Tallahassee Senior Center
The Tallahassee Senior Center is Open!
Join in on the fun! The Tallahassee Senior Center offers a variety of learning opportunities, health and fitness classes, activities and games for active adults of all ages.
Call 850-891-4000 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday for more information regarding Tallahassee Senior Center activities, or visit us at 1400 N. Monroe St. and take a tour!
We hope to see you soon!
Recent email newsletters:
- This Week at the TLH Senior Center - Memorial Day Closure, Lets Bowl!, Museum Trip, and More!
(posted Tue., May 23)
- This Week at the TLH Senior Center - Monthly Game Day, Art Programs, and More!
(posted Tue., May 16)
- This Week at the TLH Senior Center - Meet This Year's Silver Stars, and More!
(posted Tue., May 9)
- This Week at the TLH Senior Center - Congrats to our Silver Stars, Art Programs, and More!
(posted Tue., May 2)
- This Week at the TLH Senior Center - Plant Based Cooking, Senior Singers, and More!
(posted Tue., April 25)
- This Week at the TLH Senior Center - Healthy Eating, Resources Available, Recognize Someone Special, and More!
(posted Tue., April 18)
- This Week at the TLH Senior Center - Lifelong Learning, Art Programs, Advanced Planning Expo, and More!
(posted Tue., April 11)
- This Week at the TLH Senior Center - Volunteer Appreciation, Lifelong Learning, and More!
(posted Tue., April 4)
- This Week at the TLH Senior Center - Irish Dancers, AAA Driving Classes, and More!
(posted Tue., March 28)
- This Week at the TLH Senior Center - Tea Party, Lifelong Learning, and More!
(posted Tue., March 21)
- This Week at the TLH Senior Center - Stamp & Coin Show, Sock Hop, and More!
(posted Tue., March 14)
- This Week at the TLH Senior Center - Lunchtime Concert, Financial Planning, and More!
(posted Tue., March 7)
- This Week at the TLH Senior Center - Senior Games Torch Run, Lunchtime Concert, and More!
(posted Tue., February 28)
- This Week at the TLH Senior Center - It's Game Day!, Senior Games, and More!
(posted Tue., February 21)
- This Week at the TLH Senior Center - Show Your Love for TSC, Happy 65th Sheila, and More!
(posted Tue., February 14)
- This Week at the TLH Senior Center - Lunchtime Concert, Show Your Love, and More!
(posted Tue., February 7)
- This Week at the TLH Senior Center - Nominate a Silver Star, Senior Games is Coming, and More!
(posted Tue., January 31)
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Fitness Classes
Fitness classes are being offered in person (see schedule) and virtually via WCOT TV (Cable Channel 13 on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays at 9 am), as well as on-demand recorded classes. If you have questions email Ruth.Nickens@talgov.com.
Lifelong Learning Classes
Lifelong Learning Classes are being offered in-person and via Zoom, registration and listings are available here. A variety of interesting classes are offered throughout the year for adults who enjoy the fun and excitement of learning new things. We offer classes in diverse areas such as history, science, nature, music, current events and places of interest in the Big Bend region. For questions and more information on Lifelong Learning, email Maureen.Haberfeld@talgov.com.
Art Programs
Art classes and workshops are being offered in-person and via Zoom. Listings and registration for art classes are available here. On-going classes and workshops featuring watercolor, oil, acrylic, drawing, pastels are offered on a weekly basis. Instructors work with individuals with varied skill levels in a rewarding, collaborative environment. For questions or more information, email HeathHilary.McRae@talgov.com.
UPSLIDE
UPSLIDE(Utilizing and Promoting Social Engagement for Loneliness, Isolation and Depression in the Elderly) Program - Help is available if you, or a friend, are feeling lonely or isolated? UPSLIDE serves people age 50 and older. UPSLIDE offers individual counseling, Friends Connection groups, phone buddies and more!
Email Melanie.Lachman@talgov.com or call 850-891-4066 for more information/assistance/individual counseling. Services are provided at no cost to participants, but donations accepted.
Grandparents as Parents (GaP)
Grandparents as Parents program is for grandparents who are the primary caregivers for their grandchildren and offers support groups, informational luncheons, access to community agencies, legal services and health screenings plus social activities for the whole grand-family. GaP is meeting virtually and in-person. Visit the Senior Foundation page for upcoming GaP activities, or contact Karen.Boebinger@talgov.com or 850-891-4027 for more information or to register to attend. GaP is a program of the Tallahassee Senior Foundation funded by the Leon County Commission, grants and donations.
Southside Senior Services & Outreach
Monthly Wellness Circles: Casual settings with healthy refreshments for various health related discussions, demonstrations, guest speakers and health screenings. Enjoy seeing your neighbors and making new friends!
11 am-noon. Light refreshments and incentives are provided at each meeting. There is a $3 suggested donation for each event. Space is limited, registration is required.
For more information or how to enroll, contact Wendy.Barber@talgov.com or call 850-891-4052.
- Second Tuesdays at Jack McLean Community Center, 700 Paul Russell Rd., 850-891-1819
- Third Wednesdays at Jake Gaither Community Center, 801 Bragg Dr., 850-891-3940
Donate and/or become a Member
Your support is important to help pay the instructors fees and the administration behind the scenes that make classes and programs possible. If you can make a donation and/or become a member, visit www.tallahasseeseniorfoundation.org/give/ or call 850-891-4000.
Check out the new Active Living Magazine for senior events all around the city! Read it here, or pick up a copy in person and take a tour of the Tallahassee Senior Center, 1400 N. Monroe St.
Active Living Magazine - March 2023
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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+.
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