UPCOMING EVENTS:
RATH MONTHLY EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS
These meetings will be held at the Rath office located at College Heights United Methodist Church, 934 South Boulevard, Lakeland, FL 33803.
Time: 9:00 AM Date: 2nd Tuesday of each month
9:00 AM TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 8. 2026
Less Stress, More Joy: Thriving Through the Holiday Season
For our August Rath Senior ConNEXTions Center Meeting- Get ready for the season of holidays with an engaging and uplifting session designed to help you reduce stress and embrace more joy.
Join us as Susan Fenich, a licensed mental health counselor from Tri-County Human Services, as she shares practical strategies for navigating the busy holiday season while prioritizing your well-being.
Susan will provide valuable insights and tools to help you find balance, manage holiday pressures, and make the most of this special time of year.
Whether you’re juggling work goals, family commitments, seasonal expectations, or personal challenges, you’ll leave with tips to help you truly manage the stress and enjoy the rest.
We look forward to seeing everyone
Date: October 13, 2026
Time: 9 AM
Location: Rath Senior ConNEXTions Center 934 South Blvd, Lakeland, FL 33803
Medicare Open Enrollment: Know Before You Choose
For our October Rath Senior ConNEXTions Center Meeting- Medicare decisions can feel confusing, but you don’t have to navigate them alone! Join us for an informative and easy-to-understand program designed to help you make confident choices during Medicare Open Enrollment.
Jean Berken with the Senior Connection Center SHINE Program and Karen Dean will share valuable information, helpful tips, and resources to help you better understand your Medicare options, avoid common mistakes, and make informed decisions for the year ahead. Come with your questions and leave feeling more prepared to choose the coverage that’s right for you!
We look forward to seeing everyone
Date: November 10, 2026
Time: 9 AM
Location: Rath Senior ConNEXTions Center 934 South Blvd, Lakeland, FL 33803
Diabetes Made Simple: Prevention, Management & More
For our November Rath Senior ConNEXTions Center Meeting- Join us for an engaging and informative program with Massiel Gilpin, RD and Dr. Maria Alvi from Watson Clinic!
Learn the facts about diabetes, discover practical ways to prevent and manage it, explore treatment options, and pick up simple tips for living a healthier lifestyle.
Bring your questions, connect with others, and leave feeling informed, inspired, and empowered to take charge of your health and wellness!
We look forward to seeing everyone
Date: December 8, 2026 @10:00 am
(Board Meeting at Time: 9 AM)
Rath Senior CoNEXTions Center Holiday Gathering 934 South Blvd, Lakeland, FL 33803
Location: Rath Senior ConNEXTions Center 934 South Blvd, Lakeland, FL 33803
9:00 AM, Tuesday, August 11 2026
Our August educational meeting for your Rath Center is just around the corner, and we have some good information from Senior Connections (your local area on aging) and service providers You Thrive Florida and Seniors First to share. Please join us to learn about what home services and other offerings are available to seniors in the Polk County area, and bring your questions.