Our members Age 50 & Better experience a strong sense of belonging and a network of friends who provide support for sustained health and well-being. Through fun, safe and engaging programs, volunteer initiatives, activities and events, members increase their self-confidence and sense of achievement while building relationships and celebrating the success and milestones of others.
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Member Testimonials
SilverSneakers
If you’re a group retiree, or part of a Medicare Advantage or Medicare Supplement Health plan, you may already have a SilverSneakers membership. This active adult wellness program is offered by many Medicare plans across the nation. If you are eligible for SilverSneakers you can use any YMCA at no cost, and take advantage of all the services a standard membership covers, not just SilverSneakers classes!
Check your eligibility at https://www.silversneakers.com/join-in/.
Optum Fitness Advantage
The Optum Fitness Advantage Program provides eligible members with access to any YMCA at no cost. Plan holders of eligible Medicare Advantage Plans insured by United Healthcare Insurance can use the Optum Fitness Advantage Program. Eligible members can use all the services that are part of a standard membership. To find out if you’re eligible, call your health plan’s Customer Service Toll-Free number, on the back of your member ID card, or find out if you have a Confirmation ID number at: https://fitnessadvantage.optum.com/.
Age 50 & Better Rewards
The Age 50 & Better Rewards Program encourages Silver Sneakers and Optum Fitness Advantage members to attend any First Coast Y at least nine times in a month for the opportunity to win great monthly prizes. Through the use of a punch card, members turn in the card monthly for the opportunity to win monthly prizes and the annual grand prize.
Community Partners
- AARP
- Aetna/Coventry
- Baptist Agewell Institute
- Baptist Healthy Living Centers
- Baptist AgeWell Institute
- Brooks Rehabilitation
- CarePlus
- Community Hospice & Palliative Care
- Dedicated Senior Medical Centers
- Elder Source
- Florida Blue
- Jacksonville Jaguars
- University of North Florida-Continuing Education
Branch Healthy Aging Coordinators
| Baptist North | Georgette Butler | GButler@fcymca.org |
| Barco-Newton | Kayla Van Bebber | @fcymca.org |
| Brooks | Sheri Nash | snash@fcymca.org |
| Dye Clay | Kristi Schermerhorn | kschermerhorn@fcymca.org |
| Flagler | Rasha El-Kasry | relkasry@fcymca.org |
| Johnson | Wanetta Sky Newbill | wnewbill@fcymca.org |
| McArthur | Karina Gilchrist | kgilchrist@fcymca.org |
| Ponte Vedra | Jennifer Roggen | jroggen@fcymca.org |
| St Augustine | Larry Raulerson | lraulerson@fcymca.org |
| Williams | Connie Smith | csmith@fcymca.org |
| Winston | Fredda Renshaw | frenshaw@fcymca.org |
Community Resources
Transportation
Jacksonville Transportation Authority
Seniors age 60 and older ride JTA free upon presentation of a STAR Card or government issued picture ID with birth date. In St. Johns County, we recommend the Sunshine Bus.
Health Insurance
Shine
SHINE is a Free program offered by the Department of Elder Affairs in partnership with ElderSource. Specially-trained volunteers can assist you with your Medicare, Medicaid and health insurance questions by providing one-on-one counseling and information.
Caregiver
Caregiver Coalition
It is a fact that caregiving will impact everyone. Your role may be short-term, long-term or indefinite. Whatever your circumstances, your caregiving journey may be filled with uncertainty. The Caregiver Coalition provides resources and support to help you during this time.
Discounts!
Visit Operation $40K for a listing of national companies that provide discounts for those age 50 and better.
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