By Marty Coffin Evans Welcome to 2026 and all the new beginnings! With 365 days to fill, how will they be spent? Is this the year to move from waiting to action? Is this the year to reconnect with friends and/or family members, especially those not seen recently? Perhaps this is the year to stop …
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Dec 22 2025
Origins & Traditions of Christmas
Christmas or Feast of the Nativity is an annual festival commemorating the birth of Jesus Christ, observed primarily on December 25 as a religious and cultural celebration among billions of people around the world. Christmas Day is a public holiday in many of the world’s nations is celebrated religiously by a majority of Christians as …
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Dec 15 2025
Visit the Governor’s Mansion in December!
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas at the Governor’s Residence and Governor Polis invited Coloradans to join in the holiday cheer this year during the public holiday tours of the Governor’s Residence. “Come rock around the Christmas Trees at the Governor’s Residence Holiday Tours on December 12th and 13th from 10am to 2pm. …
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Dec 08 2025
The Big Risk Factors for Dementia to Avoid
Per a recent 2024 study, a growing body of research shows that almost half the cases of dementia are potentially preventable or delayable through lifestyle changes or public policies that promote brain health. High blood sugar, hearing loss and low educational attainment are the strongest and most consistent risk factors for dementia in the United …
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Dec 01 2025
Holiday Safety for Pets!
The holiday season is in full swing! As you rush to finish cooking and turn your home into a winter wonderland, it’s equally important to keep your pets safe and happy! Make sure your tree is well secured and can’t tip over easily. Once the tree is ready to be decorated, skip the tinsel and …
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Nov 24 2025
Origins of Thanksgiving
The Thanksgiving holiday’s history in North America is rooted in English traditions dating from the Protestant Reformation in the early 1500s. It includes the harvest festival in New England that occurs well before the late-November date on which the modern Thanksgiving holiday is celebrated. Below is a summary of the origins of our Thanksgiving holiday! …
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Nov 17 2025
Five Surprising Signs of an Infection in Older Adults
Feeling off but not spiking a fever? That doesn’t necessarily mean you don’t have the flu, COVID or other common illnesses that circulate this time of year. Many of the early warning signs of common infections appear differently in older adults — and some of the symptoms can be surprising. Much of it has to …
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Nov 10 2025
Four Ways You Can Observe Veterans Day and National Veterans & Military Family Month
When was the last time you thanked a military member or veteran for their service? November is National Veterans Day and Military Family Appreciation Month and an excellent time to celebrate, support and honor service members. Veterans Day is on November 11, which is celebrated in the U.S, Canada, and Europe (also known as Armistice …
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Nov 01 2025
CU Anschutz’s Annual 2025 Geriatrics Symposium
In October, Colorado University’s Anschutz’s Medical Center held their annual all-day Geriatrics Symposium at their Aurora campus. Over 250 people and multiple vendors in many medical and healthcare professions attended the event! After the light breakfast, host and Geriatrics Chair Cari Levy, MD & PhD, provided the welcome introduction followed by the opening keynote speaker, …
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Oct 27 2025
Local Area Agencies on Aging Provides Beneficial Services!
Whether it’s a falls prevention program, a fitness class or help navigating the Medicaid benefits enrollment process, providing health and wellness programs to meet the needs of older adults is one of the cornerstones of what Area Agencies on Aging do every day in communities around the country. In observance of Health Aging Month and …
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Oct 20 2025
Blessings of Liberty Constitution Week Is a Divine Blessing!
In September, the American Legacy Academy held its fifth annual Constitution Week event at the Severance High School Auditorium during the Constitution Week (September 17-23). Over 250 people attended the event! U.S. Constitution Week is observed annually during this week in honor of the original signing of the U.S. Constitution on September 17, 1787, during …
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Oct 13 2025
50 Things to Get Rid of Around Your House!
Decluttering isn’t just about creating a cleaner space, it’s about freeing up your mind and making room for the things that truly matter. The stuff we accumulate has a sneaky way of weighing us down, both physically and emotionally. If you’re ready to let go of what no longer serves you, here’s your ultimate list …
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