May 16 2017
Larimer County Department of Natural Resources has selected Fort Collins-based painter and illustrator Larry Tucci as its 2017 Visual Artist. Tucci will spend the next year exploring Larimer County’s parks and open spaces and creating a piece inspired by these scenic, protected places. His piece will be unveiled at a reception in early 2018 and …
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May 09 2017
A Fort Collins realtor Sean Dougherty discovered a very old safe built into a wall with the words “Larimer County Treasurer’s Office” painted above the door in a home he was touring in 2016. The realtor sent a photo of the 2500 pound Moser safe to the Larimer County Treasurer, Irene Josey. After researching the …
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May 05 2017
Veterans Plaza of Northern Colorado in Fort Collins honors our Vietnam War Veterans during its annual Memorial Day Weekend celebration. The event celebrates the service, and accomplishments of our Vietnam War era veterans, both living and deceased, and honors their sacrifices given for our country, its citizens, and each other. Highlights of the celebration include …
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Apr 25 2017
Columbine Health Systems announces the construction of Columbine Patio Homes, in Fort Collins and The Westwood Independent Living, and a 60- bed Skilled Nursing Facility in Windsor. Columbine Patio Homes, located on the Fort Collins Campus at Shields Street and Drake Road offers 34 patio homes. The five floor-plan options offer universal design including; step-free …
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Apr 18 2017
Most of us do not have the time to slowly scan the boxes and boxes of photos we have stacked in our closets. Scanning them one-at-a-time sounds a little like this: eeeeee-oooooo-uuuuuhhhh. One down, 872 to go. Fortunately, there are some great resources out there for digitizing your photos as well as some wonderful full-service …
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Apr 11 2017
At March’s Senior Education Network meeting held at Pathways in Fort Collins, host Jill Taylor with the Aspen Club presented “Who Cares About Senior Transportation?” This has been a priority among seniors, Northern Colorado leaders, and senior transportation providers. Speakers Anna Russo, Director of the Transfort Travel Training program and Jill Couch with Pro31 Safe …
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Apr 04 2017
Sharing the Care Campaign of Northern Colorado focuses on patient, primary care provider specialist, pharmacist, family and caregiver issues and concerns with particular attention given to older adults. The campaign strives to identify and respect informed choices about medical care, explores the wisest practices in medication reconciliation and chronic condition management and ways to communicate and …
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Apr 03 2017
Many beginning family historians focus on their direct ancestors: parents, grandparents, etc. While this is a good beginning, it’s equally important to research collateral relatives. Collateral relatives are all those relatives that you’re not directly descended from, such as cousins, aunts, and uncles. Some genealogists complain that they’re really not that interested in great aunts …
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Apr 02 2017
The Greeley Senior Center recently hosted a day recognizing and honoring Caregivers. Those individuals charged with or taking on the responsibility of caring for a loved one or even a friend. The day featured a free continental breakfast and lunch, a guest caregiver panel and guest speaker sharing very personal and heart touching experiences about …
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Apr 02 2017
Elder Care Network of Northern Colorado hosts their annual Elder Care Resource Day on Saturday, April 1st from 7:30 a.m. to 1:45 p.m. at the Fort Collins Senior Center. Registration is from 7:30 until 8:00 a.m. The event is free with a suggested donation of $10, which includes lunch. Members of the Elder Care …
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Apr 02 2017
Loveland Housing Authority and Leadership Loveland offers. Loveland Housing Authority and the Loveland Chamber of Commerce Leadership Loveland class have announced the 2017 Loveland Design House event to help benefit the Homeless Veterans Program at The Edge. Through a collaborative effort with Wonderland Homes, a newly built home in Loveland is transformed by the talents …
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Apr 02 2017
It’s well-established that older adults want to remain in their own homes. A recent study by the AARP Public Policy Institute and the National Conference of State Legislatures found 90 percent of those over 65 want to “age in place.” At times, living independently can be challenging due to issues related to aging. One option …
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