Welcome to FiftyForward Madison Station!

All FiftyForward Lifelong Learning Centers remain closed
until we can safely reopen.

As conversations and planning continue concerning reopening businesses, we are listening to our city officials regarding best practices. Our centers remain closed to programs for now, but we are continuing to offer virtual programming continuing to keep our members active and engaged.
 
We miss our center and program participants very much, but the health and safety of everyone, especially adults over the age of 65, is our top priority.
 
Although our centers are closed, we continue to provide essential services and resources (especially food) to older adults in our community.
If you know of an older adult in need of assistance, please call our resource line at 615-743-3416. We are here to help.

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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.

Information about classes and events is also published in our monthly newsletter, The Whistlestop.

Location Quick Info

FiftyForward Madison Station
301 Madison Street
Madison, TN 37115
Phone Number:
615-860-7180

Hours of Operation:
Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. -3:30 p.m.

To learn more about FiftyForward Madison Station, please call the center or come by for a tour.

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 yoga, tai chi, low-impact aerobics, and the SilverSneakers® Fitness Program.

Special interest groups at FiftyForward Madison Station include karaoke, Reader’s Theater, art club, Red Hatters club, a writer’s group,  a quilting club and two support groups: grief and dementia. FiftyForward Madison Sation is also home to two very special musical groups: The Madison Station Silver Notes Band and open music jam.

Class Activities & Clubs

July 2020 Calendar

Signature Events

FiftyForward Madison Station’s primary fundraiser is Whistlestop, an evening of merriment and good cheer that benefits our diverse community of more than 800 members. For its 21st annual fundraiser, the “train” will leave the station for a San Antonio-themed event. The evening will include 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, lunches from the Metro Meal Nutrition Program, 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.

Event Space

FiftyForward Madison Station is the perfect place venue for a variety of events – birthday parties, wedding receptions, reunions, meetings, fashion shows, and vendor booths. The center offers space that accommodates up to 175 people on Saturdays only.

Please call the center for room costs and availability, 615-860-7180, or visit our event venue page for more information.

FifftyForward Madison Station Team

Brandy Lamb Center Director, FiftyForward Madison Station
Heather McNeese Assistant Center Director, FiftyForward Madison Station
Jonathan Perry Program Assistant, FiftyForward Madison Station
Michelle Conley Office Assistant, FiftyForward Madison Station

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