Aug 13 2019
On September 30, Dr. Cameron Camp, an internationally known research scientist in the field of gerontology, will be in Greeley to review WindSong at Northridge for credentialing in the Montessori Inspired Lifestyle® approach to dementia care. Dr. Camp saw commonalities between Maria Montessori’s method of teaching children and his research in dementia intervention. His research …
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Aug 06 2019
High Plains Chautauqua celebrates 20 years of bringing history to life when eight memorable figures appear under the big tent on the Aims Community College campus August 5-8. Chautauqua offers a unique blend of theater, history, and the humanities where audiences meet and engage in conversation with personalities from the past. All events are free …
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Jul 16 2019
Under blue skies and a canopy of shade trees, historic Lincoln Park again hosts the annual Arts Picnic welcoming thousands of people to this summer festival. Artists and crafters come from all over the nation to sell their photographs, watercolors, handmade soaps, garden art, jewelry, ceramics, woodworked items and so much more! The Picnic’s Creation …
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Jun 18 2019
The Greeley/Weld Senior Foundation hosted one fabulous gathering at the Greeley Country Club to recognize and honor outstanding volunteers and to award Weld County Senior Centers financial assistance to carry on their programs, events and improvements to their centers. The 27th Annual Title Sponsors were Weld Area Agency on Aging & Pathways of Northern Colorado; …
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Jun 11 2019
In May, the Northern Colorado Chapter of the Red Cross honored people at their annual Heroes Awards Ceremony at The Ranch in Loveland. Over 80 people attended the event to honor the heroes. Sgt. Charles Cummins with the United States Army received the Military Hero Award. Sgt. Cummins answered the call to volunteer at the …
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Apr 23 2019
The Weld County Area Agency on Aging hosts the 10th annual film festival in recognition of Older American’s Month for May. We are again showing the films on two days. This year’s short films, that honor the joys, challenges, and opportunities facing later life, will be shown Tuesday, May 21 and Wednesday, May 22, 2019, …
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Apr 16 2019
Back in 1989, a very future-thinking leader at Poudre Valley Hospital heard Dr. Ken Dychtwald speak at a conference. Dr. Dychtwald, a gerontologist, best-selling author and one of leading authorities on aging, talked about shifting the paradigm of growing older from a period of decline to a period of health and vitality. He created a …
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Apr 02 2019
WindSong at Northridge in Greeley hosted the recent gathering of the commonly referred to P4S networking group. P4S get together monthly to discuss ways to advance care to the senior adult community and give attention to their needs. Nearly 75 professionals were in attendance to take advantage of the get together. A delicious breakfast provided …
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Feb 12 2019
By Michael Buckley, Associate Publisher David O’Burke On a frequent basis I find myself at the Windsor Library. There is an area with a desk I enjoy taking advantage of to do my 50 Plus Marketplace News work contacting advertisers, writing articles and whatever else needs addressed. Recently, I have had the privilege of meeting …
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Jan 29 2019
Laughter clubs take place in many different settings. Business spaces, fitness centers, nursing homes, assisted living centers, and community settings may participate in laughter clubs. A laughter session is organized around a laughter therapy program as a way to stay healthy, have fun and deal with stress. The sessions are presented by laughter club leaders, …
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Nov 20 2018
Celebrate the holidays in a winter wonderland of beautifully decorated trees as Greeley’s Union Colony Civic Center plays host to the 30th annual Festival of Trees scheduled for November 23 through December 1. While strolling through magnificent yuletide displays, you will be serenaded by the joyous sounds of Christmas choirs and merry musicians. Plus! Visits …
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Oct 02 2018
New Medicare cards, out-of-pocket costs for prescription drugs, changes to dis-enrollment from Medicare Advantage Plans, and new guidelines for prescription drug plans concerning opioid use are among the changes that will be discussed at Medicare Monday. Medicare beneficiaries can get the latest information at a one of the many Medicare Monday sessions starting October 15, …
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