High Tea Planned for Older Americans Month

Hillsborough County will celebrate and honor the community’s senior citizens during Older Americans Month in May.

Activities include an open house and high tea at the Seffner Dining & Activity Center, 1209 S. Kingsway Rd., Seffner, Friday, May 15 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

The event will include a tour of the Old Seffner School House, a luncheon, musical entertainment and door prizes.

Seniors also are invited to celebrate National Senior Health and Fitness Day Wednesday, May 29 from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. with an open house at the Brandon Senior Center, 612 E. Parsons Ave. in Brandon. The event will include exercises and other activities.

Since 1963, communities across the nation have joined in the annual commemoration of Older Americans Month to recognize the value that older adults continue to bring to society.

This year’s theme is Unleash the Power of Age,and encourages seniors to stay engaged, active and involved in their own lives and in their communities. Studies show lifelong participation in social, creative and physical activities has proven health benefits, including retaining mobility, muscle mass and cognitive abilities.

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