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National Alzheimer’s & Caregiver Educational Conference

The Alzheimer’s Foundation of America’s 2020 National Educating America Tour visits Denver on March 12 with a free Alzheimer’s and caregiver educational conference at the University of Denver (1745 S. High Street) from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The conference is free and open to everyone, and designed to connect people with information about Alzheimer’s, …

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1,500 Ways to Participate in Colorado State Fair General Entry Competitions

The Colorado State Fair’s General Entry Department provides an opportunity for all Coloradans to participate in the Fair. Whether its needle arts, pet rocks, funniest pet photo, craft beer, floriculture, small farm and garden, pantry, or a number of cooking competitions, there’s room for anyone who wants to compete for blue ribbon glory. Registration fees …

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How Ageism Affects Older Adults

Changing the Narrative is this year’s ageism awareness campaign to increase our understanding of ageism and to change how Coloradans think about aging. Ageism is the discrimination or being biased against our older population. Unfortunately, ageism is alive and well, despite our current laws to protect people over 50 years of age. Someone who is …

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9 Tips for Supporting Alzheimer’s Caregivers

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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What A Difference A Year Makes

By Steve Grund At 9:00 a.m. on March 15th, the doors open to the Old Supreme Court Chambers; and, Senior Day at the Capitol commences for the 36th year. We have a lot to discuss. Our lifeline to healthcare is in the crosshairs. That puts seniors in play, and when seniors are in play, seniors …

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Consumer Advisory

Colorado Attorney General Cynthia H. Coffman is once again warning Coloradans to avoid falling victim to IRS tax scams. While tax scammers operate year round, their efforts intensify as April 15th approaches. These attempts to swindle often begin with callers claiming to be federal Internal Revenue Service agents seeking immediate payment of taxes. The phony …

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