Staying Healthy And Active

Jeanette was looking for ways to manage her Diabetes. Enter the Area Agency on Aging! We were able to connect her with exercise and educational classes that helped her to manage all aspects of her condition. Not only was she able to better manage her condition from what she learned, she had the opportunity to connect with others going through the same thing she was, which helped to manage her stress as well.

Are you in a situation similar to Jeanette’s? Check the resources below!

Are you in a situation similar to Jeanette’s? Check the resources below!

Health & Wellness Programs
Free & Low Cost Physical Activities at Community Centers
Check Out Your Local Y
Managing Chronic Conditions
Home Repair and Modifications
Making Fall Prevention Fun - Defying Gravity
Senior Housing Options
Livable Communities for All

The Area Agency on Aging provides Evidenced Based Health and Wellness Programs at no charge throughout Pasco and Pinellas Counties. To learn about our Evidenced Based courses and upcoming class schedules and registration, please contact 727-570-9696, Ext 160.

Here is a list of Programs the Agency currently provides:

Savvy Caregiver Program - This program is conducted in six 2-hour sessions which provides training to caregivers of individuals living at home and at least age 60 who have Alzheimer’s disease and/or related dementia disorders. No formal diagnosis is needed, The caregiver gains knowledge and skills to help the memory difficulties in the Caregiving Journey and how to identify, self-care issues.
A Matter of Balance Program - An evidenced-based course, Managing Concerns About Falls is conducted in eight 2-hour sessions and uses group discussion, problem–solving strategies, videos, and gentle physical exercise. Older adults aged 60 and over learn positive coping methods to reduce fear of falling and remain active and independent. Click here to see an example of a typical class. Offered at no charge.
Chronic Conditions, Diabetes and Pain Self-Management Classes - This class is conducted in six 2-hour classes that provides support of various Chronic Health Conditions through self-management tools. Older adults aged 60 and over gain confidence to manage their health and maintain active and fulfilling lives.

Additionally, the AAAPP funds a partner organization, the YMCA of the Suncoast, serving both Pinellas and Pasco Counties to provide the Evidenced Based Falls Prevention course Enhanced Fitness. These classes are available throughout the year to seniors aged 60 and older at no charge. You can find out more about the Enhanced Fitness class by calling (727) 467-9622 or visiting the Health and Fitness tab on their website.

If you are interested in more information on the AAAPP’s A Matter of Balance course, please call 727-570-9696, Ext 160.
If you are interested in the YMCA of the Suncoast’s Enhanced Fitness course, please call 727-467-9622.

Pinellas

Center Name	Address	City, State	Zip	Phone
Enoch Davis Center	1111 18th Ave S.	Saint Petersburg, FL	33705	(727) 823-4442
Gulfport Multipurpose Center	5501 27th Ave. S.	Gulfport, FL	33707	(727) 344-2111
Hale Senior Activity Center	330 Douglas Ave	Dunedin, FL	34698	(727) 298-3299
Ridgecrest Community Center	2253 119th St. N.	Largo, FL	33778	(727) 584-4846
Sunshine Center	330 5th St. N.	Saint Petersburg, FL	33701	(727) 893-7136
Pinellas Park Senior Recreation Center	7625 59th St. N.	Pinellas Park, FL	33781	(727) 369-5694
Clearwater Aging Well Center	1501 N Belcher Rd.	Clearwater, FL	33765	(727) 724-3070
Largo Community Center	400 Alt. Keene Road	Largo, FL	33771	(727) 518-3133
The Centre of Palm Harbor	1500 16th St.	Palm Harbor, FL	34683	(727) 771-6000
Tarpon Springs Community Center	400 S. Walton Ave	Tarpon Springs, FL	34689	(727) 942-562

Pasco

Center Name	Address	City, State	Zip	Phone
Galen Wilson Senior Center	8600 Galen Wilson Blvd.	Port Richey, FL	34660	(727) 834-3340
Southgate Senior Center	5352 Charlotte Ave.	New Port Richey, FL	34652	(727) 834-3279
Land O’ Lakes Senior Service Center	6801 Wisteria Loop	Land O Lakes, FL	34639	(813) 929-1200
Shady Hill Senior Center	15925 Greenglen Ln.	Shady Hills, FL	34610	(727) 856-0879
Dade City Senior Center	13853 15th St.	Dade City, FL	33525	(352) 521-5151

We at the AAAPP aren’t the experts on many chronic conditions, but we can point you to free resources that are! Check them out below.

Some relatively simple home modifications can greatly increase your safety at home. If you are looking for ideas to help you find small ways to make your home safer as you age, we suggest checking out this AARP article. If you are interested in learning more about different programs that may be available to assist with modifications or repairs, reach out to the Helpline today at 1-800-963-5337 or 727-217-8111 for out of area callers.

Do you have a community group that would benefit from learning about fall prevention in a way that is fun and engaging? SAGES, a local senior acting troop has developed a play just for you. Denying Gravity is all about preventing falls, but presented in a way that will keep you laughing throughout. Are you interested in hosting Denying Gravity at your community space? Find information on SAGES here

Are you looking for affordable housing options for older adults?

You can find comprehensive listings for Pasco here and Pinellas here.

If you are looking for information on finding an assisted living facility, please find information on our page for caregivers.

**Please note that the listings in the above documents may become out of date. Please call the community site directly to discuss availability and eligibility requirements.

Are you looking for ways to make your street, neighborhood, or even your city more age-friendly? Look no further!

Check out Communities for a Lifetime, FL DOEA’s Initiative to ensure all communities are safe and nurturing places for people of all ages.

Or, look to our national partner, AARP, to learn about their Network of Age-Friendly Communities. We are thrilled to count both St. Petersburg and Dunedin as members of this network.