Senior/Community Center

Tallahassee developed its action plan to focus on increasing opportunities to make residents aware of the existing services and resources for older adults already available in the community. The plan identifies a number of existing projects, programs, activities, and events that fall under the four primary categories of health and wellness, transportation, housing, and communication awareness and information. The plan identifies a key role for the Tallahassee Senior Center in oversight and monitoring of the age-friendly work, with the success of the plan depending on collaborations between city staff, private and non-profit partners, and older adults.

Tallahassee's implementation of its Work Plan was affected by COVID-19, but it successfully pivoted to virtual and digital events to provide avenues for seniors to stay engaged and involved in health and fitness. The community is proud of its UPSLIDE program, which won an award and helped combat loneliness and isolation among seniors during COVID. Progress was made in the Health and Wellness, Public Buildings and Spaces, Transportation, and Communication domains, including improvements to the Bond Linear park and the senior center crosswalk. However, there are still priorities to complete, such as building the new Senior Center and developing more affordable senior housing options.