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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Nov 04 2014
Born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, John Krueger graduated from Marquette High School, and, at an early age, had his sights on becoming a pilot. He earned an Aerospace Engineering Degree from Saint Louis University, and while there, he also earned a civilian pilot’s license. John’s love for flying motivated him to enlist in the U.S. Air …
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Oct 28 2014
October 2014 marks NCPIE’s 29th Annual “Talk About Your Medicines” Month. This year, we’ve changed the name from “Talk About Prescriptions” to the new “Talk About Your Medicines.” Our theme is “Let’s Get In Sync” Heart disease, high cholesterol, diabetes, high blood pressure, depression, arthritis, cancer, asthma… NCPIE is partnering with the American Pharmacists Association …
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Oct 21 2014
Assistance League of Greeley is participating in the third annual Make A Difference Day, an event coordinated through the national office in Burbank CA. The Make A Difference Day concludes on October 25, 2014. The goal is to collect 1000 new books for pre-school age, 3-5 year olds. The books will be donated to the …
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Oct 14 2014
by Michael Buckley, Associate Publisher Sheri Lobmeyer was born and raised in Boulder. She graduated from Boulder High School; then went on to earn a graduate degree, in recreation with an emphasis on older adults, from UNC. Directing senior activities is Sheri’s passion. Early-on in her career, a San Antonio nursing home was her workplace. …
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Oct 07 2014
The Greeley Chorale has a new addition, but not really, for the 50th Anniversary Season. Kati Rittner has been announced as the new accompanist for the Chorale. “Yes, Kati is our new accompanist, but she’s been a singing member of the alto section for several years,” explained Chorale Administrator Heather Garwood, “although we’ll miss her …
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