To seniors and families: As we rejoice in the decrease in the number of new Covid-19 cases, we need to be aware of the fact that the organism is still in our environment.  It is best to continue to wear your masks in public and consider the booster vaccines which are available for seniors and … Read more

You have been asking, so here they are!!! Select the class or classes you wish to view, and email your selection(s) to: rathsrconnextions@gmail.com We will send you a confirmation email, and then email the Zoom Class link to you a day or two prior to the class(s). We hope you enjoy them. Schedule for Senior … Read more

COVID-19 VACCINE AVAILABILITY 8/11/2021 For in formation on walk-in and appointment vaccine availability, please visit the Polk County Department’s Covid-19 resource web page HERE. COVID-19 VACCINE APPOINTMENT INFORMATION: 4/22/2021 This notice is taken from the Polk County, Florida, Health Department website: “The Florida Department of Health in Polk County, in partnership with Polk County Board … Read more

PANDEMIC As older adults face changes and adaptation to life- Covid-19 arrives.  This viral pandemic alters daily activities and interferes with adaptation. As we socially distance, wear masks, do not interact with family and friends, life changes occur.  As social beings we normally interact with others and frequently participate in activities in our communities.  The … Read more

UPDATE ON COVID-19 VACCINE  3/4/2021 UPDATE: Good afternoon,  As we are fielding numerous calls about how to get a vaccine, I wanted to recap what we know based on the changes this week.  Recap of what we know at this point:  On Monday Governor DeSantis issued a new executive order expanding eligibility of the vaccine … Read more

HOUSING ISSUES TO BE AIRED Lakeland residents are invited to share their stories of difficult apartment hunts and housing discrimination with city officials on Tuesday.  Lakeland is holding a virtual Fair Housing Forum at 6 p.m. Tuesday for residents to share the obstacles they have faced trying to find a home. The event will be hosted on GoToMeeting at https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/172080645. Individuals … Read more

There is action on the Affordable Housing front here in Lakeland!!! LALTODAY recently announced in an article the following: Two new affordable housing developments are in the works, Swan Lake and Swan Landing.  Swan Lake is in progress, and Swan Landing is a proposal by the same developer, Tampa-based Blue Sky Communities. The City of … Read more

  Medicare Annual Open Enrollment is held during October 15 and December 7.   Medicare Consultations Available The Rath Center partners with SHINE (Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders).  Their volunteer specialists offer unbiased, free, and confidential Medicare counseling to seniors, their families, and caregivers seeking information about Medicare and other insurance options. You can … Read more