Health & Fitness
The Tallahassee Senior Services Health Program offers seniors the resources to continue a lifestyle of active aging through low or no-cost preventive health care and education. The Center's Health Program Coordinator, a registered nurse, facilitates a variety of preventive health screenings. The nurse is also available to assist seniors with accessing medical services available in the community. Volunteer nurses and aides provide additional helping hands and administrative support.
Health Happenings
Unless otherwise noted, Health Happenings presentations are from 11:00am - 12:00n in the Tallahassee Senior Center Dining Room.
Brown Bag Pharmacy Consultation
Monday, November 17, 1:00 - 4:00pmDo you take over-the-counter or prescription medications? Are you concerned about drug interactions or side effects? Are you wondering how to get maximum benefit from your drug regimen? FAMU College of Pharmacy is offering this one-on-one opportunity to review and ask questions about your medications. Call 891-4045 to schedule your appointment.
All About Spinal Stenosis
Wednesday, November 19, 11:30amDr. Sean Fitzgerald, Capital Regional Spine Center, will present the latest diagnosis techniques and treatment options for the common causes of back pain among seniors.
The Medical ID Card Blitz
Monday, December 1, 11:00am, Dining Room; Tuesday, December 2, 9:30am, AuditoriumWhy carry a medical ID card in your pocket or wallet? Come and learn why. Cards will be distributed free to participants.
Doctor in the House Series
Wednesday, December 10, 11:45am - 1:00pm, Brown Bag Lunch"Geriatricians: Physicians Who Understand the Special Needs of Seniors," by Dr. Mervin Wallace, Geriatrician, CRMC. Your relationship with your physician is an important one, especially as we grow older and our needs and issues change. Dr. Wallace explains how geriatricians differ from other physicians and how to know the right choice.
Nutrition for Seniors Series
Monday, January 5 - January 26, 11:00am - 12:00nThis unique four-week course is a partnership with Capital Health Plan. Designed to address the many issues and questions that older adults have about healthy eating, this series is taught by engaging speaker and registered dietician, Melissa Dancer Brown. Attend one or all classes. Bring a friend.
- January 5: "Keeping the Resolutions: Starting the New Year Right"
- January 12: "Healthy Eating for Whatever Ails You: Living with Diabetes, Hypertension, Obesity or High Cholesterol"
- January 19: "Eating for One or Two on a Limited Budget"
- January 26: "Common Misconceptions about Nutrition: What Are Your Issues?"
Health Screenings and Services
- Blood Pressure Screenings: Tuesday - Thursday, 10:00am - 12:00n
- Glucose Screenings: Wednesday, 10:00am - 12:00n
- Glaucoma Screenings: 2nd Thursday, 11:00am - 12:00n
- Vision Screenings: 2nd Tuesday, 9:30 - 11:30am
- Hearing Screenings: 2nd Wednesday, 9:30 - 11:30am
- Pulse Oximetry: 1st Thursday, 10:00am - 12:00n
Fitness
Please note a $1 donation is requested for each class, unless otherwise noted.
Brain-Body Balance Stretch and Relaxation Class
Teaches strategies to enhance attention, focus, balance, energy, self-esteem and memory while using exercise techniques that include relaxation, stretching and simple brain retrieval to improve learning. Low impact, seated exercise.
- Monday, 1:30 - 2:30pm at Tallahassee Senior Center
- Wednesday, 2:00 - 3:00pm at Heritage Oaks
Chair Yoga
Tuesday, 11:00am - 12:00n
Increase flexibility and strength, improve balance, and find an overall sense of inner relaxation and peace. This is a gentle yoga exercise that everyone can do.
Club50 Workout Buddies - 3111 Mahan Drive Monday
Friday, 7:00 - 9:00am; 12:00n - 3:00pm; 6:00 - 7:00pm
Saturday, 8:00am - 2:00-pm
Club50 offers a 30-minute workout circuit on hydraulic resistance training fitness equipment that accommodates any level of fitness. The program focuses on combining cardiovascular and strength training. Tallahassee Senior Foundation members pay $3 per workout with no club membership required.
Feldenkrais
Friday, 11:00am - 12:00n
Beneficial for those experiencing chronic or acute pain of the back, neck, shoulder, hip, legs or knee, as well as healthy individuals who wish to enhance their self-image.
Life Exercise
Tuesday and Thursday, 9:30 - 10:30am
Low impact aerobics, flexibility, mobility, range of motion, small hand weights and stretching for participants at all levels. Chairs are available for individuals desiring to sit.
Oasis Fitness for Women - 1891 Capital Circle NE
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 9:30 - 10:15am
Circuit training exercise facility for women only. Tallahassee Senior Foundation members may work out on a drop-in basis for $2.50 and are not committed to a club membership.
Seated Massage and Reiki
Reiki -
Alternating Tuesdays, 10:30 - 12:00n
Massage - Alternating Fridays, 10:00am - 12:00n
Reiki by Susie Howell, Reiki Master; Massage by Jonathan Walker, LMT and Norma Reesor, LTM.
Taoist Tai-Chi
Wednesday and Friday, 10:00 - 11:00am (Beginning)
Wednesday and Friday, 11:00am - 12:00n (Continuing)
Focuses on health enhancement with slow, graceful movements that stretch and strengthen the entire body. For class levels and new class start dates, please call 891-4000. Visit the Taoist Tai Chi Society at www.taoist.org. $2 donation.
Vitalife Group Exercise Class
Tuesday and Thursday, 4:00 - 5:00pm
Sixty-minute, low-impact, total body workout sessions designed for active adults, incorporating aerobic, strength, balance and flexibility modalities. Suggested donation: $1.
Water Aerobics at City of Tallahassee Pools
Visit our Aquatics section to see dates, fees and times.
Water Aerobics at TOSPT - 3334 Capital Medical Blvd.
Monday, 5:30pm
Tuesday & Thursday, 2:00 - 3:00pm
Friday, 5:00pm
Classes held in a heated, indoor therapy pool. Tallahassee Senior Foundation members: $3 for one person or $5 for two people per visit.
Yoga
Monday and Wednesday, 5:30 - 7:00pm
Learn the ancient art of Iyengar and Discovery inspired Hatha Yoga to improve flexibility, concentration, enrich and calm the mind and tone the body. Students should wear shorts or tights, bring a towel, belt, pillow, and mat and be prepared to work barefoot. Classes are for all ages, male and female. Special rates available for six-week sessions. Fee: $10 for 55+; $12 for others.
Other Health Related News
Donations of Medical Equipment Appreciated
The Senior Center graciously accepts donations of new or used (but clean) medical equipment. We serve as a community resource for seniors that are in need of durable medical equipment, short or long term. We currently have plenty of bedside commodes (potty chairs) but are accepting shower chairs, walkers, bathtub grab bars, adult diapers, scooters, lift chairs, and canes.