Dec 19 2013
“It is easy to say, ‘just give up the keys’. It is important for me to stay active, and if I don’t drive I am stuck in the house forever. I can’t live that way.” – Quote from older adult driver “I am worried about my dad. He has had several ‘fender benders’ over the …
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Dec 19 2013
Part of United Way of Weld County’s mission is to improve lives. When individuals are living on the street in winter months, it takes a collaborative effort to provide a warm place to sleep and a meal. With subzero temperatures lingering for weeks, many can toss a few more logs on the fire and another …
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Dec 18 2013
A reception was held in November in celebratiion of Gail’s achievement as fourth runner up at the Nationals this past October in Denver. Hosted by her friend, LaDawn Westbrook (pictured above), friends and guests snacked while being treated to a marvelous video created by another friend, Ann Davies. The video was a tribute of Gail’s …
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Dec 12 2013
Did you think you would grow up to be a park ranger? It’s not too late! You can become a Volunteer Ranger Assistant and help park and natural area rangers accomplish much of their important work. Larimer County’s Department of Natural Resources and the City of Fort Collins Natural Areas Department are now accepting Volunteer …
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Dec 10 2013
On The Air with an “Old Time Radio & Remember When” Show before a Volunteers Of America luncheon audience at the Loveland Chilson Center. “You Heard It On The Radio” was the opening number. The show highlighted the years 1938, 1943 and 1957. Old radio commercials- Carter’s Liver Pills, Pontiac automobile and Ralston breakfast food …
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Dec 10 2013
The Marsh Family from Fort Collins recently found their way to Windsor for a model train swap meet. Here they are visiting with Patrick Earhart a long-time model rail-roader. They went along to visit other tables eyeing what they might want to add to their model railroad at home. The decision was not an easy …
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Nov 27 2013
In November 2013, 50 Plus Media Solutions Inc., parent company of 50 Plus Marketplace News and 50 Plus BizSites, received accreditation from the Better Business Bureau (BBB) in Fort Collins. 50 Plus is rated with an A+ rating from this prestigious organization. More than 124 million consumers rely on BBB’s business reviews, consumer tips, and …
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Nov 03 2013
It is reported that there are over 19 million people caring for a loved one over the age of 75 in the United States. Those who have ageing parents who need more care than family can provide may supplement care with a home care agency if they are able to afford it. In order for …
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Nov 03 2013
Older people who use the Internet frequently are more likely to have a lifestyle that includes many cancer-preventive behaviors, according to a new study. The study appeared in the journal Cancer Epidemiology, & Prevention. Compared to their peers who don’t use the Internet, online aficionados were screened for colorectal cancer more often and were more …
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Oct 23 2013
The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research has released the results of a major new survey exploring the views of older Americans about their plans for work and retirement. It provides in-depth information about a rapidly growing segment of the population that by choice or circumstance is working longer. The Great Recession has had …
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Aug 10 2013
America Responds With Love Donates Stuffed Animals To City Of Aurora America Responds With Love, a national nonprofit organization, donated 200 stuffed animals and comfort pillows to the City of Aurora. This donation took place as the City of Aurora remembered the victims, survivors, and care givers of a shooting at a local movie theater in …
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Jul 05 2013
Experience the many recreational and cultural opportunities that will increase your awareness and appreciation of our natural and cultural resources in Boulder County region. Enjoy hikes, indoor programs, special events, seniors hikes and family friendly programs. The county prioritizes the conservation of open space lands for the protection of critical wildlife habitats, protecting farms and ranches and …
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