The Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA) announced that FiftyForward Adult Day Services in Brentwood, TN, has been named a national “Excellence in Care (EIC) Dementia Care Program of Distinction.” It is the first time that FiftyForward has received this distinction.
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FiftyFoward and the All of Us Research Program
The All of Us Research Program is a large research program from the National Institutes of Health. The goal is to help researchers understand more about why people get sick or stay healthy. As a previous community partner of the program, we hope that more than one million people will join All of Us.
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Tennessee first lady Maria Lee, rising K-6th graders assist local seniors for day of service
Through a Summer Challenge program led by Tennessee First Lady Marie Lee, rising K-6th graders participated in various service projects to assist seniors on Thursday, June 6, at FiftyForward Madison Station. Participating students helped with gardening, cleaning, fitness and craft projects from noon to 1:30 p.m. In addition to the camaraderie of the day, attendees enjoyed refreshments, including Kona Ice.
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Fiftyforward To Serve More Seniors With Expansion Into La Vergne, Tn
FiftyForward, a leading resource for adults 50+ in Middle Tennessee, and the City of La Vergne Parks & Recreation Department have finalized plans to transfer the operations of the existing Senior Center, located at 337 Stones River Road in La Vergne, TN, to FiftyForward. The agency currently operates seven lifelong learning centers across Davidson and Williamson counties. The transition is effective on May 1, 2024.
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Squeeze the Day Podcast: James Ivey on Ministering, Mentoring, and Longevity Despite Health Troubles
James Ivey spent much of his life as a minister in the U.S. and as a missionary around the world. In his later years, a health incident brought him back to Middle Tennessee. Join us to learn about his “can do” attitude, why he stays motivated to help others often as a mentor to those around him, and the role his extended family and his daughter's friends, the Sister Circle, play in his life.
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FiftyForward to host annual breakfast to celebrate Older Americans Month: New York Times Bestselling Author and Humorist Peggy Rowe to provide keynote
FiftyForward will host its annual Older Americans Month Celebration Breakfast on Tuesday, May 7, at GEODIS Park. Peggy Rowe, New York Times bestselling author, humorist and mother of Mike Rowe, creator and host of “Dirty Jobs,” will be the keynote speaker.
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Stay Energy Efficient By Making Small Adjustments At Home To Lower Bills Year Round
We are all looking for ways to cut costs and for those on fixed or limited incomes, the situation is more critical. The advent of record heat, rising cooling costs, and increased demand have created financial challenges that make optimal energy efficiency more important than ever.
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Squeeze the Day Podcast: Engineer turned entrepreneur T.J. Tennent talks about how anger management, self-care, and respect for others help his global tire business shine
T.J. Tennent is a forensics expert, motivational speaker, and entrepreneur who has channeled negativity for the greater good. He's a natural-born teacher who uses his longtime passion for all things automotive to create a global tire forensics business that is building momentum. In this Squeeze the Day, let's learn how anger management, valuing relationships, and leveraging expertise have created a booming business.
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FiftyForward members dance the night away at Older Americans Month Celebration
Our FiftyForward members enjoyed a night of dinner, drinks, and dancing! We concluded our monthlong celebration of Older Americans Month with a dinner at FiftyForward Martin Center on May 18.
The evening started with guests getting their photo taken and then a cocktail hour. Before a delicious buffet-style chicken dinner. Following the meal, Adam played classics from the 50’s and 60’s. Dressy attire was encouraged and our members were dressed to the nines.
The event was a way of saying thank you to our members for their contributions to their community.
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FiftyForward team serves as honorary flag bearers at Nashville SC match, former FiftyForward Executive Director Janet Jernigan honored
Our FiftyForward team scored big this month as they took in the Nashville SC game with some of our members, friends, and family.
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