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Gain insight on wellness resources Medicare appointments FiftyForward Supportive Care Services The Larry Keeton Theatre performances and dates Inclement Weather Policy FiftyForward Travel Annual Shinn Digg Annual Christmas Craft Fair and Bargain Basement Sale FiftyForward Fresh/Meals Food Drive
Community Resources • We are collecting nonperishable food items for those in need. Bring all donated items to the front office. • If you have travel size toiletries including toothpaste, shampoo, etc. drop them in the box located in the front lobby. • The Metro Police Christmas Charity box is located in our front lobby. You can donate unwrapped toys for children in need.
There’s something for everyone at FiftyForward “As the hustle and bustle of the holidays begins, it is important that we reach out to friends who might need some positivity and fellowship in their lives.
Dec. 12, 8:30-9:30 a.m. Call the center, 615-376 -0102 for more information.
At our centers we see many groups led by women who are doing fun, creative projects. Social trends demonstrate women are very social creatures, and often create long, lasting bonds. The same can be said of men. Many centers are recognizing the need to create those opportunities for men to gather to form friendships and to support one another. Dan Surface, a Friends Learning in Pairs (FLIP) volunteer, was featured in our September Forward Focus. When he retired, he wondered about his next chapter and then organized a group to gather men together to support one another in retirement and beyond. The Retired Men’s Group: Refiring your Life at FiftyForward Knowles was born. One of their first goals was to support FiftyForward member Joe Murray in his lifelong goal to skydive. (Read about it here: https://fiftyforward.org/newsroom/forwardfocus/
In support of other men’s groups and activities, FiftyForward Madison Station recently held a pool tournament and invited FiftyForward Donelson Station members to compete. They had 32 participants, 16 from each center. It was a chance for the men’s pool groups to have some friendly competition. The final match was between Jerry Farley (FiftyForward Madison Station) and Ray Warrick (FiftyForward Donelson Station). Ray won! One of the members had the fun trophy created, What the general population in Nashville may which was awarded to Ray, but will be awarded not know is that there are several groups for to the winner of the men at our centers that offer men a chance to next tournament. convene and enjoy fellowship. Coincidentally, Jerry At FiftyForward Martin Center, men meet for and Ray have known breakfast every other month to develop each other since friendships and support one another. Center grade school – so Director Jodi Theobald says she started the they have a long group to honor her grandpa. She recounts, history together. If “He would go down to a small restaurant in our you are interested Jerry (L) awards Ray the prized trophy — all in good little town every morning. They had a table in playing pool fun! there where all the men sat, had breakfast, and with these funtalked about anything and loving guys, call everything.” The group is the centers or show up! a way “to keep the spirit These three groups welcome other men to and energy of those times join them to create a safe, welcoming place – alive.” Usually 15 men for lively discussion, games, fellowship and attend but welcome more support. We hope that more men will join to join them. The next FiftyForward and realize it’s a place for gathering is Thursday, everyone, men and women alike.
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In Our Facility... Three Fitness Rooms Cardio Room-Treadmills, ellipticals, stationary bikes, weights, TV and music. • Resistance TrainingStationary weight machine, single station equipment. • Exercise Room-TRX and resistance bands, bosu balls, dumbbells, and more used with offered classes. •
Billiards Room Three tables, cues and balls. Computer Lounge Check your email and social media on the four PCs available to members only. Big screen TV, too! SOCIAL HALL Enjoy coffee with friends. Play cards, Bingo or Mah Jong. Vending, microwave and refrigerator available. RENTAL SPACE Having a party? Need a venue? We rent our space. Call for availability and pricing.
Businesses Located inside our building include: The Donelson Café and Catering Mark Dickerson & Kevin Miehlke, Owners Open 10:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. This is open to the public and can be reserved for special events (weddings, parties, graduations, etc.). Delicious homemade specials include a meat and two sides for $5.95. They also make deli sandwiches, fresh salads and soups. To place an order for pick-up or catering call 615-812-3802. Ladies and Gents Salon Full service salon for hair and nails. Includes haircuts, perms, color, highlights, manicures and pedicures. Stylists names and phone numbers: Eva, 615-406-6583 Gwen, 615-243-5371 Iva, 615-593-7602 Tonya, 615-579-0101
Recreational Activities We have a variety of recreational activities that stimulate your brain and improve cognitive functions. It’s also a way to meet other members. Check these out: Mondays American Mah-Jong, 2:30 p.m. Brain Games (trivia), 1 p.m. Tuesdays Bridge, 10 a.m. Texas Hold ‘Em, 4 p.m. Bridge Class, 2 p.m. Chess, 2 p.m.
Silver Sneakers
FiftyForward Donelson Station is a basic Silver Sneakers® site. Silver Sneakers® is a health and fitness program designed for adults 65+ that’s included with many Medicare Advantage plans. If you have Silver
Free Wi-Fi Look for the FiftyForward Guest Network on your device and use 50Forward Wednesdays Bingo, 12:30 p.m. as the password. Rummikub, 1:30 p.m.
Sneakers®, your membership
Lions Club Recycle reusable prescription eye glasses in the yellow bin located on the front porch.
plan, our staff will be happy to
The Little Library Donated by the E’Levate class of 2019. Take a book or donate one!
Thursdays Cribbage, 9 a.m. Chinese Mah-Jong, 10 a.m. Fridays (2nd Friday of each month) Beginner’s Pool Lessons, 2 p.m. Fridays (1st and 3rd Fridays) Bowling 2 p.m.
with FiftyForward Donelson Station is FREE. If you don’t know if you carry this particular check for you.
FiftyForward Donelson Station 108 Donelson Pike Nashville, TN 37214 615-883-8375 www.FiftyForward.org Center Hours Mon.-Thurs., 7:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Friday, 7:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Staff Lisa Maddox Center Director lmaddox@fiftyforward.org Kelly Lavely Office/Volunteer Manager klavely@fiftyforward.org Melanie Pennington Office Assistant mpennington@fiftyforward.org John Martin Office Assistant jmartin@fiftyforward.org Janice Judd Travel Coordinator jjudd@fiftyforward.org Ada Suarez-Blash Care Manager (Mon., 9 a.m.- 4:30 p.m.) by appointment only. asuarezblash@fiftyforward.org
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Letter from the Center Director Happy Holidays! We are excited for our annual Holiday Craft Fair and Bargain basement Sale! Join us for food, friends, bargains and the Donelson Hermitage Christmas parade on December 14. We have a few booths still available, so stop by and register for one today. This year we are going to have our very own float in the parade! We need volunteers to help decorate our float on December 7. Sign up if you are interested. Make sure you are aware of our inclement weather policy. ALWAYS call before you come to make sure the center doors are open The auto attendant voicemail will be updated on days when weather is questionable. Our first priority is the safety of our members and staff. Metro Police Christmas Charities will place a bin inside our front lobby requesting unwrapped toys for kids 12 and under. This is a wonderful charity that we have participated in for years. I wish you all a wonderful holiday season and look forward to some time off. I am excited for new adventures in 2020! Blessings, Lisa Maddox, Center Director
Many thanks to our sponsors:
FiftyForward membership When you join FiftyForward, you can participate in the hundreds of programming activities across seven centers. Membership is $12/ month or $144/year and scholarships are available. To learn more, talk with your center staff and fill out an application. You will be eligible for program discounts on trips, special programs and classes.
We look forward to meeting you!
Gain insight and details on all of these trips at https://fiftyforward.org/ travel/
August 12-19, 2020: Nova Scotia
Sept. 14-17, 2020: Everything Elvis (details TBD) Dec. 30-Jan. 4: Rose Parade New Year Cost: $2,950 pp/dbl includes all tours, roundtrip airfare, five nights’ lodging, nine meals, and motor coach transportation. Apr. 3-9, 2020: Cherry Blossom Festival, Washington D.C. Cost: $2,789 pp/dbl
Shinn Digg Trip The annual Shinn Digg event for seniors will be
December 19 at Lipscomb University. This wonderful event sponsored by The George Shinn Foundation is making a difference among the
Call Janice Judd at 615-231-1235 to make your reservation for trips. Nonmembers pay an additional 10 percent.
people it serves. This years Shinn Digg will be packed with holiday songs sung by members of the Grand Ole Opry including Charlie McCoy and Jeannie Sealy. The lunch is always delicious and there are lots of door prizes too! We only have a limited number of tickets available — 14 that are able to ride the van and 11 tickets for those who are able to drive on their own. We ask that if you do sign up for this event and are NOT able to
Apr. 28-May 6, 2020: Tulip River Cruise, featuring Dutch and Belgian Waterways . Cost: Cabins range from $4,199 -$7,099
attend, we need to know. We always have a
May 14-16, 2020: Billy Graham Museum Cost: $475pp/dbl June 8-11, 2020: Creation Museum and Ark Encounter
The doors will open at 11 a.m. Sign up with staff
waiting list because this event is so popular. If you sign up for the bus, we will leave here at 10:30 a.m. and I suggest the drivers do the same. or a volunteer.
July 15-21, 2020: Mt. Rushmore (details TBD)
On the Road with FiftyForward On the Road takes a winter hiatus in January and February due to unpredictable, inclement weather, but be sure to check the January newsletter for our March trip.
Due to the holidays and the time we are closed this month, Lunchbunch and Mystery Lunch will resume in January. Happy holidays to all!
Cigna offers a wealth of educational programming across the Agency. Center members are free to attend any session. Please RSVP to the presenting center. Center
Date/Time
Subject
FiftyForward Bordeaux
Dec. 8, at 10:30 a.m.
Flu/Pneumonia
FiftyForward College Grove
Dec. 12, at 11:30 a.m. Diabetes
FiftyForward Donelson Station
Dec. 16, 9:30 a.m.
Flu/Pneumonia
FiftyForward J. L. Turner Center
Dec. 9, 10 a.m.
Getting active
FiftyForward Knowles
Dec. 10 at 10 a.m.
Basics of Medicare
FiftyForward Madison Station
Dec. 2 at 10 a.m.
Arthritis
FiftyForward Martin Center
Dec. 4 at 12 :30 p.m.
Getting Active
Have you heard about the new All of Us Research Program from the National Institutes of Health? This new exciting program seeks to enroll 1,000,000 participants from diverse backgrounds to improve the health of future generations. If you are interested in joining but have more questions or would like some assistance in enrolling, please make an appointment with us! FiftyForward All of Us team members will be offering monthly one-on-one appointments here. They will be on site every 4th Tuesday, 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m. starting Jan. 28, 2020 to answer questions and offer technology assistance with online enrollment. Sign up at the Center and become “One in a Million” with the All of Us Research Program!
Come visit the FiftyForward All of Us Cookie Caravan! Come find out more about the program by visiting us at the All of Us Cookie Caravan this month! Trained staff will be here to talk about the program, answer questions, provide iPads and laptops for enrollment, and of course, hand out free Christie Cookies & cocoa! Come see the “Cookie Caravan” at the center on Tuesday, Dec.17, 1 p.m. RSVP is limited to the first 30 signups. Free cookies and cocoa provided by FiftyForward!
December Medicare Appointments Open enrollment ends December 7, so if you have any questions regarding your Medicare plan make an appointment with American Republic Ins. on Dec. 4 or contact a Medicare advisor (See contact information below):
American Republic Insurance
Dec. 4 at 9 a.m.– 5 p.m.
Appointments
Humana
Juan Beraldi
615-495-1838
United Health Care
Margaret Higginbotham
952-202-4031
Groogan Insurance Group
Ronda Groogan
615-462-5603
American Republic Insurance
Dee Stoffer
615-772-8111
American Senior Benefits
Lauren Cheever
615-727-2988
Amerigroup
Candice Cokefair
615-854-1143
Policies About Signing up Trip Requirements and Credit Policies To ensure members have adequate opportunity to attend trips for Trips: Since the mystery lunch and the lunchbunch trips fill up so quickly, we ask that if you have been on this trip consecutively the last three months, please allow others member to sign up. This allows those who have been unable to sign up get a chance to experience these trip and meet other members. Also, FiftyForward Donelson Station will only allow individuals to sign up two people at a time for trips. To clarify, you may call and sign up yourself and your husband or wife or yourself and a friend, but it is limited to ONLY two people. You may NOT call up, stop in, sign up for or pay for more than two people. This has caused some problems with one person taking up multiple spots on the van and then often canceling. We are trying to be fair to all members that enjoy taking trips. This has been approved by the Advisory Council and the Program Committee.
Trip Suggestions If you have any trip ideas, make sure to tell Lisa Maddox or drop a note in the trip suggestion box outside of her office. We are always open to suggestions and know these are a great asset to our membership. Sing Along Choir-We Need You! The Sing Along Choir needs new members! They practice once a week on Fridays at 11 a.m. and perform at local nursing and assisted living facilities once a month. They have lots of fun and bring joy to those they visit. There are no auditions, just show up!!!
and events and that staff time and center resources are properly utilized, the following polices must be followed: • All trips require a minimum of five people. Trips not meeting the minimum number will be cancelled 24 hours in advance and credit will be given to those already signed up. • If you choose to meet the bus at a destination, you will be charged $2 to offset the bus fee. This fee does not apply if the bus is full. • When you sign up for a trip or presentation/event, you are making a commitment to this activity and are responsible for putting it on your calendar and showing up on time. • If you cancel 24 hours before a trip occurs, you will receive a credit toward another trip. • CREDITS ARE AVAILABLE ONLY FOR 90 DAYS. • A ticketed trip/event will not be refunded or credited unless someone takes your place from the waiting list or by someone you recruit. • Cancelling or not showing up for three or more trips within a month will result in being placed on a waiting list the following month for all trips. • Please note the bus departure time and plan accordingly. Drivers will not wait! • There are no cash refunds for any trips/events.
Inclement Weather Policy– IMPORTANT! If Metro schools are closed OR delayed, we will NOT be open for ANY programming, classes, events or scheduled trips. This includes pool players, jewelry classes, exercise classes, individual workouts, etc. DO NOT come to the center until we have reopened the doors. You can check our status by calling 615-883-8375 and listen to our automated voicemail. Staff and member safety is most important.
DECEMBER TRIPS AND EVENTS Seat at the Table: Tues., Dec. 3 , 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. The Faith and Culture Center invites you to step out of your bubble and connect with people you wouldn’t normally meet. These small gatherings offer the intimacy of a home setting with a catered meal and structured conversation. Attending an ASATT is more than an educational experience—it’s a personal one. Expect to share stories, ask questions, and break boundaries as you reach across the table in friendship and forge new relationships. Space is limited to 10 people so sign up quickly with staff or a volunteer. Free to attend. American Republic Insurance Medicare Appts.: Wed., Dec. 4, 9 a.m.-5 pm. Dee Stoffer will be here to help you with any last minute changes to your Medicare plan before the end of open enrollment on December 7. Make sure you are getting the best plan for the money. Make an appointment with a volunteer or staff member. Nashville Public Television presents “Legal Help”: Thurs. Dec. 5, 10 a.m. We often think of legal issues in terms of documents such as wills, powers of attorney and advance directives. The reality is legal help for older adults means navigating a society that is unprepared for both the number and the longevity of older adults living in America. Just over half of all seniors have had at least one civil legal problem in the last year and 87 percent of older adults seeking legal assistance had difficulty finding or affording it. The likelihood of facing legal issues rises for older adults in rural areas, veterans and those living in poverty. Yet the benefits or resources that are available for older adults are often underutilized. NPT Reports Aging Matters: Legal Help will shed light on those resources and identify places to turn when legal assistance is needed. Sign up with staff or a volunteer. Free to attend. Equipment Orientation: Friday, Dec. 6, 10 a.m. Certified Senior Fitness Instructor Ronald Ruffin will conduct a training on our exercise equipment located in the cardio room and the resistance training room. This is a great time to learn how to use the equipment properly and ask any questions about getting started. This is FREE! Sign up with a volunteer or staff. Christmas Earrings Class: Fri., Dec. 6, 10 a.m. Experienced jewelry maker, Katie Plummer, will teach you how to make beautiful Christmas earrings which make great gifts. Each person will make five pairs. You can even make clip that are not for pierced ears. No experience required! The
cost is $25 and includes all materials. Sign up with staff or a volunteer. Parade Float Volunteers: Sat., Dec. 7 at 10 a.m. We are so excited to participate in the Donelson/Hermitage parade this year and we need your help decorating our float. You will not have to be outside for this, we will be decorating in the back of our building. Sign up to help with a volunteer or staff member. Canvas Painting: Monday, Dec. 9 at 2 p.m. Follow step-by-step instructions on how to paint this month’s canvas with professional artist Kara Williamson. A picture of your project is the holiday scenic one pictured here. The cost is $25 and includes all materials. Sign up with staff or a volunteer. Tax Freeze/Tax Relief Presentation: Tues., Dec. 10, 10 a.m. If you are a metro homeowner and over 65, check your property tax bill because you may have received some good news with your tax notice. You may be entitled to some tax relief if your 2018 income was limited. Here are the two programs that you may qualify for : Tax Freeze—a program for those 65 and older with incomes below $42,620. It locks in the amount of your current tax bill. Tax Relief—a program for those 65 and older with incomes below $29,860. Property owners will get a waiver to pay lower taxes. Also check if you received a bright orange document in your bill. It means the homeowner has previously qualified and needs to renew by signing and returning the form. The deadline is the end of February. Sign up with staff or a volunteer to learn more about this program. Summit Audiology: Tues., Dec. 10, 11:15 a.m. Audiologist Mitch Vest offers FREE hearing exams. Summit has advanced technologies and a complete service warranty with damage/loss coverage. Get a 30-day trial, free inoffice cleanings, repairs/adjustments and free annual testing. They accept many insurances. Make an appointment with a volunteer or staff. Movie at Rutland Place: Tues., Dec. 10. Enjoy a movie in the Independent Living Facility’s own theatre. They are such great hosts by providing drinks, popcorn and candy too. We will decide on a movie by December 6. Leave the center at 12:30 p.m. The cost is $5 for the bus.
TRIPS/EVENTS CONTINUED... Holiday Safety Presentation: Wed., Dec. 11, 10 a.m. The holidays are a time to celebrate with family, friends and give thanks for our good fortunes. Unfortunately, holidays can also be a time when mishaps occur. Learn how to stay safe and take precautions so that you can have a happy holiday season. This is FREE! Sign up with staff or a volunteer.
Cigna Presents “Healthier Together” Presentation and Breakfast: Mon., Dec. 16, 9:30 a.m. Cigna will present on Flu and Pneumonia and how to stay safe from both as we age. They will also provide breakfast. This is FREE! Sign up with staff or a volunteer.
American Lung Association Presentation: Tues., Dec. 17, 10 a.m. This educational presentation will touch on lung cancer and lung disease. Over one million Tennesseans Oncology and Esthetics: Thurs., Dec. 12, 10 a.m. Many face lung disease. Learn more about this important topic. cancer survivors find that their appearance is affected with This is FREE! Sign up with staff or a volunteer. this cancer and treatments. Radiation and chemotherapy All of Us Cookie Caravan: Tues., Dec. 17, 1 p.m. Learn can affect your hair, skin and nails. One of the many about the All of Us National Research Program while benefits of Oncology Esthetics is that it can positively enjoying Christie’s cookies and hot cocoa. This is a great affect the psychology of the patient, helping to improve time to get involved in such an essential research their self-image. Learn tips from Professional Oncology program. Sign up with staff or a volunteer. Esthetician, Colleen Fowler, on how to regain your appearance and feel confident. This is FREE! Sign up with staff or a volunteer. Eddie K. Christmas Extravaganza Concert: Wed., Dec. 18 at 10 a.m. Don’t miss Eddie K. from the famous country Supper Club: Thurs., Dec. 12. The dinner gang is headed band, Montgomery Gentry, perform on our stage sharing to Amerigo on Broadway to enjoy delicious authentic classic holiday songs. There will be sponsors and of course, Italian food. Start out with bruschetta or calamari. Dinner lots of door prizes too! This is FREE! Invite your friends and options include pasta carbonara, ravioli, tortellini, special family. Sign up with staff or a volunteer. pizzas, ribeyes, salmon fillets and more. Prices range from $10-$34. The cost for the bus is $6. Leave the center at 5 Christmas Lunch at with The Donelson Café: Wed., Dec. p.m. Sign up with staff or a volunteer. 18 at 11:30 a.m. Stick around after the Eddie K. show and Shopping in Franklin: Fri., Dec. 13. Enjoy some holiday shopping at The Painted Tree Marketplace in Franklin. The Painted Tree is a creative community of shoppes featuring hundreds of local shop owners, boutiques, decorators, artisans and more! Shop home décor, fashions, and soaps ! Enjoy a late breakfast at Biscuit Love too! The cost is $7. Leave the center at 9:30 a.m.
have a Holiday lunch provided by The Donelson Café. The cost is $8. Sign up with staff or a volunteer. Shinn Digg: Thurs., Dec. 19. This is a FREE popular annual Christmas event sponsored by The George Shinn Foundation and takes place at Lipscomb University. Enjoy music from Opry legends such as Jeannie Sealy and Charlie McCoy. Door prizes and a delicious lunch is served too. We have enough tickets for 14 to ride on the bus and 11 extra tickets for some to drive on their own, so sign up quickly with staff or a volunteer. The cost for the bus is $5. Leave the center at 10:30 a.m.
Annual Craft Fair and Bargain Basement Sale: Sat., Dec. 14, 8 a.m.– 4 p.m. This annual event is so much fun and everyone is invited! Enjoy handmade items from vendors inside our building. Check out the jewelry sale in our conference room where everything is $6. Browse through all of the treasures in our Bargain Basement. Stick around and watch the parade at 2 p.m. from our lobby or parking ** Mystery Lunch and Lunchbunch will resume in lot. Enjoy breakfast or lunch at The Donelson Café. We still January, 2020. have a few vendor spots available too! The Pet Community Center will also be in our parking lot offering low cost vaccinations, flea/tick treatments, microchips and more! No appointment necessary. Don’t miss this wonderful event!
FiftyForward Supportive Care Services
structured activities in a supportive and enriching environment.
Whether you are a caregiver looking for respite or need FiftyForward Conservatorship 615-743-3436 Called the “gold guidance on accessing services in the community, standard” by a local attorney, this program makes decisions FiftyForward Supportive Care Services staff are here to help! when an older adult can no longer do so and has no one to Some of our services include: help. Through court appointment, FiftyForward can serve as conservator of person and/or finances. FiftyForward Care Team 615-743-3436 Providing older adults and caregivers access to services and peace of mind by caring Victory Over Crime professionals who are available 24/7. The Care Team can This FREE program supports older adults who have been a provide a professional assessment of your loved one’s needs, victim of crime. Caring professionals help victims overcome help in selecting and purchasing services such as in-home or traumatic crimes such as neglect, financial exploitation, residential care, on-going monitoring of care, accompanying domestic violence, sexual assault, mail/phone fraud, burglary customers to appointments, and other individualized tasks. and physical abuse. These services include Care Management, Legal Advocacy and Counseling support. For FiftyForward Living at Home Care Management more information, call 615-743-3417. This no-cost program for low income older adults offers inhome assessments to connect them with services that meet FiftyForward Fresh/Meals on Wheels their specific needs (food, housing, transportation, health This program provides individuals in need with nutrient care, counseling, etc.). dense home-delivered meals and daily visits from caring Davidson County: 615-743-3416 volunteers in specific areas in Davidson County. Meals may Williamson County: 615-376-4334 be provided at no cost to individuals with qualifying low incomes or can be purchased ($5 per meal). Can make FiftyForward Adult Day Services 615-463-2266 Located in referrals to other areas. Green Hills, this social model licensed day program assists 615-463-2264 those with health and/or memory issues to participate in
FLIP Program (Friends Learning in Pairs) Did you know that 65% of America’s fourth graders do not read at a proficient level? FiftyForward Learning in Pairs program is seeking volunteers to help children grades K-4 who need assistance in reading or math. Time commitment includes a once a week visit at your student's school for 2 hours throughout the school year. Contact Lisa Hill for more information at 615-622-9867.
Want to be a part of the Peanut Butter Gang? FiftyForward Fresh needs your help! In preparation for the winter months ahead, we are holding an Emergency Food Bag Drive. These foods are for older adults who struggle to get out of the house during winter. They need soups, fruit cups, fruit bars, creamy peanut butter and instant oatmeal. You can drop the items off at: 3511 Belmont Blvd, Nashville, TN 37115. Call Sharie Loik for more information 615463-224. The need is greater than ever!
About FiftyForward Established in 1956, FiftyForward supports, champions and enhances life for those 50 and older. As a nonprofit operating seven lifelong learning centers –- two in Williamson and five in Davidson County -– FiftyForward offers educational, health and wellness, arts and volunteer programs to engage older adults. FiftyForward also provides comprehensive supportive services and access to resources including FiftyForward Adult Day Services, FiftyForward Fresh/Meals on Wheels as well as the FiftyForward Care Team offering care assessment and services for older adults. FiftyForward Travel offers adventures (regional and international) and the Senior Center for the Arts and The Larry Keeton Theatre, a subsidiary of FiftyForward, feature performing arts for all ages. Get social with us - friend us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter and Instagram. Learn more about FiftyForward resources and volunteer opportunities by visiting: www.fiftyforward.org.
Center-based wellness resources Grief Support Group: Meets on the 1st Sunday of the month, 2 p.m. at Dodson Chapel United Methodist Church. This is a free support group for those dealing with the stages of grief. Meet with others who are journeying through the same processes in a safe and confidential environment. The Group also plays cards on the 4th Thursday at 9:30 a.m. in the social hall. Caregiver Support Group: Meets the 4th Monday of each month at 5:30 p.m. Everyone is welcome. Pat Gates, facilitator and published author, can be reached at pegates@bellsouth.net Equipment Orientation: Meets the first Friday of each month at 10 a.m. Ronald Ruffin, Certified Personal Trainer, will show you how to properly use the exercise equipment.
Summit Audiology: The Audiologist is here on the 2nd Tuesday of each month from 11:15 a.m.–1 :15 p.m. offering FREE hearing exams. Nake an appointment with staff or a volunteer. Weight Watchers: Meets on Tuesday evenings at 5:30 p.m. in our conference room. Call Reassurance for the Homebound: We have a volunteer who calls once a week and checks on those who are homebound. If you know an older adult who needs this service, let Kelly Lavely, Office/Volunteer Manager know. The Nail Spot: Receive FREE toe nail trimmings and pedicures from The Nail Spot located across the street at 113 Donelson Pike. This is ONLY for those who are unable to do this on their own. No appointment is needed, just show up. The date for October is Oct. 21 from 10 a.m.– 3 pm..
Medicare Counseling: For help with your Medicare questions, call 1-877-801-0044, email tn.ship@ tn.gov, or visit tnmedicarehelp.com.
The Larry Keeton Theatre Our next production is It’s a Wonderful Life, The Musical and runs from December 5-22. Based on the classic Frank Capra film It’s a Wonderful Life starring James Stewart, the story closely follows the original plot, set in 1945, telling the story of a suicidal man whose guardian angel reveals to him how different the world and everyone whose life he has touched would be had he never been born. This musical version is wonderful for all ages. Shows are Thursday, Friday and Saturday with dinner served at 6 p.m. and the show at 7 p.m. Sunday matinees begin with lunch at 1 p.m. and the show at 2 p.m. Tickets are $32 for the dinner and the show. Show only options and salmon upgrades are available. Ask about our group pricing. You may call us to purchase tickets at 615-8838375 or online at www.thelarrykeetontheatre.org. Check out our 2019-2020 season: It’s a Wonderful Life Dec. 5-22 MTGMS Jewelry School Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat The Middle Tennessee Gem and Mineral Society Feb. 13-29, 2020 offers 30+ jewelry classes quarterly at Mamma Mia April 16-May 2, 2020 FiftyForward Donelson Station. Classes include silversmithing, faceting, lapidary, wire-wrapping, The Little Mermaid June 11-27, 2020 Thank you to our presenting sponsor McKendree Village. basic stone carving, chain maille and lots of 1-2 day workshops. Discounted prices for members range from $10-$30 per class. Their rock and gem meeting is at 3 p.m. on the 3rd Sunday. Everyone is welcome. For more information on classes visit www.mtgms.org.