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EPA Ranks Northern Colorado as a Serious Air Pollution Violator

With the wildfires, increasing carbon dioxide levels, and gas driven polluting products, Metro Denver and Fort Collins are ranked high as one of the worst air polluters. According to Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Metro Denver ranked eighth worst for ozone levels, up from 10th in 2020. Fort Collins increased to 17th worst, up from 19th …

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Weld Senior Symposium Goes Virtual

By Holly Darby During these uncertain times, one thing does remain certain and that is the importance of having information to make the best decisions for ourselves. Information like how to stay safe on the internet and wills and trusts are just two examples of key topics that will help you navigate your journey. The …

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Wildfire Season Is Here And So Are The Health Risks Of Smoke

Nearly nine million acres burned in wildfires in the Unites States in 2018. Residents of Northern Colorado know that wildfires are a reality. While wildfires themselves present risks including danger to our homes and property, smoke from wildfire is harmful for air quality and health. Damage from smoke can render a home uninhabitable even if …

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Elder Care Resource Day 2020 Has Been Temporarily Cancelled!

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! The Elder Care Network of Northern Colorado is proud to present the tenth annual Elder Care Resource Day to …

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Good Samaritan Society in Windsor Announces, Assisted Living and Memory Care Expansion

The Good Samaritan Society Water Valley Senior Living Resort planned expansion was completed in February 2020 consisting of a 56,000-square-foot Assisted Living and Memory Care community. The resort is entering its 11th year serving Northern Colorado. The addition of assisted living and memory care enhances the Society’s commitment to providing quality senior living and  care …

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Celebrate Peak Chile Month Farm To Table Style!

By Kathy Rickart, Tigges Farm The battle is on as to the best green chili – New Mexico, Southern Colorado or right here in Greeley’s backyard at Historic Tigges Farm, 12404 Country Road 64 1/2, Greeley. Not even a contest! Northern Colorado knows! To celebrate peak chile month – September – Historic Tigges Farm is …

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Red Cross Awards Local Citizens for Their Heroism

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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Senior Helpers® Certified as a Great Place to Work®

Great Place to Work® Institute has recognized Senior Helpers® as a Great Place to Work. With over 300 locations nationwide, Senior Helpers’ rapidly growing business is focused on helping older adults age with dignity. Senior Helpers of Northern Colorado provides care for over 80 clients in Northern Colorado and employs 46 people. Senior Helpers’ culture …

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Veterans Plaza Memorial Day Events

The Veterans Plaza of Northern Colorado will host A Salute to Our Persian Gulf War Veterans May 25-27, 2019, with a series of events during Memorial Day weekend. Saturday, May 25, 2019 The weekend will kick off with the All Veterans Gala on Saturday, May 25, 2019, from 5:30 – 10 p.m. at the Fort …

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Elder Care Resource Day

The Elder Care Network of Northern Colorado (ECN) is proud to present the ninth annual Elder Care Resource Day to be held on Saturday, April 6th, at the Fort Collins Senior Center from 8 am until 2 pm. Registration begins at 7:30am. ECN welcomes back the Virtual Dementia Tour sponsored by Home Instead Senior Care this …

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Community Enrichment and Engagement

Colorado is ranked one of the most desirable locations to retire and Northern Colorado has some of the most active retirees. The conundrum for those starting a new phase of their life is figuring out where this journey will take them and what resources are available. Volunteers of America SeniorCorps/RSVP, Poudre River Library District, and …

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Qualified Listeners Receives Two Accreditations

Qualified Listeners, one of the most active Veteran Support Organizations in northern Colorado and southern Wyoming, achieved the Better Business Bureau Accreditation in the nonprofit Charity classification and has earned the GuideStar Gold Level for nonprofit organizations. BBB Charity Accreditation, a program of the BBB Center for Nonprofit Excellence, helps donors make informed giving decisions …

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