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Larimer County Announces Two Outstanding Volunteer Awards

In May, at its inaugural Community Fair, the Larimer County Office on Aging honored two Larimer County residents for their volunteerism, positive attitude, and impact for older adults. The Older Americans Month Awards, given for Outstanding Senior Volunteer and Outstanding Family Caregiver, were presented by Office on Aging Advisory Council Chair Jacque Penfold and Commissioners …

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Governor Polis Proclaims May As Older Americans Month!

Governor Jared Polis has proclaimed May as Old Americans Month. In May 2024, we celebrate Older Americans Month, recognizing the immense contributions of older adults to our country. These individuals have worked tirelessly to achieve the American Dream for their families and communities, making our nation stronger and building a future of possibilities for new …

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Weld County AAA Celebrates Older Americans Month!

In appreciation and celebration of the growing number of older Americans who make countless contributions to our community through their strength, wisdom and experience, the Board of County Commissioners has proclaimed May in Weld County as Older Americans’ Month. “Weld County is stronger when people of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds are included, encouraged, and …

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May Is Older Americans Month!

Older adults play vital, positive roles in our communities – as family members, friends, mentors, volunteers, civic leaders, members of the workforce, and more. Just as every person is unique, so too is how they age and how they choose to do it – and there is no “right” way. That’s why the theme for …

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Larimer County Annual Volunteer Awards

During Older Americans Month in May, Larimer County Office on Aging awarded two volunteer recipients with their annual family caregiver and volunteer of the year awards. The Office on Aging requests nominations for distinguished individuals meeting their criteria. This year with the help of their presenters and county commissioners Jody Shadduck McNally, Kristin Stephens, and …

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May Is Older Americans Month! Ageism Theme: Communities of Strength

Let’s change our language to reflect the Older Americans Month 2021 theme of Communities of Strength. This week marks the first week of Older Americans Month 2021, and it has a powerful theme: Communities of Strength. The text released from the Administration of Community Living, which sponsors the month, says: “Older adults have built resilience …

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11th Annual Film Festival

The Weld County Area Agency on Aging hosts its 11th annual film festival in recognition of Older American’s Month for May. We are happy to announce that we again show the films on 2 days. This year’s short films, that honor the joys, challenges, and opportunities facing later life, on Tuesday, May 19 and Wednesday, …

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County Presents Senior Volunteer Awards

In celebration of Older Americans month in May, Larimer County Human Services Department presented awards to several outstanding senior volunteers for their efforts and achievements. They all received the Stan Ulrich Awards at the May ceremony held at county offices. County Commissioner Steve Johnson with Human Services Director Laura Walker presented the awards to the …

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8th Annual Film Festival

The Weld County Area Agency on Aging hosts its 8th annual film festival in recognition of Older American’s Month for May. We are happy to announce that due to the high interest and growth we have seen over the years, we will be showing the films in two days. This year’s short films that were …

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7th Annual Film Festival

The Weld County Area Agency on Aging hosts its 7th annual film festival in recognition of Older American’s Month in May. This year’s short films that were chosen to honor the joys, challenges and opportunities facing late life is shown on Wednesday, May 25, at the Kress Theatre, 817 8th Ave., Greeley. The morning session …

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