SENIOR SUMMIT 2024!
The Rath Senior ConNEXTions Center
PRESENTS
Dr. Tonya LaLonde
Outreach Audiologist for Central Florida Speech and Hearing Center
Mary Beth Rutlege, MSW
Social Worker/Resource Specialist for Central Florida Speech and Hearing Center
We will be speaking on a bit of the history of Central Florida Speech and Hearing Center, what we do for our patients, and who we serve in our community.
Monthly Educational Meeting
9:00 a.m. Tuesday, February 13, 2024
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2024 CLASSES TO BEGIN IN FEBRUARY!
SENIOR SCHOLARS PROGRAM
Classes are held one time a week for six weeks
February 5 through March 15
Mondays: A Matter of Balance
Reduce your fear of falling and increase your activity as age-related changes affect your body. FREE
Instructor and Time to be announced
Tuesdays: Life WritingA guided experience to create your personal history through capturing your life experiences. 1-3 pm $60.00
Instructor: Fran Gabaldon
Wednesdays: Computer Challenges Beginners to Intermediate
Users will learn skills to stay connected. 10 am -12noon $60.00
Instructor: John Shuffleberger and Linda Higuera
Thursdays: Reflections “Post Traumatic Slavery Syndrome”
Through in-depth conversation using the book, “A Study of Post Traumatic Slave Syndrome, America’s Legacy of Enduring Injury and Healing” by Joyce DeGruy, Ph.D., participants will gain insights to move beyond learned patterns of accommodation to cultural differences. 1 pm-3 pm $60.00
Instructors: Bobbie Harris Ph.D. and Dr. Trudy Corry Rankin Ed.D.
Fridays: 100 Years of History from Broadway Theatre
Explore the wonders of music, dance, and New York drama. 1 pm-3 pm $60.00
Instructor: Floyd Love, Master of Theatre
Location: RATH office located at the College Heights Methodist Church. 942 South Boulevard Lakeland, Florida 33803
Seating is Limited and a few scholarships are available
To REGISTER or for more information: Call 863-220-7002 or email RathSrConnextions@gmail.com
Tuesday, December 12, 2023, 10:00 AM
Rath Senior ConNEXTions Center
Presents
Open House and Holiday Celebration
The Rath Senior ConNEXTions Center is inviting all participants to attend our Tuesday, December 12th meeting at 10 A.M. We will have an Open House and Holiday Celebration at our office and classroom located at College Heights United Methodist Church. Hope to see you there!
Join us at 934 South Blvd, Lakeland, FL 33803
Tuesday, November 14, 2023, 9:00 AM
The Rath Senior ConNEXTions Center
PRESENTS
David Conklin, Polk County Veteran Services
The presentation is titled Veteran’s Benefits, and will emphasize updates to veteran’s benefits passed August 10, 2022.
Senior Scholars Program – Fall Classes
October 9 – November 17, 2023
Classes meet one time per week, each week, at the Rath Senior ConNEXTions Center’s location @ College Heights United Methodist Church, 934 South Boulevard in Lakeland (conveniently situated between Lake Hollingsworth and Lake Morton). Experienced faculty members teach all classes. Enroll today for only $60 for each series of classes, with limited scholarships available: 863-220-7002.
- GENEALOGY: The wonders of your family roots with pathways to discovery! Mary Flekke, Master of Library Science / Mondays from 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
- COMPUTER CHALLENGES: From beginning to intermediate. Learning to be connected! John Shuffleberger and Linda Higuera / Wednesdays from 10 am – 12 pm
- CONVERSATIONAL SPANISH: Cultural diversity. Learning to speak Spanish while enjoying the culture. Catalina Suarez / Thursdays from 2 pm – 4:00 pm
- 100 YEARS OF BROADWAY: Music, dance and NY drama. Explore the wonders of the Broadway Stage Floyd Love, Master of Theatre / Fridays from 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Consultations
Our SHINE (Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders) volunteer specialists offer confidential consultations to seniors, their families and caregivers seeking information about Medicare and other insurance options. Offered at no cost and by appointment only.
Contact us today for Senior Resources for YOU! 863-220-7002
RathSrConnextions@gmail.com
www.TheRathCenter.Org
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Joe Echols
Rath Volunteer
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Hello MS Tilley,
Thank you for leaving a comment. I have added you to our email lists, and you will be provide with updates to our programs and others’ also.
If you have a specific question or are in need of assistance, you may call 963-220-7702. Our phone is staffed by volunteers, so if you don’t get an answer, please leave a message, and we will get back to you as soon as possible. We will be happy to assist you in whatever way we can.
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Rath Volunteer
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Rath Volunteer
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Rath Volunteer
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Thank you for your interest in the Rath Senior Center. You have been added to our email list.
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Rath Volunteer
Please add me to your mailing list. Thank you.
Thank you for your interest in the Rath Senior Center. You have been added to our email list, and you will receive updates as information becomes available.
Best wishes,
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Rath Volunteer
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Hi, and thank you for your interest and kind words. We try to stay on top of what is affecting Seniors here in Central Florida, and are glad you are pleased with it. I will add you to our Contacts in the Rath email system, rathsrconnextion@gmail.com. You are welcome to email there, also.
Best wishes,
Joe Echols
Rath Volunteer and IT Specialist
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Than you for your interest in Rath. I have added you to our email list.
I will send information on our August Senior Scholars Zoom classes in a separate email.
Best Wishes,
Joe Echols,
Rath Volunteer and IT Specialist
I just joined the meeting today and I was very interested in the information on beginning ( I think it was called ) a welcoming group which continues the conversation after training. I was informed that it could be sent to me to start up a group.
Thank you
Hello Sterling,
Thank you for your interest. I will forward your request. In addition to Comments here on our website, you can also reach the Rath Center by phone at 863-220-7002, or email to rathsreonnextions@gmail.com.
I will add you to our Contacts, so you will receive future information concerning Rath events.
Best wishes,
Joe Echols
Rath Volunteer and IT Specialist
I am 78 and a widower. I am alone and need some social activities. Thank you
Hello Mr. Greenberg!!!
Thank you for reaching out to the Rath Center. I am adding you to our email list, so you will receive information regarding our services and activities. You will receive an email from us via that email.
Our next activity is the Senior Summit (see the opening page on this website), and we have an educational meeting on the second Tuesday of each month, with subjects relating to Seniors.
Thank you for your Comment here, and we hope we hear from you soon.
Best wishes,
Joe Echols, Rath Volunteer, Treasurer, and IT Specialist