Category: Larimer County Latest News

14th Annual Senior Law Day

Elder Care Network of Northern Colorado presents the 14th annual Larimer County Senior Law Day to assist seniors and their families with legal matters related to aging and planning. Attend educational workshops while socializing with other families who are facing similar challenges. Meet legal professionals in our community and receive valuable reference materials. Don’t miss …

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Senior Helpers Grand Opening

Senior Helpers Northern Colorado held their Fort Collins Chamber of Commerce grand opening, complete with a red ribbon cutting ceremony on May 29th, at the Fort Collins Chamber of Commerce. Senior Helpers proudly serves all of Larimer and Weld Counties, including Fort Collins, Loveland, Greeley, Wellington, Windsor, Estes Park and Longmont. Senior Helpers provides professional …

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Larimer County adopts fire restrictions on open fires and fireworks

As of noon today (July 3, 2018), restrictions on open fires for the unincorporated portions of Larimer County go into effect. These restrictions stay in effect until August 3, 2018. Also, in effect are restrictions on the use of fireworks, public firework displays and incendiary devices. This is not a fire ban. Restricted today: • …

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Senior Law Day on August 4

The Elder Care Network of Northern Colorado presents the 14th annual Larimer County Senior Law Day on Saturday, August 4 from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. Registration begins at 8:00 am. Co-chaired by Kate Spruiell of Ability Home Health Care and Irish Martin-Danhoff of FirstLight Homecare, the event is at Colorado State University’s Lory Student …

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Prevent Elder Abuse: Don’t Take the Bait!

It happens every day. The story begins with a phone call or email asking to send money to the I.R.S., or that there is a warrant from local law enforcement demanding payment to avoid immediate arrest. It also could be an email from the F.B.I. asking the recipient to click a link for more information. …

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An Evening’ at the Cowboy Corral Saloon

The SOAP  Troupe (Slightly Older Adult Players) will be presenting our annual Spring show on May 4th and 5th at the Fort Collins Senior Center! Three performances at $6.00 per ticket available in advance by calling 970-221-6644; also available at the door at showtime.  The show times are Friday at 1:30pm and 7:00pm and Saturday …

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Senior Education Network

At March’s Senior Education Network meeting, Kelli Fritts, AARP’s Associate State Advocacy Director, presented the latest state legislature news on pending senior related bills. AARP is looking for new volunteers to help as advocates on legislature issues to help seniors. If interested, please call Kelli at 303-764-5991 or email her at kfritts@aarp.org Kelli reviewed the …

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National Month of Hope

During April, buds come into full bloom brightening our days, and National Month of Hope also lends a hand in lifting our spirits. Bringing hope to someone can take many forms. Being a positive role model in the life of a child or providing a community a foundation for future endeavors both provide hope for …

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Fraud and Scams Forum

Recently, Larimer County Office on Aging held a forum on fraud and scams. Jody Shadduck-McNally, Advisory Council Member, and County Commissioner Steve Johnson gave introductions. Both commented on how today’s scams have impacted their family. Keynote speaker Dr. Sheri Gibson, a Clinical Gero-Psychologist from University of Colorado gave a presentation, “You Can’t Trust A Handshake,” …

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Senior Helpers® Opens Doors in Fort Collins

  Local In-home Senior Care Company to Bring 30 New Jobs to the Area Senior Helpers®, one of the nation’s premier providers of personalized in-home senior care, announced the opening of its Fort Collins location, to be operated by Gil Atanasoff. The new franchise will serve seniors and their families throughout Larimer County, which includes …

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Elder Care Resource Day: April 7th

Elder Care Network’s Elder Care Resource Day is Saturday, April 7th from 8:00am – 1:45pm, at the Fort Collins Senior Center. Registration begins at 7:30 a.m. The event is free with a suggested donation of $10. Lunch is included. Members of the Elder Care Network and sponsors are available to answer questions and each attendee …

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No More Home Owner Responsibilities, Take Charge of your Life!

Home owner responsibilities are demanding and time consuming. You have been shoveling snow, completing household repairs, and maintaining exterior upkeep on your home for as long as you can remember. This is your opportunity to eliminate home owner responsibilities by leasing a Patio Home located on the campuses of Columbine Health Systems in Windsor or …

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