As we continue to listen to officials regarding best practices we are also committed to offering older adults safe connections and socialization which are critical to good mental and physical health. All FiftyForward centers are open for in-person programming. Check out our fun and engaging virtual/online and outdoor programming, too! There’s something for everyone. Contact your preferred location here.

FiftyForward Madison Station is located in the heart of Madison, Tennessee approximately 11 miles from downtown Nashville. In response to an initial grant from The Memorial Foundation, Madison Station was designed and opened due to a documented community need for a senior center. FiftyForward Madison Station opened in 1996 and serves adults 50+ who primarily reside in Madison, East Nashville, Inglewood, Old Hickory and segments of Goodlettsville and Hendersonville.
Named “station” because of its proximity to the historic railroad station behind it, FiftyForward Madison Station is a bustling center with more than 150 members attending daily.
Location Quick Info
FiftyForward Madison Station
530 Madison Station Blvd.
Madison, TN 37115
Phone Number:
615-860-7180
Center Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. To learn more about FiftyForward Madison Station, please call the center or come by for a tour.
FIFTYFORWARD FRIENDS ADULT DAY SERVICES
If you like what you see here about our center activities for active, independent older adults but think your loved one would need more support to thrive, please check out our FiftyForward Friends Adult Day Services programs.
Events & Fitness
Among the most popular daily activities at the center are working out in the well-equipped exercise room or taking one of the other exercise classes including SilverSneakers Classic, SilverSneakers Yoga Stretch, SilverSneakers Circuit, SilverSneakers Stress Reduction & Breathing, Gentle Yoga, Qigong, Line Dancing and more.
The center also hosts monthly Bingo games and Walgreens Health Talks, frequent Lunch & Learn opportunities, and its signature monthly Tasty Tuesday event, which happens on the third Tuesday each month and features lunch and entertainment.
Special interest groups at the center include weekly quilting, knitting, and crochet groups, Red Hatters, paper bead jewelry, a dedicated group of billiards players, and two music groups: the Silver Notes Band and a weekly open music jam group.
Signature Events
FiftyForward Madison Station’s primary fundraiser is Whistlestop, an evening of merriment and good cheer that benefits our diverse community of nearly 500 members. The annual fundraiser evening includes a silent auction, reception, dinner, entertainment, and awards, bringing the Madison and Greater Nashville community together in support of the many programs offered by FiftyForward Madison Station.
Through our center, members gain access to services including transportation to the center and community events, advocacy and education through FiftyForward Victory Over Crime program, Legal Aide as well as care assessment and access to resources through the FiftyForward Supportive Care Team.
For more information about tickets, sponsorships, or anything else about the special events, please call 615-860-7180.
FifftyForward Madison Station Team
Advisory Council
Sylvia Ballard, Council Member, Fundraising
Libby Baughman, Vice-Chair, Outreach Chair
Sara Jo Beliles, Council Member, Membership
Bertha Brown, Council Member, Outreach
Nancy Brown, Chair, Outreach
Theodore “TC” Castleman, Council Member, Activities
Irene Gatlin, Council Member, Outreach
Laura Jennings, Community Member, Fundraising
Corneila Laux, Council Member, Membership Chair
Ann Mitchell, Council Member, Activities
Eddie Novi, Council Member, Membership
Julie Reeves, Program Director, Activities Chair
Jonathan Wickersheim, Community Member, Fundraising Chair
Susie Wilee, Council Member, Outreach
Lucille Woods, Council Member, Membership
Ways To Help
Like its sister centers, FiftyForward Madison Station is always looking for individuals to help in a variety of roles on a short-term basis or year-round. Call the center to explore how your gifts and interests can be utilized.
Volunteer
We are currently looking for the following volunteers:
- Greeters
- Office Support
- Green Team
- Newsletter/Special Mailings
- Tasty Tuesday/Lunch and Learn Support
- Special Event Support
At FiftyForward we see and celebrate the differences in every person.
Together, we are creating a responsive community that is open, engaged, and accepting of all.
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