Tag: November

Care for the Caregiver

November is National Family Caregiver’s Month and I can’t think of a better time to recognize the t r e m e n d o u s contributions of caregivers, than by inviting each of you to honor yourself with the gift of self-care. I know the task of finding time for yourself when caring …

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Toast to Caregivers

November was National Family Caregivers month! Larimer County Office on Aging (LCOA) hosted the 6th annual Toast to Caregivers celebration at the MacKenzie Lodge, Fort Collins. Over 75 people attended the annual event, celebrating the local caregivers who successfully attended the Powerful Tools for Caregivers (PTC) classes this year. MacKenzie Lodge provided the appetizers and …

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Communicating & Working With Older Adults

At November’s Senior Education Network meeting, Patti Welfare, UC Health and Ally Eden, CSU and Healthy Kids Club presented. Ms. Welfare discussed several biases towards senior adults and gave multiple statistics, examples, and helpful tips. The average life expectancy of men is currently 76 years, while women are expected to live to 81 years. Americans …

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We Salute All Veterans

The Annual Veterans Salute was held Wednesday, November 1, at the Wings Over the Rockies Air & Space Museum 7711  E Academy Blvd #1, Denver. The 2017 Aurora Veterans Salute was a huge success. Honoring the Reserves particularly the Army and the Air National Guard. The event featured a sponsor social at 9 a.m. with entertainment by …

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Elections in Boulder County

A lot has changed in Colorado since the last presidential election. Here’s what you need to know to be ready for November. 2016 Election Dates October 17: Ballots are mailed to voters October 24: Voter Service Centers open (to vote in person) October 31: Last day to register and still receive a ballot in the …

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