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“Too often we underestimate the power of a touch, a smile, a kind word, a listening ear, an honest compliment, or the smallest act of caring, all of which have the potential to turn a life around.” 
– Leo Buscaglia
Technology Help
Tues., Oct. 4, 12-1 pm, Health Suite
If you need help with your cell phone, tablet or laptop, bring your device and your questions. No appointment needed.
Technology Help is available 3 times per month:
1st TUESDAY of Each Month, from 12 - 1 pm and
the 2nd and 4th FRIDAY, from 3:30 - 4:30 pm

Chat with a Legacy Planner
Wed., Oct. 5, 1-3 pm, TSC Health Suite
Meet with a Legacy Planner for guidance on options for leaving your legacy.
TSC Foundation Board member and CPA Jim Davis will answer your questions and offer assistance on a first-come, first-served basis.

Have Medicare Questions?
Mon., Oct. 10, 10 am, Dining Room
SHINE Counselors can assist you with Open Enrollment.
SHINE (Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders) is a free program offered by the Florida Department of Elder Affairs and your local Area Agency on Aging.
Whether you need relief from arthritis pain or want to be active, the Arthritis Foundation's Walk With Ease program can help.

The program will allow you to walk safely and comfortably and help motivate you to get in shape.
Tues, Thurs & Fri, October 4 - November 11 (6 weeks), 2:30 – 3:30 pm
Location: The Grove at Canopy, 2601 Crestline Drive
Hearing Screenings
Thurs. Oct. 6, 10 am - noon, Health Suite

Monthly Monday Morning Mindful Meditations – MMMMM
Mon., Oct. 10 (2nd Monday of each month), 10-11 am, TSC Health Suite
An enjoyable program designed to introduce you to the simple exercises of mindfulness meditation — a pleasant, relaxing, and informative experience. MMMMM will help you stay centered and focused in your life.
Presented by Jeff Hanson, Certified Mindfulness and Meditation Educator

Self-Defense & Personal Safety for Seniors
Wed., Oct. 12, 10:30 am, Dining Room
This ever-popular workshop will help you avoid becoming a victim. Presented by Tallahassee Police Department. With TPD’s common-sense recommendations, you will feel more prepared to react, and more likely to have a favorable outcome if threatened. 
Wed., Oct. 12, 6:00 - 7:30 pm
Dr. Prasanti Tatini, Board Certified Geriatric Psychiatrist, will discuss causes, symptoms, risk factors and treatments. All are welcome - individuals, families, health care providers, social workers, and the community. Free CEUs available.
Register here $7 donation for dinner
For more info: Melanie.Lachman@talgov.com 850-891-4066
For information about Fitness, Health & Wellness Programs
View our on-line Health & Wellness Page
Contact Ruth Nickens, RN, Health + Wellness Coordinator:
email Ruth.Nickens@talgov.com phone 850-891-4042
Life Review: Voices of the Heart
Thu. Oct. 13, 1:30 – 3:00 pm

Our Amazing Body
Tue. Oct. 18, 1:30 – 2:30 pm

Writing Your Family History
Thu. Oct. 20 and 27, 1:30 – 3:00 pm

Spain: Off the Beaten Path
Tue. Oct. 25, 4 – 5:30 pm

Deck-tinis and More
Thu., Nov. 3, 6:00 – 7:30 pm

Lunch with an Artist
Wed., Nov. 9, 9:30 am – 1:00 pm
at Gadsden Arts Center
Contact Maureen Haberfeld, Lifelong Learning & L3X Coordinator:
email Maureen.Haberfeld@talgov.com phone 850-891-4033

October 17 – November 21 (6 weeks)
Mondays, 12:30 – 3:30 pm
TSC Clay Studio with Mark Fletcher

Learn the basic strokes of Asian Ink Painting the traditional way, then expand into modern methods to paint your own originals! All skill levels welcome.
For the latest
TSC Art Newsletter
Contact Heath Hilary McRae, Art Program Coordinator:
email HeathHilary.McRae@talgov.com phone 850-891-4016 
Registration assistance: email Sarah.Vernon@talgov.com phone 850-891-4045
Legacy Planning ensures that your estate plans provide long-lasting support not just for you and your family, but organizations near and dear to your heart, such as the Tallahassee Senior Center Foundation.

On October 5, you can meet with a Legacy Planner at the Senior Center to ask questions and get guidance on options for leaving a lasting gift.

TSC Foundation Board member and CPA Jim Davis will offer assistance to individuals or as a group, depending on your situation.

Wed., Oct. 5, from 1- 3 p.m., TSC Health Suite
Jim will talk with people first-come, first-served

When you name the TSCF as a beneficiary of an investment, you will help us continue our important work and make an impact on those we serve.
You may want to consider:
• Bequest by Will • Gift of Life Insurance • Gift of Appreciated Stock
• Charitable Lead Trust • Charitable Remainder Trust
Click here for ways to support the Senior Center

Donations can be mailed to:
TSC Foundation, 1400 N. Monroe St., Tallahassee, FL, 32303

The TSC Foundation generates funding to support programs,
services and participants of Tallahassee Senior Services.
Donations and membership are tax deductible.
The mission of Tallahassee Senior Services is to offer programs, activities, and opportunities designed to encourage active living, optimal aging, and social fitness for independent adults age 50+.
A COPY OF THE OFFICIAL REGISTRATION AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE DIVISION OF THE CONSUMER SERVICES BY CALLING TOLL-FREE (800-435-7352) WITHIN THE STATE OR WWW.FDACS.GOV/ConsumerServices
REGISTRATION DOES NOT IMPLY ENDORSEMENT, APPROVAL, OR RECOMMENDATION BY THE STATE.” Registration #CH8035

The Tallahassee Senior Center continues to be mindful of the health and safety of our participants, volunteers, and staff. Participants may continue to wear a mask if they prefer, but not required to wear a mask at the TSC and our neighborhood program sites.

To help ensure the safest environment possible, please refer to the CDC website link https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/your-health/quarantine-isolation.html to make the best decision for your situation and in consideration of others.

Please do not attend classes, activities, or events if you have:
*Tested Positive for COVID-19
*Any of the following symptoms: fever or chills, cough, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, fatigue, muscle or body aches, headache, new loss of taste or smell, sore throat, congestion or runny nose, nausea or vomiting, or diarrhea. 
     
Thank you for following these guidelines in the best interest of trying to keep everyone as safe as possible and maintain a healthy environment at the TSC and our program sites.

Take care & stay safe,
Sheila Salyer
Senior Services Manager/Executive Director