Feb 06 2018
On January 1, most Medicare beneficiaries were expecting an increase in their Social Security check. However, many seniors did not see any of the increase as the Medicare Part B premium also increased to $134. The end result is that for many Medicare beneficiaries, the Social Security increase was used to pay the increase in …
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Feb 06 2018
From Feb. 1 through April 17, AARP Foundation is providing free tax assistance and preparation through its Tax-Aide program. AARP Foundation Tax-Aide, celebrating its 50th year, is the nation’s largest free tax assistance and preparation service. Since its inception, the program has served more than 50 million taxpayers. AARP Foundation Tax-Aide started in 1968 with …
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Jan 16 2018
Dorothy Baldwin, a resident at Highland Trail in Broomfield, Colorado celebrated her milestone birthday of 100 years old on December 5, 2017. Dorothy was born in St. Paul, Minnesota and grew up in Pokegama Lake, MN. She met her husband, Denver at age 14 while she was in high school. They were married on Dorothy’s …
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Jan 09 2018
Most genealogists know the benefits of joining their local genealogy society, whether they have relatives in the area or not. However, many genealogists don’t think about joining an ethnic society. Ethnic societies offer specific information and can make a huge difference in research success. Because they’re specialized, these societies concentrate on a specific group or …
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Dec 05 2017
Red Mountain Open Space Begins December 1, 2017 The seasonal closure of Larimer County’s Red Mountain Open Space, located north of Fort Collins, begins Friday, December 1, 2017. Red Mountain Open Space will remain closed to the public during the winter months because of winter weather conditions and the protection of wintering range for big …
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Nov 14 2017
Horsetooth Reservoir is one of the busiest reservoirs in Colorado, attracting throngs of visitors on hot, summer days. It can be challenging even to find a parking space at boat ramps, day use areas and other facilities at Horsetooth Reservoir on weekends and holidays during the summer. Now that it’s the fall season, Larimer County …
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Nov 07 2017
Housing costs in Colorado both for owners, and renters continue to soar. Homeowners may realize that downsizing is important. But, the cost of a new, smaller home may not be affordable. Homes that are paid for or have a low mortgage payment often cost less than a new mortgage or renting. The cost of renting …
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Nov 07 2017
It seems scams are on the rise across Colorado. There are phishing scams that imitate bank or financial websites, Amazon email shipping notices for products never ordered, emails indicating you’ve received a rich inheritance, and so on! These scams are trying to obtain your bank account numbers or sending money by clicking on a link. …
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Oct 24 2017
Tigges (pronounced Tig-guess) Farm is a hub of activity beginning in August and through the end of October each year. 2017 is no exception… Tigges Farm Produce Stand was the dream of 1963-2008 owner Mary Tigges. She had wanted to operate a vegetable stand since her early childhood. Her dream came true in 1987 with …
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Oct 24 2017
The Social Security Administration announced today that through a collaboration with the Social Security Office of Inspector General (OIG) and the United States Department of Justice (DOJ), it is planning to expand its successful Fraud Prosecution Project to 33 United States Attorneys’ Offices nationally. This project has led to the prosecution of multiple instances …
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Oct 09 2017
If you are a senior in Colorado, or provide assistance to one or more, we want to hear from you. The need is urgent. By the year 2030, nearly one in every five residents will be 65 or over. The state must be prepared to meet the challenges that come with serving an aging population. …
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Sep 12 2017
At the August Senior Education Network meeting, the topic was mental health affecting older adults. Lari Walter, RN, with Seniors Helping Seniors, Melissa Luebe with Clear View Behavioral Health, Janet Severance, MSW, with Pathways, and Dr. Carl Nassar with Heart Centered Counseling discussed the different issues and treatment of mental health. Ms. Walter explained most …
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