BUS SERVICES FOR ORGANIZATIONS & CLUBS
Available to City of Florissant Senior Clubs. Two buses are available for trips within a 50 mile radius of our City. There is a minimum of 20 people per bus, with a maximum of 25. The cost of each bus is $100.00, with an additional charge of $2.00 for each non-resident. Each group is allowed 6 non-resident members per bus. Everyone must provide a current Resident ID Card (or for non-residents a picture ID), an emergency contact and phone number. Please call for more information 314-839-1776
BUS TRANSPORTATION
F.L.E.R.T. BUS (Florissant Local Elderly Resident Transportation)
FREE bus transportation is available for curb to curb transportation anywhere within the City Limits of Florissant for Senior residents, Monday through Friday from 8:30 am until 4:00 pm, and limited use on weekends. Appointments may be scheduled Monday through Friday by calling 314-839-1776, between the hours of 8:30 am and 12:00 pm. Reservations are required 24 hours in advance for regular trips. Medical appointments are accepted three to five working days in advance. City sponsored parties, flu shots, tax appointments and the Mayor's Town Hall meeting are accepted three to five working days in advance. Other special Senior events will be posted on our website and informational flyers if the bus will be available.
Those under 60 years of age with disabilities may also use the bus with a written request to the Mayor's Office and a letter or fax stating the disability and the need for the transportation from their doctor. This request may be sent to Mayor Thomas P. Schneider, Florissant City Hall 955 Rue St. Francois, Florissant, MO 63031 or Fax #314-921-7111.
CLUBS
All Senior Citizens with their current Resident Photo ID have the opportunity of joining the following clubs. For more information call the Senior Office at 839-7604.
Bingo clubs:
Monday Club : Meets every Monday for Bingo from 11:30 - 2:30 on the lower level of the Eagan Center. Bring a sandwich - coffee and tea are available. Interesting day trips to St. Louis Area Locations are also scheduled.
Tuesday/Adult Club : Meets the second Tuesday of each month from 11:00 - 1:30 on the lower level of the Eagan Center. Bring your lunch! Bingo, Trips, speakers and special events planned.
Wednesday Club: Meets every Wednesday for Bingo from 11:30-2:30pm on the lower level of the Eagan Center. Bring a sandwich - coffee and tea available. Interesting day trips to St. Louis Area locations are also scheduled.
Card Clubs:
Bridge Club: Meets every Friday at the Eagan Center at 10:30apm.
Pinochle Club: Meets every Tuesday at the JFK Center in Koch Park from 7:00 - 9:00pm
Silver Words Club:
Meets the second Thursday of each month. This club is for Widowed, Divorced or Singles. Click here to view more information and a calendar of activities and trips.
Minnie's Line Dance Club: Free Line Dance instruction! Meets every Wednesday at 12:30pm at the Eagan Center. Great exercise while learning to line dance!
DANCES
We are now holding dances throughout the year for ALL SENIORS in the area (you do not need to be a Florissant resident). Click here to view the 2012 Dance Calendar.
DINING CENTER
The Senior Dining Center is located at 621 rue St. Francois and is open Monday through Friday from 10:00 am until 2:00 pm. Reservations are required 24 hours in advance and may be made by calling 314-839-7603 before 11:00 am. A wonderful catered lunch is served each day at 12:00 noon for only $5.00 for residents and $6.00 for non-residents, who must be accompanied by a Florissant Senior Resident. Menus are listed on this website, the Florissant Channel, both Civic Centers, the Florissant Senior Office and the Dining Center. The F.L.E.R.T. Bus is also available from your door to the Dining Center by calling 314-839-1776 for reservations. This is a great way to meet others, have a great lunch and also enjoy playing cards, Bingo, exercise classes, parties, craft day and day trips. Free Blood Pressure readings are also available each month.Click here to view this month's menu.
DISCOUNT PROGRAM
Seniors who present their Florissant Photo ID Card have the opportunity of receiving special discounts on programs offered through the City and from local businesses that participate in the Golden Age Discount Program. Click here for a list of participating merchants.
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EMERGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION
Seniors who apply for a Resident Card are required to fill out information regarding their emergency contacts during the day and evening hours. This information is kept in the Senior Office as another benefit to the Senior residents in case of an emergency situation.
FIFTY-FIVE AND ALIVE PROGRAM
Thanks to the Florissant Police Dept. and members of AARP, Senior Citizens have the opportunity of participating in a wonderful program that focuses on some of the bad habits mature drivers fall into over the years. Many automobile insurance companies will give discounted rates to those individuals who successfully complete this program. AARP charges a small fee for this eight-hour program which is held on two consecutive days at the Florissant Police Department located at 1700 North Highway 67. Call 314-831-7000 for more information.
FILE OF LIFE
A small red plastic pocket with a magnet on the back, contains a card listing emergency medical information, and is placed on the outside of the Senior resident's refrigerator. It enables medics to obtain a quick medical history when the patient is unable to offer one. A purse/wallet size is also available. This recorded information is also very helpful to take along to doctor appointments, hospitals or for other family members. This is available at no charge when residents register for Senior services.
FLORISSANT FOCUS
This publication is mailed to residents several times throughout the year, and list information on all of the many programs and activities held throughout the City of Florissant. Several pages are devoted especially to the Senior Citizens, and spotlight upcoming events and programs for Senior residents.
FLU SHOTS - Senior Citizens will have the opportunity of obtaining Flu Shots from two local companies. Residents AND non-residents are welcome! TIP HealthCare provided Seasonal Flu & Pneumonia Shots at the J.J. Eagan Center on Tuesday, October 2, 2012 from 9am until 4pm.
MediNurse will be providing Seasonal Flu & Pneumonia shots at the JFK Center on Wednesday, October 17, 2012 from 9am until 3pm. For more information contact the City of Florissant Senior Office at 314-839-7605.
FOOD BANK PROGRAM
The City of Florissant is proud to be a distribution site for the St. Louis Area Food Bank from the Missouri Commodity Supplemental Food Program. Anyone 60 years of age and older who meet the following requirements may apply at the Senior office located at 955 Rue St. Francois, Florissant, MO 63031:
Food is distributed on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at the Florissant Senior Dining Center located
at 621 rue St. Francois, between the hours of 3:00pm and 4:30 pm only. For more information
contact the City of Florissant Senior Office at 314-839-7604 or 839-7605.
GOLF - Call the Golf Club of Florissant at 314-741-7444 for senior programs.
INCOME TAX ASSISTANCE
Senior Citizens may receive help with their Federal, State and Property Tax Credit (Circuit Breaker) returns at no charge thanks to A.A.R.P. and Senior volunteers. These returns are completed between February 7th and April 12th at the JFK Center at Koch Park. There is an income guideline of less than $45,000 for having your taxes completed by an AARP tax preparer. Appointments are required and may be made through the Senior Office at 314-839-7604 or 839-7605 beginning Monday, January 23 , 2012 with tax preparations starting the second week of February. Office hours are Monday thru Friday from 8:00 am till 5:00 pm.
INFORMATION AND HANDYMAN SERVICE
Phone numbers for handymen, lawn and snow removal, contractors, housekeepers and information regarding many services may be obtained through the Senior Office. Please call the Senior Office to find out about our many programs that Seniors may want to get involved in. The Senior Office is located in the Florissant City Hall, 955 Rue St. Francois, Florissant, MO 63031, and is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 am until 5:00 pm. Call 314-839-7604 or 839-7605 for more information.
LINE DANCING
Line Dance classes are offered at no charge every Wednesday at the J.J. Eagan Center from 12:30pm till 2:00 pm.
NORTH COUNTY GALA
Every year the City of Florissant, along with the cities of Bridgeton, Ferguson, Hazelwood and St. Ann join together to provide North County Seniors Citizens with WONDERFUL DRESS-UP event. Click here to view information on the North County Gala.
PARTIES
Thanks to the Florissant Senior Commission, we have planned five parties throughout the year. The parties are held during the day at the J.J. Eagan Center and include dinner, raffles, attendance prizes, entertainment and of course Bingo! Our biggest party is our New Year's Eve Party that is held during the day. We celebrate with a live band, noisemakers, beer, wine and soda, along with attendance prizes. Over 400 seniors countdown at 12:00 noon and toast in the New Year. Click here to view information on our next party.
TRIPS
Senior Trips to sites in the St. Louis area are planned throughout the year. Call 595-3636 for information on our upcoming trips. Click here to view trip information.
TV SHOW
"IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE", shown throughout the week on City Cable Channel #10 featuring programs relating to Senior Citizens and Senior activities throughout the area. Click here to view shows.
VETERANS' BENEFITS - Each Tuesday from 8:30 am until 3:30 pm, a Veterans Service Officer is available at City Hall for Veterans wanting information regarding benefits that are available to them. Call the City Hall at 314-921-5700 to set up an appointment.
If you have any ideas or suggestions for Senior programs or activities that you would
like to see in the City of Florissant, please contact the Senior Office at:
314-839-7604 or 839-7605 or by e-mail at
phogan@florissantmo.com or dtebeau@florissantmo.com
