Nov 22 2021
You’ve probably heard a lot about wellness in the past few years from “wellness initiatives” in the workplace to fitness classes promising that they will “restore your wellness.” Healthcare plans emphasize wellness now too. Medicare covers an annual wellness visit as well as a variety of other preventive health services. But what exactly is wellness, …
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Mar 08 2021
As the pandemic continues to restrict many of the places you are able or inclined to go, finding ways to stay active is important for keeping the body and mind healthy and happy. Here are some ideas for new hobbies to try. • Learn a language: Bonjour! ¡Hola! With an array of online language classes …
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Dec 03 2019
The younger generations of our adult children and grandchildren are hooked on video games. Well, I’ve found a game for us, the generation of 50- Plus years, who are readers of this publication. If you were born before the summer of 1940, you will be found on the 1940 US Federal Census. Seeing yourself on …
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Apr 17 2018
April 22 is Earth Day, an annual opportunity to celebrate the natural world and get involved in short and long-term efforts to protect the environment. Here are five ways to celebrate. 1. Volunteer. Many neighborhoods and communities around the country host volunteer cleanups to honor Earth Day. Find one in your area or organize your …
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Apr 10 2018
During April, buds come into full bloom brightening our days, and National Month of Hope also lends a hand in lifting our spirits. Bringing hope to someone can take many forms. Being a positive role model in the life of a child or providing a community a foundation for future endeavors both provide hope for …
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Dec 12 2017
While more than 90% of people agree that caring for someone with a form of dementia should be a group effort among family or close friends, 1 in 3 caregivers, 39%, handle caregiving tasks alone. The truth is that many caregivers don’t ask for the help they need, but providing help and support to caregivers …
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Jun 27 2017
Jefferson County 2017 Senior Heroes ceremony was a great success! They celebrated the efforts of area seniors who volunteer to make their communities a better place to live. The event was held in May, at Mountain Vista Senior Living Community. Seniors recognized this year: • Norma Brown, age 93, 16 hours a month for 9 …
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Jan 10 2017
By Patty Endres, Garden Square at Westlake, 970-576-7222 People are always talking about staying healthy and we can get a bit tired of all the hype. When you see it in print, and people talk about it so much, you may end up not paying attention since it’s there all the time. We all know …
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Jan 10 2017
How many times have I heard from mature individuals that they wanted to find a job but no one would hire them? About as many times as I have heard from employers that they just can’t find the right employee to fill a position. So here is the problem, folks over 50 may feel discriminated …
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Sep 07 2016
The Union Colony Civic Center is adding volunteers to its already great group. The UCCC provides volunteering opportunities during the days and evenings, with no minimum time commitment. Volunteers serve as ushers, ticket takers, and greeters at each event, allowing the UCCC to offer topnotch customer service to every patron who comes through the doors. …
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Jun 08 2016
More than 700 senior athletes (50+) from Colorado and surrounding states will be competing to win in Colorado during the 2016 Rocky Mountain senior Games, June 8 through June 12, 2016. Athletic competition from archery to powerlifting. Each event is divided into age categories and participants qualify by either achieving a 1st through 3rd place …
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Jun 03 2016
More than 700 senior athletes (50+) from Colorado and surrounding states will be competing to win in Colorado during the 2016 Rocky Mountain Senior Games, June 8 through June 12, 2016. Athletic competition from archery to powerlifting. Each event is divided into age categories and participants qualify by either achieving a 1st through 3rd place …
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