May 05 2020
As I write this column, it has been 2 weeks since we began social distancing in earnest to keep us as safe and well as possible in the time of COVID-19. While we can expect May to bring warm weather and a greener landscape, it is unclear how soon we can anticipate our return to …
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Mar 17 2020
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) threat, the Colorado Governor has declared a state of emergency and requested all meetings to be cancelled or delayed. 50 Plus will notify our readers when this event will be rescheduled! Once again, with spring in Boulder County comes the Caregiving Symposium. This popular event, brought to you by the …
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Feb 04 2020
If you’ve been to the Caregiving Symposium in past years, you know that this is the most comprehensive family/informal caregiver event in Boulder County. Whether you support someone long distance, are new to caregiving, are experiencing changes in your situation, or have other reasons to be an interested community member, our goal is to expand …
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Aug 06 2019
If you are new to caregiving or are entering a phase in which the personal care needs of your loved one are increasing, the National Caregiver Training Program, sponsored by Boulder County Area Agency on Aging, may be just what you need. This six-week course is held for three hours each week. Topics covered include …
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May 14 2019
By Juliette Jonjak Kershner The annual Caregiving Symposium, brought to you by the Boulder County Area Agency on Aging takes place on May 22, at the Jewish Community Center, 6007 Oreg Ave, in Boulder. This event, for Boulder County residents who care for older relatives, partners, neighbors, and friends, provides a one-stop location to explore …
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Apr 09 2019
At this free event for family caregivers (and the general public) presenters and local organizations come together to share lots of information, knowledge, and wisdom. It brings a unique opportunity to learn about resources and gain valuable education on many aspects of caregiving. Featured are a resource fair of service providers, complimentary snacks, multiple workshops …
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Oct 02 2018
The National Caregiver Training Program, sponsored by Boulder County Area Agency on Aging, a six-week course, held for three hours each week, is designed to help family caregivers learn the practical skills necessary for providing safe, and informed home care for older loved ones in need. Whether you are caring for someone in your home, …
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Sep 04 2018
Because we humans relocate all over the globe, family caregivers often find themselves caring from a distance. You may be the primary person looking out for someone, or a secondary team member, with another doing the bulk of the care. As the primary caregiver, because you won’t be able to lay eyes on the situation …
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Jul 03 2018
The National Caregiver Training Program, sponsored by Boulder County Area Agency on Aging, is a sixweek course held for 3 hours each week. This program offers family caregivers education on the practical skills necessary to feel confident about providing care for older adults in need of help. Wherever you are in your caregiving path, from …
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Feb 06 2018
The path of providing care to a loved one can bring unprecedented personal growth and be one of the most rewarding journeys we will take in this life. At the same time, looking at both the big picture as well as the day-today, it is likely to be incredibly demanding. Many caregivers find themselves stretched …
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Oct 02 2017
By Emily Cooper The National Caregiver Training Program, sponsored by Boulder County Area Agency on Aging, is an 18-hour course designed to help family caregivers learn the practical skills needed for providing safe, confident home care for frail older loved ones. Hundreds of family caregivers have taken the course, and their comments about it include, …
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Sep 05 2017
By Emily Cooper The various housing options for seniors range from those that provide little or no care to those that provide full care. It’s important to understand the services of each to determine which is most appropriate for your elder loved one. Making the right choice can be confusing, but plenty of helpful information …
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