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Help Shape the Future of Seniors in Colorado!

Playing a role in senior politics is so rewarding, not only can you build valuable relationships at a time in your life when you have so much experience and wisdom to offer, but you can also gain an appreciation and respect for the wonderful people who serve us and who count on us to help …

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Senior Hunger in the U.S.

By Ronald Smith, Centura Health LINKS In United States, over 4 million low-income adults over age 60 rely on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) to stay healthy and make ends meet. However, 3 out 5 seniors who qualify for SNAP do not apply. This means that 5.3 million seniors miss out on benefits they …

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Cervical Cancer/HPV Awareness Campaign

Arts and Wellness, a non-profit, Colorado-based women’s health support group presents the 2nd Annual Cervical Cancer/HPV Awareness Campaign. January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month. The awareness and fundraising event, themed, “Celebrating Women’s Health Through Music and Dance,” begins at the Rising Star Missionary Baptist Church, 1596 S. Dayton St., Denver, Saturday, January 21, 7:00 p.m …

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Being Grateful Makes Us Better Citizens

With Thanksgiving Day past, it is interesting to note that America is a very grateful nation. In fact, the majority of Americans are particularly thankful for their families and the freedom they have living in the U.S., according to a recent survey sponsored by the John Templeton Foundation. Meanwhile, studies by the Pew Research Center rank …

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Bringing It Home – Volunteers Bring The World To Others

Debbie Burns and her mother, Beulah, have something special to be thankful for this holiday. At 97 years of age, Beulah Burns of Arvada is aging in place at her home, receiving support from community agencies and from her daughter, Debbie Burns, who calls daily and travels often from her home in Meeker, Colorado to …

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Denver Honors Veterans!

Last month, Denver honored veterans with a military parade and fair on Veterans Day at Civic Center Park. Thousands of civic minded citizens attended the two hour parade that surrounded the park. Many ROTC groups, military personnel with their colorful flags marched by the citizens along with military vehicles, marching bands, and lots of veterans …

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Ms. Colorado Senior America Competes in National Pageant

By Shari Ortiz, President, MCSAP Sylvia Boyd, Ms. Colorado Senior America 2016, competed in the National Ms. Senior America Pageant in Atlantic City, NJ, on October 17 and 18. Sylvia was one of 45 contestants who competed from across the U.S. Although not walking away with the National title, Sylvia still wowed the judges with …

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Random Act Of Kindness

By Harvey McWhorter It was one of those long days after work, standing in line at a King Soopers in the customer service area. It was a long line with many other tired workers of the day. The line was moving slower and slower with people paying bills, purchasing Money Orders and playing the Lottery …

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Indoor Cycling Motivation

Relentlessly the doctor’s advice is, “You need more cardio exercise to keep your heart healthy.” But let’s face it, I can’t think of anything more boring than pedaling a bicycle inside. I mean, isn’t the main joy of riding a bike to go somewhere – explore new places and get some fresh air? So, I …

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Water Fitness Classes Decrease Arthritis Symptoms

For 50 million adults across the United States, the start of winter months and colder weather marks an increase in the severity of their arthritis symptoms. The YMCA of Metropolitan Denver is reminding the community of various water fitness programs offered year round designed to help reduce symptoms of arthritis and joint pain. “Water Fitness …

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Castle View High School Theatre Company Presents “Aida”

The Theatre Company invites you to their musical performance of “Aida.” This Tony® Award-winning show takes center stage at Castle View High School, November 15-19. The high school is located at 5254 N. Meadows Boulevard, Castle Rock and tickets are on sale now online for performances at 7 p.m. each evening, with a 1 p.m. …

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CD1 Congressional Candidate Casper Stockham supports S.2427 – Disability Integration Act 2015!

Congressional candidate Charles (Casper) Stockham announced today that he will support senate bill S.2427 and will introduce a similar house bill if he is elected to congress! Stockham – “S.2427 has the real potential to correct a government injustice that has gone on for far too long against our fellow disabled American citizens. The government …

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