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This year the Alzheimer’s Project, Inc. turns 20! Since 1991 when the Alzheimer’s Project, Inc. was born as an outreach ministry of Saint Paul’s United Methodist Church, the agency has been working tirelessly to bring much needed support and services to the caregiver community of Tallahassee and the surrounding counties. The agency has grown over the years and has become a stand-alone 501(c) 3 serving nine counties in the Florida Panhandle. The agency now provides facility-based respite at three locations in Tallahassee and one in Crawfordville serving clients with Alzheimer’s disease or related dementia from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. These locations provide
trained staff and volunteers and a certified nursing assistant to assist clients with participation in a variety of therapeutic interventions such as music therapy, art therapy, seated exercise, games and storytelling. This social model of integration has been praised by caregivers as a means of stress relief for them as well as a means of socialization and inclusion for their loved one. In addition, the agency facilitates 24 caregiver support groups across nine counties and provides education and outreach services to caregivers of all nine counties. Over the last 20 years we have been blessed by so many community partners and so many friends and supporters of this agency. They are too numerous to mention
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Alzheimer’s Project, Inc. and the Area Agency on Aging for North Florida, invite you to the Annual Caregiver Celebration Day. The event will be held on Friday, Sept. 23, from 8 a.m. – 2 p.m. at Saint Paul’s United Methodist Church, 1700 N. Meridian Road. The event will include numerous free services, including: bone density screening, blood sugar screening, stroke screening, hearing screening, vision screening and will
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Music therapist Hakeem Leonard jokes with Alzheimer’s patients during a program for Alzheimer’s patients at Killearn United Methodist Church last year. The person with Alzheimer’s can come to the church from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. two Mondays a month, while the caregiver gets a break. here but we are grateful for each and every one of them and all of them together make an enormous difference for this
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Edward Nisbett, 82, and Molly Holder, 90, share a love of poetry and are a “new age” couple— meeting late last year through the Internet. After the wedding, a laughing Mrs. Nisbett said it was a truly happy day for her and he quipped “at our age you don’t want to waste time.” Molly was a volunteer writer for the Tallahassee Senior Center and will be missed now that she’s moved to Navarre.
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America zooms by on Amtrak adventure trip By Andy Lindstrom
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It started with Paul Theroux. As the author of “The Old Patagonian Express” and “The Great Railway Bazaar” among other train-travel classics, Theroux made riding the rails more than just a means of transportation. Whether in the VIP status of a private sleeping compartment or sharing a coach with the low-budget crowd, it became a kind of magic carpet to adventure, exploration and discovery. Which brings me to my two weeks on Amtrak. America’s answer to the Orient Express has passenger service on more than 21,000 miles of tracks and some 300 trains daily between Miami and Montreal, Washington, D.C., and Washington State, and 500 or so destinations in between. It wasn’t perfect. Not many vacations are. And it’s definitely not for everyone. Delays happen. Roomettes are, shall we say, cozy. The dining-car menu, although surprisingly tasty, rarely varies from train to train. Half the trip – and some of the
From discount fares to weekly specials, Amtrak can be a great way to enjoy a vacation. Land cruises, as the folks at Amtrak like to call them, are particularly popular with passengers 62 and older who get a 15 percent discount on coach tickets. Special rates announced each week – one-way fares Tuesday through Friday – are good throughout the country, while Seattle to Los Angeles’ Coast Starlight offers a full week onboard, spread over 21 days, for $159. Daily wine and cheese tasting, an onboard theater and video games for the kids come with a sleeping-car ticket. For a full-service Amtrak vacation package, it’s hard to beat a USA Rail Pass, good for either 15, 30 or 45 days. Simply by calling 1-800-AMTRAK-2, you can arrange everything from train tickets and onboard accommodations to hotels, car rentals, sightseeing, even an airplane flight home with a one-way fare. On the Internet, AmtrakVacations.com has all the particulars.
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epic journey from Boston to Patagonia on the far tip of South America, but it wasn’t until this past spring that retirement gave me the freedom to try a similar trip around my own country. And, boy, was it a trip. Four time zones from coast to coast, nearly 700 miles up one side and
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est Amtrak station since Sunset Limited service through Tallahassee ended after Hurricane Katrina. My ticket to a roomette – two fold-out bunks, three meals daily and a bathroom/shower down the hall – cost $2,400 and allowed me to disembark and reboard at a later date of my choosing anywhere along the route. Highlights of the trip included sharing meals with 35 wide-eyed English tourists heading for San
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Baby boomers take active role as grandparents By Anita Creamer McClatchy-Tribune
SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Let’s listen as the Moore family — grandmother, daughter-in-law and granddaughter — talks about their lives together in the Carmichael, Calif., home they share. “I enjoy my granddaughter immensely,” said Cheryll Moore, 55, an American River College teacher whose son Sean brought 10-year-old Mya Honsvick into the family picture when he married Mya’s mother, Beth. “We’ll be having fun this summer,” said Mya. “Lots of swimming,” said Beth Moore, 30. “Mya will be swimming with Grandma,” said Cheryll Moore. Mya also helps Grandma Cheryll — GC, Sean’s suggested nickname, didn’t really stick — by stapling and assembling papers related to her volunteer work. And with her parents, she’ll be cheering this fall when Grandma Cheryll competes in a triathlon. Blended, multigenerational households, careeroriented grandmothers and energy to spare: Just as they reinvented the teen years and the midlife crisis, the nation’s 70 million baby boomers, born between 1946 and 1964, are reinventing grandparenthood. Which is to say, boomers just don’t feel like grannies and grandpappies. “In the olden days, having grandchildren would initiate the sunset of people’s lives,” said Arthur Kornhaber, founder of Ojai, Calif.’s Foundation for Grandparenting and a psychiatrist who has studied grandparenting since the 1970s. “But the rules have changed, and there’s an identity crisis.”
For the 32 million baby boomers who are already grandparents, the approach to this stage of life is necessarily different. For one thing, boomer grandparents are younger: The average age of first grandparenthood has dropped in recent years from 48 to 47, according to AARP. They’re vital and active. They’re likely still working. Their rockers are still rocking, and not on the front porch. “Grandparents’ role as living ancestor and family historian has been diminished,” said Kornhaber. “For baby boomer grandparents, the crony role is big, being like kids together with their grandchildren.” Running around with the grandkids — hiking, swimming and playing sports with them — keeps boomers young. So does keeping current on their tech skills, so they can text the grandkids and be their Facebook friends. While there are fewer grandchildren per grandparent than at any time in U.S. history, according to the Census Bureau, most grandchildren in this age of divorce, remarriage, single parenthood and other family complications have more than four grandparents. Differentiating between the assorted grandparental parties is one reason for the wealth of nicknames — Nana, Lala, Mimi, Popsy and the like —that can make boomers sound more like Teletubbies than grandparents. Also, no one called Lala can ever sound old. Because of a variety of factors, including economic hardships and the military deployment of parents overseas, 7.5 million grandchildren now live with their grandparents, U.S. Census figures show. The Moores’ living
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Cheryll Moore swims with Mya in the family pool. “I enjoy my granddaughter immensely,” Moore said. arrangement, for example, came about three years ago because Sean, a 32-year-old automotive mechanic, and Beth are trying to save money for their own house. And yes, unlike most boomers’ grannies, today’s grandmothers have -- or have already retired from — their own careers. “My grandparents to me seemed very old,” said Linda Shaw, 63, a retired Sacramento County employee who lives in Antelope, Calif. “We did the things with them that we think grandparents do, like making cookies. “I don’t ever do that with my grandkids. We go places together. My husband and I rent a cabin in the Sierra hills, and they come visit us. What they need and want runs the show, always. It’s very different from when we were kids.” For baby boomers, the shift into the grandparent years involves changing the image of grandparents, says Allan Zullo, who
wrote “A Boomer’s Guide to Grandparenting” with his wife, Kathryn. For many, it also involves a lot of responsibilities. “When we were grow-
ing up, we had a social safety net,” said Zullo, 63, a grandfather of five who lives in North Carolina. “You could walk to school. All the neighbors knew who you were. Mothers
were still home. “The boomer grandparent has to step up now because that social safety net is gone. It’s a different world.” Shaw and her husband, Don Kremer, make a point of attending their grandkids’ school events and helping get them to various appointments when their parents are at work. “With both parents working, grandparents can take the grandkids more places and step into a role of going to more functions,” said Kremer, 59. “And it’s a pleasure to see them with their friends.” As Kornhaber says, being with young people can light up older adults’ lives. “Maybe I’ll read with you this summer,” Cheryll Moore said to her granddaughter. “Would you like that?” “If you do the reading,” Mya said. “But you have to follow the story and tell me about it,” her grandmother replied. It’s a deal.
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July 25, 10 a.m.-noon and 1-4 p.m. Tallahassee Senior Center board of directors members (above, from left) Donna Wells, Gwendolyn Spencer, Lew Wilson, Judi Taylor and Edna Owens ready for a star-studded evening at the 2011 Silver Stars Awards gala. Seven individuals and one couple were selected as this year’s recipients of the prestigious award presented to seniors for outstanding volunteerism since turning age 60. Dr. Bob Greenburg, right, is one of those selfless seniors honored this year. Dr. Greenburg, in his 61st year of optometry practice, examines the eyes of Special Olympics athletes, volunteers as a mediator and as an
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carpet. MARK YOUR CALENDARS: The next Silver Stars Awards will be held May 10, 2012.
TALLAHASSEE SENIOR FOUNDATION Annual Membership Meeting to be held 6 p.m. Sept. 2 At the Tallahassee Senior Center Members, please be sure your membership is current.
Prepare to be amazed! Spend July 25 at the Tallahassee Senior Center and get ready for your life to change forever — or at least be ready to have a really good time. Attendees can come for all or part of the daylong presentation but you won’t want to miss a minute. The techno-whizzes from FSU’s Strozier Library delight and inform once again at this year’s edition of TECHNOMANIA. The day of mind-boggling technology begins at 10 a.m. with an entertaining and educational presentation called “Technology and You.” The Strozier team Inside Estate Gifting, page 2 Active Living Expo, page 3 TSC Fitness & Health, page 4
explores the ever-changing world of gizmos and smart-small-machines. After the presentation until noon, and again from 1-4 p.m., participants are encouraged to connect, create, share, learn and play at the various stations around the Senior Center’s auditorium. (Note: There’s a break in the action for lunch; the center offers a fresh salad bar for $4 and several restaurants are nearby.) In years past, stations have covered everything from Wii to smartphones, from You Tube to digital cameras and iPods. And this year promises the same variety and same hand-on opportunities —
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2 /Golden Review • Sunday, July 10, 2011 TSC FOUNDATION BOARD MEMBERS Ed Duffee, Jr., President Linda Roberts, Vice Pres. Judi Taylor, Treasurer Mary Carroll, Immediate Past President Rocky Bevis Ken Brummel-Smith, M.D. Ann Camp Shirley Gooding-Butler Scott Harrell Elda Martinko Edna Owens Kathy Rivenbark Gwendolyn Spencer Donna Wells Lew Wilson Sarah Neeley, Emeritus Bryan Desloge, Emeritus SENIOR SERVICES
ADVISORY COUNCIL Joan Guilday, Chair Patricia Parkhurst, Vice Chair Pamela Flory Mary Hafner Tracie Hardin Emily Millett Miaisha Mitchell Roger Owen Irene Perry Alice Pomidor, M.D. Andrea Rosser Henry Steele Al Sulkes Don Weed Adeline Wilkes
Remember the Senior Center in your estate planning By Judi Taylor As treasurer of the Tallahassee Senior Center Foundation’s Board of Directors, I always look for new ways to actively support TSC programs. I recently attended a presentation on planned giving and was surprised at how easy it is to leave a lasting legacy to ensure that tomorrow’s seniors enjoy the programs and offerings we enjoy today. Here are some easy ways to include the Foundation’s Cornerstone Endowment Fund in your Estate Planning: n Existing IRA or Insurance Policy: A percentage or a specific dollar amount can be designated to the TSCF endowment as a beneficiary (i.e. 98 percent to children, 2 percent to TSCF). This can be accomplished without an attorney — simply change the beneficiary on the forms provided by the company that handles your policies. n Retirement Benefits: A percentage of these benefits may be designated for TSCF. n Your Will: A per-
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centage or a specific dollar amount can be bequest through your will. n Gifts of Money or Appreciated Assets: One-time or recurring donations may be given at any time to TSCF for the immediate benefit of Senior Center programs. n Memorial & Honorarium Contributions: Request that your family, friends and loved ones make a gift in your memory or honor. Planned giving is a process using tax and financial planning methods allowing the donor to efficiently achieve his/ her personal and charitable objectives. There are many ways to leave a legacy and enjoy tax benefits. Email me at judi8173@comcast.net or call 850-5082294 and I will be happy to provide help!
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Be a key holder Please join the Tallahassee Senior Foundation today. Your contribution pays for programs and enhances services. Mail or drop off your annual membership contribution at the Senior Center. Membership Senior (age 55+) $25 Senior Couple $40 Supporter (under age 55) $35 Nonprofit Organization $50 Key Holders Diamond $5,000 Platinum $2,000 Gold $1,000 Silver $500 Bronze $250 Friend $100 Thank you for being a key to active aging! Send your contribution to: Tallahassee Senior Center, 1400 N. Monroe St., Tallahassee, FL 32303. Gold Key Holders Susan Fink Bronze Key Holders Zilpah Boyd, Jean Conrad, Mr. & Mrs. Ed Duffee, Jr., Shirley Gooding-Butler and Hazel Driscoll Friend Key Holders Audrey Kuehl, Mr. & Mrs. Steve Mayberry, Lisa Meyer, Michael Ramos, Cornelia Smith, and Jill Pelaez New and Renewing Members Martha AinsworthPorter, Mike & Carmen
Akridge, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Allaire, Mary Bailey, W.L. Bate, Shirley Beaupied, Barbara Beggs, Mr. and Mrs. Joe Bizzaro, Jeanne Blocker, Anna L. Brandt, Richard Brittingham, Robert Burke, Rubia Byrd, Jo-Ann Clemmer, Delores H. Coachman, Ruth E. Condo, Martha Cook, Ruby Crews, Judith Crowley, Karen Davis, Jerry H. Davis, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Dean, Violet Felber, Tisha Fletcher, Norma T. Fletcher, Kathleen T. Flood, Margaret Graham, Carolyn D. Hawkins, Beulah Hemmingway, Jean Hewitt, Mr. and Mrs. Jesse Hodsdon, Ms. Pauline Hunter, Mr. and Mrs. Charlie Husbands, Mr. and Mrs. John & Susan Hutchison, Karen Inman, Williemae Jackson, Connie Koenig, Anna Kuhn, Patricia S. Lanfear, Mr. and Mrs. Stanley Lenz, Doris M. Lovett, Mr. and Mrs. James Maloy, Justice and Mrs. Parker Lee McDonald, Thomas Miller, Terry Mock, Atha B. Nipper, Mr. and Mrs. Joe Ontko, Dorothy Perkins, Patricia J. Pippenger, Dexter Porter, June Raganswood, Patricia M. Reed, Mr. and Mrs. Herb Salyer, Jai Sarthory, Bette Scaringe, Josefa Schlottmann, Robert E. Shafer, Gertrude H. Shirley, Alice S. Smith, Dorothy G. Sousa, Denise Stanford, Patricia H. Stanley, William W. Stevens, Catherine Stewart, Jonnie Stoutamire, Betty E. Tilkey, Ed Towler, Linda Vinton, Sara
Marc Moncrief, from left, and dad, Bill, enjoy the Silver Stars Awards gala with Bob Henderson and Julie Jaekel and Paige Mitchell, both representing HealthSouth — a Big Dipper Sponsor. Bill Moncrief honored his father, Oscar, with a remembrance gift to TSF. Jean Wainwright, Norma J. Washington, Mary Williams, Dianne Wright and Delores Wussler Father’s Day Recognition Gifts In Memory of Dads Nicholas E. Gaymon by Clara Floyd-Gamon J.A. (Jake) Higgins by Debbie Hamlin Ray Meyer by Lisa Meyer Oscar Jon Moncreif by William H. Moncreif Paul Tafuri by Ellie Dann S. Thoresen by Norma Fletcher In Honor of Dads Tommy Larned by Judi & Darrell Taylor and Susan & Gregg Womble
Herb Salyer by Sheila Salyer Honorarium Donations In Memory of Marie Reynolds by Julia Nowlin by Sheila Salyer Lewis B. Wilson, Jr. by Sheila Salyer James Gilmer by Sheila Salyer Mary Lou Longnecker by Paula and Sy Tamaddoni-Jahromi In Honor of Wihelmina Moore, mother by Patricia Reed Pat Johnson by Elda Martinko In Appreciation of Lunch Bunch By Helen Shaara
The Golden Review is a bimonthly publication of the Tallahassee Senior Center Sheila Salyer, Senior Services Manager, City of Tallahassee; Executive Director, Tallahassee Senior Foundation; Editor, Golden Review Rosetta Stone Land, Managing Editor; Hella Spellman, Contributing Editor Susan Beason, Martha Gruender, Layout & Design The mission of Tallahassee Senior Services is to enhance the independence and quality of life for seniors and caregivers through educational, social, recreational and wellness opportunities. Disclaimer of Endorsement: Reference herein to any specific commercial products, process, or service by trade name, trademark, manufacturer, or otherwise, does not necessarily constitute or imply its endorsement, recommendation or favoring by Tallahassee Senior Services or the Tallahassee Senior Foundation.
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In My Words, the 2011 Silver Stars Awards By Tony Carvajal Editor’s Note: Tony Carvajal once again proved a most entertaining emcee. After his fifth year as emcee, Carvajal captured the 2011 Silver Stars Awards in prose and read to the audience: “As I woke this morning I met a bright full moon fighting back against a rising sun...holding firm, giving all it could...because it could...determined in spite of the end of its shift. And now this evening I stand among a room full of stars, Silver Stars, bright stars that help and guide and inspire and give... because they can...uncaring what their shift is, was, or should be. I find myself wiser, stronger, thankful and hopeful...filled with their insights of what it takes to shone (sic) on. They tell me to: “Believe, do, think, smile, give. Love with no bounds. Study hard. Stick to it...even when times are sad or tough or full of lies and contradictions like when a “community” divides itself by color or when your boy scout troop is all girls - because there are people relying on you to solve problems, hold hands, hug, wave, or blow a kiss. “We must thirst, strive, honor, shove, heck even eat whatever doesn’t eat you first (be it Elk or Lion or Moose). We must be faithful, teach, do good, take care of ourselves and others. Raise a nice family. And do so with no hope of awards or names on
13th Annual Active Living Expo! Thurs., Sept. 8, 5–8 p.m. & Fri., Sept. 9, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Mary Connell receives recognition for 20 years of volunteer service. buildings (but when that happens, enjoy it even if you’re sure others are more deserving or you believe they picked you just because you lived long enough...know it’s much more!). “We are here to serve as pastors, guides, patrols, ombudsmen, partners and more. We must build bridges, design Taj Mahals, mend hearts, prop up souls, make toys, give our all. We can do anything we set out hearts to. “Time will provide surprises and opportunities. And we’ll want to draw lines and quit. But listen hard enough and soon you’ll hear the Rounder’s call...and you’ll be able to join the square dance anew. “So, jump up. Reach out. Jitterbug your way forward. If your name is not in the paper today, you are good to go. There’s someone out there you can help...someone counting on you to lead the way to Camp Can Do.” Carvajal’s complete blog can be found at http://post. ly/2AYRw.
15-year volunteers, from left, Vera Nessen, Norman and Ann Booth, Lauchlin Waldoch, and Lisa Meyer receive recognition for their selfless service to TSC.
80+ exhibitors, numerous health screenings, educational presentations, door prizes & more. Whether you are a senior, caregiver, professional, or just interested in aging, ALE provides information and showcases a variety of resources spanning from planning for retirement to end of life. Special presentations include “Ask the Pharmacist: Medication Safety” “Buried in Treasure: All about Hoarding” “Active Aging” ”Positive Planning: Avoiding the Big Crisis” For information call 891-4007 Together with the stars, Tony Carvajal and emcee Sheila Salyer, manager of the Tallahassee Senior Center.
And for the first time, as part of Active Living Expo Tallahassee senior CenTer showCase It Happens at my Senior Center. My Life. My Time. My Way. That’s the theme for this year’s National Senior Center Month. See terrific examples of how the Tallahassee Senior Center impacts people’s lives throughout the Capital Region during the TSC Showcase, part of the Active Living Expo. As a visitor to this year’s Expo, visit the Senior Center Showcase. Meet and talk with Senior Singers, financial counselors, bridge players from Capital City and Tallahassee Duplicate Bridge clubs, guys who tie flies, model shipbuilders, oil and acrylic painters, woodcarvers, clay artists, the “Crafting Bees” (as they work their magic on spectacular afghans), maybe a ping ponger or two—plus many, many more. It promises to be fun, exciting and informative. Anna Johnson (top) joins CHPs Mary Goble (seated left) and Polly White. Johnson, a familiar star of WCTV fame, presented Silver Stars Awards and White, CHP senior vice president, gave opening remarks. CHP was the event’s Galaxy Sponsor.
Who knows what you’ll find there, just for you? After all, it really does happen at your senior center.
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TALLAHASSEE SENIOR CENTER HEALTH HAPPENINGS For more information on programs, call Ruth Nickens, R.N. Health Program Coordinator, or Toni Walmsley, Asst. Health Program Coordinator, at 891-4000. Unless otherwise noted, all presentations are 11 a.m. – Noon in the Tallahassee Senior Center Dining Room. “BRAIN GAMES: A Cognitive Fitness Program” Mon., July 11 – Aug. 1 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. Health Suite 4-week cognitive fitness program which includes games, trivia, exercises and more. “HEALTHY LIVING: OVER THE RAINBOW SALADS” Wed., July 13 New ideas for colorful and healthy salads you can make at home. By Panhandler’s Kitchen “DRUMMING: YOU’VE GOT RHYTHM” Thur., July 21 & Aug. 4 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. Activity Room Bring a drum if you have one, but drums provided. Everyone welcome to “explore the rhythm within!” By Mershell Sherman. “BROWN BAG EVENT MEDICATION REVIEW” Thur., July 28 10 a.m. – Noon Activity Room Questions about your medications? Speak with a CVS pharmacist—bring your prescriptions, vitamins, and over-the-counter medicines. Plan to attend the “We’re Talking Drugs Here” series beginning Aug 17. “HEALTHY LIVING: DELICIOUS DINING OUT” Wed., Aug. 10 Helpful tips for enjoyable and delicious dining out. By Panhandler’s Kitchen. “TELEPHONES FOR THE HEARING IMPAIRED” Wed., Aug. 10
Health Sreenings SPECIAL HEALTHY LIVING SERIES: “WE’RE TALKING DRUGS HERE!” Series explores myriad of complex physical and social issues related to medications. Presented by Mike McQuone, RPh, CEO of Florida Society of Health Systems Pharmacists. Wed., Aug 17 “HOW DRUGS WORK AND WHY THEY FAIL” This riveting presentation will include the bodily functions that impact drug therapy, factors that affect drug effectiveness, the “Goldilocks theory” of drug therapy management and how to optimize drug therapy. Wed., Sept 28 “WHAT SHOULD I TELL MY DOCTOR? MY PHARMACIST?” Gain a greater understanding of the traditional “Health-Belief” model, how to avoid “White Coat Syndrome,” the importance of asking questions, where to get drug information, and barriers to appropriate prescribing. Wed., Oct 12 “HIGH RISK: DRUGS, CONSUMERS, AND APPROACHES” Explore the economic and therapeutic considerations of brand vs. generic drugs, common high risk drugs and how to manage them in selected populations, poly-pharmacy (8+ drugs), proper drug disposal, prescription and OTC drug abuse, and the five elements of a medication therapy management program. 10 a.m. – Noon Health Suite Even if your hearing loss is minimal, you may qualify for these no-cost phones distributed by FTRI. HEALTHY LIVING: BREAST AND PROSTATE CANCER AWARENESS Thur., Sept. 1 10 am – Noon Activity Room September is National Prostate Awareness Month and October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. March 7x brings you a mini-expo with information about both. Stop by to learn what’s new in prevention, diagnosis, and treatment.
PodiatriSt SCreeninG & FootCare every tWo MontHS Thur., Sept. 1, 1:30 p.m. Health Suite Dr. Gary McCoy, Podiatrist & foot specialist, cuts toenails and assesses foot problems. Doctor accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and secondary insurance, which may cover costs for this service if you have diabetes, vascular disease, neuropathy, renal failure, MS, or are on blood thinner Coumadin. Otherwise, $25. No appointment necessary.
FAMU nursing students share information with seniors about the importance of health screenings during the annual spring FAMU Nursing Health Fair at TSC
Health Screenings Blood Pressure Tue., Wed., & Thur., 10 a.m.- Noon Glucose Screenings Wed., 10 a.m.- Noon Hearing Screenings Wed., July 13 & Aug. 10, 10 a.m. – Noon Balance Screenings Thur., July 14, 10 a.m. – Noon Pulse Oximetry Thur., Aug 4, 10 a.m.Noon Telephones for the Hearing Impaired Wed., Aug 10, 10 a.m. – Noon Reiki Tue., July 19, Aug. 2, 16 & 30, 10:30 a.m. – Noon. Massage Tue., July 26, 10 a.m. –
Noon Fitness Seated NIA Yoga (Neuromuscular Integrative Action) Tue., 11 a.m. - Noon Brain-Body-Memory-Balance Mon., 1:30 – 2:30 p.m. at TSC. Designed to sharpen cognitive and balance skills. Low impact. Bring water bottle and comfortable clothing. Tue., 10 –11 a.m. at the YMCA on Apalachee Parkway; resumes at Optimist Park on Aug 2 Wed., 2 – 3 p.m. at Heritage Oaks Chair Yoga: Fri, 11 am – Noon. Gentle yoga workout for
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SateLLite FitneSS A program of the Tallahassee Senior Foundation. Funded by the Leon County Board of County Commissioners. Call 891-4065 for more information. $2 donation unless otherwise noted. Call 891-4065 for more information. Bradfordville Historic School House SENIOR FITNESS — Beginners: Tue. & Thur. 10:30 – 11:15 a.m. Intermediate: Tue. & Thur., 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Afternoon Class: Tue. & Thur., 1 – 2 p.m.
increased mobility, bladder control, self-esteem, and mental focus. Life Exercise: Tue. and Thur., 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. Aerobics, light weights, and stretching. Tai Chi: Wed and Fri, Beginner’s class 10 – 11 a.m.; continuing class 11 a.m. – Noon. Zumba® Gold: Thur., 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. $5 seniors $7 others Yoga Mon. and Wed. 5:30 – 7 p.m. Vigorous practice for adults including poses, relaxation, and mediation. Wear comfortable clothes and yoga mat. $10 seniors $12 others.
Chaires-Capitola Dorothy C. Spence Community Center BOLLYWOOD FITNESS: Tue. & Thur., 9 – 10 a.m. SENIOR FITNESS: Mon., Wed. & Fri., 9:15 – 10:15 a.m. Fort Braden Community Center SENIOR FITNESS: Mon. & Wed., 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. ZUMBA: Mon., Tue., Wed .& Thur., 6:30 – 7:30 p.m., $2 per class ( 55+), $3 others Woodville Community Center SENIOR FITNESS: Mon. & Wed., 8:30 – 9:30 a.m. ZUMBA: Sat., 9 – 10 a.m., $2 per class (55+), $3 others
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SENIOR DAYS & WELLNESS CIRCLES A wide range of nocost health screenings and monthly Senior Days offered for adults 55 + in the Bond community, south Tallahassee, and throughout Leon County. Donations accepted for all programs. For information on Southside activities, call 891-4000. For information on Leon County Senior Outreach events, contact Susan Davis, LCSO coordinator, 891-4065.
Senior DayS in anD arounD TallahaSSee All Senior Days held from 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. and include a catered lunch. Suggested lunch donation $6; exceptions noted. * Indicates event is sponsored by Leon County Senior Outreach, a program of Tallahassee Senior Foundation.
Sylvia Petrandis with Hopewell/Desloge does a pulse oximetry screening. A Senior Wellness Health Fair on Sept. 27 will kick-off TSCs newest outreach location for Southside Senior Services at Orange Avenue Community Center, 2710 Country Club Dr. The Health Fair will include health screenings, guest speakers and refreshments.
Fort Braden Senior Day* at Fort Braden Community Center, 16387 Blountstown Hwy Tue., July 19 No Senior Day Tue., Aug 16, “Think About Personal Pollution (TAPP).” Lincoln Senior Day at Lincoln Neighborhood Ser-
Woodville Senior Days* at Woodville Community Center, 8000 Old Woodville Road Thur., July 14, No Senior Day Thur., Aug 11, “Think About Personal Pollution (TAPP) Sept 8, TBA
Senior WellneSS CirCleS
Bradfordville Senior Day* at Wildwood Presbyterian Fellowship Hall, 100 Ox Bottom Rd Wed., July 13 No Senior Day Wed., Aug. 10 “North Florida Gardening” by Trevor Hylton, Leon County Extension Service. Chaires-Capitola Senior Day* at Dorothy C. Spence Community Center, 4768 Chaires Cross Rd Tue., July 26 No Senior Day Tue., Aug. 23 “Think About Personal Pollution (TAPP).”
FSU. Quartet merges musical traditions from African-American, European, West African, Middle Eastern, and even Southeast Asian music. Music, lunch, and cake! Must reserve; call 891-4009. $2 suggested donation. Wed., Sept .7 “Fire Prevention and Safety for Your Home” Lt. Stephanie Powell with the Tallahassee Fire Department, provides tips on fire prevention, fire extinguisher demonstration, evacuation plans, and more. Must reserve; call 891-4009. $2 suggested donation.
11 am – Noon (except as noted). Casual settings with coffee and snacks for various health related discussions, demonstrations, guest speakers and health screenings. Participants at Jake Gaither Senior Day practice their chest compression techniques during a CPR Awareness program that was offered by Leon County EMS. vice Center, 438 West Brevard Street, 891-4180 $4 donation suggested. Wed., July 20 “Why Surveys Are Important— Breast Cancer Research” presented by FAMU Institute of Public Health. Wed., Aug. 17 “It’s Just Snoring – Sleep Apnea” presented by Sue J. Davis with Apria Healthcare. Miccosukee Senior Day* at Miccosukee Community Center, 13887 Moccasin Gap Road
Thur., Aug 4 TBA. Thur., Sept 1 “North Florida Gardening” by Trevor Hylton, Leon County Extension Service. Southside Senior Day at Jake Gaither Community Center, 801 Bragg/Tanner Dr, 891-3940 Wed, Aug 3 “Presenting Cuarteto del Sur” Features guitarists Carlos Odria and Carlos Silva, bassist Brian Hall of FAMU, and percussionist Michael Bakan, of
Jack McLean Community Center, 700 Paul Russell Road, 891-1819 Wed., July 21 TBA Wed., Aug 25 “Colon Health and Cancer Prevention” Learn more about this disease that people find so hard to discuss, but is so preventable and treatable if detected early. Presented by Florida Area Health Education Center. Jake Gaither Community Center, 801 Bragg/Tanner Drive, 891-3940 Wed, July 20 “Heart Health for African-Americans” Qasimah
Boston, MPH, CHES, presents a program on how African-Americans can navigate their increased risk of heart disease to live longer and stronger. Thur., Aug. 18 TBA Optimist Park, meeting at the YMCA on Apalachee Parkway from 11 amNoon! 877-6151 Tue., July 12 “Tai Chi for Health” Tallahassee’s Taoist Tai Chi Society demonstrates this gentle form of exercise. Tue., Aug. 9 (Optimist Park) meeting at 1355 W. Indianhead Dr. “A Pharmacist Answers Your Questions” Pharmacist Mike McQuone, RPh, MS, CPh, Florida Society of Health-System Pharmacists, Inc., provides current and vital information regarding prescription medications, taking medications, brand versus generic drugs, etc. SouthWood Community Center, 4675 Grove Park Drive, 656-8750 Thur., July 27 “Identity Theft: Don’t Be Left in the Dark” John Roberts, Florida Dept. of Agriculture, provides information on preventive steps a consumer can take to ensure the security of their financial identity. Wed., Aug. 24 “The Art of Origami” Japanese artist Mikiko Tanaka demonstrates traditional art of folding paper into a variety of intricate shapes and objects. Attendees make some simple origami shapes. ADDITIONAL SOUTHSIDE SERVICES Smith-Williams Neighborhood Service Center, 2295 Pasco St, 891-1860 Wed., July 13 & Aug. 10 10 a.m. – Noon
Blood pressure and blood glucose screenings; provided by Tallahassee Senior Center and Interim Healthcare. Diabetes Education and Support Group Wed., July 13 & Aug .10, 11:30 a.m. – Noon Group focuses on issues that concern diabetics: obtaining supplies, eating properly, obtaining optimal health and quality of life. This group is a partnership of TSC and “Diabetes and You.” SOUTHSIDE LIFELONG LEARNING CLASSES SouthWood Community Center, 4675 Grove Park Drive, 656-8750 Mon., Aug. 15, 10 a.m. – Noon “Ask the Pharmacist” Pharmacist Michael .J. McQuone, RPh, MS, CPh, Florida Society of HealthSystem Pharmacists, Inc., speaks on topics relating to prescription drugs—how drugs work and why they fail, “What should I tell my doctor and my pharmacist?,” and brand vs generic drugs. Refreshments served. Call 891-4009 for i nfo. Optimist Park Community Center, 1355 W. Indianhead Dr. Wed., Aug. 31, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. “The Health of Our Healthcare System” and “What Happens Next” Dr. Ken Brummel-Smith, M.D., FSU College of Medicine, shares information on US healthcare system. Dr. Brummel-Smith provides insight from a physician’s point of view, with open discussion time. Light lunch served. Call 891-4009 for info. Watch for our newest Southside fitness program coming to Orange Avenue Apartments this Fall!
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Starry, starry night: A time to shine for Silver Stars
Seniors honored for contributions
T
he pomp and circumstance awed Silver Stars Award winners. The 2011 class of stars knew little of what to expect. Festivities began with a VIP reception where they met commissioners, previously honored Silver Stars, board and council members, and sponsors. After dinner, and a walk on the red carpet—escorted by third-graders from the Cornerstone Learning Community, Mayor John Marks presented Meritorious Achievement Awards to each star in acknowledgement of their many contributions to the Tallahassee community. A huge hit of the gala was a video production of Silver Stars’ interviews with Cornerstone students. Anna Johnson and Sheila Salyer delighted in presenting the Silver Stars awards with smiles and hugs in great exchange.
Patti Booth and dad Harold Mikell, together during dinner. Mikell a new Silver Star, retired from public service at age 80, still assists with community projects and visits wife Juanita (now in a care facility) daily.
John and Frances Stiles share time with Anna Johnson, presenter of Silver Stars Awards.
Silver Stars Award winner F.R. Rush gets a finishing touch from wife, Delorise, at the evening’s VIP reception. A red carpet stroll awaits Silver Star Leila Doolittle and her escort, Cornerstone Learning Community’s Rachel Burda. From left, Ethel and Lyle Evans celebrate his Silver Star award with Gene and Brenda Strickland.
From left, Laura Hyde of NHC Home Care, Boo Suber of Barnes Health Care and Scott Harrell and Marc Moncrief, both of HomeInstead Senior Care, share conversation and a good time. HomeInstead was a Big Dipper sponsor for the 2011 awards.
Beulah Gregory, center, one of this year’s Silver Star winners, with 2008 Silver Star Gladys Davis, at the celebration held May 19 at the University Center Club.
No awards presentation is complete without the presence of some local politicians! City Commissioner Gil Ziffer, left, and County Commission Chairman John Dailey share the stage to congratulate award winners. It was a very special night for Ziffer whose mother, Susan Fink, was honored as a Silver Star.
Rosalie Schwager, Betty Morales, Susan Fink and Ginny Burns — all of Big Bend Hospice — take a few moments to pose amid the awards program. Fink and Schwager, a friend and Silver Stars winner in 2010, now share winning memories. Tallahassee Senior Foundation president Ed Duffee Jr. and wife, Alberta, enjoy the “starry” night.
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The Buddy Club meets
Join in the fun and games By Andrea Personett
Tallahassee Active Lifelong Leaders, Class 4, and the Tallahassee Boys and Girls Club collaborate to match adults and kids in play at the senior center. The Buddy Club, as the gatherings are known, meets at TSC bi-weekly. At left: Playing Wii, from left, Jill Sandler, Marshall Clark and Ken Mokwenye. Puzzle solving, above, are TALL’s Barbara Brandt with Asia Anderson.
If wild cheers or earshattering groans are in some weird way an indication of fun, the ping pong players at the Tallahassee Senior Center appear to have the most fun of all. Grown men and women lunge across the tables, back-peddle to reach airborne orange balls—congratulating teammates or loudly bemoaning the agony of defeat. Afternoon table tennis is but one of the sources of delight for dozens of competitors. The Tuesday morning Wii bowlers aren’t quite as loud as the ping pongers, but they’re getting there. They may even set up a Wii bowling league. The Wii gaming system is popular with many players because it contains lots of
games other than bowling. Mini-tennis debuts at TSC on July 20 at 2 p.m. Learn the ins and outs of a scaled-down version of tennis—in the comfort of an air conditioned room. How about throwing a plastic disc from a “tee” to a “hole”? The International phenomenon known as disc golf is beginning to blossom in Tallahassee’s senior population. In fact, there’s a special introduction to the sport—provided by members of the local Disc Golf Club—at Tom Brown Park, July 20 at 5:30 p.m. Then, newbies who want to experience a real game will be paired with seasoned players for as many holes as they’d like to play. Take a shuttle from the Senior Center at 5 p.m. or meet at the disc golf course at Tom Brown
Park at 5:30 p.m. Move over men! The TSC pool room now boasts Ladies Only Billiards on Mondays. Seemingly more serious but no less funloving are the canasta and pinochle players—not to mention the social bridge and duplicate bridge devotees. Check the monthly Golden Review calendar for days and times of all games. ON THE HORIZON: Mahjong and indoor shuffleboard, if enough interest is expressed. If you are interested in these games, have other suggestions, or would like more information about center activities, call 891-4003 or email andrea.personett@talgov. com. Come play with us!
New Tennis Program begins Join us for a demo At the Tallahassee Senior Center, July 20, 2 – 4 p.m. The Senior Center will soon offer a new and exciting program—Mini Tennis. This tennis option has many social and competitive opportunities for participants. The game features lower nets, smaller racquets, special balls, shorter courts, and game play. In addition, the program takes place in the comfort of the climate controlled auditorium. Racquet skills, tennis lessons, strategy, and constructing
points are the emphasis of this program. Mini tennis courts will be constructed and balls and racquets will be provided for this activity. Glen Howe, COT’s tennis superintendent and USPTA Master Professional will instruct the program at TSC. A maximum of 16 participants may sign up. For more information email Glen.Howe@talgov. com. Call 891-4003 or email andrea.personett@talgov.com to register for this fun and exciting activity!
Dave Muntean Jr. demos the sporting challenge of disc golf at Tom Brown Park. Join TSC on July 20 for a group demonstration sponsored by the Tallahassee Disc Golf Association. A van departs the center at 5 p.m.; self-drives can also meet up with the group at Tom Brown Park at 5:30 p.m.
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Music
MARk YOUR CAlENDAR
‘DECk ThE hAlls’
Find the Rhythm – Community Drum Circle Tuesdays, 6 – 8:30 p.m. All are welcome regardless of experience. Percussion instruments provided.
A Celebration of Wreaths Fri., Dec 2 Gala holiday evening with live entertainment Fine food & beverage
You Won’t Want to Miss This!
SPONSORSHIP PACKAGES AVAILABLE NOW Contact Sheila Sayler at 891-4000 Lock in your opportunity!
Senior Band Tentative date: Sept. 14 – Dec. 14 depending on interest Wednesdays, 7 – 8:30 p.m. Do you play a band instrument or did you play long ago? If you’re interested in the Senior Center Band, a proposed new venture from FSU College of Music, call 891-4003 to complete an interest questionnaire.
Preview event Nov 4
The incredibly popular L3X Lifelong Learning eXtravaganza Arts, Park & Culture “eXplore, eXamine, eXperience!” Sun, Oct 16 – Fri, Oct 21 Kick-Off: Sunday evening with Voces Angelorum: “The Dream, The Journey” Monday through Friday choose from workshops, half-day, or full day activities. Cultural classes, historical venues, and environmental exploration are among the week’s offerings. Back by popular demand will be parks tours, including downtown, Phipps, Lafayette Heritage Trail, and Alford Arms. More eXciting sessions to be announced. Finale Luncheon: Fri, Noon – 1:30 pm. Sponsored by Earth Fare Tallahassee OLLI — Osher Lifelong Learning Institute For information, call 891-4007 or email hella. spellman@talgov.com.
QUIT sMOkINg NOW n Mondays , thru – Aug
15. 2:30 – 4 p.m. Presented by Big Bend AHEC.
MINI TENNIs n Begins Aug. 3 (Wednes-
days) 2–4 p.m. $3 (55+), $5 others
Darryl Steele entertains at the Silver Stars Awards banquet. The crowd loved the music performed by Steele and Vicki Herlovich—watch for their return at next year’s gala. Steele also entertains frequently for the Lunch Bunch at the Tallahassee Senior Center.
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Miccosukee Community Center Bus Trip to WalMart: Fri, Aug 5 & Sept 2, 10 am – 12:30 pm. $2 round-trip.
YOU ARE INVITED
AllEgRO hERITAgE OAks ‘CElEBRATE sENIORs’
Thur., July 28 4:30 – 6:30 p.m. 4501 Shannon Lakes Drive West Food, fun, entertainment
Silent Auction and Raffle Win a week in the Smokey Mountains! Other prizes include fishing excursions, meals, fitness memberships, music lessons and more! Benefits Tallahassee Senior Center RSVPs by July 22 appreciated. Call 668-4004 to reserve.
sUMMER TUTORED COMpUTER lAB n Through July 29. Weekdays (except Wednesdays), 2–5 p.m. Join FSU students in the computer lab for individual attention, private tutorials and mini-lessons on a variety of topics for PCs: Facebook week of July 11; search engines (Google, Bing, etc.) week of July 18.
ThE TsC NOW hAs NINTENDO WII! Come join in the fun on Tuesdays with 2 opportunities to play. Wii Bowling 10:30 a.m. – Noon Wii Games 2:15 – 5:15 p.m.
Lunch time at TSC can be entertaining THE MUSIC OF VERA NESSEN & FRIENDS Thursdays 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Lunchtime music. Fresh salad bar 11:30 am – 12:45 p.m. M-F.
From left: Rosa Parrish & Marguerite Thomas follow along as the Emancipation Proclamation is read aloud at the 2011 celebration. Each year the TSC Lunch Bunch takes part in Emancipation Day to honor and celebrate the Proclamation read in Tallahassee on May 20, 1865. This document proclaimed the freedom of slavery by executive order of President Abraham Lincoln.
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FRESH SALAD BAR! Delicious and especially nutritious salad bar available daily for $2 & $4. Wholesome homemade soups (when available) $3. Eat-in TSC library café or carry-out. Salad bar served from 11:30 a.m. – 12:45 p.m.
TOPS—Taking Off Pounds Sensibly—meets at the senior center during July and some of August. Weigh-in Fridays at 9:30 am; one-hour meeting follows. Yearly fee $20; monthly fee $3. Call Sharon Moses at 850-894-9496 for more information.
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Tallahassee senior legal resources Facts: According to a Harris Interactive poll conducted in 2011, 57 percent of all adult Americans do not have a will. In the U.S., older adults are more likely to have living wills and this number normally only averages 40 percent. Widows are more likely to have living wills but still number only 50 percent. People under age 65 are less likely to have advance care directives than those 85 and older. In nursing homes and home health care, those 85 and over were more than twice as likely as those under 65 to have directives. However, in the hospice setting, 81 percent of people under age 65 had directives compared with 93 percent of those over age 85. The AARP has indicated that homeowners’ association rules tend to support boards of directors, which are protected by insurance paid by homeowners’ dues, when senior homeowners usually have to pursue legal action at their own expense. Complaints filed against long-term care facilities in Florida rose from 7,917 in fiscal year 2006 to 9,098 in fiscal year 2010. Sources: Wikipedia. org/wiki/homeowner_ association;ombudsman. myflorida.com estatelawtoday.blogspot. com/2011/05/how-manypeople-have-will.html http://www.usatoday. com/yourlife/health/ medical/2011-01-06-livingwills06_ST_N.htm
Hotlines & Websites
FloridaLawHelp.org Helps low-income people needing legal information find a legal aid or pro-bono lawyer, learn about rights and responsibilities, and
HElplinEs and HotlinEs Abuse Hotline: 800-9622873 or 800-96ABUSE Area Agency on Aging, Elder Helpline: 800-96-ELDER (3-5337) Consumer Hotline: 800435-7352 Medicare Hotline: 800633-4227 2-1-1 Big Bend: 617-6333 or 211 locate courts, government agencies and other social services. FloridaLawHelp.org Legal Services of North Florida Legal Advice Hotline: People with legal questions or concerns not involving criminal or traffic matters and who meet income guidelines may call Monday-Thursday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m 385-0029; lsnf.org Tallahassee Bar Lawyer Referral Service Makes referral to a lawyer, with experience in the caller’s area of interest, who provides a half-hour consultation for $25. 222-3292, ext. 1; tallahasseebar.org Legal Aid Foundation of the Tallahassee Bar Association For civil cases only, provides legal counsel to persons unable to afford an attorney. 222-3292, ext. 2; tallahasseebar.org Legal Services of North Florida, Inc. Provides legal services to low-income persons. Legal assistance is not available for criminal cases or traffic matters. 385-9007; lsnf.org Tallahassee Senior Center Initial legal services provided by Legal Services of North Florida for
individuals 60+; available on Wednesdays by appointment. 891-4000; www.talgov. com/seniors Florida Senior Legal Helpline Provides free legal advice and brief services by phone to Florida residents 60+. 888-895-7873; elderaffairs.state.fl.us/English/ senior_legal_helpline.php
Elder law attorneys
Elder law attorneys focus on the variety of legal needs of the elderly. The three main areas that make up elder law include: n Estate planning and administration, including tax questions. n Medicaid, disability and other long-term care issues. n Guardianship, conservatorship and commitment matters, including fiduciary administration. However, there are numerous other issues that elder law attorneys deal with — all related to their specific focus, the elder client. For more information regarding elder law and how to select an elder law attorney, contact: National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys, Inc. 703-942-5711; naela.org
The National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys, Inc. is a nonprofit association that assists lawyers, bar organizations and others who work with older clients and their families. The website provides information about elder law and the broad areas covered, information on how to select an elder law attorney, and other valuable resources. Some attorneys have earned the designation
“Certified Elder Law Attorney (CELA).” The National Elder Law Foundation issues this certification. The national Elder Law Foundation was created by the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys Inc. CELA certified attorneys have the enhanced knowledge, skills and experience to be properly identified to the public as certified elder law attorneys. The National Elder Law Foundation has developed and publicized rules and regulations regarding certification. Attorneys who meet these rules and regulations, including passing an examination designed to demonstrate their special knowledge and skills, are certified as elder law attorneys. For more information about elder law certification, please visit the National Elder Law Foundation website at nelf.org. Local Elder Law Attorneys/Firms Meghan Daigle The Daigle Law Firm 201-8845 diaglelawfirm.com Email: mbdaigle@comcast.net Daniel W. Dobbins The Law Office of Daniel W. Dobbins, P.A. 222-1910 Email: dandobbins@nettally.com Stuart E. Goldberg and Amy Mason Collins Law Offices of Stuart E. Goldberg, P.L. 222-4000; 270-0411 stuartgoldbergpl.com Email: sgoldberg@stuartgoldbergpl.com; acollins@stuartgoldbergpl.com Kimberly L. King King & Wood 580-7711 kingandwoodlaw.com
DANCE
Email: kimking@kwlaw. us Victoria Heuler and Mary Wakeman McConnaughhay, Duffy, Coonrod, Pope & Weaver, P.A. 425-8161 mcconnaughhay.com Email: vheuler@mcconnaughhay.com; mwakeman@mcconnaughhay.com Lauchlin Waldoch, CELA and Jana McConnaughhay, CELA, P.A. Waldoch & McConnaughhay, P.A. 385-1246 mclawgroup.com Email: jana@mclawgroup.com; lauchlin@ mclawgroup.com Tracy P. Moye Moye Law Firm 224-6693 Website: moyelawfirm. com Steven Rachin The Law Office of Steven L. Rachin, P.A. 386-8833 rachinlaw.com Email: steven@rachinlaw.com Twyla Sketchley, CELA The Sketchley Law Firm, P.A. 894-0152 sketchleylaw.com Email: t.weilhammer@ gmail.com
More resources
Find Attorneys: lawyers.com, legalmach.com, lawyers.findlaw.com, afela.org Elder Affairs: elderaffairs.state.fl.us Note: This information is not guaranteed to be all-inclusive and does not imply endorsement of any persons, offices or agencies by Tallahassee Senior Services.
Evelyn Ross and Don Tavenner share a waltz at the USA Dance Charity Ball. SQUARE DANCE With nationally known caller Ken Bower ROUND DANCE with cuers David and Sandy Sturgis Capital Twirlers Square and Round Dance Club July 25 Early round at 7 p.m. Square dance at 7:30 p.m. $5. For info 8773286 CONTRA DANCE (Tallahassee Community Friends of Old Time Dance) Fun, energetic, easy dancing. No experience necessary. Families welcome! 7:30 – 10:30 p.m. unless otherwise noted. $7 adults; $5 students & seniors; $3 for 12 and under if dancing. Upcoming dances: Fri., July 22, Long Forgotten String Band, caller Vicki Morrison Fri., Aug 12, Greasy Stings, caller Tom Greene Fri., Aug 26, Aisha, Frank & Fred, caller Richard Hopkins Fri., Sept 9, Tanager, caller Vicki Morrison USA BALLROOM DANCE Free dance lesson with admission available 6:30 – 7:15 p.m., dances 7:30 – 10:30 p.m. $8 USA Dance members; $12 others. Sat., July 16, “Freedom Dance” Sat., Aug. 20, “School Daze ”
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ART EXHIBIT, SHOWCASE & CLASSES In this session of Watercolor for Beginners, students learn to use warm and cool colors to create a sense of depth in southern landscapes. The course also involves instruction in drawing and composition. Skill Level: Beginner $48 (55+); $60 others
The Galleries at TSC are open to the public Monday – Friday, 9 am – 9 pm. PERSONAL EXPRESSIONS EXHIBITION TSC Studio Artists gathered recently to celebrate a beautiful exhibit of watercolors. Juror Joe McFadden selected the following awards: Best of Show/Wendy Cummiski Award – Kay Kuhne; First Place – Mary Sterner Lawson; Second Place – Bill McKeown; Third Place – Tom Hart; Honorable Mentions – Linda Menke, Mikiko Tanaka, Ruth Draper and Mary C. Transou. Guests attending the reception voted for the People’s Choice Awards: Most Creative – Gwen Woods; Best Use of Color – Betty Sittig; Favorite Portrayal of People - Bill McKeown; Favorite Landscape – Bill McKeown; Favorite Floral – Mary Gambon; Overall Favorite – Tom Hart. Exhibition continues through July 22. SENIOR ART SHOWCASE This regional juried exhibition showcases the artwork of 75 senior-aged artists living throughout the Big Bend area. This was a competitive selection process with Mark Messersmith, FSU professor, selecting the artworks to be exhibited and award winners. Chosen artworks will be on display at the Old Armory Gallery on the first and second floors of TSC August 8 – September 23, and at the LeMoyne Center for the Visual Arts September 2 - 24. Both venues will host a public reception on Friday, September 2, 6 – 8:30 pm. More than $1,000 in
Exploring Watercolor Instructor: Bill Thompson Wednesdays, 6 – 8:30 p.m., Aug. 3 – Sept. 7 Instructor gives demonstrations and works with students individually to improve their understanding and skill level with watercolor painting. Learn techniques to make your paintings come alive with color and sparkle. Work from still life or photos in a variety of subjects. Skill Level: Beginner & Intermediate $48 (55+); $60 others TSC Instructor Rosemary Ferguson and artist Joe McFadden review his choices for Personal Expressions awards. awards will be announced during the TSC Foundation presentation beginning at 6:30 pm at TSC. The Old Armory Galleries at TSC are open to the public Monday – Friday, 9 a.m. – 9 p.m. UPCOMING ART WORKSHOPS Learn something new or sharpen old skills through a short-term special topic art class. Students are responsible for providing their own art supplies; lists for each class are available now. Registration required at least one week prior to class. Art workshops are taught at the Tallahassee Senior Center unless otherwise indicated. Call 8914016 for details and registration. Creating Clay Whistles
& Ocarinas - Advanced Handbuilding Instructor: Mark Fletcher, MFA Mondays, 12:30 – 3:30 p.m, Aug. 22, 29, Sept. 12, 19, 26, & Oct. 3 Using handbuilding techniques create simple whistles in clay and learn how to play them. This class is hands-on and will look at a variety of whistles and ocarinas, developing creative shapes yet functional and how to make music with them. Skill Level: Intermediate to Advanced (prior experience hand-building with clay is necessary). $48 (55+); $60 others Beginning Art/Drawing Instructor: Bart Frost Thursdays, 2 – 4:30 p.m, Aug. 4, 11, 18, 25, Sep.t 1 & 15 By learning a few basic
drawing skills anyone can draw. These skills can also be the foundation to work in any art medium. Skill Level: Beginner & Intermediate $48 (55+); $60 others Drawing Together Instructor: Bill Thompson Fridays, 9:30 – noon, Aug. 5, 12, 19, 26, Sept. 2 & 16 Learn and develop basic drawing techniques. Drawing is a versatile medium to enjoy and is also be the foundation to work in any art medium. Skill Level: Beginner & Intermediate $48 (55+); $60 others Watercolor for Beginners Instructor: Linda Pelc Tuesdays, 1 – 3:30 p.m., Aug. 16 – Sept. 20
Outreach Locations – Brought to you by Leon County Senior Outreach, a program of the Tallahassee Senior Foundation funded by the Leon County Board of County Commissioners Drawing & Painting Workshop - Chaires Community Center Instructor: Bart Frost Wednesdays, 1 – 3:30 p.m., Aug. 3 – Sept. 7 Learn techniques for working with oil paints, watercolors, soft pastels, charcoal or pencil. Beginning and intermediate students work in one or more of these creative mediums. Instructor provides individual assistance and demonstrations. Skill Level: Beginner & Intermediate $48 (55+); $60 others. Beginning Painting with Oils & Acrylics - Fort Braden Community Center
Instructor: Robert DeWitt Smith Thursdays 2 – 5 p.m., Aug. 11 – Sept. 15 Each session provides a demonstration and the opportunity to paint. Students learn to purposefully employ positive and negative shapes, line, color, and value in producing a painting. The class explores methods of creating lowcost/high quality painting surfaces. Students can explore abstract painting, as well as representational painting. Skill Level: Beginner $48 (55+); $60 others Draw with Your Eyes, Paint with Your Heart Bradfordville Historic Schoolhouse Instructor: Mark Fletcher Wednesdays 1:30 – 4 p.m., Aug. 24 – Sept. 28 Learn to draw what you see, not what you think you see. Use ink line for concept and structure, plus tonal watercolor washes for mood and volume. Skill Level: Beginner & Intermediate $48 (55+); $60 others Beginning Acrylics and Mixed Media Acrylics – Bradfordville Historic Schoolhouse Instructor: Randy Brienen Tuesdays 2:30 – 5 p.m., Aug. 9 – Sept. 13 Learn to paint with professional artist Randy Brienen. Students begin with easy and versatile acrylic paints and learn about other mixed media acrylics mediums and techniques. Skill Level: Beginner & Intermediate $48 (55+); $60 others For additional City of Tallahassee art classes call 891-3945 or visit talgov.com/parks.
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Tallahassee Senior Center July/August 2011
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JULY 11 - AUGUST 13, 2011 CALENDAR OF WEEKLY PROGRAMS MONDAY 8:00 8:30 9:00 9:00 9:15 9:30 10:00 10:00 10:00 10:30 10:30 11:00 11:30 12:00 12:00 1:00 1:00 1:30 1:30 1:30 2:30 5:15 5:30 6:30 6:30 7:00 7:00 7:00 7:30
Ladies Only Billiards Senior Fitness at Woodville Crafting Bee Portraiture Senior Fitness at Chaires-Capitola French: Continuing A Artistry in Clay Writing for Fun at Heritage Oaks French: Advanced Low Impact Senior Fitness at Chaires-Capitola Senior Fitness at Fort Braden French: True Beginning Salad Bar Senior Dining Quilting Bees Canasta Social Bridge at Bradfordville SHINE Insurance Counseling (by appt.) Brain-Body-Memory Balance Exercise Group French: Continuing B Quit Smoking NOW Beginning Line Dance Yoga Tallahassee Duplicate Bridge Zumba at Ft. Braden Debtors Anonymous Capital City Wood Carvers Capital Twirlers Square Dance Cap. Chordsmen
9:30am 2:00pm 2:00pm 9:00am 12:00pm 1:00pm 2:00pm 7:30pm 10:00am 11:00am 11:30am 6:00pm 6:00pm 10:00am 2:00pm 7:30pm 9:30am 2:00pm 9:00am 7:30pm
Monday, July 11 Brain Games Tutored Computer Lab Buddy Club Tuesday, July 12 MBOA Art Council Beginning Watercolor Tutored Computer Lab Stamp and Cover Club Wednesday, July 13 Hearing Screenings Healthy Living: Salads Diabetes Support Group at Smith-Williams USA Dance Board Meeting Calligraphy Thursday, July 14 Balance Screening Tutored Computer Lab Tal-Kug Computer Club Friday, July 15 Beginning Art Tutored Computer Lab Saturday, July 16 Zumba at Woodville USA Dance: Freedom Dance
TUESDAY 9:00 9:00 9:30 10:00 10:00 10:30 10:30 11:00 11:00 11:30 11:30 12:00 1:00 1:30 2:15 2:15 2:30 6:00 6:00 6:00 6:30 6:30 8:00
Watercolor Ceramics Life Exercise Blood Pressure Checks Brain-Body Balance at Optimist Park Senior Fitness – Beginners at Bradfordville Wii Bowling Seated Yoga Senior Counseling (by appointment) Senior Fitness – Intermediate at Bradfordville Salad Bar Senior Dining Senior Fitness at Bradfordville Capital City Duplicate Bridge Wii Games Ping-Pong Social Bridge at Heritage Oaks Guitar Drum Circle All Media Art Class at Heritage Oaks Capital Round Dance (7 pm on last Tues) Zumba at Ft. Braden SA Support
9:30am 11:00am 12:30pm 2:00pm 10:30am 11:00am 11:00am 12:00pm 1:00pm 1:00pm 2:00pm 6:00pm 6:00pm 8:30am 11:00am 1:00pm 2:00pm 3:00pm 5:30pm 6:00pm 10:30am 2:00pm
Monday, July 18 Brain Games Boys’ Choir Recital Ice Cream Social Tutored Computer Lab Tuesday, July 19 Reiki DOVA Luncheon Book Disc. Group Bookworm at Heritage Oaks Insight Low Vision Support Group Beginning Watercolor Tutored Computer Lab TDBC Board TEN Group Wednesday, July 19 Capital Coalition/Aging Senior Wellness Circle at Jake Gaither LCSO Advisory Council Mini-Tennis Demo Financial Planning Disc Golf Demo at Tom Brown Park Calligraphy Thursday, July 21 Drumming Tutored Computer Lab
WEDNESDAY 8:30 8:45 9:00 9:00 9:15 9:30 10:00 10:00 10:00 10:00 10:00 10:30 11:00 11:00 11:30 12:00 12:30 1:00 1:00 1:30 2:00 2:00 5:30 6:00 6:15 6:30 7:15
Senior Fitness at Woodville French: Continuing C Ceramics Nimble Fingers Senior Fitness at Chaires-Capitola Beginning Painting Oil & Acrylics Spanish: Beginning Seniors vs. Crime Beginning Tai Chi Blood Pressure Checks Glucose Screening Senior Fitness at Fort Braden Continuing Tai Chi Legal Services (by appt.) Salad Bar Senior Dining Bridge-a- Dears Oil & Acrylic Painting Draw, Paint, Enjoy! at Bradfordville Capital City Duplicate Bridge Mini-Tennis (begins 8/3) Brain-Body Balance at Heritage Oaks Yoga Spanish: Beginning (No Aug. classes) Pinochle Zumba at Ft. Braden Tallahassee Al-Anon Family Group
Friday, July 22 9:30am Beginning Art 11:00am Current Events Discussion Group 2:00pm Tutored Computer Lab 7:30pm Contra Dance Saturday, July 23 9:00am Zumba at Woodville CENTER CLOSED Monday, July 25 9:30am Brain Games 10:00am Techno-mania 2:00pm Tutored Computer Lab Tuesday, July 26 10:00am Massage 12:00pm GaP Advisory Board 1:00pm Beginning Watercolor 2:00pm Tutored Computer Lab Wednesday, July 27 11:00am Senior Wellness Circle at Southwood 12:00pm GaP (at LeRoy Collins Library) 12:00pm Foundation Board Meeting 2:00pm Buddy Club Thursday, July 28 10:00am Medication Review 11:00am Senior Wellness Circle at Jack McLean 2:00pm Tutored Computer Lab
THURSDAY 9:00 9:00 9:30 10:00 10:15 10:30 11:00 11:30 11:30 12:00 12:30 1:00 1:00 1:00 1:00 1:30 2:00 2:15 2:30 5:30 6:30 6:30 7:00 7:00
Ceramics Watercolor Life Exercise Blood Pressure Checks Low Impact Senior Fitness at Chaires-Capitola Senior Fitness – Beginners at Bradfordville Senior Counseling (by appointment) Senior Fitness – Intermediate at Bradfordville Salad Bar Senior Dining Canasta All Media Art Lab Line Dance Senior Fitness at Bradfordville French Study Capital City Duplicate Bridge Beginning Art Ping-Pong Spanish: Intermediate & Advanced (note time change) Zumba® Gold TDBC: Novice Bridge Zumba at Ft. Braden Writers Workshop Capital Chordsmen
Friday, July 29 Tutored Computer Lab Saturday, July 30 9:00am Zumba at Woodville CENTER CLOSED Monday, August 1 9:30am Brain Games Tuesday, August 3 10:30am Reiki 11:00am Book Discussion Group Wednesday, August 3 10:30am Senior Days Jake Gaither 1:00pm Draw/Paint at Chaires 3:00pm Insurance Policy Check-up Thursday, August 4 10:00am Pulse Oximetry 10:30pm Drumming 10:30am Miccosukee Senior Day 2:00pm Begin Painting at Ft. Braden Friday, August 5 ALL DAY: TDBC Tournament Saturday, August 6 9:00am Zumba at Woodville CENTER CLOSED Monday, August 8 2:00pm Buddy Club 6:00pm CONA Board 7:00pm Capital City Carvers 2:00pm
FRIDAY 9:00 9:00 9:00 9:15 10:00 10:00 10:00 11:00 11:00 11:00 11:30 12:00 1:00 1:00 2:00 5:30 6:30 7:00 7:00
Early Bird Bridge Tole & Folk Painting English as a 2nd Language Senior Fitness at Chaires-Capitola T.O.P.S. Beginning Tai Chi Social Bingo Continuing Tai Chi French: Advanced Chair Yoga Salad Bar Senior Dining Model Ship Building Figure Studio Dancing for Fun Beginning Ballroom & Swing Dance Lessons Capital City Duplicate Bridge Tallahassee Al-Ano Beginners Group Tallahassee Al-Anon Family Group
9:00am 12:00pm 2:30pm 7:30pm 10:00am 10:30am 11:00am 11:30am 1:00pm 10:30am 2:00pm 7:30pm 11:00am 7:30pm 9:00am 10:30am
Tuesday, August 9 MBOA Art Council Begin Acrylics at Bradfordville Stamp and Cover Club Wednesday, August 10 Screenings/ Phones for Hearing Impaired Senior Day at Bradfordville “Delicious Dining Out” Diabetes Support Group at Smith-Williams Painting at Chaires Thursday, August 11 Woodville Senior Day Begin Painting at Ft. Braden Tal-Kug Computer Club Friday, August 12 Current Events Discus-sion Group Contra Dance Saturday, August 13 Zumba at Woodville GaP Back-to-School Expo