Senior Services
AARP Tax Aide (by appointment)
February 1 - April 15
Monday and Friday, 1:30 - 4:30pm
Wednesday, 1:30 - 7:00pm
Trained volunteers provide free tax preparation services and e-filing of Federal Income Taxes. The service is especially targeted for seniors and moderate to low-income taxpayers. AARP offers this service at no cost; donations accepted to the Tallahassee Senior Foundation. For an appointment, call 891-4030.
ACCESS Florida
As an ACCESS partner with the Florida Department of Children and Families, Tallahassee Senior Center staff can help seniors apply, update or inquire about eligibility status for Medicaid, food stamps, and other Medicaid related services. Call 891-4000 for appointment.
Golden Review
The Senior Center's bi-monthly newsletter, included as a special pull-out section in the Tallahassee Democrat's Active Living magazine. Look for it the 2nd Sunday of January, March, May, July, September and November. Or pick one up at the Senior Center.
Legal Services of North Florida (by appointment)
Wednesday, 11:00am - 1:30pm
Volunteer attorneys provide legal services to qualifying seniors, age 60 and older. Appointments are required through the Center receptionist. Participants may also request services by calling NFLS at 385-9007 or through the NFLS website at www.lsnf.org.
Lunch Bunch,
Provided by Elder Care Services
Monday – Friday, Noon
A nutritious hot lunch is served at the Center each day. Individuals age 60 and over are eligible to eat. Donations are accepted. Reservations must be made by calling the Senior Center by Noon the previous day or Elder Care Services at 921-5554 by 1:00pm. Some transportation to the meal site is also provided by Elder Care Services.
Senior Counseling (by appointment)
Counselor Rosalyn Newport Olsen, LCSW, ACSW, DCSW
Tuesday & Thursday, 11:00am - 4:30pm
A mental health counselor is available two days per week by appointment. Medicare and private insurance for both individual and family counseling will be accepted. To schedule an appointment, call 891-4032 and leave a message.
Senior Financial Counseling
Available to Senior Center participants on an as-needed, pro-bono basis.
Senior Resource Information & Referral Assistance
Monday - Friday, 11:00am - 3:00pm
Senior resource information and materials are available for seniors, caregivers, professionals, and students working with seniors. Customized resource packages and contact information are compiled to meet individual needs. For more information call 850-891-4015.
Seniors vs. Crime
Wednesday, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Sponsored by the office of the Florida Attorney General, Seniors vs. Crime is a program in which senior volunteers, known as "Senior Sleuths," assist other seniors who feel they may have been victimized by a fraud, scam or unfair business deal. Senior Sleuths investigate cases and serve as mediators in civil cases in an attempt to recover all or part of money lost. Call the Seniors vs. Crime office at 891-4044 to have a case reviewed.
SHINE Insurance Counseling
The SHINE (Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders) Program, sponsored by the Department of Elder Affairs, provides volunteer counselors to help seniors with insurance-related questions and problems. Specially trained volunteers can assist with Medicare, Medicaid and health insurance questions and problems by providing information, comparing policies, and helping with claims and appeals. Call 891-4000 for appointment.