The Senior Citizens of Campbell County of La Follette, TN

10/31/2025

As I promised several weeks ago, here is the RAM (Remote Area Medical) Clinic. This will be set up in the side parking lot of the Center. Please share with friends and neighbors.

10/31/2025

Given the urgent issue of no food stamps available yet for November 2025, I have received the following information. I hope this is only a temporary situation, but in the meantime, this information might be helpful. Please share it with anyone who may need it.

10/24/2025

The weather is absolutely stunning right now. Have you noticed how much deeper the blue of the sky looks in the fall? The trees are bursting with vibrant yellows, reds, and oranges—such a glorious sight! It's truly a blessing to experience this beauty.

As promised, here is our November calendar. Don't forget to take advantage of the computer classes offered on November 3rd and 4th from 9 am to 2 pm.

On November 19th, our Holiday meal of turkey, dressing, mashed potatoes with gravy, green beans, a roll, and dessert will be available for only $8.00. You are welcome to eat it here or order it to go. For orders, please call Judy at the Center. Our number is 423-562-6672.

10/21/2025

It’s been a while since I’ve been here, and things have been hectic around this place!

October 15th was the date of our annual Health Fair, and what a day it was. Out of 23 confirmed participants, 20 showed up, and the place was packed with members and passersby. Flu shots were administered, balance tests conducted, and blood drawn for colorectal cancer screenings. By 11:00, most stations were out of handouts—an incredible turnout, considering we opened at 8 a.m.!

A big thank you to everyone who attended. Door prizes, generously donated by Blue Burrito, Sidelines Bar and Grill, the Local, and the Vols Dinner 2 (also known as the Breakfast Hut), were given away. Your support and kindness are greatly appreciated.

I’ll be handling some administrative tasks for now, but here are some upcoming events to keep in mind:

On October 30, we’re hosting a costume party during the weekly Dance. Doors open at 5:00, and costumes are optional.

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November 3rd and 4th: Connected Nations will offer a free computer workshop for seniors from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. There will be plenty of time for questions and answers. Contact the Center at 423-562-6672 for more information or to sign up.

Join us on November 5th at noon for our "Medicare 101 for 2026" class. It's a great chance to chat with a specialist about upcoming changes to Medicare and your insurance plans. Don’t forget, open enrollment for insurance ends on December 7th, 2025.

Starting Thursday, November 6th, we’ll host a five-class series on "Take Charge of Your Diabetes." Flyers with details will be available below.

The Center will be closed on November 11th in honor of Veterans Day. A heartfelt "THANK YOU" to all veterans and their families for your service and sacrifices that ensure our freedom in this "Land of the Free."

We will host a RAM (Remote Area Medical) Clinic on November 12th, with clinic hours from 10 am to 2 pm. Appointments will be required, and details on how to schedule one will be shared in the coming days.

On November 19th, we’ll be serving our HOLIDAY MEAL for just $8.00. The menu includes turkey, dressing, mashed potatoes, green beans, a roll, and dessert. You can pick it up or dine in with us. To ensure we have enough, please call 423-562-6672 to reserve your meal by noon on November 14th.

The Senior Citizens of Campbell County, Inc. will be closed on November 27th and 28th for our Thanksgiving holiday.

Okay, I think I am done for now. Please see the flyers below. I will post the calendar by the end of the week.

10/01/2025

09/30/2025

We made it through a hectic September, with so much happening!
October will be a little bit quieter. Chair Yoga will start on the 7th and go through the 30th of this month.

Our Health Fair is set for October 15th from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Stop by to get your flu shot, explore the tables, learn about new insurance plans and Medicare changes, have a balance assessment, and much more!

We are still hosting our Thursday night live music, and on October 3rd, there is a potluck planned.

By the way, did you know we rent out the Center for parties and reunions? Feel free to give us a call for more details if you're interested. Our number is 423-562-6672.

09/23/2025

Okay, I am sure earning my pay today. I promise this will be the last post for today!

I have a few SAVE THE DATES that y'all should know about.

The annual Health and Wellness Fair will take place on October 15th from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., and all regular events scheduled for that day will be canceled. (See flyer below)

November 3 and 4th, Connected Nations will BE BACK FOR MORE COMPUTER CLASSES!!! I will post more information on these classes as it becomes available from Connected Nations.

09/23/2025

The October Board Meeting is coming up soon! It will be held on Monday, October 6th, at 12:15 pm at the Senior Citizens of Campbell County's building, located at 102 South 8th Street in La Follette. For any questions, you can reach us at 423-562-6672.

We warmly invite the community to join us, learn about our activities, and maybe even get involved. We strongly encourage our members to attend and share their ideas and input as well.

09/23/2025

One of my favorite things is a Fall Festival! Cooler temperatures, hopefully sunny skies, and wandering down the rows of vendors- arts and crafts, food, activities; there is just nothing like it. I look forward to sitting somewhere, enjoying my hot dog while listening to some local talent and performers from further away that are being featured.

Jacksboro's Festival is happening on Saturday, October 4th this year, and I’m so excited! So in the true southern style, "Ya'll come on by!"

09/23/2025

Fall is here, but I'm still waiting for the cooler weather to arrive! I'm excited about all the "FALL Happenings" around our area and will be sharing more as I come across them.

Do you remember how, as kids, we would fall, skin our knees, and just get back up? Or break a bone, get it cast, and be back playing the next day? Now that we're older, it's not so easy to bounce back from falls. Our goal at this age is to avoid them altogether! Personally, I've had a few bad falls in the past year (thankfully no broken bones) that left me with some nasty bruises. I'm doing everything I can to prevent them now.

Cumberland Village is hosting an event on 9/24 that focuses on these concerns for people our age. It's a great opportunity to learn how to protect yourself and avoid unnecessary pain and injuries.

09/10/2025

My dear Facebook friends,
If you should see my mind wandering around, please send it home, I am in DESPERATE NEED OF IT! I apologize for not putting this on earlier!

09/04/2025

Due to the weather, there will be no music tonight. Potluck postponed until 9-11-25@5:00 pm