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Have Compassion for Lonely Elders!

Carl and Judy Herbet article for 50 Plus Marketplace News for northern Colorado seniors

Have compassion for lonely elders– there are a lot of them out there and they need your help! One man’s agony: “I am 77 years old. I was happily married for 55 years but I lost my wife a year and a half ago. No, she didn’t die. In fact, she is in great physical …

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How Old Can We Live?

It’s not about dying at a very ripe old age; it’s about preserving the quality of life as we grow old! “We live in a brave new world– an age of scientific shock and awe dominated by wonders that will never cease. Take the well-funded projects that seek to extend human life. One scientist, Aubrey …

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The Invisible Man [and Woman], a tale of ageism in America

You might recall the films, The Invisible Man, starring Claude Rains, and The Invisible Woman, starring Virginia Bruce. These works of fiction entertained audiences in the 1940s. But, it’s the 21st Century and it turns out invisible people really exist. “They live among us in the guise of senior citizens,” according to Dan Weber, president of AMAC, …

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Greeley Weld Senior Foundation

Over 25 years ago the foundation was formed for the purpose of recognizing and honoring Weld County area senior citizens, quite an active group, and their many achievements. The mission of the foundation is to hold an annual Senior Hall of Fame that recognizes outstanding volunteers from around Weld County, distributes grants to county area …

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The Opioid Crisis in Larimer County

At February’s Senior Education Network meeting, a panel of speakers featuring Katie O’Donnell (pictured left) with the Larimer County Health Department, Captain Joe Shellhamer (center), Commander of the Northern Colorado Drug Task Force, and Kiley Floren (right) with the Health District of Northern Larimer County discussed the opioid crisis in Larimer County. Sadly as 60 …

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Senior Homecare Provided By Angels

Visiting Angels of Boulder County understands the importance of allowing seniors to remain safely and happily in their own home. The continuation of daily routines in the comfort of one’s own home and community is good for both physical and mental health. Many seniors are able to live independently, but some daily tasks may become …

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Windsor Gardens Senior Connection

The Senior Connection Show, for active seniors… and anyone planning to become one… is on June 6. This is our sixth year at the Windsor Gardens location. What would you rather be doing on a Tuesday? It’s an open house between 9:00 am and 1:00 pm but come early to enjoy all the vendors, prizes, …

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