The Nix Health
Care Foundation recognizes the special needs of seniors and is committed
to enhancing health care quality and promoting wellness for adults
age 55 or over.
Nix Senior Gold, a senior health awareness program designed in
partnership with Nix physicians, offers preventive health services,
educational and informative programs, and special member discounts
especially for seniors.
EDUCATIONAL & INFORMATIONAL PROGRAMS
One of the highlights of Nix Senior Gold is the companionship
of fellow members during social and informational events. Special
member opportunities include:
- Informative semi-annual Senior Gold newsletter,
- Monthly Smart Living Seminars, which offer members a nutritious
lunch, social interaction and informative presentations from health
care and business professionals,
- Just-for-Fun field trips,
- Health education materials,
- Volunteer projects, and
- Other enriching activities.
PREVENTIVE HEALTH SERVICES
Senior Gold members are entitled to reduced-fee or complimentary
health screenings, health fairs and other preventive services to
aid in the quest for wellness. Services include:
- Blood pressure checks at the monthly Smart Living Seminars,
- Health care screenings,
- Flu shots,
- Senior fitness activities, and
- Physician referrals.
PARKING
One hour parking validation is available for the Mid-City Garage
(across the street from the front entrance to the Nix) and discounted
parking is available at the South Bank Lot (at the corner of Crockett
and Navarro). Discounted valet parking is also available for seniors
in the Nix Medical Center parking garage.
TRANSPORTATION SERVICE
Senior Gold members receive a DISCOUNTED FEE for transportation
services provided by the Nix. Transportation is complimentary when
traveling between Nix Health Care System facilities. For transportation
arrangements or information, please call 210-579-3157.