Category: Larimer County Latest News

Helping Hands for Sufferers of Alzheimer’s and Dementia

Learn about new care options near you. To say dealing with the challenges of dementia is difficult is an understatement at the least. If someone close to you is living with the disease, you know that even the most routine tasks of daily life can be overwhelming and emotionally draining. But understand this: you’re not …

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Senior Network Meeting Highlights Telemedicine Benefits

The Senior Network held their September meeting at Pathway’s Hospice in Fort Collins. Steve Mecklenburg, Telehealth Coordinator with the University of Colorado Health Systems discussed the goals and benefits of Telemedicine. Telemedicine is the patient’s medical information sent electronically from one site to another via the Internet, wireless cellular systems, or even satellite communications to …

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Inspirational Performing Artists!

Eric Melvin and “Angelyne the Amazing DEAF Cattle Dog” have redefined human-animal communication. They are known world-wide for their passionate work in character education, inspirational speaking and are also advocates for people and animals with disabilities. They offer a unique, heartwarming and entertaining show for seniors. Heidi Vucich, Activity Manager at Sierra Vista Health Care center had this to …

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10 Tips For Reinventing Yourself During Healthy Aging Month

1. Do not act like what you think your current age should act like. What was your best year so far? Picture yourself at that age and be it. It’s positive thinking and goes a long way toward feeling better about yourself. 2. Be positive in your conversations and actions. When you catch yourself complaining, …

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Text to 9-1-1 Available in Larimer County

LETA911 is excited to announce the ability to send a text message to 9-1-1 as an integrated service in our already robust 9-1-1 network. The text to 9-1-1 service has been tested since Mid July and now is live for the public. During the testing, Fort Collins 9-1-1 received a live text to 9-1-1 call …

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Elder Care Network Hosts Senior Law Day!

The Elder Care Network of Northern Colorado hosted over 380 attendees and 40 sponsors/exhibitors at the annual Senior Law Day held in August at the Hilton Hotel in Fort Collins. Seventeen business personnel including attorneys and community volunteers participated on the annual planning committee. Rikke Liska and Kate Smith are attorneys and the co-chairs for …

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Candlelight Dinner Playhouse Hosts Annual Rocky Mountain Rock ‘n Roll Sing Along Festival

Candlelight Dinner Playhouse is featuring Sha Na Na, the Grammy® nominated music legends, who co-starred as “Johnny Casino and the Gamblers” in the film Grease and the Grammy® nominated music legends appearing before 400,000 people at The Woodstock Festival just before Jimi Hendrix. Joining the Ivy League greasers to help kick off the 1st Annual …

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Loveland WWII Veteran Selected For Annual Honor Flight

Each year, the Honor Flight Northern Colorado (HFNC), a non-profit organization, is dedicated to sending our Northern Colorado veterans to Washington, D.C. to celebrate their past military service. Veterans are greeted with a dinner celebration in Baltimore hosted by the national Honor Flight Network. The veterans visit the military memorials in Washington, D.C. on the …

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Loveland Oktoberfest Combines Traditional German Flair with Colorado Style Entertainment

Loveland’s signature Colorado style Oktoberfest is back for 2014 with a great new venue and high-profile entertainment lineup. From 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., Sat. Sept. 20 at Thunder Mountain Amphitheatre, Loveland Oktoberfest features nationally recognized and entertainment by the Flobots, Proverbial and The Epilogues alongside Colorado craft beer. The event kicks off with a …

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30/40 Mannheim Steamroller Christmas

Mannheim Steamroller presents the best the holiday has to offer this season. The group performs live at the Budweiser Events Center Thursday, Nov. 13 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets for Mannheim Steamroller Christmas are $40, $52, $62 and are on sale now. Tickets are available for purchase at www.ComcastTIX.com, 877-544-8499 or at Budweiser Events Center Box …

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Fort Collins Senior Center Expansion Grand Opening

The City of Fort Collins Recreation Department celebrated the Senior Center’s $6.8 million dollar expansion on July 10. The Fort Collins Senior Center at 1200 Raintree Drive has been under construction since October 2013. The upgraded facility features increased health and wellness opportunities as well as a new auditorium and social space. Many sections of …

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Collinwood Remodeled Facility

Collinwood Assisted Living & Memory Care Community, a Bethesda Senior Living Community, is proud to announce their new remodeled facility including their new Memory Care Neighborhood facility. Collinwood provides an active environment, maximizes senior independence, and quality of life. Collinwood features several recently remodeled lodge-style buildings and recreation areas that provide opportunities for indoor and …

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