Jan 27 2015
SeniorAdvisor.com, the premier ratings and reviews website for senior care and services nationwide, announced the Best of 2015 Awards. Nearly 900 assisted living, in-home care, and other senior housing providers across the U.S. were recognized this year. The annual Awards recognize outstanding senior living and home care providers who have received consistently high ratings from …
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Jan 13 2015
Senior Resource Services is a 501(c) 3 non-profit member of the City of Greeley Chamber of Commerce and is in need of new volunteers to help with their programs. This organization seeks volunteers to help with their Special Friend Program which transports seniors to medical, dental and social appointments. Many seniors in the community can …
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Jan 08 2015
Hospice of Northern Colorado hosted its 31st Annual Tree of Memories at the Clarion Hotel in Greeley. Hospice staff, volunteers, family and friends gathered to remember loved ones who have passed on. Cynthia Werner, Hospice Executive Director, gave the welcoming remarks. Todd Taylor a Hospice Family Member spoke fondly and lovingly about his Father and their …
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Dec 30 2014
Merrie Leach, Emergency Management Coordinator, Weld County Office of Emergency Management gave an insightful and vitally important presentation to the Weld County Senior Networking Group about… What does it mean to be prepared for an emergency or disaster? Traditional preparedness training tells people to “make a plan, get a kit, be informed,” but for many …
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Dec 23 2014
Many of us know December to be filled with busyness, celebration, family get-togethers and the joys of the holidays. We all know however that the most wonderful time of the year is also a time that flu and other colds can be at their worst. With all of the holiday shopping, travel, parties and fun, …
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Dec 16 2014
Senior Resource Services is a 501(c) 3 non-profit member of the City of Greeley Chamber of Commerce and is in need of new volunteers to help with their programs. This organization seeks volunteers to help with their Special Friend Program which transports seniors to medical, dental and social appointments. Many seniors in the community can …
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Dec 11 2014
The Greeley Senior Center hosted a delicious Thanksgiving Lunch. Turkey, Dressing, Mashed Potato’s & Gravy, Vegetable, Cranberry Sauce, Roll & Butter, a Fruit Cup, Coffee and Punch were the featured menu items. Oh yes… Pumpkin Pie with whipped cream. The desert was compliments of Vitality HomeCare. Drawings were held. Games were played. Entertainment was provided …
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Dec 02 2014
by Dee Gribble, North Colorado Medical Center …Someone in the US needs blood. More than 41,000 blood donations are needed every day, and even though an estimated 38% of the population is eligible to donate only about 5% actually do. Blood transfusions are required for patients with cancer, leukemia and other diseases, for open-heart surgery …
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Nov 25 2014
by Patty Endres Punchbowl.com says, “It’s National Cake Day! On this day, we celebrate one of the world’s favorite desserts – cake.” The cake we know and love today evolved from early leavened breads, which were sweetened with honey, fruit, and nuts. Did you know that the word “cake” comes from the Old Norse word, “kaka,” …
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Nov 18 2014
This local nonprofit organization started on behalf of the Carbon Valley Network, which is a local group that exists to share information and enhance the collaboration between human services groups, the school district, municipalities, faith-based organizations, Weld County and nonprofits serving the Carbon Valley area. The Help Center Mission is helping people with immediate need …
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Nov 11 2014
This annual event once again held at the Island Grove Exhibition Hall drew hundreds of area residents. They came to take advantage health screening opportunities, visit exhibitors displaying senior focused products and services. Companies, agencies and other businesses were on hand to talk about employment opportunities. Weld County Area Agency on Aging volunteers were busy, busy …
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Nov 07 2014
Program details what long-term care looks like and provide strategies to prepare for it. Thrivent Financial is hosting a free educational event to help attendees prepare for the possibility of needing long-term care. The 90 minute event, at 6:30 p.m., November 13, at Greeley FunPlex, 1501 65th Ave, Greeley. The event is presented by Mountain …
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