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THIS WEEK!
COVID-19: ASK THE EXPERTS PANEL
Join 3 physicians live on Zoom as they share information and answer your questions about the COVID-19 vaccine!

Questions may be emailed ahead of time
or asked during the live event.


Questions? Contact Hella Spellman
850.264.6127 or Email Hella
The
Truth + Science Around Alzheimer's

"Healthy Living for Your Brain and Body"
(2 in a series of 3)

Wednesday, February 10, 9:30 - 11:00 a.m.

Alzheimer’s is not normal aging. It’s a disease of the brain that causes problems with memory, thinking and behavior. Learn about the impact of Alzheimer’s, the difference between Alzheimer’s and dementia, Alzheimer’s disease stages and risk factors, and current research and treatments available to address some symptoms. Presented by Audrey Coachman, Alzheimer’s Association.

To register and/or for more information about the series

When we think of intelligence, we think about humans. But what about the intelligence of animals, how about plants? Do we need a brain to be intelligent? Do we even need neurons? Join Dr. Karen Glendenning for fascinating insights into intelligence.  

Thursday, February 11, 1:30 – 3:30 p.m.
$5.00
Registration Deadline, Wednesday, February 10, 12 noon
WHAT'S NEW?

Burgundy is a historical region in east-central France. Join experienced traveler and tour guide, Colette Clarke, as she leads you on a virtual journey through this beautiful area rich in history and culture and famous for food and wine.

Tuesday, February 16
10:00 - 11:30 a.m.
$5

Registration Deadline:
Monday, February 15, 12 noon
Your Membership Makes Programs Happen
Join or renew your membership in February and be entered into our prize drawings! Click here for our Membership web page
If you are currently a member and want to be entered into the drawings, simply send an email to Karin.Caster@talgov.com telling what you love about the Senior Center.

Send your loved ones a beautiful,
one-of-a-kind, handcrafted
Valentine's Day card
that is also a piece of art!

All proceeds benefit the
Tallahassee Senior Center Art Program!
HEALTH, WELL-BEING, + FITNESS
Text FLCOVID19 to 888777 to receive vaccine updates!
Questions about the new registration system?
Call 833-540-2054
VACCINE INFORMATION!

The Florida Department of Health in Leon County (DOH Leon) is included in the new statewide COVID-19 vaccine pre-registration system announced on Friday, January 30. At this time, the department is working with our community partners and finalizing plans to transition to the new appointment system.

  • Leon County residents 65 and over can sign up now by visiting myvaccine.fl.gov (Note: it may be weeks before the system is implemented and you get a vaccine appointment)
  • Those without internet access can register by calling 866-200-3856
  • For those requiring TTY access, the phone number is 833-476-1455

The changes to come will not impact individuals who have made vaccine requests through the DOH Leon COVID-19 call center or registered a vaccine request online.


Please be sure to check with your primary care physician about availability as well!
HEALTH EDUCATION
Advancing the Science: Alzheimer's and Dementia Research

Learn about the landscape of Alzheimer's and dementia science, highlights in early detection and diagnosis, the latest advances in clinical trials, treatments, and lifestyle interventions, and how you can get involved.

Wednesday, February 17
9:30 - 11:00 a.m.
For more information about each class and/or to register,
or
ON-GOING FITNESS CLASSES

Staying active is one of the most important things we can do to keep healthy and age successfully. While we can't be together in person, we encourage to join us for a variety of virtual fitness classes, offered 3 ways for your viewing convenience:

HEALTH + WELLNESS PROGRAMS AND FITNESS CLASSES
QUESTIONS + INFORMATION
Ruth Nickens, RN, Health + Wellness Coordinator
Fitness classes are provided by the City of Tallahassee Parks, Recreation & Neighborhood Affairs, the Tallahassee Senior Center and Foundation, and Senior Services supporters like you!
Take a nature walk to find interesting items for your nature-inspired mandala. Collect natural beauties in sets of four. During class, you will use these items to design your personal mandala.
Make meaningful art!
For a complete listing of Art Classes
and other Exciting Art Happenings
ART PROGRAM QUESTIONS + INFORMATION
Jennifer Haskins, Art Program Coordinator

To join the Tallahassee Senior Center for the Arts Facebook Page click here
Fridays at 10 a.m. Join us on our
for an update and recap with

This will include a Facebook Challenge.
You will not want to miss it...and speaking of missing, we miss you! Sending virtual hugs!
January - March 2021
Join the Tallahassee Senior Center!
Donate in Honor or Memory of Someone!
Purchase A
Star for the
Galaxy Star Wall!
Through Smile.Amazon.com, you can choose the Tallahassee Senior Citizens Foundation, Inc. as your charity of choice, and every time you shop, 0.5% of your AmazonSmile purchase will be donated.
Are you celebrating a birthday or a special occasion and have enough "stuff?" How about hosting a Facebook Fundraiser to benefit the Senior Center?
To do this, you must have a Facebook account/profile,

Thank you for sharing the joy of active aging
opportunities for our community!



Your donations and membership are tax deductible.

TO DONATE, click here
MEMBERSHIP INFORMATION and to RENEW ONLINE

To set up automatic monthly or annual payments, click here

Checks can be mailed to:
TSC Foundation, 1400 N. Monroe St., Tallahassee, FL, 32303

For information or assistance, email Karin.Caster@talgov.com
Donations, honorariums, memorial gifts,
galaxy stars, and legacy gifting are appreciated!
The mission of Tallahassee Senior Services is to offer programs, activities, and opportunities designed to encourage active living, optimal aging, and social fitness for independent adults age 50+.

The TSC Foundation generates funding to support programs,
services and participants of Tallahassee Senior Services.
A COPY OF THE OFFICIAL REGISTRATION AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE DIVISION OF THE CONSUMER SERVICES BY CALLING TOLL-FREE (800-435-7352) WITHIN THE STATE OR WWW.FDACS.GOV/ConsumerServices. 
REGISTRATION DOES NOT IMPLY ENDORSEMENT, APPROVAL, OR RECOMMENDATION BY THE STATE.” Registration #CH8035