Tallahassee Senior Center
Join the fun!
The Tallahassee Senior Center offers a variety of learning opportunities, health and fitness classes, activities and games for active adults of all ages.
Call 850-891-4000 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday for more information regarding Tallahassee Senior Center activities, or visit us at 1400 N. Monroe St. and take a tour!
We hope to see you soon!
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Recent email newsletters:
- This Week at the TLH Senior Center - Avis Berry with Bill Peterson, Halloween Party, & More!
(posted Tues., October 29)
- This Week at the TLH Senior Center - TALL Preview Party, Halloween Party, & More!
(posted Tues., October 22)
- This Week at the TLH Senior Center - Martinis and More Sip & Sample, TALL Preview Party, & More!
(posted Tues., October 15)
- This Week at the TLH Senior Center - Aging & Technology, Martinis and More Sip & Sample, & More!
(posted Tues., October 8)
- This Week at the TLH Senior Center - Flu Shots, Medicare Workshops, & More!
(posted Tues., September 24)
- This Week at the TLH Senior Center - L3X Classes Have Started, Art Insiders Showcase, & More!
(posted Tues., September 17)
- This Week at the TLH Senior Center - FSU Health Expo, Dance Around the World, & More!
(posted Tues., September 10)
- This Week at the TLH Senior Center - L3X Classes Coming September 9, Senior Singers, & More!
(posted Tues., September 3)
- This Week at the TLH Senior Center - Explore L3X Classes, Newcomers Coffee Chat, & More!
(posted Tues., August 27)
- This Week at the TLH Senior Center - Aging In Place Expo, L3X Registration, & More!
(posted Tues., August 20)
- This Week at the TLH Senior Center - L3X Preview, Taste of Ukraine, & More!
(posted Tues., August 13)
- This Week at the TLH Senior Center - L3X Preview Parties, Travel Presentation, & More!
(posted Tues., August 6)
- This Week at the TLH Senior Center - Taste of Ukraine, Newcomers Coffee Chat, & More!
(posted Tues., July 30)
- This Week at the TLH Senior Center - Connect with a Banned Book, L3X Preview, & More!
(posted Tues., July 23)
Fitness Classes
Fitness classes are being offered in person (see schedule) and virtually via WCOT TV (Cable Channel 13 on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays at 9 am), as well as on-demand recorded classes. If you have questions email ruth.nickens@talgov.com.
Lifelong Learning Classes
Lifelong Learning Classes are being offered in-person and via Zoom, registration and listings are available here. A variety of interesting classes are offered throughout the year for adults who enjoy the fun and excitement of learning new things. We offer classes in diverse areas such as history, science, nature, music, current events and places of interest in the Big Bend region. For questions and more information on Lifelong Learning, email maureen.haberfeld@talgov.com.
Art Programs
Art classes and workshops are being offered in-person and via Zoom. Listings and registration for art classes are available here. On-going classes and workshops featuring watercolor, oil, acrylic, drawing, pastels are offered on a weekly basis. Instructors work with individuals with varied skill levels in a rewarding, collaborative environment. For questions or more information, email heathhilary.mcrae@talgov.com.
UPSLIDE
UPSLIDE(Utilizing and Promoting Social Engagement for Loneliness, Isolation and Depression in the Elderly) Program - Help is available if you, or a friend, are feeling lonely or isolated? UPSLIDE serves people age 50 and older. UPSLIDE offers individual counseling, Friends Connection groups, phone buddies and more!
Email melanie.lachman@talgov.com or call 850-891-4066 for more information/assistance/individual counseling. Services are provided at no cost to participants, but donations accepted.
Grandparents as Parents (GaP)
Grandparents as Parents program is for grandparents who are the primary caregivers for their grandchildren and offers support groups, informational luncheons, access to community agencies, legal services and health screenings plus social activities for the whole grand-family. GaP is meeting virtually and in-person. Visit the Senior Foundation page for upcoming GaP activities, or contact karen.boebinger@talgov.com or 850-891-4027 for more information or to register to attend. GaP is a program of the Tallahassee Senior Foundation funded by the Leon County Commission, grants and donations.
Southside Senior Services & Outreach
Monthly Wellness Circles: Casual settings with healthy refreshments for various health related discussions, demonstrations, guest speakers and health screenings. Enjoy seeing your neighbors and making new friends!
11 am-noon. Light refreshments and incentives are provided at each meeting. There is a $3 suggested donation for each event. Space is limited, registration is required.
For more information or how to enroll, contact wendy.barber@talgov.com or call 850-891-4052.
- Second Tuesdays at Jack McLean Community Center, 700 Paul Russell Rd., 850-891-1819
- Third Wednesdays at Jake Gaither Community Center, 801 Bragg Dr., 850-891-3940
Donate and/or become a Member
Your support is important to help pay the instructors fees and the administration behind the scenes that make classes and programs possible. If you can make a donation and/or become a member, visit www.tallahasseeseniorfoundation.org/give/ or call 850-891-4000.
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The mission of Tallahassee Senior Services is to offer programs, activities, and opportunities designed to encourage active living, optimal aging, and social fitness for independent adults age 50+.
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