 p.m. For more information:
www.tallydancer.com.
Mar. 13 – Greasy String Band with
Caller Vicki Morrison
Mar. 27 – Long Forgotten String
Band with Caller Joey Norton of St.
Pete
April 10 – Flathead String Band
with Caller Andy Cane of Gainesville
April 24 – TBA Band with Caller Al-
ice Raibourn
CAPITAL TWIRLERS ROUND
DANCE
Mondays, 6 p.m.
Enjoy contemporary social round
dancing which is choreographed and
cued ballroom dancing that progresses
in a circular pattern.
CAPITAL TWIRLERS SQUARE
DANCE
Mondays, 7 p.m.
Mainstream and Plus Level Square
Dancing every Monday from 7 – 9 p.m.
Level adjusted to fit dancers' skills.
Non-member dancer donation: $5.
Graduates of Capital Twirlers Square Dance club. Their smiles represent pride of
making it through 18 weeks of dance sessions and still enjoying dance. Back row,
left to right: Ramon Chavez, Janet Sinnadurai, Erin Foley, Travis Maynard, Dennis
Gay, Starla Wagner, Dan Wagner. Front row, from left, Glenna Johnson, Markietta
(Kie) Butler Hill, Meri Rosenbaum, David O’Neal, and William Cason (not
pictured).
Non-dancing visitors welcome to
watch for free. Visit www.Face-
book.com/Tallahasseetwirlers, email
LibbyPenrod@comcast.net or call 850-
566-2117.
FITNESS AT THE TALLAHASSEE
SENIOR CENTER
Fitness classes are $3 (50+), $4 (oth-
ers), unless otherwise indicated. Fit-
ness cards can also be purchased -- $25
for 10 classes ($5 discount). For more
information, call Ruth Nickens, RN,
Health & Wellness Program Coordina-
tor at 850-891-4042 or Ruth.Nick-
ens@talgov.com or Henry Steele,
Health Suite Assistant at 850-891-4045
or visit our website at Talgov.com/Sen-
iors.
MINDFUL MOVEMENT, Tue., 11
a.m.-noon, is a NIA based yoga class. A
gentle, yoga-based, fitness class that
focuses on increasing energy, reducing
falls, and maintaining flexibility.
Taught by Lori Roberts, certified NIA
yoga instructor.
BRAIN-BODY-BALANCE, Mon.,
1:30-2:30 p.m. at the TSC, is an active-
aging, fall prevention program specifi-
cally created to train and reverse many
types of aging. Taught by Merisha
Johnson. Class is also taught at Opti-
mist Park, Southwood & Allegro In-
spired Living locations; see Neighbor-
hood Fitness Sites for listings.
CHAIR YOGA, Fri., 11 a.m.-noon, of-
fers a gentle yoga workout for increased
mobility, bladder control, self-esteem,
and mental focus. Taught by Bridget
Welch, certified yoga instructor.
LIFE EXERCISE, Tue. and Thu.,
9:30-10:30 a.m. & Wed., 8:30 – 9:30 a.m.
is a very popular and dynamic workout
consisting of aerobics, light weights,
stretching, strengthening and balance
exercises. This workout is suitable for
everyone and you can participate seat-
ed. Taught by Pomeroy Brinkley.
TAI CHI: Wed. and Fri. 10-11 a.m. In-
structor provided by the Taoist Tai Chi
Society. $2
ZUMBA® GOLD: Thu., 5:30-6:30
p.m., Taught by Jacqueline Parra. $5
(50+) $7 others.
YOGA: Mon. and Wed., 5:30-7 p.m.,
taught by certified yoga instructor
Pamela Hunter. Vigorous practice for
adults including poses, relaxation, and
mediation. Wear comfortable clothes
TALLAHASSEE.COM
and bring yoga mat (if you have one).
Fee: $10 (50+), $12 others.
NEIGHBORHOOD FITNESS SITES
Each class $3 (50+), $4 others, $5 yo-
ga
Allegro Inspired Senior Living,
4501 Shannon Lakes Dr. W.
Brain, Body, Balance with Robin
Perry, Wed., 2 - 3 p.m.
Bradfordville Fitness, Northeast
Branch Library, 5513 Thomasville Rd.
Note: Class size limited, before at-
tending your first class, call instructor
Llona at 878-1685 or Ferdouse at 766-
6001
Senior Fitness I (Beginner) with Fer-
douse: Tue. & Fri., 9:30 – 10:15 a.m.
Senior Fitness I (Beginner) with Llo-
na: Tue. & Fri., 10:30-11:15 a.m.
Senior Fitness II (Intermediate)
with Llona: Tue. & Fri., 11:30 a.m.-12:30
p.m.
Senior Fitness (Afternoon) with Llo-
na: Tue. & Fri., 1-2 p.m.
Yoga for Adults with Ferdouse:
Mon., 1:30-2:30 p.m. and Wed., 4-5 p.m.,
$5
Chaires-Capitola Dorothy C.
Spence Community Center: 4768
Chaires Cross Rd.
Senior Fitness with Judy Upchurch:
Mon., Wed. & Fri., 8:30-9:30 a.m.
Seated Fitness: Tue. & Thu., 9:30-
10:30 a.m.
Ft. Braden Community Center:
16387 Blountstown Hwy.
Senior Fitness with Wendy Barber:
Mon. & Wed., 10:30-11:30 a.m.
Lake Jackson Community Center:
3840 N. Monroe., Ste. 301
Mindful Movement with Lori Rob-
erts, Thu., 1-2 p.m.
Gentle Mat Yoga with Lori Roberts,
Wed., 2– 3 p.m. $5 requested
Miccosukee Community Center:
13887 Moccasin Gap Rd.
Senior Fitness with Judy Upchurch,
Tue. & Thu., 11:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m.
Optimist Park, 1355 Indianhead Dr.
Brain-Body-Balance with Wendy
Barber or Ferdouse Sultana, Tue. &
Thu., 10-11 a.m.
SouthWood Community Center:
4675 Grove Park Dr.
Brain-Body-Balance with Wendy
Barber, Tue., 1-2 p.m., $5 requested
Woodville Community Center:
8000 Old Woodville Rd.
Senior Fitness with Llona Geiger,
Mon. & Wed., 8:30-9:30 a.m.
SUNDAY, MARCH 8, 2020 5
HEALTH & WELLNESS PROGRAMS
The listed presentations, massage,
and classes at the Tallahassee Senior
Center are $2 unless otherwise indi-
cated. For more information on pro-
grams, registration or donations, email
Ruth.Nickens@talgov.com or call 850-
891-4042 or 891-4045.
Quit: A Smoking Cessation Work-
shop,
Mon., Apr. 6, & May 4, 2:30 - 4:30 p.m.
Attend one of these highly effective
class/support groups. The program,
designed by former smokers, is devel-
oped for people who want to become
non-smokers. Nicotine patches pro-
vided at no charge. Offered by Big Bend
AHEC. Call 224-1177 to register.
Opioid Crisis & Narcan Update
Wed., Mar. 25, 11 a.m. – noon
The emotional and financial toll of
Opioid addiction, a public health crisis,
is impossible to quantify. Discover the
causes, impacts, and some solutions to
this health crisis. Learn how NARCAN
Nasal Spray can reverse the effects of
opioid overdose and the community
programs to make it easily accessible.
No-cost NARCAN kits will be distrib-
uted to individuals who may need one.
Presented by Yolanda Candelaria, Big
Bend Area Health Education Center,
Inc. and Patrick R. Lane, Disc Village.
Parkinson’s Update
Wed., Apr. 1, 11 am – noon
April is Parkinson’s Awareness
month. Join us for a presentation on
6 SUNDAY, MARCH 8, 2020 TALLAHASSEE DEMOCRAT
UPSLIDE’s Program Counselor Nicollette Castagna and TSC Volunteer Receptionist
Frieda Travis share program information at the Expo. KARLA BRANDT
living with PD, what it means to live a
vibrant life with this or other neuro-
logical disorders. Presentation offered
by Tara Kimbason, MD, MPH. She is
Medical Director of TMH’s first and
most comprehensive Parkinson’s &
Movement Disorders Program.
Monday Morning Movies: Ethical
Eating Documentary Series
First Monday, Apr. 6, May 4 & Jun. 1,
10 am – noon
ACTIVE LIVING
Ethical eating is about the choices
we make that impact our bodies,
minds, and our planet. This three-part
viewing features three documentaries
followed by a Q & A with the experts.
Popcorn and snacks served. Dates/
Films: Apr. 6 – Eating you Alive; May 4 –
Cowspiracy; and June 1 – A Prayer for
Compassion.
Everything You Need to Know
about 911
Tue., Apr. 14, 11 a.m. – noon
The presentation will cover the 911
process in Leon County, the impor-
tance of the 911 caller, what informa-
tion to know when calling 911, and al-
ternative ways for calling 911 from
smartphones (this mainly applies to
iPhone). Offered by Chris Levings, Le-
on County Division of Emergency
Management
Shave and a Haircut: The Barbers
are Coming!
Thu., Mar. 26 & Apr. 23, 10 a.m. –
noon
Lively Barber School brings stu-
dents to make you feel like a million
bucks. Haircuts and shaves for men
and simple trims for women. Dona-
tions appreciated.
Podiatry Screening & Foot Care
Thu., Apr. 16, 12:30 – 2:30 p.m.
Dr. Gary McCoy, Podiatrist & foot
specialist cuts toenails and assesses
and treats foot problems. Doctor ac-
See HEALTH, Page 7
UPSLIDE: A Program
that Addresses
Loneliness, Isolation
and Depression
Do you have a friend or neighbor
who is lonely? Would you like to
become more socially connected?
Help is available. UPSLIDE serves
people age 50 and older by of-
fering individual counseling, chat
groups, trips, outings, and sup-
port to become socially engaged.
Transportation assistance is
available for people who want to
participate in UPSLIDE programs
but do not have their own trans-
portation. Email
Melanie.Lachman@talgov.com or
call 850-891-4066 for more in-
formation/assistance/individual
counseling.
UPSLIDE Friends Connection
Chat Groups:
Meet new people, share ideas,
engage in meaningful conversa-
tion, and have fun!
Tallahassee Senior Center (1400
N. Monroe St.) Mondays, 3 – 4:30
p.m. OR Thursdays, 1 – 2:30 p.m.,
both groups meet in Conf. Rm. 3A
Lincoln Neighborhood Center:
(438 W. Brevard St.): 3rd Wednes-
day of the Month, 12:30 – 1:30
p.m.
Miccosukee Community
Center:13887 Moccasin Gap Rd.,
2nd Tuesday of the month, 12:30
- 1:30 p.m.; light lunch provided.
Services are provided at no cost
to participants, but donations
accepted. UPSLIDE is sponsored
by the Florida Blue Foundation
and the Tallahassee Senior Center
Foundation.
OUTREACH PROGRAMS
SOUTHSIDE SENIOR SERVICES &
OUTREACH
WELLNESS CIRCLES
Join neighbors, make new friends
and discuss important health topics at
these once-a-month gatherings. Light
refreshments, incentives, and health
screenings are available. $2 donation.
For more information, e-mail
Wendy.Barber@talgov.com or call 850-
891-4052.
Jack McLean Community Center,
700 Paul Russell Road, (850) 891-
2505
Wellness Circles: Held on the 2nd
Tue. of each month, 11 a.m. – noon.
Mar. 10: Elder Care Services is the
leading provider of community-based
senior care. For 50 years, they have been
improving the quality of life for seniors
and their caregivers. Join Jocelyn Fliger,
President and CEO, as she explains the
services Elder Care offers. She will also
discuss the relationship of social isola-
tion and loneliness to the health status
and quality of life for older adults.
Apr. 14: The TMH Memory Disorder
Clinic is funded through a grant from
the State Department of Elder Affairs as
part of the state’s Alzheimer’s Disease
Initiative Program. Medical attention
might be necessary if you or someone
you know is experiencing increased for-
getfulness, personality or behavioral
changes, problems with speech, reading
or writing skills, or problems complet-
ing activities of daily living (ADL). Join
the clinic coordinator, Vicky Rose as she
Health
Continued from Page 6
cepts Medicare, Medicaid, and sec-
ondary insurance, which may cover
costs for this.
HEALTH SCREENINGS
Tallahassee Senior Center Health
Suite, unless otherwise noted.
Blood Pressure, Wed. & Thu., 10
a.m. – noon
Glucose, Every Wed., 10 a.m. –
noon
Pulse Oximetry, Thu., Apr. 2 &
May 7, 10 a.m. – noon
Friends for decades, Dan Kelly and
Sylvester Shields share a laugh
together at the Fort Braden Lunch &
Learn.
discusses changes in memory and
memory tips.
Jake Gaither Community Center,
801 Bragg Dr., 850-891-3940
Wellness Circles: Held on the 3rd
Wed. of each month, 11 a.m. – noon.
See OUTREACH, Page 13
Hearing, Wed., Apr. 8, 10 a.m. –
noon
MASSAGE, MEDITATION, AND
REIKI
Reiki, Every Tue., 10:30 a.m. -
noon, Susie Howell, Reiki Master,
and Friends
Meditation and Mindfulness
Guidelines, Tue., Apr. 7 & May 5,
10:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Offered one Tuesday each Month
in conjunction with Reiki, these en-
counters introduce you to the secrets
of the timeless art of meditation. Feel
calmer, more focused and balanced.
Taught by Leslie Hanks, Yoga Unlim-
ited.
Massage, Tue. Mar. 24, 10 a.m. -
noon, Norma Reesor, LMT.
LUNCH & LEARNS – SAVE THE DATE!
Lunch & Learns (L&L) offer lively and engaging programs for adults 50+. All Lunch
& Learns are 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Each L&L includes exhibitors, health screen-
ings, and lunch, $6. These events are a program of the Tallahassee Senior Center
& Foundation, funded by the Leon County Board of County Commissioners. For
information on Leon County Senior Outreach events, field trips, outdoor pursuits,
and classes, e-mail Susan.Davis@talgov.com or call 850-891-4065. Additionally,
LifeLong Learning classes (pg. 2), fitness classes (pg. 5), Friends Connection /
UPSLIDE (pg. 6), and art workshops (pg. 16) are offered at multiple locations.
Bradfordville: New location: Red Hills Village Retirement Resort at 5103
Cold Harbour Dr. (off Ox Bottom Rd)
Lunch & Learns Mar. 11 & Apr. 8
Chaires-Capitola, Dorothy C. Spence Community Center,
4768 Chaires Crossroad
Lunch & Learns: Mar. 24 & Apr. 28
Fort Braden, Fort Braden Community Center, 16387
Blountstown Hwy.
Lunch & Learns: Mar. 17 & Apr. 21
Lake Jackson, Lake Jackson Community Center, 3840 North Monroe St., Ste.
301
Lunch & Learns: Mar. 19 (moved to Fellowship Baptist Church, 3705 N. Monroe),
and Apr. 16
Canasta, Cards and Games: Tuesdays, 1-4 p.m., $1 per class
Miccosukee, Miccosukee Community Center, 13887 Moccasin Gap Rd.
Lunch & Learns: Apr. 2 & May 7 (Field Trip)
Bus Trip to Walmart: Apr. 3 & May 1, 10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Friends Connection: Mar. 10, Apr. 14, 12:30 – 1:30 p.m. Light lunch provided.
Woodville, Woodville Community Center, 8000 Old Woodville Rd.
Lunch & Learns: Mar. 12 (Field Trip) & Apr. 9
Mental Health Awareness:
Childhood Trauma: Impact Throughout one’s Lifetime
Tue., April 28, 6 – 8 p.m., TSC Auditorium, 1400 N. Monroe St.
In recognition of Trauma Awareness Month, this program presents information
about an important issue that is common among many. Keynote speaker Dr.
Mimi Graham, Director FSU Center for Prevention & Early Intervention Policy,
will discuss the research, physical and societal factors that play a role, symp-
toms, the most current treatment options, local resources, and more. Expert
panelists Q & A session follows. Numerous exhibitors (local agencies, organiza-
tions, and mental health providers) will provide info and resources. Offered in
partnership with UPSLIDE and Capital Regional Medical Center. Program is
relevant to professionals, families, caregivers, scholars, and the community at
large; CEUs available. Dinner served. Door Prizes. To rsvp or for more informa-
tion, email Ruth.Nickens@talgov.com or call 891-4042. $5 requested donation
for dinner.
TALLAHASSEE.COM SUNDAY, MARCH 8, 2020 7
 Martha Hawkins (pink shirt) celebrates a winning throw!

Gaither Center comes alive

during Bag Toss games
Nick Gandy

The game of Bag Toss, related to the

game played at football tailgate parties,
is indeed a favorite among party goers.
On Monday, March 9, Bag Toss, a
2020 Capital City Senior Games event,
become a seriously fun competition at
the Jake Gaither Community Center!
Martha Hawkins will be looking to re-
peat her 2019 gold medal win in the 75-
79 age group. While she’s on a mission,
she’s resolved to have a good time while
achieving this goal.
During the 2019 Capital City Senior
Games Bag Toss event, amid the sound
of the bags thumping onto the boards,
there were shouts of joy when players
hit the hole, and plenty of high fives and
encouraging words.
The 2019 competition, held at Jake
Gaither Community Center, featured 28
women and six men lining up to throw
the four-inch square bag 20 feet, or Martha Hawkins demonstrates her
more, into a six-inch hole. To win her winning bag toss technique! KARLA
age group gold medal, Hawkins had BRANDT
matches against a field of five other
players throughout the day.
The pace of the Bag Toss event, with and catching up when players aren’t on
players in matches against several dif- the court,” said Brian Smatt, who has di-
ferent players throughout the morning rected the Bag Toss competition for the
and afternoon, leads to a lot of time for last few years. “The ladies who are play-
socializing and camaraderie.
“You hear a lot of laughing, joking See GAMES, Page 9

8 SUNDAY, MARCH 8, 2020 TALLAHASSEE DEMOCRAT ACTIVE LIVING

TALL Class 12 engages with community
Tallahassee Active LifeLong Leaders
(TALL) is an 8-week program that spans
mid-January thru early-March for individ-
uals age 50+, provided in partnership with
the Greater Tallahassee Chamber of Com-
merce, Leadership Tallahassee Program and
sponsored by
AARP. Applica-
tions to the pro-
gram are gener-
ally accepted in
early December.
Acceptance to
the program is
competitive. Mark Mustian (LT5), Founder of Word of South introduces
Class 12 par- Amanda Stringer (LT 29), CEO of the Tallahassee
Mark Tancig, ticipants come Symphony.
Residential/ from a variety of
Commercial backgrounds Phil Croton, Shakespeare Man, Southern Shakespeare Co.
Horticulture Extension and professions. entertains TALL Class 12 on Arts & Culture Day with the
Agent 1, UF/IFAS Leon This diverse help of Judee Light, Laura Ruane, Carol West. DON RUANE
County Extension group of indi-
presents solar as part viduals bring
of building green. their unique
perspectives to
interactive activities and exercises as they
meet with local professionals and leaders in
the for-profit and non-profit sectors, in: the
arts & culture; human services; environ-
ment & sustainability; health & wellness;
public safety; and business & economic de-
velopment. Thanks to all the local commu-
nity leaders who generously shared their
time and insight. A graduation ceremony for
TALL Class 12 will be held on Tue., Mar. 10
from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m., in the TSC auditori- Brian Wiebler, Red Hills Outreach & Education Coordinator,
um. For more information on the program, Tall Timbers Research Station explains why we burn in
the next TALL open house, and application Virginia Dailey (LT25) presents on the Children’s Services coordination with Lane Green (LT 5), retired Executive
opportunity, email Hella.Spellman@tal- Council; seated are Barbara Boone, Jocelyn Fliger (LT35), Director, Tall Timbers Research Station & Land
gov.com or call 850-891-4007. and Lisa Bretz (LT36). Conservancy.

Games in the Games. “When I play, I’m having

Continued from Page 8
ing know each other from other pro-
grams at the Gaither Community Center
and around town. This gives them a few
hours socialize and compete.”
The Capital City Senior Games gives
Hawkins a chance to spend time with
friends from programs at the Tallahassee
and Woodville Senior Centers. “I have so
much fun being with others and the fel-
lowship,” Hawkins said of her experience
fun.”
She admits to practicing every now
and then and will increase her schedule
leading up to the 2020 Capital City Sen-
ior Games, but she’s been throwing bags
into the six-inch hole with her children
for many years. The 2020 Games will be
her sixth entry into the Bag Toss compe-
tition at the Gaither Gym.
“I try to focus and not just go up there
and throw,” Hawkins said. “When the
bag leaves your hand it’s hard to tell if it’s
going to be a good shot. But you sure
know when it’s going to be a bad shot.”
Hawkins, who has lived in Tallahas-
see for 31 years, calls herself a regular at
the Jake Gaither Community Center, at-
tending different exercise classes four
times a week and other learning oppor-
tunities. She participates in dance, aero-
bics and kick boxing classes.
The Gaither Community Center may
be her home court and familiar sur-
roundings, but that doesn’t hold her back
from venturing out into other venues.
“If it was played somewhere else, I
would be there,” Hawkins said of the Bag
Toss event.
In the 2020 Capital City Senior
Games, Hawkins will expand her reper-
toire into Track and Field, the one-mile
walk, and Horseshoes. “People have
been telling me I need to do more things,”
she said. “This year, I will.”
While staying active is a key compo-
nent in the Capital City Senior Games,
the sports and events brings together
athletes age 50 and over for an opportu-
nity to compare skills while encouraging
others and sharing their stories on the
field of play.
For more information on the Capital
City Senior Games, visit www.Tal-
gov.com/SeniorGames.

TALLAHASSEE.COM SUNDAY, MARCH 8, 2020 9

Expo Sponsor Medical Marijuana Treatment
Clinics of Fl’s Nina Davis is an active member of
the TSCF Board.
Sponsor YourLife Senior Living’s Cristal Baer,
Director of Community Relations is one of
many friendly faces at the expo!
10 SUNDAY, MARCH 8, 2020 TALLAHASSEE DEMOCRAT
Zilpah Boyd visits with Expo Sponsor Caring Connection’s Jennifer Cross.
One stop shoppi
O
ver 600 people did their one-stop resource
shopping at the Active Living Expo! The
two-day exhibition featured 100 community
agencies, businesses, and other local re-
sources to help adults age 50+ stay well, independent
and active. In the downstairs area of the Senior Cen-
ter, attendees were able to explore civic engagement,
volunteerism and entrepreneurship. Thanks to Pre-
senting Sponsor Tallahassee Memorial Healthcare,
Ruby Sponsor Care Point Health & Wellness, City of
Tallahassee, AARP Florida, www.TallahasseeSenior
Foundation.org, and other generous sponsors (see pg.
19), volunteers, and participants! Enjoy the photos!
Like us on Facebook (Facebook.com/Tallahassee From left: Wellness Medical Spa’s Arasi
SeniorCenter) to view additional fun photos. Photo Thangavelu and Mariah Slaughter, and Expo Sponsor Eye Assoc
credits: Karla Brandt Angel of HarborChase. chats with Ron Goldstein
ACTIVE LIVING
 Expo Sponsor McDonnell Hearing Solutions Brenda McDonnell, Owner LifeLong Learning participant Ben Girtman seeks information from
and Vibhu Grover, Extern, chat with Werner Sachs. Advantage Aging Solutions Stacy Mowry.

ing
LifeLong Learning Sponsor Canterfield’s Sarah
Close visits with TSC Volunteer Noreen Beattie.

From right: Jennifer Rupert, Rupert &

ciates’ Rachel Crow Expo Sponsor Tapestry Senior Living Walden’s Michael Newell shares a laugh with Kristy Carter, Associates, Merrill Lynch Wealth Management,
n. Expo Coordinator. and Cindy Martin, Client Associate.

TALLAHASSEE.COM SUNDAY, MARCH 8, 2020 11

TRAVEL TOURS AND FIELD TRIPS
Tours are open to all travelers and
benefit the Tallahassee Senior Founda-
tion. Email Kristy.Carter@talgov.com or
call (850) 891-4008 for more informa-
tion or visit www.funseas.com/tsc.
Travel partners include: Holiday,
Cruises & Tours & Collette. Book early to
reserve your spot. Mention that you
heard about travel opportunities
through the Senior Center and travel
partner, Holiday, Cruises & Tours, will
make a donation back to the center. The
Senior Center requests that you com-
plete a participation form prior to taking
a tour. NOTE: additional trips may be
added as opportunities arise.
SAVANNAH, JEKYLL ISLAND &
CHARLESTON, SC, May 4-6, 2020
GREEK ISLES CRUISE, May 15 – 24,
2020
MEMPHIS – HOME OF THE BLUES,
June, 22-27, 2020
SOUTH AFRICA, Sept. 16 – 24, 2020
BRANSON HOLIDAY SHOW EX-
TRAVAGANZA, Nov. 8 – 14, 2020
LIFELONG LEARNING FIELD TRIPS
(Cont. from Pg. 2)
For more information or to register,
call 850-891-4033, email Maureen.Ha-
berfeld@talgov.com, or stop by the TSC.
Wildlife Conservation Center, Fri.,
Apr. 10, 9 a.m. – noon.
The Wildlife Conservation Center is a
volunteer-run, non-profit dedicated to
wildlife conservation and education.
Enjoy a guided tour of their facility in
Jefferson County, FL. Meet and learn
about the animals in their facility which
include critically endangered black and
white ruffled lemurs, a kangaroo, and an
assortment of reptiles and beautiful
birds. Closed toe shoes are required.
$20 fee includes tour and transporta-
tion from TSC. Limited space available.
Must be able to walk unaided.
The Apalachee: Tallahassee’s In-
digenous People, Mondays, Apr. 13,
20, 27, and May 4, 10 – 11:30 a.m., NE
Branch Library (5513 Thomasville
Rd.)
Instructor Matt Smith from Mission
San Luis delves into the history of the
Apalachee, the Native Americans who
lived in the area around modern-day
Tallahassee. This class will explore the
rich culture of the Apalachee, from their
traditional diet to their society’s struc-
12 SUNDAY, MARCH 8, 2020 TALLAHASSEE DEMOCRAT
ture. Learn about how the Apalachee’s
complex relationships with other Indig-
enous Peoples and European nations LifeLong
shaped their history and the history of Learning
the Tallahassee area. $5 donation per attendee
class (50+) / $7 others rings the
A Lady with a Past Vintage Tea in Good
Monticello, Thu., Apr. 16 Shepherd
Transportation from the TSC, meet Episcopal
at 10:45 am. OR if driving, meet at 215 E. School bell on
Washington St. Monticello at 11:30 am. a recent
Enjoy the perfect cup of tea along with African
finger sandwiches, and other assorted American
delicacies in this elegant, French in- History Tour
spired tea room in Monticello. Browsing of
vintage clothing in local antique stores Thomasville,
in historic Monticello. Fee $29. Limited Georgia
transportation from the TSC.
Beautiful Questions, Insightful
Answers, Thu., Apr. 23, 1:30 – 3 p.m.
TSC
FSU Art Professor Emerita Mary
Stewart will deliver a playful lecture/
demonstration that will introduce six
distinctive types of questions that can
be used to improve all kinds of decision-
making. Mixing lecture with audience
participation, class will explore applica-
tion of these types of questions to a
wide variety of situations. Case histor-
ies will be used throughout to provide
examples of risk-taking and personal
transformation. $5 donation per class
SPECIAL EVENTS AT THE STAMP & COVER SHOW
(50+) / $7 others TALLAHASSEE SENIOR Do you enjoy stamp or coin collect-
Historic Capitol Voices and Votes,
and Rightfully Hers, Tue., Apr. 28,
CENTER ing? Do you have stamps or coins
you’d like to buy, sell or trade? Join
9:30 a.m. – noon. AARP TAX AIDE
us!
Get a guided tour of the newest ex-
Mon.-Fri. Feb. 3 – April 15 12:30-4:30
hibits at the museum honoring the Sat. (10 a.m.-5 p.m.) & Sun. (10
p.m.
100th anniversary of the passage of the a.m.-3 p.m.) April 4 & 5
19th amendment giving women the AARP offers free tax preparation help
Admission and parking is free. For
right to vote. Transportation from TSC. to anyone, with special attention to
more information, email Hemanth V.
$5 (50+)/ $7 others older, low-income taxpayers. To
Setty at hemanth.vasan-
Ocheesee Creamery and Torreya schedule an appointment, call (850)
thaiah@gmail.com.
State Park, Fri, May 1, 9:15 a.m. – 4:30 891-4030 and leave a message.
p.m.
Tour this third-generation family-
owned farm in Calhoun County. Meet
“the girls,” the farm’s grass-fed, Jersey their store for dairy products and taste lachicola River. Enjoy a picnic lunch at
cows, the breed known for producing delicious ice cream. Later, visit Torreya the park. Fee $32, includes transporta-
milk with a creamy, silky smooth tex- State park and tour the 1849 historic tion from TSC, admission fees, picnic
ture and high protein content. Shop in Gregory House. that overlooks the Apa- lunch and ice cream at the dairy.
ACTIVE LIVING
From griever to hospice house greeter
Windy Taylor
Big Bend Hospice Volunteer
My mother did not want to die in a
hospital. Long before she was diag-
nosed with the brain tumor that would
end her life, she told me that she did not
want loud machines and did not want
Grandparents as
Parents: Remember
these Dates
GaP Support Lunch, Wed., Mar. 25 &
Apr. 29, 12 – 1:30 p.m., Leon County
Public Library, 200 W. Park Ave, Pro-
gram Room A. Complimentary lunch
provided for grandparents and other
relative caregivers. Reservations are
required.
GaP Evening Support Group, Mon,
Mar. 9 & Apr. 13, 6 – 7:30 p.m., Sue
McCollum Community Center in
Lafayette Park, 501 Ingleside Ave.
Join other grandparents raising their
grandchildren to discuss your
unique situation and then share
dinner with other grand-families.
Reservations are required for all
attending.
GaP Expo, Mon., Apr. 13, 9 a.m. - 1
p.m., TSC Auditorium, 1400 N. Monroe
St.
Outreach
Continued from Page 7
Mar. 18: Elder Care Services (see de-
scription above).
Apr. 15: TMH Memory Disorder Clin-
ic (see description above).
HEALTHY FOR LIFE CLASSES
Jake Gaither Community Center,
801 Bragg Dr., 850-891-3940
Thursdays, Mar. 12, 19, and 26, 11 a.m.
– 1 p.m.
This 8-week series of dynamic and
interactive classes will continue with
“Staying Fit as You Age,” “Healthful Eat-
life-prolonging heroics. She wanted to
leave this life with as much peace and
dignity as possible.
When her cancer came back, and her
chance for a cure dwindled to zero, I
made the decision to call Big Bend Hos-
pice. We didn’t know if she would have
six weeks or six months, but we wanted
Ida Smith and Bobbie Roberts find
friendship and respite at a recent
GaP event.
To reserve your space or for more
information, email Karen.Boebin-
ger@talgov.com or call 850-891-4027.
ing,” and “Modern Animal Agriculture.”
Jack McLean Community Center,
700 Paul Russell Rd., 850-891-2505
Thursdays, Apr. 16, 23, 30 and May 7,
11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
The final series of Healthy for Life
classes will begin with “Community Re-
sources,” “Family Nutrition,” “Legal
Health,” and “Healthful Eating.”
The suggested donation is $2 per
class meeting. Health screenings,
snack, lunch, and incentives will be pro-
vided at each class meeting. Space is
limited; must be registered to attend.
For more information or to register,
email Wendy.Barber@talgov.com or call
850-891-4052.
her remaining time to be filled with as
many good days as possible.
From the day we met our care team,
they treated all of us with compassion
and kindness. They helped me give my
mother the death she wanted, on her
own terms. When she passed away, she
was surrounded by family and it was
peacefully quiet.
After her death, I knew I wanted to be
part of the wonderful organization that
has enabled so many people to leave this
life with the same compassion and
kindness my mother experienced. I
completed my volunteer training exact-
ly one year after her passing and have
been serving as a hospice house greeter
ever since.
I have been deeply impressed with
everyone who works with Big Bend Hos-
pice. Each one is cheerful, joy-filled, and
committed to their mission. I have
watched them interact with countless
families who are navigating their own
unique journeys at the end of life. They
patiently answer questions, pass out
tissues, procure extra blankets, and
work to make the hospice house feel like
a home, rather than a facility.
I look forward to my Tuesday shifts at
the greeter desk. I enjoy meeting fam-
ilies, catching up with the staff and oth-
er volunteers, and petting the therapy
TALLAHASSEE.COM
I knew I wanted to be part of
the wonderful organization
that has enabled so many
people to leave this life with
the same compassion and
kindness my mother
experienced. I completed my
volunteer training exactly one
year after her passing and have
been serving as a hospice
house greeter ever since.
animals who visit. I feel, selfishly, that
the experience benefits me far more
than I am benefitting others. It is my
hope that I can make someone else’s
grief journey a little easier to navigate.
Windy Taylor is the author of Eulo-
gies for My Mother, a memoir of her time
as a caregiver. There are many ways to
volunteer at Big Bend Hospice. Check
out how you can help positively impact
the way our community experiences se-
rious illness and grief at our website
www.bigbendhospice.org/volunteer or
by contact the volunteer department
manager Katie Mandell @ kcman-
dell@bigbenghospice.org or 850-878-
5310
SUNDAY, MARCH 8, 2020 13

Elder Care Services
celebrates 50 years
Christopher Mahon
Elder Care Services
Elder Care Services is hitting an ag-
ing milestone this year – the 50th anni-
versary of when it opened the doors to
serve local seniors. It is proud to start
this new decade paying homage to its
legacy of improving the quality of life for
seniors in Leon County while looking
ahead to a robust future. They are high-
lighting this exciting anniversary by
showcasing a special 50 Years of Com-
passionate Care logo.
Since being founded by the Senior
Services Planning Council in 1970, pro-
viding compassionate care has been a
cornerstone of the mission. Starting
with a nutrition services program, their
direct interactions with area seniors
highlighted the depth of needs in our
community. Over the years they ex-
panded to meet those needs and now
have 5 integrated programs collaborat-
ing together, allowing them to support
frail seniors in a comforting environ-
ment while fostering their independ-
ence, and providing active seniors a way
to stay engaged and serve other seniors
and at-risk populations.
Growing older is often not an easy
feat, but agencies like Elder Care Ser-
vices exist to help those that find them-
selves in suddenly different circum-
stances or needing more assistance.
These efforts could not be accomplished
without the thousands of Elder Care
employees, generous donors, and hard-
working volunteers that have been serv-
ing seniors over the last five decades.
You can join them throughout the year
in thanking all these special community
members and celebrating the seniors
that have defined 50 years of care.
Elder Care Services, Inc. is a private
non-profit corporation, dedicated to im-
proving the quality of life for seniors in
Leon and the surrounding counties, al-
lowing them to remain at home with
dignity. For more information, visit
www.ecsbigbend.org or follow us on
Facebook at www.facebook.com/elder
caretally.
14 SUNDAY, MARCH 8, 2020 TALLAHASSEE DEMOCRAT
Find your ‘Third Act’ at Domi Station
Antonio Montoya and Rick Minor
According to AARP, there are 108.7 mil-
lion folks age 50-plus in the United
States. This includes 76.4 million baby
boomers (born 1946-64). This segment of
the population will continue to grow over
the next decade to the tune of 19 million.
Many of these individuals are highly ac-
tive and are seeking a ‘third act’ to main-
tain engagement with their communities.
In fact, 65% of baby boomers are plan-
ning to work past the age of 65, and 45%
of them consider themselves to be entre-
preneurs.
Communities like ours would do well
to tap into the talent and wisdom of these
seasoned professionals. With this in
mind, Tallahassee’s startup incubator
space, Domi Station, has launched its
Third Act initiative in which ‘empty nest-
ers’, retirees, and other experienced pro-
fessionals who are 50-plus can collabo-
rate on entrepreneurial projects – includ-
ing their own startups and/or mentoring
other entrepreneurs.
Third Act bridges the generational di-
vide by fostering collaboration across
Purple Craze supports Alzheimer’s Project
Debbie Moroney
CEO of Alzheimer’s Project, Inc.
It’s time to put on purple for the Alz-
heimer’s Project’s eight annual Purple
Craze Party on Saturday, April 25, at The
Moon.
Purple Craze will feature the Michael
Miller Band, a country rock band bringing
a rock sound with a little twang to country
music. The Suwannee Music Hall says,
“this is the best country band we have
heard in 20 years!”
In addition to great music, you’ll taste
some delicious food. The signature dish-
es from the area’s leading senior resi-
dences will be presented at the Battle of
the Chef ’s, a big hit at last year’s Purple
Craze. You’ll also have an opportunity to
bid on vacations, art, and other interest-
ing items at both a silent and a bidding
auction. Don’t be surprised to see plenty
of crazy outfits in the competition for the
Best Purple Costume!
The best thing about Purple Craze is
ACTIVE LIVING
generations – applying the business acu-
men of baby boomers and Gen Xers to the
Digital Age innovations of millennials and
Gen Zers.
Domi Station, in partnership with Le-
on County and with the support of the
Tallahassee Senior Center, is seeking in-
dividuals that wish to pursue their Third
Act. Each individual's Third Act is differ-
ent, with a wide range of opportunities
that include:
Joining existing startup teams or
finding partners for their own startup pro-
jects
Growing their startup business
through Domi Station’s incubator proc-
ess, receiving guidance, accountability,
and access to local and regional resources
through dedicated mentors and advanced
entrepreneur development programming
Seeking mentorship from each other
as well as from Domi Station’s existing
entrepreneurial network
Providing mentorship to existing
project teams at Domi Station. Many of
Tallahassee’s retirees have extensive
business experience that could benefit
other projects,
Having a great time for a wonderful
cause at the Purple Craze Party.
that you’ll be supporting the Alzheimer’s
Project, a nonprofit organization founded
on the principle of local citizens helping
local people in need. Tickets to Purple
Craze are $35. To purchase your tickets,
Leveraging the experience and re-
sources of Florida AARP, the Tallahassee
Senior Center, and other partners to assist
Third Act participants in forging produc-
tive cross-generational ties, and
Participating in customized educa-
tional modules that will bring them up-to-
speed on digital-age entrepreneurship
strategies, help them build their business
step by step, and validate their startup
ideas.
Third Act fosters an inclusive environ-
ment in which all Tallahasseeans, can col-
laborate with each other on various pro-
jects that they identify and cultivate. In
addition, it encourages more mentoring
relationship opportunities with Tallahas-
see’s younger entrepreneurs. By sharing
their expertise, Third Act participants can
provide a significant contribution toward
the success of others.
For more information about Third
Act and Domi Station, contact Antonio
Montoya, Domi Station’s Executive Di-
rector, at (850) 391-8758 or thir-
dact@domistation.org. Rick Minor is
the Leon County Commissioner for Dis-
trict 3.
call Tyeshia at 386-2778 or go to www.
Alzheimersproject.org.
Volunteer Training: One of the Pro-
ject’s most important services is the So-
cial Club Respite Program. Offered on a
weekly basis at churches and other loca-
tions, the Social Club provides engage-
ment activities such as arts and crafts,
music therapy, pet therapy, and games for
people living with dementia.
The Alzheimer’s Project needs volun-
teers to help with the Day Respite Social
Club. This is a vital, rewarding volunteer
opportunity. Volunteer training will be
conducted on Friday, April 3rd at St.
Paul’s United Methodist Church. For
more information call Mindy at 850-386-
2778.
Caregiver Support Groups are another
one of the vital services provided by the
Alzheimer’s Project. Caregiver Support
Groups meet the Tuesday’s and the 2nd
and 4th Friday in Tallahassee. For times
and locations go to Alzheimersproject.org
or call 386-2778.
Stay connected with OLLI
Fran Conaway
OLLI at FSU
“OLLI is a wonderful way to stay con-
nected with the world.” “OLLI brings me
great joy. I love going to classes, seeing
smart people my age, getting challenged
mentally and having a great group of
friends I have made there.” “The educa-
tional experience with OLLI is simply
powerful.” “All in all, OLLI at FSU wins a
five-star rating.” “My first semester has
been a wonderful experience for some-
one new in the community.” “Fantastic
instructors.”
These are just a few of the positive re-
actions the Osher Lifelong Learning In-
stitute at Florida State University re-
cently recorded through its annual sur-
vey of members--students over 50 who
love to learn.
OLLI students submit testimonials
year-round supporting the organiza-
tion’s approach to lifelong learning—a
combination of challenging, no-stress
academic courses taught by university
faculty; intriguing, enriching activities;
and travel throughout the country and
the world.
In the words of member George
Waas, “OLLI has been a godsend to me. I
retired in 2010, but until I joined OLLI in
2015, I hadn't found anything that as-
sured me of remaining active and en-
gaged. I was just drifting, but when my
wife and I joined, we immediately be-
came co-chairs of the Travel Club. Since
then, I have attended numerous classes,
became a class host, and traveled to
many foreign sites.”
The only problem according to an-
other member: “Deciding which classes
to take in my allotted time because of all
of the wonderful choices.”
With over 50 courses offered during
Fall and Spring semesters, choices can
indeed be difficult. The variety and
breadth of classes mean there’s some-
thing for everyone, regardless of aca-
demic preparation or prior interests.
Members explore topics they never con-
sidered before, perhaps sparking new
passions for further study.
OLLI’s Maymester offers a sampling
of classes aimed at whetting students’
appetites for deeper learning. For more
information about OLLI, classes offered
and registration, visit olli.fsu.edu or call
850-644-7947. Registration for Maym-
ester begins April 16.
OLLI volunteers and staff get set for a
new semester.
LIFELONG OUTDOOR PURSUITS
Two Exciting Adventures!
Beach Walk at Bald Point
A Joint LifeLong Learning and
Outdoor Pursuits Program
Take a beautiful walk on the beach
at Bald Point State Park on Wed.,
March 25 with Debbie Clifford of
the Gulf Specimen Marine Lab. The
2-3 hour walk will take place at low
tide and Debbi will introduce you
to lots of sea creatures found in
the sand. Following the walk, re-
turn to the marine lab where par-
ticipants may tour the facility on
their own. Cost is $35 per person
and includes a delicious picnic
lunch. Bus leaves the TSC at 8 a.m.
(arrive by 7:45 a.m.) and returns
by 3 p.m. For those driving them-
selves, meet at the Gulf Specimen
Marine Lab (222 Clark Dr, Panacea,
FL) at 9 a.m. Bring: Water bottle,
hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, shoes
that can get wet, towel and dress
appropriately for the weather.
Join the Fun! Kayak Trip on the
beautiful Wacissa River
Wednesday, April 15
Transportation provided from the
TSC, 1400 N. Monroe St. Bus
leaves at 10 a.m. and returns by 3
p.m. In partnership with Harry
Smith Outdoors. Safety and pad-
dling instruction provided. $42 per
person (includes lunch, trans-
portation, kayaks and all equip-
ment). Bring water bottle, towel,
change of clothes, sunglasses,
sunscreen, hat and water shoes.
Registration required for both
events: 850-891-4065 or Susan.Da-
vis@talgov.com.
TALLAHASSEE.COM SUNDAY, MARCH 8, 2020 15
TALLAHASSEE SENIOR CENTER FOR THE ARTS
TSC ART EXHIBITIONS
Personal Expressions in Watercol-
or – Beautifulwatercolors, inks and
washes on display in the auditorium
through March. Art pick up is Apr. 6,
9:30-10:30 a.m. People’s Choice Awards:
Favorite Landscape/Seascape - Kay
Kuhne, River Rocks; Best Use of Color -
Mary Transou, Purple Bloom; Favorite
Floral - Joyce Raichelson, Waft of
Spring; Favorite Portrait - Mary Liz Tip-
pin-Moody, Little Mermaid Says; Over-
all Favorite - Karol D. Selvaggio, Love
You Mommie
Four Seasons – Paintings that depict
the seasons of the year are on display in
the TSC dining room gallery through
March. Paintings will be accepted
through Feb. 27; art pick-up is Mar. 30,
10 – 11 a.m.
Art Potpourri – Next exhibit in the
TSC Auditorium. This exhibition in-
cludes drawings, pen & ink, pencil,
charcoal, pastels, collage, clay, papier
mache, basketry, zentangle, calligraphy,
mixed media, fabric/art quilt (original
design – not a pattern). Art Delivery for
Art Potpourri, April 6, 9:30 – 10:30 a.m.
Art Potpourri Reception and Red Car-
pet/Membership, Apr. 14, 5:30 – 7 p.m.
WORKSHOPS
Pre-registration for these work-
shops is open – visit www.Tallahas-
seeSeniorFoundation.org
Clay Creations – Mark Fletcher, (6
weeks) Mondays, Apr. 6 – May 11, 9 a.m.
– noon, TSC Clay Studio, All skill levels.
Create in clay sculptural hand-built
functional objects. $60 (seniors 50+),
$72 (18-49)
Engage With Your Page, Mary Liz
Tippin-Moody, (6 weeks) Tuesdays,
Apr. 14 – May 19, 1-3:30 p.m., TSC Clay
Studio. Create images on paper, board
and other surfaces with a variety of
media and processes. Join in creative
experimentation with mono-printing
and collage in a supportive environ-
ment. Guidance given in drawing,
painting and mixed media processes
customized to your choice of project. For
beginners and continuing students. $60
(seniors 60+), $72 (18-49)
3-week Introduction to Zentangle,
Midori Okasako, CZT, Wednesdays,
Apr. 8, 15, and 22, 1:30 – 4:30 p.m., TSC
Clay Studio. Discover and kindle your
creative confidence through your
unique Zentangle expressions "One
16 SUNDAY, MARCH 8, 2020 TALLAHASSEE DEMOCRAT
Art and Tai Chi participant Lynn Heacock poses with the serene Blue Heron, her
artistic entry in the Personal Expressions in Watercolor Exhibit.
Stroke at a Time." Zentangle is a fun,
easy to learn, relaxing way to draw pat-
terns (tangles) inspired by our sur-
roundings. Using 8 core steps, enjoy
creating images with ink, pencil on
white paper tiles. For beginners and re-
peaters. $30(50+), $36(18-49)
4-Week Zentangle® in Blue, Midori
Okasako, CZT, Choose afternoon or
early evening, TSC Clay Studio,
Wednesdays, May 13, 20, 27 & Jun. 3.
Choose either 1:30 – 4:30 p.m. OR 6 –
8:30 p.m., TSC Clay Studio. Discover
new tangling expressions with pur-
poseful strokes and soothing soft
shades of blues, accented with gold and
white on grey paper tiles. Using 8 core
steps, refresh yourself as you seek in-
spiration from nature’s ethereal color of
water, sky and our Earth. Prerequisite:
Introductory Zentangle. $40 (Seniors
50+), $48 (18-49)
Acrylic Painting with Robin Gray, 8
ACTIVE LIVING
weeks, Thursdays, Apr. 9 – May 28, 9:30
a.m. – noon, TSC Clay Studio. Explore
the fundamentals of this medium with
practice and experimentation. Each
participant will also create their own
artwork from imagination, life, or pho-
tographs. Opportunities provided to ex-
plore collage and texture as well. De-
signed for beginners and intermediate
users of acrylic to let their creativity
loose and grow in new artistic direc-
tions. $80 (50+), $96 (18-49)
Life Stories: Mariann Kearsley, 8
weeks, Thursdays, Apr. 16 – Jun. 4, 1 – 4
p.m., TSC Clay Studio. This class calls
you to artistically tell your life story.
Mixed media. All skill levels. $80 (50+),
$96 (18-49)
Watercolor - Continuing Begin-
ners, Diane Ogorzaly, 8 weeks, Fri-
days, Apr. 10 – May 29, 1 – 3:30 p.m., TSC
Clay Studio. Develop basics with water-
color. Good for beginners & continuing
beginners. $80 (50+), $96 (18-49)
NOTE: Soft Sculpture with Linda
Hall will begin again in August!
NEIGHBORHOOD LOCATIONS
Putting the “fun” into the funda-
mentals of watercolor: Part 4, Gail
Bauman, Mondays, Mar. 16 – Apr. 20, 1 –
3:30 p.m., 6 weeks, Lake Jackson Li-
brary. In this four-part series of classes,
participants will learn basic watercolor
techniques in lively and engaging ses-
sions that include demonstrations and
hands-on applications. This is for the
true beginner. $60 (50+), $72 (18-49)
Acrylic Painting, Debbie Gaedtke,
Southwood, 8 weeks, Wednesdays,
Apr. 8 – May 27, 6 – 8 p.m., Southwood
Community Center. Learn basic paint-
ing skills and develop techniques. Be-
ginners and continuing artists. $80
(Seniors 50+), $96 (18-49)
Watercolor Intermediate, Eluster
Richardson, NE Library Bradfordville,
Thursdays, Mar. 26 – May 7, 1:30 – 4
p.m., 6 weeks. Develop skills and insight
with watercolor. Intermediate Level.
$60 (age 50+), $72 (18-49)
Painting with Oils & Acrylics, Fran
Buie, Fort Braden Community Center,
Thursdays, Apr. 9 – May 28, 2 - 4:30 p.m.
8 weeks. Learn and develop basics in
painting. Beginners and intermediates.
$80 (50+), $96 (18-49)
Spring Coiled Basketry, Leslie Co-
hen, Chaires Community Center,
Wednesdays, Mar. 25 – Apr. 9, 1 – 3:30
p.m., 3 weeks $30 (50+), $36 (18-49
Weekly On-Going Studio Classes
On-going studio classes meet on a
weekly basis and do not require pre-
registration. Pay the days you attend.
Instructors work with individual stu-
dents, and students assist and critique
one another in a rewarding, collabora-
tive environment. It is recommended
that you visit the class and talk with the
instructor before joining the class; the
instructor will provide you with a supply
list. Studio Artists have the opportunity
to exhibit work in the center’s gallery
spaces. All classes are located at the
Senior Center Art Studio unless other-
wise noted. $10 per class Seniors (age
50+), $12 Others (age 18-49). Or buy an
art card that gives you eight classes for
the price of seven. Call 850-891-4016 or
email jennifer.haskins@talgov.com for
more information.
Honor an Out of this World Gena Varn with a Galaxy Star
Audrey Byrne
Recently retired Tallahassee native
Gena Varn had a plaque, given to her by
her mother, that hung in her office and
read, “Volunteers are unpaid not be-
cause they are worthless, but because
they are priceless.” Varn said, “I am a
huge believer in loving and admiring
our wonderful volunteers.... without
them we’d be lost!”
For 131⁄2 years, Gena made everyone
who came through the Tallahassee
Senior Center (TSC) door feel wel-
comed and appreciated in her position
as Volunteer & Participant Coordinator.
Said Gena of her experience at the
TSC, “I was initially surprised that I
would enjoy the seniors as much as I
did because I had been a middle school
teacher and enjoyed students’ youth
and enthusiasm. At the TSC, I loved
discovering what seniors had done be-
fore retirement and admired their en-
thusiasm for learning new things. It
has been wonderful being a part of so
many fun activities, field trips, and
events.”
“Since retiring,” Gena continued, “I For 13-1/2
love having time to read the Bible and years, Gena
spend more time with my sweetheart made everyone
of 44 years, as well as enjoy my 4 won- who came
derful children, and 9 beautiful grand- through the
children (between the ages of 3 and 8).” Tallahassee
“Beyond the Bible and my family, I Senior Center
am looking forward to enrolling in door feel
some fantastic classes at the TSC.” welcomed and
Through the years, Gena has been an appreciated in
active art participant and has taken her position as
classes in acrylic, oil, watercolor paint- Volunteer &
ing and art workshops such as mosaics Participant
and Zentangle. This talented and Coordinator. To
friendly woman has even had her work donate toward
displayed several times in TSC exhib- a Galaxy Star
its. honoring Gena
If you’d like to honor Gena Varn, the Varn, email
Senior Center has a Galaxy Star Wall to Lisa.Dollar
honor special people like her. Stars are Covert@talgov
displayed year-round in the central .com or call
hallway of the Tallahassee Senior Cen- 850-891-4003.
ter and all proceeds go to Tallahassee
Senior Foundation to support pro-
grams and services. To donate toward a
Galaxy Star honoring Gena Varn, email
Lisa.DollarCovert@talgov.com or call
850-891-4003.
TALLAHASSEE.COM SUNDAY, MARCH 8, 2020 17
SENIOR END OF LIFE RESOURCES
Well under 40% of U.S. adults have
created a living will (or similar docu-
ment). That means that 60% are rolling
the dice on who will be making deci-
sions for us at the end of our lives. A liv-
ing will is a written, legally binding doc-
ument that informs your doctors about
your preferences for medical care at the
end of life. Because these are legal doc-
uments, you may use a lawyer to help
you understand and write a living will.
However, you do not need to. With a lit-
tle research and reflection, you may
create your own living will with ease
and for no cost.
*Sources for these facts: AARP 2019
LEGAL SERVICES AND RELATED
ORGANIZATIONS
Aging with dignity, Agingwithdig-
nity.org, 850-681-2010
Five Wishes is unique among all
other living will and health agent forms
because it speaks to all of a person’s
needs: medical, personal, emotional
and spiritual. Five Wishes also helps to
guide and structure discussions with
your family and physician, making
conversations easier.
Legal Advice Hotline, 850-385-
0029
Phone Advice with not involving
criminal or traffic matters and meet the
guidelines may call the Hotline. Some
Estate and Will concerns may also be
addressed
Legal Services of North Florida,
Inc., lsnf.org/elder-law, 850-385-9007
Provides legal services to low-in-
come persons and over 60, but not
available for criminal or traffic matters.
May provide legal services with Wills,
and other simple Estate planning, and
some probate matters.
Legal Aid Foundation, legalaid-
tallahassee.org, 850-222-3292 ext.2
The Pro Bono program matches low-
income Second Circuit residents with a
Leon County civil case to volunteer at-
torneys donating full-service in civil
cases including Wills and Guardian-
ship
Lawyer Referral Service, talla-
hasseebar.org/lawyer-referral-ser-
vice, 850-222-3292 ext. 1.
For those who can pay a reasonable
fee for legal advice or representation
18 SUNDAY, MARCH 8, 2020 TALLAHASSEE DEMOCRAT
HELPLINES and HOTLINES
Abuse Hotline: 800-962-2873 or
800-96ABUSE
Area Agency on Aging, Elder Hel-
pline: 800-963-5337
Consumer Hotline: 800-435-7352
Medicare Hotline: 800-633-4227
2-1-1 Big Bend: 617-6333 or 211
and who do not have a lawyer may be
referred to a member of the LRS who is
available to give a brief consultation for
an established fee and where neces-
sary to furnish additional legal services
on a reasonable fee basis.
Tallahassee Senior Center, 850-
701-3324
Initial legal services for people age
60 and older, provided by Legal Ser-
vices of North Florida
CERTIFIED ELDER LAW ATTOR-
NEYS
Elder Law Attorneys focus on the va-
riety of legal needs of the elderly. Some
of the main areas that make up elder
law include, but are not limited to: Pro-
bate and estate planning and admini-
stration; Medicaid, disability and other
long-term planning/care issues; and,
Guardianship and conservatory.
The following law firms have Cer-
tified Elder Law Attorneys:
Heuler-Wakeman Law Group -
hwelderlaw.com, 850-421-2400
King & Wood - kingandwoodlaw-
.com, 850-580-7711
The Sketchley Law Firm, P.A. -
sketchleylaw.com, 850-894-0152
Waldoch & McConnaughhay, P.A. -
mclawgroup.com, 850-385-1246
HOSPICE CARE AND
COUNSELING/SUPPORT GROUPS
National Hospice & Palliative
Care Organization, Caringinfo.org,
800-658-8898
Provides information to the general
public about how hospices work, ad-
vance care planning and referral to lo-
cal hospices, information about Florida
and state-specific advance directives is
also available.
Big Bend Hospice, care.bigbend-
ACTIVE LIVING
hospice.org, 850-878-5310
Support and grief counseling for pa-
tients and those who have lost loved
ones. Music therapist, social workers
and chaplains are available as well as
pain management. In-home and facil-
ity
Covenant Hospice, covenantcare-
.org, 850-575-4998
Offers support groups, one-on-one
counseling and ongoing educational
programs. Chaplains, social workers
and other counselors are available as
well as pain management in home and
facility care.
Long-Term Care Planning, long-
termcare.gov
Provides information to assist tin
the planning of long-term care across a
variety of areas including medical, fi-
nancial activities of daily living and
more.
Lee’s Place, info@lee’s place.org,
850-841-7733
Lee’s Place is a nonprofit grief, loss,
and trauma therapy center providing
licensed, specially trained therapy to
children, teens, adults, and families in
need, on a sliding fee scale to ensure
everyone can get the help they need
when they need it.
Tallahassee Senior Center, 850-
891-4032
Licensed marriage and family thera-
pist is available for individual or family
counsel.
TALLAHASSEE FUNERAL HOMES,
BURIALS AND RELATED SERVICES
Abby Funeral Home and Tallahassee
Memory Gardens, 850-562-1518
Beggs-Apalachee Funeral Home,
850-942-2929
Bevis Funeral Home, 850-385-2193
Culley’s MeadowWood Funeral
Home and Cremation Timberlane,
850-893-4177
Culley’s MeadowWood Funeral
Home Riggins, 850-877-8191
Fairchild Funeral Home and Crema-
tory, 850-386-8686
Faith Funeral Home and Crematory,
850-539-4300
Independent Funeral Home, 850-
875-1529
Lifesong Funeral Home and Crema-
tion, 850-627-1111
Neptune Society Cremation, 850-
656-7024
Precious Memories Funeral Home,
850-576-4144
Strong & Jones Funeral Home, 850-
224-2139
Tallahassee National Cemetery,
850-402-8941
Young ~ Fulford Cremation & Funer-
al Services, 850-610-4444
Division of Funeral, Cemetery &
Consumer Services, myfloridac-
fo.com/division/funeral/cemetery,
850-413-3039
The state office that protects the
health, safety and welfare of the public
by licensing competent and trustwor-
thy funeral and cemetery professionals
and entities. The office conducts in-
spections/examinations and investi-
gates complaints to ensure compliance
with Chapter 497, Florida Statutes.
Social Security Administration,
ssa.gov, 866-248-2088
Provides a small, onetime lump-
sum death payment to eligible spouses
or children of individuals who were re-
ceiving social security benefits.
Spouses and/or children may be enti-
tled to monthly survivors’ benefits.
Veteran’s Administration, va.gov,
800-827-1000
Provides assistance with certain
veterans’ burial plots (VA cemeteries)
and related expenses such as flags and
headstones, including those in private
cemeteries.
Organ Donation, donatelifeflori-
da.org, 877-357-4273
Florida’s organ, tissue and eye donor
registry for those individuals wishing
to donate upon their death if the donor
has not specified his wishes on his driv-
er’s license.
Anatomical Board, anatbd.acb-
.med.ufl.edu, 800-628-2594
This state program provides donat-
ed bodies for training at universities
and colleges in Florida having medical,
osteopathic, dental, physician assis-
tant and physical therapy programs.
NOTE: This information is not all-
inclusive and does not imply indorse-
ment of any persons, offices or agencies
by Tallahassee Senior Services. For in-
formation, call 850-891-4043, email
Sandra.Stoutamire@talgov.com or vis-
it Tal.gov.com/seniors
 Be a Key
Thanks to Deck the Halls
Angel Wings Sponsor
Capital Regional Medical

Holder
Center. In photo, Lori
Swanson, TSCF
Community Relations
TALLAHASSEE SENIOR FOUNDATION and CRMC’s Kim Powell,
BOARD MEMBERS Amanda Ardery, and
Doug Carlson, President Kelli Mercer.
Join the Tallahassee Senior Founda-
Carol Thompson-Riley, tion today. Your contribution pays for pro-
Vice-President grams and enhances services. Mail or
Ajay Chadha, Treasurer drop off your annual membership contri-
bution at the Tallahassee Senior Center,
Edna Owens, Secretary 1400 N. Monroe St., Tallahassee FL 32303 Thomas & Melissa Jacoby; Carolyn John- members for contributing a combined to-
or visit TallahasseeSeniorFounda- son; Jeanne Kimball; Frances Kratt; Salle tal of $10,000 to match donations!
Scott Harrell, Immediate Past Presi-
tion.org/Membership for more informa- Kreisel; Louella Krog; Ted & Frances
dent
tion or to join online. Mack, Jr.; Charlotte Madani; Nancy Mc- ACTIVE LIVING EXPO SPONSORS
Danielle Buchanan Membership Coy-Cohen; Murray & Helen McLaughlin;
Senior Citizen (Age 50+) $30 Rosalind Parlor; Marilyn Racki; Louise Expressing thanks for your partner-
Jim Davis, CPA
Senior Couple $50 Rill; Kathy Rothman; Joe Willie Royal; ship in making Active Living Expo possi-
Nina Davis Supporter (under age 50) $40 Werner Sachs; Beverly Schacht; William ble! Your generous support makes sharing
Key Holders & Elisabeth Scott; Charlene Simpson; resources and opportunities for active ag-
Maicel Green Receive a $20 certificate if you be- Blaine & Altemese Smith; Robert DeWitt ing with our community possible!
Kaila Hardee come a keyholder or increase your key- & Meredith Smith; Patricia Thompson; Thanks to the following Expo
holder level! Joan Tolliver; Susan Trimble; Billy Tyson; Sponsors:
Jeanie Martin-Armstrong Friend $120 Ida Weinhold; Donna Wheeler; Beth Presenting Sponsor
Elda Martinko Bronze $240 White; Bill & Colleen Wiley Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare
Gold $1,020 Honorarium Donations Ruby Sponsor
Jane Parsons Silver $540 In honor of: Carrimae Marquess Care Point Health & Wellness
Meko Rice Ruby $1,500 birthday Gold Sponsors
Platinum $2,520 By: Sheila Salyer AARP
Linda Roberts Diamond $5,040 Memorial Donations Advantage Aging Solutions
Bryan Desloge, Emeritus Thank you for being a key to active In memory of: Clyde Derick Daniel Bath Fitter
aging! By: Barbara Daniel Brookdale Centre Pointe / Hermitage
AJ McMullian, Emeritus Silver Key Holders End of Year Giving Canterfield of Tallahassee
Sheila Salyer, Executive Director Earl & Beth Lines; Philip Potter; Chris Shirley Aaron; Mary Louise Bach- Caring Connections Senior Care
Smith; Michael & Hella Spellman man; Kenn Bass & Annette Pearce; Shir- Cherry Laurel
SENIOR SERVICES ADVISORY Bronze Key Holders ley Beaupied; Art Bell; Anne Bernstein; Culley's MeadowWood Funeral Homes
COUNCIL David & Rosemary Ferguson; Virginia Rose Blackburn; Adrienne Bowen; H. Curaleaf
Steve Gagne, Chair
Glass; Dorothy Johnson; Betty Osmond- Neil & Cindy Brown; Sue Bunch; Judith Eye Associates of Tallahassee
son; Edward Wynn Burgert; Arthur & Joe Ann Burgess; Dot The Grove at Canopy
E. Ann Cleare, Vice Chair Friend Key Holders Carroll; Susan Cason; Rose Chapman; E. Larry Wayne Strickland, Home Im-
Harry Ackerman; Louis Ambrose; Da- Ann Cleare; Chanta Combs; Helen Con- provements
Abi Moon, Secretary
vid & Audrey Byrne; Susan Cason; Hope ger; Elsie B. Crowell; Mary Crozier; Rich- Magnolia Place
Steve Blumsack Frazier; Ben Girtman; David Johnson; Rae ard Dozier; Rod Dugger; Judith Ehr- McDonnell Hearing Solutions
Roeder; Gloria Sanchez; Scott & LaDonna hardt; Dean Falk; Pamela Flory Smith; Medical Marijuana Treatment Clinics
Nancy Godette
Wagers Gwynne Fulkman; Ana Garcia-Queve- of Florida
Joan Keen New and Renewing Members do; Joe Ann Hansford; Clifton Hopkins; Jennifer Rupert, Wealth Management
Damon & Ann Agee; Adrienne Amiss; Laurie Hosford; John & Susan Hutchi- Advisor, Merrill Lynch
Toni Kilgore
James & Nancy Banks; Martha Billings; son; Dorothy Johnson; Ivan & Marsey Mulligan Park, Gracious Retirement
Regina McQueen Adrienne Bowen; Zilpah Boyd; Tom & Johnson; Willma Johnson; James & Bar- Living
Barbara Brandt; Darold Branson; Jane bara Jones; Joan Keen; Tadako Knight; Neptune Society
Catherine Mingledorff Brightbill; Nancy Buck; Sylvia Byrd; Deb- Thomas Knowles; Ricki Maddox; Jeffrey Pacifica Senior Living/Woodmont As-
Annie R. Rolle ra Carretta; Jim & Louise Cobbe; Sandra Mandel; Nancy Maudlin; Emoryette sisted Living
Coulter; Sandy Davis; Ginny Densmore; McDonald; Judy Quick; Annie Rolle; Right at Home
Steve Rollin Eleanor Dietrich; Jodee Dorsey; Beverly Sheila Salyer; Altamese Smith; Nancy Surterra Wellness
Jill Sandler Elliott; Michelle Estes; Anita Fertig; Cor- Spagnola; Helen Stewart; Tallahassee Tallahassee Democrat
nelius Floyd-Lucas; Cynthia Gibson; Su- Chamber Leads Group 1; Tallahassee Tapestry Senior Living Walden
Bernie Smith san Gilson; Mary Granger; Connie Duplicate Bridge; Tallahassee Duplicate Trulieve
Antonio Terracciano, Ph.D., Geriatrics Graunke; Linda M. Gray; Angela Gurr; Bridge; Judith Taps; Ben Thompkins; Verity Health Center
Sharon Hammond; Cassandra Harbin; Colette Vallee; R.D. & Linda White; John WellCare Health Plans
Edward M. Vertuno Paula Hubbard; Billie Lee Hubble; Ru- & Linda Williams Wellness Medical Spa
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