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USPS Package Intercept - Stop Delivery of Letter or Package
USPS Package Intercept For a fee, USPS Package Intercept® service lets the sender (or authorized representative) stop delivery or redirect a package, letter, or flat that is not out for delivery or already delivered. Most domestic mailings with a tracking or extra services barcode are eligible for Package Intercept. Retail Senders: You can redirect a shipment back to your address or to a Post Office™ location as Hold For Pickup. You can only request a Package Intercept online with a USPS.com account. Commercial Senders: You can redirect a shipment back to your address, to a new delivery address, or to a Post Office location as Hold For Pickup via Business Customer Gateway. How It Works 1. Verify that your shipment is eligible for Package Intercept. 2. If eligible, sign in to or create a USPS.com account to submit your request. 3. Use Retail Package Intercept to request that USPS redirect the shipment back to the original sender (you), hold it at the destination Post Office location, or hold it at a new Post Office location. 4. After submitting your request, you'll be provided an estimated total (intercept fee plus estimated postage, if applicable). We will then attempt to intercept and redirect the shipment. 5. If the shipment is intercepted, your credit card will be charged the $19.45 Package Intercept fee plus any applicable postage. If the actual postage is greater than estimated, any additional postage will be charged accordingly. 6. Your shipment will be redirected to the location you requested. Paying for Package Intercept Intercepted items will be redirected as the service it was originally sent with (Priority Mail Express®, Priority Mail®, USPS Ground Advantage®, or First-Class Mail®). You must pay the applicable postage. Customers will not be charged if the shipment was not intercepted. If successfully intercepted, the non-refundable Package Intercept fee is applied to each intercept request. Retail and commercial customers can also purchase additional services for the intercepted package, like Adult Signature Required, Adult Signature Restricted Delivery, Signature Confirmation™, and insurance. Determining Eligibility USPS Package Intercept is not a guaranteed service and certain conditions apply. What Is Eligible: - Domestic USPS mail services with a USPS Tracking® or extra services barcode - Packages whose total length and girth length is not larger than 130 inches What Is Not Eligible: - USPS Marketing Mail® products and periodicals - Items addressed to a Commercial Mailing Receiving Agency - Items redirected to a PO Box™ - Nonmailable items, items with surface-only transportation markings, such as Label 127, Surface Mail Only, or items bearing other hazardous materials markings, such as Consumer Commodity ORM-D
USPS Package Intercept - Stop Delivery of Letter or Package
USPS Package Intercept For a fee, USPS Package Intercept® service lets the sender (or authorized representative) stop delivery or redirect a package, letter, or flat that is not out for delivery or already delivered. Most domestic mailings with a tracking or extra services barcode are eligible for Package Intercept. Retail Senders: You can redirect a shipment back to your address or to a Post Office™ location as Hold For Pickup. You can only request a Package Intercept online with a USPS.com account. Commercial Senders: You can redirect a shipment back to your address, to a new delivery address, or to a Post Office location as Hold For Pickup via Business Customer Gateway. How It Works 1. Verify that your shipment is eligible for Package Intercept. 2. If eligible, sign in to or create a USPS.com account to submit your request. 3. Use Retail Package Intercept to request that USPS redirect the shipment back to the original sender (you), hold it at the destination Post Office location, or hold it at a new Post Office location. 4. After submitting your request, you'll be provided an estimated total (intercept fee plus estimated postage, if applicable). We will then attempt to intercept and redirect the shipment. 5. If the shipment is intercepted, your credit card will be charged the $19.45 Package Intercept fee plus any applicable postage. If the actual postage is greater than estimated, any additional postage will be charged accordingly. 6. Your shipment will be redirected to the location you requested. Paying for Package Intercept Intercepted items will be redirected as the service it was originally sent with (Priority Mail Express®, Priority Mail®, USPS Ground Advantage®, or First-Class Mail®). You must pay the applicable postage. Customers will not be charged if the shipment was not intercepted. If successfully intercepted, the non-refundable Package Intercept fee is applied to each intercept request. Retail and commercial customers can also purchase additional services for the intercepted package, like Adult Signature Required, Adult Signature Restricted Delivery, Signature Confirmation™, and insurance. Determining Eligibility USPS Package Intercept is not a guaranteed service and certain conditions apply. What Is Eligible: - Domestic USPS mail services with a USPS Tracking® or extra services barcode - Packages whose total length and girth length is not larger than 130 inches What Is Not Eligible: - USPS Marketing Mail® products and periodicals - Items addressed to a Commercial Mailing Receiving Agency - Items redirected to a PO Box™ - Nonmailable items, items with surface-only transportation markings, such as Label 127, Surface Mail Only, or items bearing other hazardous materials markings, such as Consumer Commodity ORM-D
USPS Package Intercept - Stop Delivery of Letter or Package
USPS Package Intercept For a fee, USPS Package Intercept® service lets the sender (or authorized representative) stop delivery or redirect a package, letter, or flat that is not out for delivery or already delivered. Most domestic mailings with a tracking or extra services barcode are eligible for Package Intercept. Retail Senders: You can redirect a shipment back to your address or to a Post Office™ location as Hold For Pickup. You can only request a Package Intercept online with a USPS.com account. Commercial Senders: You can redirect a shipment back to your address, to a new delivery address, or to a Post Office location as Hold For Pickup via Business Customer Gateway. How It Works 1. Verify that your shipment is eligible for Package Intercept. 2. If eligible, sign in to or create a USPS.com account to submit your request. 3. Use Retail Package Intercept to request that USPS redirect the shipment back to the original sender (you), hold it at the destination Post Office location, or hold it at a new Post Office location. 4. After submitting your request, you'll be provided an estimated total (intercept fee plus estimated postage, if applicable). We will then attempt to intercept and redirect the shipment. 5. If the shipment is intercepted, your credit card will be charged the $19.45 Package Intercept fee plus any applicable postage. If the actual postage is greater than estimated, any additional postage will be charged accordingly. 6. Your shipment will be redirected to the location you requested. Paying for Package Intercept Intercepted items will be redirected as the service it was originally sent with (Priority Mail Express®, Priority Mail®, USPS Ground Advantage®, or First-Class Mail®). You must pay the applicable postage. Customers will not be charged if the shipment was not intercepted. If successfully intercepted, the non-refundable Package Intercept fee is applied to each intercept request. Retail and commercial customers can also purchase additional services for the intercepted package, like Adult Signature Required, Adult Signature Restricted Delivery, Signature Confirmation™, and insurance. Determining Eligibility USPS Package Intercept is not a guaranteed service and certain conditions apply. What Is Eligible: - Domestic USPS mail services with a USPS Tracking® or extra services barcode - Packages whose total length and girth length is not larger than 130 inches What Is Not Eligible: - USPS Marketing Mail® products and periodicals - Items addressed to a Commercial Mailing Receiving Agency - Items redirected to a PO Box™ - Nonmailable items, items with surface-only transportation markings, such as Label 127, Surface Mail Only, or items bearing other hazardous materials markings, such as Consumer Commodity ORM-D
USPS Package Intercept - Stop Delivery of Letter or Package
USPS Package Intercept For a fee, USPS Package Intercept® service lets the sender (or authorized representative) stop delivery or redirect a package, letter, or flat that is not out for delivery or already delivered. Most domestic mailings with a tracking or extra services barcode are eligible for Package Intercept. Retail Senders: You can redirect a shipment back to your address or to a Post Office™ location as Hold For Pickup. You can only request a Package Intercept online with a USPS.com account. Commercial Senders: You can redirect a shipment back to your address, to a new delivery address, or to a Post Office location as Hold For Pickup via Business Customer Gateway. How It Works 1. Verify that your shipment is eligible for Package Intercept. 2. If eligible, sign in to or create a USPS.com account to submit your request. 3. Use Retail Package Intercept to request that USPS redirect the shipment back to the original sender (you), hold it at the destination Post Office location, or hold it at a new Post Office location. 4. After submitting your request, you'll be provided an estimated total (intercept fee plus estimated postage, if applicable). We will then attempt to intercept and redirect the shipment. 5. If the shipment is intercepted, your credit card will be charged the $19.45 Package Intercept fee plus any applicable postage. If the actual postage is greater than estimated, any additional postage will be charged accordingly. 6. Your shipment will be redirected to the location you requested. Paying for Package Intercept Intercepted items will be redirected as the service it was originally sent with (Priority Mail Express®, Priority Mail®, USPS Ground Advantage®, or First-Class Mail®). You must pay the applicable postage. Customers will not be charged if the shipment was not intercepted. If successfully intercepted, the non-refundable Package Intercept fee is applied to each intercept request. Retail and commercial customers can also purchase additional services for the intercepted package, like Adult Signature Required, Adult Signature Restricted Delivery, Signature Confirmation™, and insurance. Determining Eligibility USPS Package Intercept is not a guaranteed service and certain conditions apply. What Is Eligible: - Domestic USPS mail services with a USPS Tracking® or extra services barcode - Packages whose total length and girth length is not larger than 130 inches What Is Not Eligible: - USPS Marketing Mail® products and periodicals - Items addressed to a Commercial Mailing Receiving Agency - Items redirected to a PO Box™ - Nonmailable items, items with surface-only transportation markings, such as Label 127, Surface Mail Only, or items bearing other hazardous materials markings, such as Consumer Commodity ORM-D
Penney Farms Public Works Department Overview
The Town of Penney Farms offers the following services to city residents:
Yoga by the Bay Every Monday & Thursday
Join us every Monday and Thursday for a relaxing outdoor yoga session by the bay. Classes are donation-based (suggested $15) and open to all levels.What to Bring: Please bring a yoga mat, water bottle, and towel.Guided by yoga instructor: @papa_guru
Planned Giving - Create Your Legacy
Planned Giving – Create Your Legacy Create Your Legacy and Positively Impact Seniors for Generations To Come! Estate Planning Should Be Rewarding and Impactful Through the years, legacy gifts from caring, passionate supporters have played a vital role in the Council On Aging's (COA) success. Many of our donors choose to continue supporting COA through their estate planning. By simply remembering COA in your will and/or beneficiary designations on your IRA, 401K, Life Insurance, or other similar accounts, you can make a transformative gift that will ensure seniors in our community are able to live their best possible lives with dignity and independence for generations to come. Mary Peck's wish was to renovate her bay front home, so older adults could enjoy the bay view that she had loved during her lifetime. Unfortunately, her home was not suitable to serve that purpose. Knowing we were planning River House, Catholic Charities, who was responsible for carrying out Mary's wish, gave the proceeds of her estate to COA. That legacy gift laid the cornerstone to construct River House, a state-of-the-art senior center built on the bay overlooking the Matanzas River, St. Augustine Lighthouse and Bridge of Lions. We have received other planned gifts that have helped increase the level & number of quality programs and services offered by COA, and there is so much more to do. Please join us and our generous donors. Make a difference in the lives of seniors for generations to come! Leaving COA in your will or beneficiary designation will not impact you financially while you are alive, and can be altered if necessary in the future. Remembering COA with a Gift in your Will A gift to St. Johns County Council on Aging, Inc. (COA) in your will or revocable trust proclaims your confidence that we will continue to serve our mission and make a difference in the lives of future generations. Remembering COA with a gift in your will: • Is easy to arrange • Will not alter your current lifestyle in any way • Can be easily modified to address your changing needs. Residual Bequest Language A residual bequest comes to us after your estate expenses and specific bequests are paid. Here is sample residual bequest language: I give and devise to St. Johns County Council on Aging, Inc. (EIN: 59-1525829), a nonprofit organization with headquarters in St. Augustine, FL, all (or state a percentage) of the rest, residue and remainder of my estate, both real and personal, to be used for its general support (or for the support of a specific affiliate, fund or program). Specific Bequest Language Naming COA as a beneficiary of a specific amount from your estate is easy: I give and devise to St. Johns County Council on Aging, Inc. (EIN: 59-1525829), a nonprofit organization with headquarters in St. Augustine, FL, the sum of $__________ to be used for its general support (or for the support of a specific affiliate, fund or program). Contingent Bequest Language COA can be named as a contingent beneficiary in your will or personal trust if one or more of your specific bequests cannot be fulfilled: If (insert name) is not living at the time of my demise, I give and devise to St. Johns County Council on Aging, Inc. (EIN: 59-1525829), a nonprofit organization with headquarters in St. Augustine, FL, the sum of $_______ (or all or a percentage of the residue of my estate) to be used for its general support (or for the support of a specific affiliate, fund or program). Retirement Plan & Life Insurance Beneficiary Language You may name COA as a beneficiary of your IRA or other qualified retirement benefits. Donors should consult with their tax advisor regarding the tax benefits of such gifts. Naming COA as the beneficiary of a life insurance policy or qualified retirement plan asset such as a 401(k), 403(b), IRA, Keogh or profit sharing pension plan will accomplish a charitable goal while realizing significant tax savings. It can be costly to pass such assets on to heirs because of heavy tax consequences. By naming COA as a beneficiary of a life insurance policy or retirement plan, the donor maintains complete control over the asset while living, but at the donor's death the plan passes to support COA free of both estate and income taxes. Making a charitable gift from your retirement plan is easy and should not cost you any attorney fees. Simply request a change of beneficiary form from your plan administrator. When you are done, please return the form to your plan administrator and notify Amy Robinson, Development Manager at COA. Please use the following if you wish to make COA a beneficiary: • Legal name: St. Johns County Council on Aging, Inc. • Address: 180 Marine Street, St. Augustine, FL 32084 • Tax ID Number: 59-1525829 Remember to keep your beneficiary designation forms up-to-date, as well as your will or trust, to ensure they are consistent and reflect your current wishes. Customized Language If you or your attorney would like COA to provide you with customized beneficiary language that is specific to your goal and interest, please contact Amy Robinson, Development Manager, at COA at [email protected] or (904) 209-3700. Please call or email, so that we can assist you through every step of the process. Other Ways to Give Through Your Estate There are several other types of gifts you can give COA that will benefit both COA and you and/or your beneficiary including charitable gift annuities, charitable remainder trusts, charitable lead trusts and many more. Your financial advisor or elder law attorney can help guide you toward the best solution for you. If you believe strongly in the work being done by the Council on Aging (COA), and want to be part of the future of our success, please consider COA when you are doing your estate planning. And, thank you for your kindness and for caring about the seniors in our community who will benefit from your generosity! Please contact COA Development Manager Amy Robinson to discuss how you can create your legacy through planned giving at (904) 209-3700 or [email protected].
Donate – Council on Aging (COA)
Donate Today and Make a Difference in the Lives of St. Johns County's Older Adults Your gift helps enable older St. Johns County residents to maintain their health, happiness, and independence through the many programs and services Council on Aging offers. There are many ways for you to give back to those in our community who have already given so much throughout their lives. With your help, we can be there for them today. Consider donating securely via GiveButter to the left or donations may also be mailed to: Council on Aging at 180 Marine Street, St. Augustine, FL 32084. Leave a Lasting Legacy! Mary Peck is a Legacy Donor who is making a difference to seniors in our community for generations to come through her planned gift. You can make a lasting difference as well! Have questions? Please contact COA Development Manager Amy Robinson Call - (904) 209-3637 [email protected] Giving programs with Council on Aging: - Annual or Monthly Pledges/Donations - Legacy Gifts/Planned Giving - Friends of COA - Business Supporters - Memory Enhancement Scholarships (IMEP) - Naming Opportunities - Program Sponsorships (Meals on Wheels, Sunshine Center, etc.) - Make a QCD From Your RMD Making a QCD From Your RMD At age 70½ or older, one of the best ways to make a charitable contribution can be through your traditional IRA. You can use your IRA income rather than cash to make charitable gifts by making a Qualified Charitable distribution (QCD) to your favorite charity. All you need to do is: - Contact your IRA administrator and authorize a direct transfer from your IRA to St. Johns County Council on Aging. - Have the IRA administrator make the check payable to St. Johns County Council on Aging. - Address: 180 Marine Street, St. Augustine, FL 32084 - Phone: 904-209-3700 - If you need it, our tax ID# 59-1525829 This QCD can satisfy your required minimum distribution (RMD) for the year. It reduces your taxable income, which can help reduce your income taxes. The maximum amount for charitable distributions from your IRA cannot exceed $100,000 per calendar year. (The starting age to begin making Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs) now is 72, but QCDs still can begin at 70½.) You can also name a 501(c)(3) public charity, like the Council on Aging, as your IRA beneficiary, to enable you to fund your charitable and legacy objectives in an efficient and effective way while potentially experiencing tax savings for your heirs and your estate. Always consult with your financial advisor. All gifts are processed by St. Johns County Council on Aging, a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization (EIN: 59-1525829)
IMEP™ for Senior Care Organizations
IMEP™ Integrative Memory Enhancement Program is an original, research-based classroom program designed to optimize cognitive functioning and slow the progression of memory loss and dementia. The program serves an urgent need for adults facing these challenges. IMEP™ is a turnkey programming solution available for use by agencies and facilities that serve adults. It is being implemented successfully throughout the United States by agencies and senior care providers who lease the program for use. The comprehensive IMEP program supports brain function through integrating mind, body, and brain connections, and incorporates: - Research-based exercises to strengthen cognitive reserve - Memory-boosting techniques - Mental agility exercises - Guided relaxation - Stress-free classroom environments - Camaraderie, laughter, and mutual encouragement Benefits to Agencies: IMEP is a complete, turnkey programming resource that provides all of the tools, materials, and training necessary to successfully implement the program at any classroom location. Programming subscription agreements provide 52-weeks of research-based, original content, phone support, and optional facilitator training at our location or yours. What Doctors & Agencies Say About IMEP™: Dr. Melanie Chandler, Ph.D., Mayo Clinic, Division of Psychology: "The IMEP program is a valuable resource for our MCI (mild cognitive impairment) and dementia community. Their approach to engaging individuals in physical and cognitive exercises in a social environment aligns well with what we know helps older individuals with memory loss. I hear many positive things about IMEP from my patients, not only that they find it helpful, but also that they find it to be 'so much fun' (as a recent patient of mine stated). I will continue to refer my patients to the IMEP program." Julie Tombari, Administrator, New Day Adult Day Center, North Palm Beach, FL: "We have been with the IMEP program for years and we absolutely love it. It brings people in who do not normally come to a day program. It has attracted a new clientele that would not come otherwise. The clients just love it. The feedback we receive from families is equally wonderful. They always report that their loved ones talk more, and they are happier and more excited by life since coming to the program. 50% of our current clientele would not be here if it wasn't for IMEP." Crystal Collier, Kane Center, Council on Aging of Martin County, FL: "We have had tremendous growth with the IMEP program. We are attracting people at the early stages of cognitive decline who are motivated to be proactive and take action to mitigate the progression. The materials provided keep the participants engaged and stimulated. It has had a huge impact on our agency and we love it." What participants and caregivers say about IMEP™: "It's a totally relaxed and non-threatening environment. It's very comfortable – one of the most comfortable I've experienced. That's just as important as the educational aspect – the experience of being in a supportive and caring environment." "From the moment we walked in, we were welcomed by the facilitators and the participants! The class agenda was introduced to Mom in such a way that would make her feel comfortable and in control of making a positive and educated choice and change in her life." "The classes have greatly improved my husband's overall ability to function. When he first arrived he wouldn't engage with other participants. Now he has a positive outlook, joins in group discussions, raises his hand to share, and interacts socially with others in the class." "I am so happy that my mom has the opportunity to be part of this exceptional program. Mom is excited, positive, and for the first time in ten years she wanted to go buy herself a new outfit to go to class!" "Mom is absolutely loving it and never wants me to pick her up early! This program, your staff, and even the precious individuals in the class, are a complete answer to our prayers! My family is so thankful for your program!" "IMEP is the one true place where my wife gets to socialize. There's no other place, not even church, where she is able to truly interact. She has real friends there. It's the days that she can go to IMEP that she comes alive." IMEP™ from Home - Online Program: COA's ground-breaking Integrative Memory Enhancement Program, IMEP™, may also be offered online. Now participants can take action to enhance memory and stay sharp through participating in IMEP™ online from the comfort of home. Interested in Learning More About IMEP™ for Your Agency? The IMEP™ program is being successfully implemented at locations that serve seniors throughout the U.S. If you are an agency interested in implementing IMEP™ for memory services at your organization, please contact COA's Brian Robinson at (904) 209-3644 or [email protected].
Coastal Transportation
COASTAL TRANSPORTATION 180 Marine St. St. Augustine, FL 32084 Wayne Reyes, Manager Office - Wayne Reyes (904) 209-3638 Cell - Wayne Reyes (904) 540-0237 [email protected] Maria Adams, Assistant Manager Cell - Maria Adams (904) 481-7429 Linda Martin, Coastal Administrator Office - Linda Martin (904) 209-3697 Monday – Friday 9:00am – 5:00pm Charter Transportation Services Relax and let us do the driving! With the population of St. Augustine & St. Johns County growing at a rapid pace, Council on Aging recognized the need for private transportation services for our community's residents. COA's Coastal Transportation is a separate service for private charter only, operating anywhere in North Florida. Our SUV's and shuttle buses can comfortably accommodate 1-25 passengers with plenty of additional storage space for luggage or other items, and are operated by qualified and professional drivers possessing CDL licenses. Coastal Transportation provides private charter services for: - Wedding parties - Airport Shuttles - Corporate Gatherings - Sports Games - Concert Goers - Family Reunions - School groups - Cruise Port Shuttles - And Much More! 2025 Coastal Transportation Rates Due to increasing operating costs, it is periodically necessary for us to change our rates, effective January 1, 2026: 14 Passenger Bus: $525.00 25 Passenger Bus: $725.00 Wheelchair Bus: $545.00 Out of County: $100.00 Additional Charge Added PLEASE NOTE: 10-hour maximum on all buses. Driver gratuity is not included or required, but is always greatly appreciated! For more information, please call Coastal Transportation at (904) 540-0237.
Care Connection
Care Connection – Council on Aging (COA) COA's Care Connection program helps independent, older adults meet and manage the more challenging demands of everyday life. As a 100% donor-funded and volunteer-powered program, Care Connection is able to fill gaps by providing crucial services for which there are no government funding sources. These services help seniors remain in their own homes where they are most comfortable, rather than being compelled to enter assisted living for lack of assistance. Services include minor home repairs, basic lawn care, access to assistive devices, installation of safety and assistive equipment such as grab bars and wheelchair ramps, food for pets, help with monthly budgeting, and help applying for state and federal assistance programs. Care Connection's office is located at COA's headquarters at 180 Marine Street in downtown St. Augustine, Florida. Our phone number is (904) 209-3649. Our Team Of Volunteers Can: - Help with minor home repairs - Help with basic lawn maintenance - Install assistive devices such as safety grab bars & wheelchair ramps - Assist with accessing services and benefits for those who are eligible - Help with monthly budgeting - And more! Have questions? Call to speak with a member of our Care Connection team. Call - (904) 209-3649 Do you need help? Make the Care Connection! Are you an older adult, age 60 or up, who finds it difficult to make ends meet? Are you in need of some help with the cost of groceries or healthcare? You are not alone. Did you know there may be help available for you? Many seniors qualify for—but are not yet enrolled in—benefit programs that could help them pay for prescriptions, medical care, and food. COA can help you determine if you are eligible and help you apply for additional benefits. For more information or to make an appointment, please call Care Connection at (904) 209-3649. Care Connection links seniors who need help with the resources and volunteers who may provide it. Care Connection is staffed by one part-time COA staff member who coordinates all activities within the department. Everyone else involved in Care Connection is a dedicated COA volunteer. Our volunteers know the value of the work they do and their impact on the lives of those they serve! Some of our dedicated, hard-working Care Connection volunteer groups include: Support Team is the front line of our Care Connection team. They will help you connect with the resources you need, within Council on Aging and in the community. Cutters and Clippers Team aids with basic lawn maintenance to enhance safety, eliminate pests, and avoid unnecessary home owners association fines. Minor Repairs Team assists with minor home repairs, such as changing light bulbs, replacing batteries in smoke detectors, and installing safety grab bars. Accessibility Team designs and builds wheelchair ramps so that those who require them for access can enjoy renewed independence and safety as they enter and exit their homes. Donate Items to Care Connection The following donations are always needed and welcomed: - Assistive devices, such as walkers, wheelchairs, magnifiers, accessibility items, safety equipment, etc. - Pet food - Monetary donations – Donate today by clicking here! - Your time – Volunteers are needed in our office or at clients' homes! To learn more about becoming a COA volunteer and to get started, please click here. Make a Difference with Your Team! If you are looking for a way to help build camaraderie and team spirit among your employees while giving back to the community, we have the perfect fit for you. Care Connection offers opportunities for corporate-sponsored teambuilding events. Whether it is building ramps, painting home interiors, minor home repairs, or cutting lawns, Care Connection can set up an amazing teambuilding experience for you and your team! Have questions? Call to speak with a member of our Care Connection team. Call - (904) 209-3649
Champions for Elders Golf Tournament
Champions for Elders Golf Tournament – Council on Aging (COA) Become a Champion for Elders! Join us at our event in 2026 and stand out in our community as a business or organization that supports local elders! COA's 22nd Annual Champions for Elders Golf Tournament to benefit Council on Aging will be held on Monday, November 17, 2025 at The Palencia Club in St. Augustine, Florida. Sponsors were invited to bring teams of four to enjoy a day of golf followed by a celebratory luncheon, or participate as a sponsor off the course to support the important work COA does every day for local seniors and caregivers. As a nonprofit, 501(c)(3) organization, COA relies upon the support of members of the community to support our important work. "At COA, we rely upon the generosity and good will of members of the community and local businesses to be there for our community's elders and those who care for them," explained COA Executive Director, Becky Yanni. "Our annual Champions for Elders golf tournament is crucial to our ability to serve." Sponsorship Opportunities All teams and sponsors receive recognition at the event, online, on social media, and in our weekly e-newsletter to celebrate their commitment to supporting St. Johns County seniors. To join us as a sponsor and/or playing team at our 2026 event, please contact COA's Karen Foy at (904) 209-3692 or [email protected]. Have questions? For more information about joining us as a sponsor and/or playing team for our 2025 tournament, please contact COA's Amy Robinson. Call: (904) 209-3700 [email protected] COA provides an extensive array of services for area seniors including Meals on Wheels, independent living services, case management, memory enhancement programs, therapeutic adult daycare, transportation, prescription assistance, and more. We also offer opportunities for lifelong learning and socialization at our six community centers located throughout the county. In addition, COA offers programs to support the needs of local caregivers, providing counseling, education, support groups, and respite care. Thank you for your generous support of St. Johns County seniors and caregivers!
Hastings Center
Hastings Senior Center – Council on Aging (COA) Al Wilke Community Center 6150 S. Main St., Hastings, FL 32145 [email protected] Lorain Vinson (904) 209-3694 Monday, Wednesday & Friday - 9:30am – 1pm Lunch served: 11:30am – 12:15pm COA's Hastings Community Senior Center invites those age 60 and up to join us every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 9:30 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. at the AI Wilke Community Center, 6150 S. Main St., Hastings, FL 32145. for an array of activities, events, and programs. We provide a healthy and delicious lunch, games, fitness classes, educational classes, arts and crafts, and opportunities for socialization. Transportation to and from the center is available within a specific radius. Download a Transportation Request Form below. Transportation Request Form If you are unable to drive or cannot obtain a ride to and from the center, please click the button to download a Transportation Request Form. Please fill out the form and email it to COA's Lorain Vinson at [email protected], or deliver it to her attention at the Hastings Senior Center, 6150 S. Main St., Hastings, FL 32145. You may also obtain a copy of the form at the center. Hastings Senior Activities COA's Hastings Community Senior Center invites those over the age of 60 to join us every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 9:30 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. at the AI Wilke Community Center, 6150 S. Main St. in Hastings for an array of activities, events, and programs. We provide a healthy and delicious lunch, games, fitness classes, educational classes, arts and crafts, celebrations, and opportunities for socialization. Come Socialize! Are you looking for a place to make friends in Hastings? If so, come join us, Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 9:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. We have a lot going on here! See our calendar for the upcoming events. Rain or Shine! Our Produce & Pollinator Garden The Hastings Senior Center and the St. Johns County Master Gardeners have partnered to create a Produce and Pollinator Garden at the Hastings center. Members of the Council on Aging Hastings Senior Center are making their garden grow – and having a great time together! "Do not regret growing older. It is a privilege denied to many."
Independent Living
Independent Living – Council on Aging (COA) INDEPENDENT LIVING SERVICES Research conclusively shows that most seniors prefer to age in place in the comfort and familiarity of their own homes. COA can help! COA Independent Living Services offer access to home and community-based programs and services provided through contracts with a variety of federal, state, county, and local entities. These subsidized programs facilitate at-home, independent living for older adults (60+ for most programs) and are designed to offer cost savings for those who need support. Services may include Meals on Wheels, personal care, help with household tasks and errands, respite for caregivers, emergency alert systems, and mental health counseling. The services are contingent upon availability and eligibility. We are happy to tell you more about these subsidized services and how to access them. To learn more, please call our Independent Living Services department at (904) 209-3700. You may also contact ElderSource, the Northeast Florida Area Agency on Aging, to request a waitlist screening for these programs at https://myeldersource.org or by calling (904) 391-6699. For more information about programs offered, visit the Florida Department of Elder Affairs website at https://elderaffairs.org/programs-services. Have questions? Call to speak with a member of our Independent Living Services team. Call - (904) 209-3700 PRESCRIPTION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM Has the high cost of medication left you trying to decide which prescriptions you can afford? If so, please call Council on Aging to learn how you may be able to receive free or reduced-cost medication offered by the pharmaceutical companies. If you are eligible, we will help you navigate the application process. The Prescription Assistance Program has been helping St. Johns County seniors since 2003. In recent years, the program has saved seniors over $3,000,000 per year! Contact COA's Prescription Assistance Coordinator Tina Brophil, RN, to learn more at (904) 797-8700 or [email protected]. Have questions? Contact Tina Brophil, RN, our Prescription Assistance Coordinator, to learn more. Email - [email protected] Call - (904) 797-8700
Caregiver Support
Caregiver Support – Council on Aging (COA) AS A CAREGIVER YOU ARE NOT ALONE! Has your loved one been diagnosed with dementia? Facing problems and need someone to talk to? Not sure what to do next? Community-Care Giving is here to help! It's a free, confidential service for St. Johns County, Florida residents and their families. Community Care-Giving provides tools that promote and empower a positive and successful caregiving experience in an effort to improve the health and well-being of caregivers and their loved ones. The services include assessment of person-centered needs, educational workshops, caregiver support groups, self-care activities, and caregiver and loved one activities and events. For us, Community Care-Giving begins with YOU! Our dedicated professionals will meet with you to help design a care plan that fits the needs of your family. What comes after the diagnosis? Most people who are faced with a diagnosis of dementia, Alzheimer's disease, or other forms of memory loss or brain trauma simply don't know where to turn. COA can help you take that all-important next step! Most importantly, please remember that YOU ARE NOT ALONE! We are here to help. To get started, please fill out our confidential COA Caregiver Needs Assessment form. Once you have completed the form, click the Submit button at the bottom. This will provide us with the information needed to be able to meet your specific caregiving needs. (Please note: This assessment does not accept dashes, commas, or periods – even in the phone number. If your response does not go through after pressing the Submit button, please check the corrections needed in red, and try again.) Once your form has been submitted, you will be contacted to schedule an appointment with a COA Certified Dementia Care Practitioner who will set up a time to discuss your situation, develop an individualized education and needs assessment, and support, guide, and empower you to find solutions to those needs. Activities and events held throughout St. Johns County are available to any caregiver in the community. You do not have to face dementia alone – your community is here for you. Get started with Community Care-Giving today! Have questions? Call to speak with a member of our professional Community Care-Giving team. Email - [email protected] Call - (904) 209-3674 Upcoming Caregiver Events in the Community Caregiver Support Group Meetings: COA's Community Care-Giving offers free Caregiver Support Meetings in St. Augustine and Nocatee. Virtual Caregiver Support Groups: COA also offers free Virtual Caregiver Support Groups via Zoom. Please contact (904) 209-3674 or [email protected] for more information. Please note: our phone line is open Monday through Friday 9:30am to 5:00pm for any questions, problems or concerns. Caregivers can leave a message anytime by email or phone. Calls will be answered the next business day. Attention business owners: COA is taking part in a program that helps St. Augustine and St. Johns County become a better-informed Dementia Friendly Community. If your company is interested in hosting a free educational class (approximately 1-2 hours) for your employees on the topic of dementia and Alzheimer's disease, please contact Paulette Kozlowski COA Community Care-giving Manager, at (904) 209-3674 or [email protected] to get started. Meetings are open and all caregivers are encouraged to attend. To sign up, please call COA's Paulette Kozlowski today at (904) 209-3674.
Care Connection – Council on Aging (COA)
Care Connection – Council on Aging (COA) COA's Care Connection program helps independent, older adults meet and manage the more challenging demands of everyday life. As a 100% donor-funded and volunteer-powered program, Care Connection is able to fill gaps by providing crucial services for which there are no government funding sources. These services help seniors remain in their own homes where they are most comfortable, rather than being compelled to enter assisted living for lack of assistance. Services include minor home repairs, basic lawn care, access to assistive devices, installation of safety and assistive equipment such as grab bars and wheelchair ramps, food for pets, help with monthly budgeting, and help applying for state and federal assistance programs. Care Connection's office is located at COA's headquarters at 180 Marine Street in downtown St. Augustine, Florida. Our phone number is (904) 209-3649. Our Team Of Volunteers Can: - Help with minor home repairs - Help with basic lawn maintenance - Install assistive devices such as safety grab bars & wheelchair ramps - Assist with accessing services and benefits for those who are eligible - Help with monthly budgeting - And more! Have questions? Call to speak with a member of our Care Connection team. Call - (904) 209-3649 Do you need help? Make the Care Connection! Are you an older adult, age 60 or up, who finds it difficult to make ends meet? Are you in need of some help with the cost of groceries or healthcare? You are not alone. Did you know there may be help available for you? Many seniors qualify for—but are not yet enrolled in—benefit programs that could help them pay for prescriptions, medical care, and food. COA can help you determine if you are eligible and help you apply for additional benefits. For more information or to make an appointment, please call Care Connection at (904) 209-3649. Care Connection links seniors who need help with the resources and volunteers who may provide it. Care Connection is staffed by one part-time COA staff member who coordinates all activities within the department. Everyone else involved in Care Connection is a dedicated COA volunteer. Our volunteers know the value of the work they do and their impact on the lives of those they serve! Some of our dedicated, hard-working Care Connection volunteer groups include: Support Team is the front line of our Care Connection team. They will help you connect with the resources you need, within Council on Aging and in the community. Cutters and Clippers Team aids with basic lawn maintenance to enhance safety, eliminate pests, and avoid unnecessary home owners association fines. Minor Repairs Team assists with minor home repairs, such as changing light bulbs, replacing batteries in smoke detectors, and installing safety grab bars. Accessibility Team designs and builds wheelchair ramps so that those who require them for access can enjoy renewed independence and safety as they enter and exit their homes. Donate Items to Care Connection The following donations are always needed and welcomed: - Assistive devices, such as walkers, wheelchairs, magnifiers, accessibility items, safety equipment, etc. - Pet food - Monetary donations – Donate today by clicking here! - Your time – Volunteers are needed in our office or at clients' homes! To learn more about becoming a COA volunteer and to get started, please click here. Make a Difference with Your Team! If you are looking for a way to help build camaraderie and team spirit among your employees while giving back to the community, we have the perfect fit for you. Care Connection offers opportunities for corporate-sponsored teambuilding events. Whether it is building ramps, painting home interiors, minor home repairs, or cutting lawns, Care Connection can set up an amazing teambuilding experience for you and your team! Have questions? Call to speak with a member of our Care Connection team. Call - (904) 209-3649
Ponte Vedra Memory Center
Ponte Vedra Memory Care Center – Council on Aging (COA) 1048 A1A N., Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082 Susan Miller (904) 729-9535 [email protected] Mondays 9am - 12noon; Tuesdays, Wednesdays, & Thursdays 9am - 2pm The Ponte Vedra Memory Care Center is a valuable resource for individuals to proactively address memory loss or dementia through participation in COA's Integrative Memory Enhancement Program, IMEP™. IMEP™ is a dynamic and innovative response to memory loss. A structured, research-based program, IMEP integrates the mind, body, and brain connections to boost cognitive reserve and minimize the progression of memory loss or dementia. IMEP employs specific cognitive and physical exercises designed to support cognitive function. The program also utilizes healing modalities that support overall brain and body function. A light-hearted atmosphere, authentic dialogue, and engaging social interaction are the hallmarks of each and every IMEP class. Each day's class focuses on a different brain topic, for example flexible thinking, spatial orientation, communication, or reasoning. The day's activities then support and stimulate that brain function. The program provides a dignified, supportive, and non-judgmental environment in a relaxed classroom setting that encourages camaraderie. At the Ponte Vedra Memory Care Center, IMEP™ is offered in 3-hour and 5-hour program formats. The 5-hour program includes lunch. What our participants and caregivers say about IMEP™ "It's a totally relaxed and non-threatening environment. It's very comfortable – one of the most comfortable I've experienced. That's just as important as the educational aspect – the experience of being in a supportive and caring environment." "From the moment we walked in, we were welcomed by the facilitators and the participants! The class agenda was introduced to Mom in such a way that would make her feel comfortable and in control of making a positive and educated choice and change in her life." "The classes have greatly improved my husband's overall ability to function. When he first arrived he wouldn't engage with other participants. Now he has a positive outlook, joins in group discussions, raises his hand to share, and interacts socially with others in the class." "I am so happy that my mom has the opportunity to be part of this exceptional program. Mom is excited, positive, and for the first time in ten years she wanted to go buy herself a new outfit to go to class!" The Ponte Vedra Memory Care Center is located at 1048 A1A North in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida. For more information and to register, please contact Susan Miller at (904) 729-9535.
Trout Creek Center
Trout Creek Senior Center – Council on Aging (COA) 6795 Collier Rd Orangedale, FL 32092 Contact: Jessica Curry Email: [email protected] Phone: (904) 209-3658 Open Monday, Wednesday, and Friday 8:30am to 1:00pm Are you a resident over 60 in the Trout Creek area and looking for an active community senior center with a scenic view? Look no further! COA's Trout Creek Senior Center welcomes you to our in-person senior programs on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Join us for healthy and delicious lunches, group activities, games, fitness classes, educational presentations, arts and crafts, opportunities for socialization, and more! Scroll below to view our calendar of events, and contact Jessica Curry at [email protected] or (904) 209-3658 to register to attend. We look forward to meeting you! Transportation Request Form If you are unable to drive or cannot obtain a ride to and from the center, please click the button to download a Transportation Request Form. Please fill out the form and email it to COA's Jessica Curry at [email protected] or deliver it to her attention at the Trout Creek Senior Center, 6795 Collier Rd., Orangedale, FL 32092. You may also obtain a copy of the form at the center. "Beautiful young people are accidents of nature but beautiful old people are works of art." - Eleanor Roosevelt For more information, contact COA's Jessica Curry at [email protected] or (904) 209-3658. We look forward to hearing from you!
Ponte Vedra Center – Council on Aging
Ponte Vedra Center – Council on Aging (COA) THE PLAYERS COMMUNITY SENIOR CENTER 175 Landrum Ln Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082 [email protected] Suzanne Chester (904) 209-3659 Mondays - Closed Tuesdays 9am – 5pm Wednesdays 9am – 4pm Thursdays 9am – 2pm Fridays 9am – 3pm It's your life! Live it up! Practice your putting on the green, relax on the wrap-around veranda, or come on inside to enjoy lunch and try your hand at bingo, chair exercise, Tai Chi, dominoes, bridge, canasta, painting, and much, much more! We are open Tuesdays 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.; Wednesdays 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.; Thursdays 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.; and Fridays 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Check out our calendars for all scheduled activities each month, and scroll below to view flyers for some of our upcoming events. Your friends are here – how about you? Transportation Request Form If you are unable to drive or cannot obtain a ride to and from the center, please click the button to download a Transportation Request Form. Please fill out the form and email it to COA's Suzanne Chester at [email protected] or deliver it to her attention at THE PLAYERS Community Senior Center, 175 Landrum Ln., Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082. You may also obtain a copy of the form at the center. Application Form July Calendar July Menu "We're a community of people who come together to advocate, to educate and to celebrate. We celebrate our families and our friendships. We celebrate life! Join us!"
River House – Lifelong Learning & Events Center
River House – Council on Aging (COA) RIVER HOUSE Lifelong Learning & Events Center 179 Marine St. St. Augustine, FL 32084 Teresa Harris (904) 209-3655 Open Monday through Thursday - 9am – 4pm River House is COA's lifelong learning center located on the Matanzas River in downtown St. Augustine, Florida. Join us for lifelong learning courses, exercise and healthy living classes, lectures, clubs, support groups, and special events open to adults age 18 and up. Keep growing and learning with us at River House! To browse River House course offerings and special events, please click on the calendar icons below. Registration is required for fee-based classes, and space is limited. Please review our Cancellation Policy below.
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