The City of Jacksonville is offering a timely health service to the senior community with its Senior Day events, a recent social gathering demonstrating the city's commitment to public health measures. According to a post on X by JEA, more than 30 seniors congregated at the latest event from the Bennie Furlong and Southside Senior centers. The attendees not only socialized but also took an important step in protecting their health by getting free flu shots.
Senior Day recap 💛
— JEA (@NewsfromJEA) February 18, 2026
More than 30 seniors joined us from the Bennie Furlong and Southside Senior centers.
Free flu shots will continue at each JEA Senior Day through flu season. Shingles vaccines will be available in March (first & second doses).
📅 Next Senior Day: March 18 pic.twitter.com/3k6FIcyROK
As flu season continues to affect communities, Jacksonville extends its ongoing healthcare initiative, ensuring that the city's elders have access to necessary vaccinations without burdensome costs. The City of Jacksonville's social media post added that the provision of these free flu shots "will continue at each JEA Senior Day through flu season." Moreover, those interested in shingles vaccines can look forward to March when first and second doses will be made available.
Senior Day has already put a date on the calendar for its next assembly, inviting the city's elderly population to stay connected and protected. "📅 Next Senior Day: March 18," JEA announced, signaling another opportunity for seniors to receive healthcare services and to enjoy the companionship of peers.
