Fifty & Better Magazine Summer 2015

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12 • Better home

Summer décor...Colorado gardening challenge...home improvements

16 • Better health

Cheers!...fun in the sun... play it safe

20 • Better living

Connecting with others...hit the trails...love Italian?...Global Village Museum

62 • Horses connect hearts

When it comes to helping others, Linda Strauss doesn’t horse around...or maybe she does.

ABOUT THE COVER: This month’s cover model is Terry Hunter, avid cyclist, dedicated volunteer and devotee of all things northern Colorado. She was photographed by Cheri Schonfeld of Schonfeld Photography (www.schonfeldphoto.com) at Door 222, formerly Next Door Food & Drink in Loveland (http://www.nextdoorloveland.com/).

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Bravo for Summer ................................................ 22 So much to do and see and hear! Check out the Our own backyard section for nearby happenings then move on to the Worth the trip listings for events around the state.

Have a blast this summer and don’t forget your sunscreen, hat and water bottle.

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This summer, combine travel with service work or a learning adventure to add a new twist to your vacation. If you’re ready, you can use your time off to gain new insights about the world by studying or volunteering near home or abroad. Find out how other people structured their trips and discover opportunities in our own big backyard for a break with a purpose.

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Wholesome, charitable views...

Maintaining an open mind and an adventurous spirit

WE PICKED UP THE participants at the airport in Loreto on the east coast of Baja California Sur, Mexico, and loaded them into a school bus. We crossed the baking peninsula as we headed for the whale lagoons north of Magdalena Bay on the west coast.

I was 35 at the time and had signed on to help staff a couple of Elderhostel trips. We had set up camp the week before on a long, narrow barrier sand island.

The main attraction for the trip was the gray whales that calved in the protected waters between the island and the mainland. Camp consisted of 2-person pup tents with sleeping bags and foam pads, a cook tent, a library tent, and a latrine that we dug in the sand. I wondered how well these Elders would fare in these Spartan, exposed conditions. After all, they could have chosen a tamer vacation that included a real bed and running water.

I was in for a surprise. In early evening we arrived at the lagoon where small open boats called pangas awaited us on the beach. The people hopped out of the bus, grabbed their gear and climbed aboard. We zipped along at near full throttle in the gathering dusk to camp where dinner was being prepared. Everyone looked excited. No whining or hesitation. I thought, yeah but wait until they see their accommodations and bathroom (or lack thereof ) facilities. But again, they were psyched. This was exactly the adventure they seemed be wanting.

The next days were spent exploring the lagoon, observing mama whales and their babies lolling around in the calm waters. Evenings included lectures and discussions in the library tent. At night coyotes would line the hilltops around us and howl. And each group was the same...folks from 50 to 75 arrived at this isolated corner of the world to live for a week in primitive conditions. And they were fun and interesting and curious and I began to think that growing older might not be so horrible.

Fast forward 20 years...and now I am that Elder! Elderhostel is now called Roads Scholar, and judging by the catalog, there continues to be plenty of interest in educational and service-learning trips...maybe more than ever.

It’s a big ol’ goofy world out there, and we can choose to go one of two ways.

We can withdraw into our cocoons where everything is safe and predictable. Or we can maintain (or develop) an open mind and a sense of adventure. We can use our time to be curious and engaged or we can learn to fear everything and everyone that doesn’t fit our constricting view.

Mark Twain certainly said it better than I: Travel is fatal to prejudice, bigotry, and narrow-mindedness, and many of our people need it sorely on these accounts.

Broad, wholesome, charitable views of men and things cannot be acquired by vegetating in one little corner of the earth all one’s lifetime.

In this issue of Fifty & Better, we feature a whole line up of events and activities in our area and greater region that you can dive into. We also explore volunteer and educational vacations as an option that might help you to create your spectacular journey.

I hope to see you out there, Scott

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Better Home

Linda Osmundson, a Fort Collins local, writes a diverse range of articles and chidren’s books.

Colorado gardening a challenge COLORADO CLIMATES REQUIRE special plants conducive to our mountains, high plains and shorter growing season. Most Colorado garden experts suggest waiting until after Mother’s Day to plant annuals.

Search for plants hardy enough for zones 2-4. Visit the Denver Botanical Gardens, Gardens at Spring Creek, or 12 |

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the CSU test gardens for ideas.

Plan a garden by color, size, and space. For continuous bloom, start with tulips, daffodils, crocus, iris, and grape hyacinth, among others or pansies in pots, which withstand a late snowstorm.

Set in summer flowering bulbs. Spring perennial plants include such beauties as columbine with lily-of-the-valley,

Bleeding Heart, and lilacs. Check the annual seed packets at your local store and follow directions. Plant cold, hardy vegetables early – lettuce, peas, carrots, spinach, and more. A helpful website is www.coloradogardening.com/todays_ garden.htm. It suggests when to prune and plant by month. Consider a carefree garden that will give you time to play.

Summer décor

Home improvements

AS YOU CHANGE your wardrobe for summer, consider doing the same for your home décor. De-clutter so you have more time to play. Let the light in. Take down the heavy drapes and leave the windows bare or hang sheers.

Replace the bed comforter with a lighter fabric and color. Purchase or make a new bed skirt. Change throws on sofas and chairs to cooler fabrics, perhaps even a silk scarf. Put away throw pillows for less fuss.

Fill your home with flowers – real if possible or silk, even in bathrooms.

Create some sparkle with glass vases rather than ceramic. Arrange tablescapes on accessory or dining tables.

Make space on bookshelves to add pictures or flowers. Replace table cloths with bright place mats. Choose white china with colorful accents. Store your winter décor in tightly sealed plastic bins in the basement, attic, or garage.

Then relax and have fun.

PLAN HOME IMPROVEMENTS in summer when you can be outside rather than underfoot of workers. Before you begin, do your research and check contractors’ Better Business Bureau status. You can also save yourself time by taking advantage of friends’ and family’s research and recommendations.

Planning lots of home improvements? Consider joining Angie’s List at http://www.angieslist.com/ at a cost of $9.99 for a full year that includes tips, names, and reviews. She offers plenty of deals and discounts. This list only rates high-quality contractors. Look under the home improvement section and choose a city or area.

Whatever your project, be aware it will probably take longer than suggested. Procure several financial estimates for the desired work before hiring anyone. That said; remember, “You get what you pay for.” Cheap isn’t always best. Never pay up front. Set up a payment schedule with the last check written when the work is finished.

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Better Health

Kim Sharpe is a communications professional in the education and health fields.

She is also a year-round bicycle commuter and champion of healthy living.

Cheers!

WITH OVER 30 BREWERIES, and multiplying wineries, distilleries, meaderies and hard cideries, northern Colorado is full of adult-beverage cheer!

While enjoyable in moderate amounts, too much of a good thing can turn bad. Some bodies metabolize alcohol differently as they age; less becomes more. Older adults may not be able to handle their liquor like they could when they were younger. They also may develop an unhealthy relationship with their nightcap.

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to alcohol, medications and illicit drugs are increasing among people 50 and better. “Considering that thousands of boomers turn 61 every hour, and 8 million older adults exhibit substance abuse symptoms, such findings indicate that we can expect older adult addiction to increase at an alarming rate,” says Carol Colleran, CAP, ICADC, nationally renowned speaker, author and addition specialist.

The cause? Seems it’s similar to why younger people abuse alcohol—a lack of skills and appropriate ways to deal with what life throws at us, which as we age, could be the loss of

loved ones, failing health and giving up freedoms, like where we live.

Nathan Scott, communications director for InnerBalance Health Center in Loveland, says, “Substance abuse is an issue that isn’t limited to age. It’s a daily struggle that can be overcome… there is hope.”

If you’re concerned that you or someone you know may have a drinking problem, call your doctor or Connections in Larimer County at 970-2215551, North Range Behavioral Health in Weld County at 970-347-2120 or the statewide crisis line at 844-493-8255 to speak to a professional who can help.

Fun in the Sun

Play it safe

COLORADO’S FAMED 300-plus days of sunshine combined with its Rocky Mountain high elevations and outdoor lifestyle can come at a cost.

Residents have some of the highest skin cancer rates in the United States.

Even worse, the rates of deaths in Colorado due to melanoma, the most serious type of skin cancer, have been significantly higher than U.S. rates for several years.

How can you prevent skin damage from the sun? Wear broadspectrum, Skin Cancer Foundation recommended sunscreen of at least 15 SPF; slather it on in abundance and often. You also can wear long-sleeved shirts and broad-brimmed hats to help keep the sunshine off your shoulders, face and neck.

ONE MIGHT THINK older adulthood slows people down, but that doesn’t seem true when it comes to having unprotected, promiscuous sex.

According to the CDC, seniors are competing with people ages 20-24 years old for increasing rates of sexually transmitted diseases such as Syphilis and Chlamydia. In recent years, those diseases increased by 52 and 31 percent respectively among people 50 and better.

Contributing factors to rising STD rates in seniors include group living arrangements, such as retirement communities and assisted-living facilities, multiple partners and lack of condom use. With the risk of pregnancy being null and void, safe sex might seem passé, but it’s never too late to take precautions. Just do it...when you’re going to do it.

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Better Living

Bob Calhoun is a Fort Collins Psychologist and occasional writer.

Connecting with others along the way OF THE MANY CHOICES in northern Colorado for entertainment, recreation, the arts, and dining, one thing common among them is the opportunity to connect with the faces and stories of the folks with whom we come in contact …the ushers, the ticket takers, the servers, the park rangers, concession workers, the volunteers, the owners. Everyone has a desire to be seen, affirmed, and known. Get to know these fellow travelers, their names and stories. It will enrich their day as well as your experience.

The simplest outing can be a chance to connect…. there’s Dan at the coffee shop, newly married; Sabrina, high school senior at downtown Ace Hardware checkout, working weekends for extra cash; starting the day together with our server, Sarah, 6:30am at the Silver Grill….and on and on. People love to be recognized, called by name, asked about their lives…and willing to share a bit of their story. Connecting with others makes us feel that much better about having attended the event, eaten at the restaurant, visited the museum. Person to person contact enriches the other as it enriches our experience.

It’s about relationship and community. It’s about connecting with others on the way to whichever event or activity you choose. It’s about better living.

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Spend some time....

Find the Global Village Museum of Arts & Culture at 200 West Mountain in Old Town Fort Collins. The four galleries reflect its mission to “foster and celebrate international connection between northern Colorado and the world through exhibits of folk art, fine arts, and artifacts from around the globe and provide international resources and educational opportunities.” Nancy greets me at the front desk. A friend of one of the founders of the museum, she has been volunteering one day a week for the past year.

The Museum is open Tuesday-Saturday 11-5. globalvillagemuseum.org.

Love Italian?

GREAT ITALIAN FARE along Fort Collins’ College Avenue just got better with the addition of Rare Italian at the southwest corner of Mountain and College. Our server, Megan, graduated from CSU and is contemplating her next step in life, perhaps seeking a master’s degree in social work.

Across the street at Bisetti’s Ristorante, Ryan reports moving from Lafayette, Louisiana a year ago. Now having residency, he plans to attend CSU. “Thank y’all for stopping in tonight.” Further south on College Avenue, at Clyde’s Canino’s Italian Restaurant, Teta, with her engaging smile, is often there to seat you at your favorite table.

Hit the trails

ROCKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK celebrates its 100th Anniversary, which is a great reason to head to this beautiful park in our “backyard.” Find hiking, seminars, photography opportunities, centennial celebrations and more. Perhaps 100-hiking miles between now and when the snow flies? Surf nps.gov/romo or rockymountainnationalpark.com. 62 or older? Buy your lifetime pass for $20.

My favorite trails are in the southeast corner of the Park up the Wild Basin. Talking with Laura, a volunteer ranger at the Wild Basin ranger station, I learned she is also a home healthcare nurse and had assisted my mother a few years back when Mom was living at the family mountain cabin before she died. The conversation made my day, as it did Laura’s. Perhaps my mother’s day as well.

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BRAVO

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So much to do and see and hear! Check out our own backyard for nearby happenings then move on to the Worth the trip listings for events around the state. Have a blast this summer and don’t forget your sunscreen, hat and water bottle.

WEEKLY

FRIDAY FEST May 1-September 25, Greeley www.greeleydowntown.com Take advantage of Colorado’s first “GoCup” Entertainment Area and enjoy many nights of great music and fun for the family on the 9th Street Plaza.

CSU LAGOON SERIES June 17-August 5, Fort Collins 970-663-1888, www.lagoonseries.com Pack a picnic, blanket and lawn chairs to enjoy NoCo’s best local musicians by the side of the CSU Lagoon.

DOWNTOWN SUMMER SESSIONS July 10-August 7, Fort Collins A Friday evening concert series in Downtown that features a diverse line up of Colorado musical acts. Each week will feature beer service from our local breweries.

SPECIAL EVENTS

LARIMER COUNTY SUMMIT ON AGING May 7, Fort Collins 970-310-4900, www.foalarimer.org Join this day-long event designed to help define livable communities for healthy aging in the 21st Century.

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OLD TOWN CAR SHOW May 30, Fort Collins, 970-484-6500 www.downtownfortcollins.com Hot-rods, vintage cars and classic trucks line the streets of Historic Downtown at this family friendly, non-alcoholic event.

BIKE ART SHOW June 5, Fort Collins www.bikefortcollins.org To kick off Colorado Bike Month, Bike Fort Collins will host a bicycle art show featuring local artists, a bike museum, music and beer.

ESTES PARK JAZZ FEST June 6-7, Estes Park 970-577-3920, www.visitestespark.com One of Colorado’s premier jazz festivals featuring the finest national and regional jazz artists.

OPEN STREETS June 7, Fort Collins 970-224-6112, www.fcgov.com/fcbikes Come play in the streets! Local streets temporarily will be closed to motorized traffic and opened up for playing.

GREELEY BLUES JAM June 12-13, Greeley, 970-356-5000 www.greeleybluesjam.com A family oriented Blues experience.

Food and drink, merchandise vendors, ample free parking, plus camping & RV sites available just outside the Island Grove Arena.

NATIONAL GET OUTDOORS DAY June 13, Fort Collins www.larimer.org/getoutdoorsnoco Fish, bike, garden, climb, paint, build, paddle, learn, dance, eat, and play!

WOOL MARKET June 13-14, Estes Park 970-577-3920, www.visitestespark.com Held at the Fairgrounds at Stanley Park, as the largest fiber fest in the West.

ROCKY MOUNTAIN IRISH GATHERING June 18 – 21, Estes Park 970-577-3920, www.visitestespark.com A celebration of Irish culture and history uniquely presented through a festival atmosphere with special guests from Ireland and right here in the U.S. FORT COLLINS BEER WEEK June 20-27, Fort Collins www.fortcollinsbeerweek.com A community-wide event, this weeklong celebration is all about enjoying craft beer responsibly and appreciating those who make it.

COLORADO BREWERS’ FESTIVAL June 26-27, Fort Collins, 970-484-6500 www.coloradobrewfest.com An annual tradition that celebrates Colorado craft beer and live music.

Alcohol service in addition to food service, shopping at vendor booths and live entertainment on two stages.

SCANDINAVIAN MIDSUMMER FESTIVAL June 27-28, Estes Park 970-577-3920, www.visitestespark.com Be entertained and educated about Scandinavian traditions and culture with fun and lively dancing, exhibits, kids’ activities and more.

COLORADO BIKE MS June 27-28, Westminster, Colo., to Fort Collins and back www.bikemscolorado.org A two-day bike tour with six course options and 3,000+ riders to benefit the National MS Society.

GREELEY STAMPEDE June 25-July 5, Greeley, 970-356-7787 www.greeleystampede.org An event “to celebrate our nation’s independence and preserve our western heritage.” Enjoy country music and classic rock concerts, pro-rodeo, daily parades, western art show, carnival and food court.

ROOFTOP RODEO July 6-12, Estes Park 970-577-3920, www.visitestespark.com This PRCA-sanctioned event

includes nightly professional rodeo performances, a parade through downtown Estes Park and dance.

LOVELAND LOVES BBQ, BEER AND BANDS July 10-11, Loveland, 970-222-7772 www.lovelandlovesbbq.com Good food, good beer, good tunes!

CHERRY PIE FESTIVAL July 18, Loveland 970-962-2000, www.cityofloveland.org Celebrate Loveland’s longstanding connection with the cherry industry with pie, ice cream, live music, more.

ARTS PICNIC July 25-26, Greeley www.greeleygov.com/activities/festivals/ arts-picnic Shop at more than175 artists’ booths, take a break in the Beer Garden and Culinary Area, and enjoy Colorado performers on two stages.

LARIMER COUNTY FAIR & RODEO July 31-August 4, Loveland www.larimercountyfair.org Western rodeo fun, plus parade, 4-H competitions, carnival, music, more.

GNARLY BARLEY BREW FEST (AT THE LARIMER COUNTY FAIR) August 1, Loveland, 970-619-4059 www.gnarlybarleybrewfest.com Sample some of northern Colorado’s finest craft brews while listening to local bands.

HIGH PLAINS CHAUTAUQUA August 4-8, Greeley, 970-352-3567 www.highplainschautauqua.org A unique combination of live theater and American history where scholars bring life to historical and/or literary figures through first-person portrayals.

HERITAGE FESTIVAL August 8-9, Estes Park 970-586-0676, www.evhpf.org/ EPHeritageFestival Take a step back in time, explore the history of Estes Park and learn about the hearty pioneers who settled the region.

SCULPTURE IN THE PARK August 8-9, Loveland, 970-663-2940 www.sculptureinthepark.org This event showcases more than 2,000 pieces of art created by 160 sculptors from around the world.

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ART IN THE PARK August 8-9, Loveland, 970-541-1459 www.artintheparkloveland.com A fine art and artisan craft show that will include musical performances and a Beer & Wine Garden.

BOHEMIAN NIGHTS AT NEWWESTFEST August 14-16, Fort Collins 970-484-6500, www. downtownfortcollins.com A free, three-day community music festival showcasing Colorado music and three internationally renowned headliners.

CORN ROAST FESTIVAL August 21-22, Loveland 970-667-6311, www.loveland.org/ TheCornRoastFestival This fun event include a parade, corn shucking competition, corn eating contest, plus entertainment, vendors, more.

USA PRO CHALLENGE – STAGE 6 August 22, Fort Collins and Loveland www.usaprocyclingchallenge.com Stage 6 of this seven-stage, week-long professional bike race will begin in Loveland, roll through the northwestern Front Range foothills and end in Downtown Fort Collins.

ROCKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK Centennial & Re-Dedication Ceremony September 4, Estes Park 970-586-1203, www.nps.gov/romo Join guest speakers and participate in special activities to wrap up of a yearlong celebration of the centennial of Rocky Mountain National Park.

JOHN DENVER TRIBUTE CONCERT September 5, Estes Park www.estesparklionsclub.org Brad Fitch performs Denver’s songs in the crowd pleasing 12th Annual John Denver Tribute Concert.

TOUR DE FAT September 5, Fort Collins 970-221-0524, www.newbelgium.com A pedal-powered, costume parade and festival that celebrates and encourages using a bicycling for transportation.

LONGS PEAK SCOTTISH IRISH HIGHLAND FESTIVAL September 10-13, Estes Park 970 586-6308, www.scotfest.com Enjoy bagpipes and drums, Highland and Irish dancing, folk music and Celtic rock, jousting competitions, athletic and other competitions.

FORT COLLINS PEACH FESTIVAL August 22, Fort Collins 970-460-6848, www. fortcollinspeachfestival.com Peaches for purchase from Palisade, Colo., peach pies, live music and entertainment.

SUSTAINABLE LIVING FAIR September 12-13, Fort Collins 970-224-3247, www. sustainablelivingassociation.org A weekend of solution-based, interactive, educational family oriented activities, workshops, entertainment and vendor booths.

FRONT RANGE WINE FESTIVAL August 22, Windsor www.frontrangewinefestival.com Sample Colorado wines, and nibble on tasty food, hear live music and wind through speciality vendor booths.

MY FAVORITE BANDS FESTIVAL September 26, Greeley, 970-356-6775 www.greeleydowntown.com Colorado’s best bands covering the greatest bands of all time, like Jimi Hendrix, Johnny Cash and Devo.

ROAD KNIGHTS BLUE LIGHT SPECIAL CAR SHOW August 29, Loveland, 970-402-2839 www.roadknightscarclub.com A special car show featuring over 600 hot rods and muscle cars.

FORTOBERFEST September 18-19, Fort Collins 970-484-6500, www. downtownfortcollins.com A Fort Collins-style Oktoberfest street celebration of local music, beer and emphasis on sustainability.

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AUTUMN GOLD—A FESTIVAL OF BANDS, BRATS ‘N BEER September 26 -27, Estes Park 800-443-7837, www.visitestespark.com Listen to some foot-tapping music and relax with a cold brew and a mustardsmothered bratwurst—all for free!

WORTH THE TRIP

WILD WILD WEST FESTIVAL May 15-17, Pueblo, 800-233-3446, www.wildwildwestfestival.com Enjoy continuous live entertainment, street vendors, a carnival, Western entertainers, magic show, more!

BOULDER CREEK FESTIVAL May 23-25, Boulder 303-449-3137, www.bceproductions. com/boulder-creek-festival Free-to-the-public Boulder fun, including vendor booths, live music, and the signature rubber duck race down the creek.

TELLURIDE BALLOON FESTIVAL June 5-7, Telluride 877-358-7122, www.telluride.com/ lodging/telluride-balloon-festival Weather cooperative, you will have the chance to see a dozen or more balloons launch from Town Park and sail over downtown Telluride.

PAGOSA FOLK ‘N BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL June 6-8, Pagosa Springs, 970-731-5582, www.folkwest.com/folkbluegrass Dance away the weekend with highenergy jams in breath-taking scenery.

FIBARK June 18-21, Salida, www.fibark.net Watch kayakers, stand-up paddlers and rafters compete during America’s Oldest White Water Festival.

COLORADO SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL June 6-August 10, Boulder 303-492-8008, www.coloradoshakes.org Get your Shakespeare fix with one of five performances this summer. Choose among Much Ado About Nothing, Othello, Wittenberg (by David Davalos), Henry V and Henry VI, Part 1, or see all 5!

TELLURIDE BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL June 18-21, Telluride, 800-624-2422 www.bluegrass.com/telluride Spend four days jamin’ to some of the best bluegrass of our time!

PIONEER DAYS June 11-14, Crawford 970-921-4000, www.crawfordcountry.org The history of the West comes alive with a melodrama, baking contest, hay bales and outhouse races, parade, artwork displays and fireworks.

SNOWMASS MAMMOTH FEST June 13-15, Snowmass, 877-987-6487 www.snowmassmammothfest.com Music, craft brews and chili all compete for your attention during this three-day party.

COLORADO RENAISSANCE FESTIVAL June 15-August 3, Larkspur 303-688-6010 www.coloradorenaissance.com Music, magic and merriment await festival goers. Also experience the thrill of jousting, watch the exotic Endangered Cat Show, catch humorous skits, and more medieval entertainment.

PIKES PEAK CELTIC FESTIVAL June 19-21, Colorado Springs 719-635-8803 www.pikespeakcelticfestival.com Celebrate all things Celtic with bagpipes, Irish and Highland dancers, Celtic Rock groups, and the best in Irish and Scottish cuisine.

BLUE RIBBON BACON TOUR @ KEYSTONE June 27-28, Keystone 970-423-8996, www.keystonefestivals. com/index.php/bacon-tour Bacon and beer lovers unite at this weekend-long celebration.

BRECKENRIDGE JULY ART FESTIVAL July 3-5, Breckenridge 970-547-9326, www.mountainart festivals.com/breck_art_festival.php This festival will feature over 100 artists from around the country who will present ceramics, mixed media, fiber, jewelry, more.

CRESTED BUTTE WILDFLOWER FESTIVAL July 13-19, Crested Butte, 970-349-2571, www.crestedbuttewildflowerfestival.com Celebrate the beauty of wildflowers, and learn a thing or two while you’re at it, during a guided tour or workshop.

CHEYENNE FRONTIER DAYS July 17-26, Cheyenne, Wyoming 800-227-6336, www.cfdrodeo.com Enjoy the world’s largest outdoor rodeo, parades, pancake breakfasts, an art show, an air show, antique cars, and top entertainers like Miranda Lambert and Toby Keith.

CASTLE ROCK WINEFEST July 18, Castle Rock, 303-688-4597 www.castlerockwinefest.com Enjoy wine seminars, cooking demonstrations, fabulous food trucks and an amazing local band to dance the night away.

VAIL INTERNATIONAL DANCE FESTIVAL July 27-August 10, Vail 888-920-2787, www.vvf.org/arts/vailinternational-dance-festival This is heralded as one of the most treasured summer dance events. Get into the rhythm and flow of ballet, tap, jazz, Tango and more.

STEAMBOAT WINE FESTIVAL August 5-9, Steamboat Springs, Colorado, 877-328-2783, wwwsteamboatwinefestival.com Enjoy a weekend with master winemakers and culinary greats in picturesque Steamboat Springs.

COLORADO STATE FAIR August 28–September 7, Pueblo 800-876-4567, www.coloradostatefair. com/default.aspx With something for everyone, bring family, friends and neighbors.

JAZZ ASPEN SNOWMASS LABOR DAY EXPERIENCE September 4-6, Aspen and Snowmass 970-920-4996, www.

JazzAspenSnowmass.org Listen to world-famous jazz musicians perform against the backdrop of the beauty of the Rocky Mountains, plus enjoy shopping, eclectic food and beverage vendors, more!

WILD WEST AIR FEST AND LABOR DAY WEEKEND CELEBRATION September 5-6, Steamboat 970-879-0880, www.steamboatchamber.com/signature-events/laborday-weekend/wild-west-air-fest This Labor Day Weekend event features a vintage and warbird static aircraft display, an aerobatic show, classic cars, kids’ activities, more.

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Vacations

beyond rest & relaxation

By Kim Sharpe

“BE THE CHANGE that you wish to see in the world.” Mahatma Ghandi’s statement might not be one that guides everyone’s vacation planning, but it certainly could be the principle behind those who choose to use coveted paid time off (if you’re still in the workforce) or valuable free time combining travel with service work and learning.

MEANINGFUL MISSIONS

Arleen Arnsparger and her husband John Cooper have taken two volunteer vacations through Global Volunteers, a Minnesota-based nonprofit that works at the invitation and under the direction of local leaders in partner communities worldwide. They engage volunteers in local problem solving through respectful, direct community service.

Arnsparger cautions, “The term ‘volunteer vacation’ is a bit of a misnomer, because nothing about it is a vacation—they work your butt off !”

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cooking. “Our job was to do things that supported the staff ’s work.”

On their second volunteer vacation, the couple worked side by side with local educators to teach English to school children on the Greek island of Crete.

“On these volunteer vacations, you are part of a team of people, all ages, from all over the country,” Arnsparger explains. “You have a chance to meet

and work with wonderful people—interesting folks who each want to make a difference in some way.”

Tom Gregory has taken several volunteer vacations of another sort.

Since 2007, he’s traveled six times to Ameya, Nicaragua, as part of mission teams from the Council Tree Covenant Church in Fort Collins. “From the first time my church announced it wanted

to concentrate on Nicaragua, which is the second poorest country in South America, I knew I wanted to use my life experiences to help,” he says.

Gregory lived in the Philippines during his high school years and extensively traveled through Mexico “as a hippie” in his early 20s, so he’s familiar with developing countries and cultures. His 32-year career as an electrical engineer prepared him to assist Ameya residents as they researched and built a septic system, and conducted related soil testing. He also set up a computer system for a library, and trained people to use and maintain it.

“It’s the adventure and experience of new places and new things that draws me to use my time this way,” Gregory says. “And now I have good friends down there and that’s why I like to go back. Doing good stuff is kind of secondary.”

WORK OR PLAY

Trip organizers and participants agree that when you’re planning to take a break, it’s wise to take stock in what kind of a break you need.

Are you worn out and truly need to relax and recharge? Or are you ready to work in another setting and gain new insights about the world?

Arnsparger advises, “You must be discerning about when you need a real vacation or when you want to work, because you don’t want to go into a volunteer or educational va-

cation exhausted. You want to bring your best to those.”

With careful planning, however, you can get your service and education fix and relaxation. “Following both of our adventures, we added days…to visit other parts of the country,” Arnsparger says. “So, even though the volunteer time is not truly a ‘vacation,’ we did spend time afterwards and on the weekends between the service weeks—time to decompress and experience more of the country we were visiting.”

STAY CALM, LEARN ON

Jane Armstrong plans several of her vacations using a similar philosophy.

Through the Road Scholar organization (formerly called Elder Hostel), she’s embarked on five educational adventures that are a “combination of my bucket list—places I’ve always wanted to go—and learning.” Road Scholar offers trips that are very active and high adventure to those which are more refined and explore cultural and artistic centers. Armstrong leans toward the active offerings. She’s enjoyed a golf instruction course in St. George, Utah, that included a side trip to Zion National Park and a lecture about the area’s geological history; a trip to Glacier National Park that including a lot of hiking, plus education about various types of forests and wildlife; and a two-week stay in New Zealand that included a mix of education about that country and hiking, biking, rafting and horseback riding.

“I like people who do all the advanced planning and put me on a bus and get me where I need to go,” says Armstrong. “I also like the list of recommended reading I receive in advance of a trip. I always read four or five of the books. It gives me a chance to go deep into the history of an area.”

Volunteer Vacations in Colorado If you’re ready to go and grow, but want to stay closer to home, Colorado has many volunteer vacation opportunities, most of which include enjoying the state’s great outdoors. If you want to build or repair trails, help restore wild lands and work with others interested in living sustainably, check out the following options: • Rocky

Mountain Field Institute—enjoy a week-long work trip on Pikes Peak. www.rmfi.org/volunteer-vacation • Shadowcliff—an eco-friendly mountain sanctuary where volunteers perform a variety of tasks for two to three weeks at a time. www.shadowcliff.org/our-story/jobs/ • Volunteer Tourism in Colorado—feel good about volunteering and experience Colorado’s beautiful scenery. www.colorado.com/articles/volunteer-tourismcolorado-trail-repair-organizations • The Colorado Trail—help maintain this 500-mile trail that connects Denver to Durango. www.coloradotrail.org/volunteer.html • Volunteers for Outdoor Colorado—environmental stewardship projects range from urban parks to high 14ers. www.voc.org/volunteer

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Lifestyle

DIRECTORY Financial Assistance & Benefits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 finances, insurance counseling

Housing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 assisted living, independent living, moving assistance, nursing facilities, senior apartments Retail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 horses, home remodeling Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 funeral care, legal services, transportation

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE & BENEFITS FINANCES

Colorado Low Income Telephone Assistance Program 303-894-2043, www.colorado.gov Consumer Credit Counseling 1247 Riverside Ave., FC 229-0695, www.greenpath.com Consumer Fraud (Weld County District Attorney) 800-222-4444 or 356-4010 www.co.weld.co.us Foundation on Aging for Larimer County, Inc. FC, 224-5476, www.foalarimer.org House of Neighborly Service 565 N. Cleveland Ave., LV 667-4939, 531 8th, Berthoud 532-0161, www.honservice.org Income Tax Counseling (RSVP of Weld County) 351-2588 www.coseniorcorps.org/rsvp/weld

Kevin Dunnigan, Investment Centers of America 300 E. 29th St., LV, 622-2366 www.helpwithmyinvestments.com Full-service financial firm com­ mitted to helping people pursue their financial goals.

Larimer County Office on Aging 2601 Midpoint Dr., Ste. 112, FC 498-7750 www.larimer.org/seniors Larimer County Veterans Services 200 W. Oak St., FC, 498-7390 www.larimer.org/veterans Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LEAP) Larimer County 1501 Blue Spruce Dr., FC 498-7730, www.larimer.org/dhs/ assistance/leap.htm Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LEAP) Weld County www.co.weld.co.us Neighbor to Neighbor 1550 Blue Spruce Dr., FC 484-7498, 242 Conifer St., FC 494-9705, 565 N. Cleveland Ave., LV, 663-4163 www.n2n.org Old Age Pension Weld County 351-1551, www.co.weld.co.us

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Social Security Administration Larimer County 301 S. Howes St., Ste. 4, FC 866-336-7385, www.ssa.gov

Medicare Information & Application Larimer County 1501 Blue Spruce Dr., FC 498-6300, www.larimer.org/dhs

Social Security Administration Weld County 5400 W. 11th St., GR 877-405-9195, www.ssa.gov

Medicare Information 800-633-4227 www.medicare.gov

INSURANCE COUNSELING Aspen Club Senior Servies PVHS 1224 Doctors Ln., FC 495-8560 2500 Rocky Mountain Ave., LV 624-1860, www.pvhs.org See ad page 64.

Larimer County Department of Human Services – Medicaid 1501 Blue Spruce Dr., FC 498-6300, 205 E. 6th St., LV 498-6300, www.larimer.org/dhs Medicaid Benefits Helper 605 S. Shields St., FC 221-0406, www.elderhaus.org Medicaid Hotline 800-221-3943 www.healthcolorado.net

Options for Long Term Care (OLTC) Larimer County 1501 Blue Spruce Dr., FC 498-7780 www.larimer.org Senior Health Insurance Assistance www.cdn.colorado.gov Weld County RSVP 351-2588 www.coseniorcorps.org Weld County Social Services Department 315 N. 11th Ave., GR, 352-1551 www.co.weld.co.us

HOUSING

Fort Collins Housing Authority 1715 W. Mountain Ave., FC 416-2910, www.fchousing.com Greeley-Weld Housing Authority 903 6th St., GR, 353-7437 www.greeley-weldha.org

VOLUN TEER The educaTion program at the Larimer County Landfill is seeking active volunteers of all ages to help educate youth through seniors about reducing, reusing, and recycling!

VolunTeer opporTuniTies are aVailable for:

Training is proVided! If you have a few hours a week or a month, contact us, we’d love to visit with you!

FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT:

(970) 498-5772 • rwatson@larimer.org

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Loveland Housing Authority 375 W. 37th St., Ste. 200, LV 667-3232, www.lovelandhsg.org

Bonnell Good Samaritan Center 708 22nd St., GR, 352-6082 www.good-sam.com

Neighborhood Services Office 281 N. College Ave., FC 224-6046, www.fcgov.com/ neighborhoodservices

The Bridge at Life Care Center of Greeley 4750 25th St., GR, 339-0022 www.thebridgeatgreeley.com Greeley’s most established assisted living, providing fabulous food and great service. See ad page 46.

Neighbor to Neighbor 1550 Blue Spruce Dr., FC 484-7498 565 N. Cleveland Ave., LV 663-4163, www.n2n.org

ASSISTED LIVING

Apple Leaf Assisted Living 1328 1st St., Berthoud 532-2600 Aspen House, 2212 E. 11th St. LV, 635-9800 www.aspenhouse.org Barlow Assisted Living 2320 W. Prospect Rd., FC 482-1119 www.barlowassistedliving.com Caring, personal, personalized senior assisted-living services.

Bee Hive Homes Assisted Living 1705 32nd St., Evans, 590-1997 www.beehivehomesofnorthern colorado.com

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Bright Assisted Living 610 Hemlock Dr., WS, 674-1446 Collinwood Assisted Living and Memory Care 5055 S. Lemay Ave., FC, 223-3552 www.bethesdaseniorliving.com Full schedule of social and recreational activities; maintenance-free living.

Colorado Assisted Living Homes 629 Ptarmigan Run, LV 303-948-0555 www.coloradoassistedliving.com Columbine Commons Assisted Living 1475 Main Street, WS 449-5540, www.columbinehealth. com. See ad page 4.

Courtyard of Loveland 605 California Ave., LV, 667-3342 www.courtyardofloveland.com Our smaller facility offers a comfortable home environment with 24-hour personal care.

Eagle’s Nest Assisted Living 1026 Salmon Run, FC, 231-2692 www.eaglesnestal.com Fort Collins Healthcare Center 1000 S Lemay Ave, FC 482-7925 www.savasenior care.com Accepting Medicaid, Medicare and private insurance. See ad page 35.

Garden Square at Spring Creek 1000 E. Stuart St., FC, 494-3276 Garden Square of Greeley 1663 29th Ave. Pl., GR 336-9063, www.gardensquare memorycare.com Garden Square at Westlake Assisted Living 3151 W. 20th St., GR 673-9402 www.gardensquareatwestlake.com

Good Samaritan Society Fort Collins Village 508 W. Trilby Rd., FC, 226-4909 www.good-sam.com Grace Pointe Continuing Care Senior Campus 1919 68th Ave., GR 304-1919 www.gracepointegreeley.com Assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, in-patient and out-patient rehabilitation.

Gray Cara West 3705 Carson Ave., Evans 330-5133, www.graycara.com Lakeview Commons 1422 W. 29th St., LV, 278-4000 www.columbinehealth.com Safe and comfortable, empower­ ing residents to be as active and independent as possible.

See ad page 4.

Heritage Haus 208 19th St., SE, LV, 669-5616 Joneses Assisted Living 2127 Eagle Dr., LV, 663-2226 Loveland House 2115 Eagle Dr., LV, 663-2223

Loveland Village – Good Samaritan Society 2101 S. Garfield Ave., LV 669-3100, www.good-sam.com

Sterling House of Loveland 2895 N. Empire, LV 877-713-0989 www.brookdaleliving.com

MacKenzie Place 4750 Pleasant Oak Dr., FC 207-1939, www.mackenzieplace.com

Sterling House at the Orchards 215 Shupe Cir., LV 877-712-9909 www.brookdaleliving.com

Meadowlark Assisted Living 1214 Catalpa Pl., FC, 221-3707 MeadowView of Greeley 5300 W. 29th St., GR, 353-6800 www.meadowviewofgreeley.com Morning Star Assisted Living and Memory Care 3509 Lochwood Drive, FC 999-8790, www. morningstarseniorliving.com See ad page 3.

New Mercer Commons 900 Centre Ave., FC, 495-1000 www.columbine health.com Assisted living, Alzheimer’s and related dementia, assisted living, short-term respite programs. See ad page 4.

Park Regency Premiere Senior Living 1875 Fall River Dr., LV, 461-1100 www.parkregency.us Primrose Place 1330 E. 1st St., LV, 667-5962 The Residence at Oakridge 4750 Wheaton Dr., FC, 229-5800 www.nhaconsulting.com

Sterling House of Greeley 1999 W. 38th Ave., GR 877-713-0958 www.brookdaleliving.com Turnberry Place Assisted Living 2401 Turnberry Rd., FC 482-2215 www.turnberryassistedliving.com Wellington Assisted Living 8126 5th St., Wellington 568-7199 Willows at Windsor 686-2258

INDEPENDENT LIVING

Bonnell Good Samaritan Center 708 22nd St., GR 352-6082 www.good-sam.com Good Samaritan Society Fort Collins Village 508 W. Trilby Rd., FC 226-4909 www.good-sam.com

Greeley Place 1051 6th St., GR 351-0683 www.holidaytouch.com/OurCommunities/greeley-place

Harvest Pointe 4895 Lucerne Ave., LV 622-9907, www.rhf.org/rhfcms Affordable housing for lowincome seniors. See ad page 44.

Hillcrest of Loveland 535 N. Douglas Ave., LV, 593-9800 www.hillcrestofloveland.com Applicants must be at least 62 years of age with an annual income of or below $25,750 for one person or $29,400 for two people. Harvest Pointe is a non-smoking community.

Section 504 Coordinator: Stuart Hartman, VP - Operations, FPM, Inc. 911 N Studebaker Road, Long Beach CA 90815, 562-275-5100. TDD 800-545-1833 x 359.

Loveland Village – Good Samaritan Society 2101 S. Garfield Ave., LV 669-3100 www.good-sam.com MacKenzie Place 4750 Pleasant Oak Dr., FC 207-1939, www.mackenzieplace.com Mirasol Senior Living 1153 Finch St., LV, 663-1300 www.mirasolseniorcommunity.com Park Regency Premiere Senior Living 1875 Fall River Dr., LV, 461-1100 www.parkregency.us

Rigden Farm Senior Living 2350 Limon Dr., FC 372-1771 www.rigdenfarmseniorliving.com Sterling House at the Orchards 215 Shupe Cir., LV 877-712-9909 www.brookdaleliving.com Sugar Valley Estates—Holiday Retirement 4320 Georgetown Dr., LV 744-3245 www.sugarvalleyestates.com Water Valley Senior Living Resort 805 Compassion Way, WS 686-2743 www.good-sam.com/watervalley Welcoming sense of community, golf, fishing, trails; restaurantstyle dining.

The Wexford 1515 W. 28th St. LV, 667-1900 www.columbine health.com Service and amenity choices available in a caring community.

See ad page 4.

Parkwood Estates Independent Senior Living Community 2201 S. Lemay Ave., FC 482-3924 www.holidaytouch.com

Shamrock Manor 2914 W. Prospect Rd., FC 224-1400 Spring Creek Health Care 1000 E Stuart Street, FC 482-5712 www.savaseniorcare.com Providing wound, bariatric, respiratory and respite care. See ad page 35.

Sterling House of Fort Collins 1002 Rule Dr., FC, 877-713-0951 www.brookdaleliving.com

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North Shore Health & Rehab Facility 1365 W. 29th St. LV, 667-1111 www.columbine health.com Meets needs in a caring manner with regard to individual’s dignity and strengths. See ad page 4.

Rehabilitation and Nursing Center of the Rockies 1020 Patton St., FC, 484-7981 www.rncrhealth.com Sava Senior Care 1000 E. Stuart St., FC, 482-5712 821 Duffield Ct., LV, 669-0345 www.savaseniorcare.com Windsor Health Care Center 710 3rd St., WS, 686-7474 www.savaseniorcare.com The Winslow 909 Centre Ave. FC, 492-6200 www.columbine health.com For seniors to enjoy a lifestyle filled with recreational, educa­tional, and social activities. See ad page 4.

The Worthington 900 Worthington Circle, FC 490-1000 www.columbine health.com. Fun, security and peace of mind for independentliving seniors. See ad page 4.

MOVING ASSISTANCE

Kids Gloves, LLC 449-2309, www.kidgloves.us Lone Pine Estate Service 224-2637

NURSING FACILITIES

Bonnell Good Samaritan Center 708 22nd St., GR, 352-6082 www.good-sam.com.

Centre Avenue Health & Rehab Facility 815 Centre Ave. FC, 494-2140 www.columbinehealth.com Private rooms for individuals; 34 |

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short stays after hospitalization, long-term care, end-of-life care.

See ad page 4.

Center for Neurorehabilitation Services, PC 1045 Robertson St., FC, 493-6667, www.brainrecov.com Columbine Commons Health & Rehab Facility 1475 Main Street, WS, 449-5541 www.columbinehealth.com. See ad page 4.

Columbine West Health & Rehab Facility 940 Worthington Cr., FC , 221-2273 www.columbinehealth.com Skilled nursing facility providing rehabilitation, nursing care, de­mentia care, and hospice services. See ad page 4.

Fairacres Manor Inc 1700 18th Ave., GR, 353-3370 www.vivage.com/fairacres Golden Peaks Center 1005 E. Elizabeth St., FC 482-2525, www.genesishcc. com/GoldenPeaks

Good Samaritan Society Fort Collins Village 508 W. Trilby Rd., FC, 226-4909 www.good-sam.com Grace Pointe Continuing Care Senior Campus 1919 68th Ave., GR, 304-1919 www.gracepointegreeley.com Assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, in-patient and out-patient rehabilitation.

Kenton Manor 850 27th Ave., GR, 353-1017 Lemay Avenue Health & Rehab Facility 4824 S. Lemay Ave., FC , 4821584, www.columbine health.com, See ad page 4.

Life Care Center of Greeley 4800 W. 25th St., GR, 330-6400 www.lcca.com Quality care in peaceful, home-like atmosphere with nursing care. In-house physician. See ad page 46.

Loveland Village – Good Samaritan Society 2101 S. Garfield Ave., LV 669-3100, www.good-sam.com

SENIOR APARTMENTS

Big Thompson Manor I & II 230 Monroe Ave., LV, 667-4195 Birchwood Apartments 2830 W. 27th St. Ln., GR, 330-6206 Broadview Apartments 2915 W. 8th St., GR, 352-9305 CARE Housing 1303 W. Swallow Rd., FC 282-7522, www.carehousing.org Century III (Windsor Housing Authority) 1027 Walnut St., WS, 686-5576 www.windsorgov.com DMA Plaza Apartments 300 Remington St., FC, 493-7727 Fort Collins Housing Authority (Northern Hotel, the Villages, Wellington) 1715 W. Mountain Ave., FC 416-2910, www.fchousing.com Fox Run Good Samaritan Society 1720 60th Ave., GR, 353-7773 www.good-sam.com See ad page 37.

Governor’s Farm Apartments 701 6th St., WS, 686-9650 Greeley Manor Apartments 1000 13th St., Ste. 105, GR 356-5489

Our experience... ...your comfort

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121 West Olive street • FOrt COllins BOhlenderFuneralChapel.COm

We focus On People,

Our Residents, Their Lives, and Their Families.

As a part of our skilled nursing services, we provide wound care, bariatric care, tracheotomy care, resperatory care and respite care

Spring Creek Health Care

1000 E Stuart St Fort Collins, CO 80525

970-482-5712

Fort Collins Health Care Center

1000 S Lemay Ave Fort Collins, CO 80524

970-482-7925

www.savaseniorcare.com WE ACCEPT MEDICARE, MEDICAID AND PRIVATE INSURANCE, SEMI-PRIVATE AND PRIVATE ROOMS ARE AVAILABLE

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Hamilton Park Apartments 1402 N. 4th St., Ste. 2, Berthoud, 532-3725

Woodbridge Senior Apartments 1508 W. Elizabeth St., FC, 472-1703 www.cowboy.us/woodbridge.php Woodside Village Apartments 144 E. 24th St., GR, 356-5991

Harvest Pointe 4895 Lucerne Ave., LV, 6229907, www.rhf.org/rhfcms Affordable housing for lowincome seniors. See ad page 44.

Immaculata Plaza 530 10th Ave., GR, 356-0610 Applicants must be at least 62 years of age with an annual income of or below $25,750 for one person or $29,400 for two people. Harvest Pointe is a non-smoking community.

Section 504 Coordinator: Stuart Hartman, VP - Operations, FPM, Inc. 911 N Studebaker Road, Long Beach CA 90815, 562-275-5100. TDD 800-545-1833 x 359.

Island Grove Village 119 14th Ave., GR, 356-2808 www.islandgrove.org Joe P. Martinez Garden Apartments 1701 2nd St., GR, 356-2332 La Casa Rosa (Greeley/Weld Housing Authority) 1011 C St., GR, 353-7437 www.greeley-weldha.org

Loveland Housing Authority (Maple Terrace, Mirasol, Silver Leaf I & II) 375 W. 37th St., Ste. 200, LV 667-3232, www.lovelandhsg.org Meeker Commons Mutual Housing 505 9th Ave., GR, 378-9393 Oakbrook I Apartments 3200 Stanford Rd., FC 226-5060, www.mynewplace.com Oakbrook II Apartments 3300 Stanford Rd., FC 223-1356 www.mynewplace.com Reflections Senior Apartments 321 E. Troutman Pkwy., FC, 2253711, www.cowboy.us/reflections.php Sanctuary Apartments 3732 Kunz Ct., FC, 225-2177 www.voa.org The Pines at Southmoor 2162 30th St., GR, 356-4059 www.thepinesatsouthmoor.com University Plaza 1534 11th Ave., GR 353-9275 Villa Fourteen 214 Birch Ave., Ault, 834-1570 36 |

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RETAIL HORSES

Vessey Funeral Service 2649 E. Mulberry St., Ste. A-1 FC, 482-5065 www.vesseyfuneralservice.com Viegut Funeral Home 1616 N. Lincoln Ave., FC, 6794669, www.viegutfuneralhome.com Photography services.

City of Loveland Transit (COLT) 500 E. Third St., LV, 962-2700 www.ci.loveland.co.us Dial-A-Ride 250 N. Mason St., FC, 224-6161 www.fcgov.com/transfort/ dialaride.php Larimer County Lift 2255 Midpoint Dr., FC, 498-7541

Happy Horse 113 Peterson St., FC, 484-4199 www.happyhorsetack.com Everything for horses and the people they love.

LEGAL SERVICES

Bill Beyers, Elder-Law Attorney 762 W. Eisenhower Blvd., LV 669-1101, www.wcbeyers.com

Greeley Paratransit 1200 A St., GR, 350-9287 www.greeleygov.com/thebus

HOME REMODELING

C. Jan Lord, Elder-Law 1211 Lake Ave., Ste. 202, Berthoud 532-4183, www.cjlordlaw.com

Greenride 344 E. Foothills Pkwy. Ste. 29, FC, 888-472-6656 www.greenrideco.com Shuttle service to Denver International Airport from Front Range and Wyoming locations. See ad page 15.

Johnson Custom Flooring and Design 2093 E. 11th St., LV, 663-1266 www.johnsoncustomflooring anddesign.com. Single rooms, remodels and new construction; free competitive estimates.

See ad page 44.

SERVICES

FUNERAL CARE

Allnutt Funeral Service 2100 N. Lincoln Ave., LV 667-1121, 702 13th St., GR 352-3366, www.allnutt.com

Bohlender Funeral Chapel 121 W. Olive St., FC, 482-4244 www.bohlenderfuneralchapel.com Full-service, funeral home offering funeral, burial, cremation, and pre-need planning services. See ad page 35.

Goes Funeral Care and Crematory 3665 Canal Dr., Ste. E, FC, 4822221, www.goesfuneralcare.com Full range of personalized services including traditional burial and cremation. Green burial available. See ad page 15.

Seitz Funeral Services Inc 2000 47th Ave., GR, 330-6151 www.adamsonchapels.com Stoddard Funeral Home 3205 W. 28th St., GR 330-7301 www.dignitymemorial.com

Colorado Legal Services 211 W. Magnolia St., FC 493-2891 www.coloradolegalservices.org Fort Collins Senior Center 1200 Raintree Dr., FC, 221-6644 www.fcgov.com Larimer County Bar Association Pro Bono Program 424 Pine St., FC, 402-2075 www.cobar.org Misty Bordeaux, Estate Law 2629 Redwing Rd., Ste. 112, FC 488-2737 www.bordeauxandboyes.com Peter W. Bullard, Elder Law 375 E. Horsetooth Rd., Bldg. 6 Ste. 200, FC, 223-5900 www.estate-planning-help.com Procter and Callahan, LLC, Elder Law & Estate Planning 155 E. Boardwalk Dr., Ste. 400, FC, 266-9669, www. proctercallahanlaw.com Senior Law Project 412 S. Howes St., Ste. B, FC 221-5602 Weld County Legal Services Pro Bono Program 915 10th St., GR, 310-8367 www.coloradolegalservices.org

TRANSPORTATION

Berthoud Area Transportation Service (BATS) 248 Welch Ave., Berthoud, 532-3049 www.berthoud.org/Town/bats.php

SAINT 333 W. Drake Rd., Ste. 42, FC 223-8604 or 223-8645 LV, 223-8653, www.saint volunteertransportation.org Shamrock Taxi 4414 E. Harmony Rd., FC 303-772-5222 Transfort Fort Collins 250 N. Mason St., FC, 221-6620 www.fcgov.com/transfort Yellow Cab of Northern Colorado 303-777-2001 www.fortcollinstaxi.com

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DIRECTORY Activities & lessons . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Archery, biking, boating, bowling, cards and bingo, dancing, equestrian gear, gardening, golfing, hiking, music, scuba, spectator events, swimming, tennis Arts & crafts classes . . . . . . . . . 40 Glass blowing, knitting, painting, pottery, quilting & sewing, stained glass Arts & entertainment . . . . . . . . . . 42 Cinema cafes, dinner theaters, museums, performance venues Beauty/Spa . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Hair removal

ACTIVITIES ARCHERY

Greeley Archers www.greeleyarchers.com Loveland Archery Exchange 907 VanBuren Ave., LV 970-667-2934 www.laxarchery.com Rocky Mountain Archery 4518 Innovation Dr., FC 970-226-5900 www.rockymountainarcheryfc.com

BIKING

The Bicycle Advisory Committee 215 N. Mason Ave., FC www.fcgov.com/bac The Bicycle Ambassador Program (BAP) A partnership between FC Bikes & Bicycle and Pedestrian Education Coalition www.bicycleambassadorprogram.org

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Rocky Mountain Recumbents 2111-G S. College Ave., FC 221-4838 www.rockymountainrecumbents.com

Rocky Mountain Adventures 1117 N. Hwy 287, FC, 970-4934005, www.shoprma.com

City of Loveland Recreation Trails www.ci.loveland.co.us/index. aspx?page=242

Two Rivers Cycling Club Greeley www.tworiverscycling.org

Fort Collins Bike Co-op 331 N. College Ave., FC, 970484-3804, www.fcbikecoop.org

BOATING

Chippers Lanes 830 N. College Ave., FC, 484-4777 217 W. Horsetooth Rd., FC, 2266327, 2454 8th Ave., GR, 3534275, www.chipperslanes.com

Fort Collins Bike Library 250 N. Mason Ave., FC, 970-4191050, www.fcbikelibrary.org

A Wanderlust Adventures 4120 W. County Rd. 54G, LaPorte, CO, 970-482-1995 www.awanderlustadventure.com

Fort Collins Cycling Club www.fccycleclub.org

A1 Wildwater Rafting 2801 N. Shields St., FC, 970-2243379, www.a1wildwater.com

Lee’s Cyclery Bike Shop 202 W. Laurel St., FC, 482-6006 www.leescyclery.com. See ad page 61.

Boyd Lake State Park 3720 N. CR 11C, LV, 970-6691739, www.cpw.state.co.us/ placestogo/parks/BoydLake

P.E.D.A.L. (People’s Efforts to Deemphasize Autos in Loveland) www.pedalclub.org

Inlet Bay Marina @ Horsetooth Reservoir 4314 S. Shoreline Dr., FC 970-223-0140 www.inletbaymarina.com

Recycled Cycles 4031 S. Mason St., FC, 223-1969 www.recycled-cycles.com

City of Fort Collins Bikes 281 N. College Ave., FC, 416-2471 www.fcgov.com/bicycling

RideKick 877-974-4440, www.ridekick.com Electric-pow­ered trailers.

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City of Greeley Bike Maps 970-350-9424 www.greeleygov.com/ greeleybikes/BikeMaps.aspx

The Bicycle and Pedestrian Education Coalition (BPEC) www.bpedlarimer.org

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Mountain Whitewater Descents 1329 N. Hwy 287, FC, 970-4190917, www.raftmwd.com

BOWLING

Highland Park Lanes 1900 59th Ave., GR, 330-2695 www.highlandparklanes.com Sweetheart Lanes 2320 N. Lincoln Ave., LV, 667-3510 www.sweetheartlanes.net Leagues, parties and open bowling.

CARD GAMES, BINGO, BUNKO AND MORE

Daytime Duplicate Bridge Club Choice City Duplicate Bridge Club Fort Collins Senior Center 1200 Raintree Dr., FC, 223-0046 www.fcgov.com/recreation/ seniorcenter Fort Collins Duplicate Player’s Club Community of Christ Church 220 E. Oak St., FC, 204-1952

Fort Collins Senior Center 1200 Raintree Dr., FC, 221-6644 www.fcgov.com/recreation/ seniorcenter Bingo, bridge and pinochle Greeley Afternoon Club Senior Center 1010 6th St., GR, 282-4331 The Ace of Clubs Christ United Methodist Church 301 E. Drake Rd., FC, 223-4088

DANCING

Andre’s Ballroom Dance, LLC Masonic Temple, 225 W. Oak St., FC, 266-8249 www.andresballroom.com Ballroom Fort Collins 2600 Fieldstone Dr., FC, 493-2922 www.ballroomfortcollins.com Club Tico 1599 City Park Dr., FC, 970-2246113 or 970-224-6033 www.fcgov.com/recreation/ clubtico.php Contemporary Dance Academy 2531 S. Shields St., #2A, FC, 232-9539, www. contemporarydanceacademy.com

The Gardens on Spring Creek 2145 Centre Ave., FC, 970-4162486, www.fcgov.com/gardens/ The Sustainable Living Association FC, 224-3247, www. sustainablelivingassociation.org

GOLFING

City of Fort Collins Golf Division Multiple locations, FC, 221-6650 www.fcgov.com/golf City of Loveland Golf Courses Multiple locations, LV, 669-5800 www.ci.loveland.co.us Fort Collins Country Club 1920 Country Club Rd., FC 482-1336 www.fcgolf.org Greeley Country Club 4500 10th St., GR, 353-2431 www.greeleycc.org Harmony Club Golf 4176 Club Dr., FC, 482-4653 www.harmonyhomescolorado. com/golf

Highland Meadows Golf Course 6300 Highland Meadows Pkwy., WS, 204-4653 www.HighlandMeadowsGolf Course.com Weeklong camps for beginner and intermediate golfers Indi­ vidual and group instruction.

HIKING

City of Fort Collins: Parks and Trails FC, 221-6660 www.fcgov.com/parks/trails.php Larimer County: Natural Resources 1800 S. CR 31, LV, 619-4570 www.larimer.org/naturalresources Poudre Wilderness Volunteers www.poudrewilderness volunteers.org/trails

MUSIC CLASSES

EZ Keys Piano Studio 6th Place SW, LV, 222-6234 www.simplymusicinstitution.com Private and shared lessons; free introductory session.

Magnolia Music Studio 210 W. Magnolia St., FC, 481-8661 www.magnoliamusicstudio.com Philomusica: A Muscial Playground 2105 S. College Ave., FC 419-8801 www.philomusica.com Piano & Guitar Institute 2925 S. College Ave., #8, FC 206-4930, 1295 Main St., #3, WS, 686-9660, www. pianoinstitutellc.com Piano Center of the Rockies 2721 S. College Ave., FC, 282-9171, www. pianocenteroftherockies.com Loveland Academy of Music, LLC 575 N. Denver Ave., Ste. 120, LV, 581-3553, www. lovelandacademyofmusic.com

SCUBA

Alpine Scuba 1110 W. Prospect Rd., FC, 4847049, www.alpinescuba.net

Foot and Fiddle Square Dance Club Mountain Range Shadows Clubhouse, 8401 Mummy Range Dr., LV, 498-8997 www.coloradosquaredance.com High Country Conservatory of Dance 5112 S. College Ave., FC 225-0600 www.highcountrydance.com

EQUESTRIAN GEAR

Happy Horse 113 Peterson St., FC. 484-4199 www.happyhorsetack.com Everything for horses and the people they love.

GARDENING

Fort Collins Nursery 2121 E. Mulberry, FC, 482-1984 www.fortcollinsnursery.com See ad page 14.

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Evergreen Tennis Courts 1337 W. Broadmoor Dr., LV, 663-7788, www. evergreentenniscourts.com

ART CLASSES GLASS BLOWING

Glass & Fire FC, 402-3280, www.glassnfire.com Daggett Glass Studio 918 N. Garfield Ave., LV, 6678073, www.daggettglass.com

KNITTING

My Sister Knits 1408 W. Mountain Ave., FC, 4071461 ,www.mysisterknits.com Latest yarns and accessories, en­ couragement, assistance in cozy atmosphere. See ad page 41.

Colorado Scuba Diving Academy 1801 Riverside, FC, 855-5572822, www.codivingacademy.com High Plains Scuba Center 115 W. Harvard, FC, 493-8562 www.highplainsscuba.com Scuba Schools International Inc 2619 Canton Ct., FC, 482-0883 www.divessi.com Tortuga Bay 2986 W. 29th St., GR, 353-3337 www.tortugabay.net

SPECTATOR EVENTS

Colorado Eagles Hockey Budweiser Event Center, 5290 Arena Cir., LV, 619-4100 www.coloradoeagles.com Colorado State University Rams Sports Moby Arena, 1951 W. Plum St., FC, www.csurams.com University of Northern Colorado Bears Sports Butler-Hancock Athletic Center, GR, 351-4849 www.uncbears.com

SWIMMING

Bittersweet Swimming & Tennis 1429 39th Ave., GR, 970-3530957, www.bittersweetwetnet.org

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Centennial Outdoor Pool 2315 Reservoir Rd., GR, 970330-2837, www.greeleygov.com/ Recreation/default.aspx Chilson Recreation Center 700 E. Fourth St., LV 962-2386, www.ci.loveland. co.us/index.aspx?page=269 Chimney Park Pool 421 Chimney Park Dr., WS, 970674-0826, www.windsorgov. com/index.aspx?NID=276 City Park Pool 1599 City Park Ave., FC, 970221-6363, www.fcgov.com/ recreation/cityparkpool.php Discovery Bay Water Park 715 E. 24th St., GR, 970-3533538, www.greeleygov.com/ Recreation/default.aspx Edora Pool Ice Center (EPIC) 1801 Riverside Ave., FC, 970221-6683, www.fcgov.com/ recreation/epic.php Fort Collins Senior Center 1200 Raintree Dr., FC, 221-6644 www.fcgov.com/recreation/ seniorcenter Greeley Recreation Center 651 10th Ave., GR, 970-3509400, www.greeleygov.com/ Recreation/GreeleyRec.aspx

Hillside Pool 1414 27th St., GR, 970-352-1692 www.hillsidepool.com Island Grove Park 501 N. 14th Ave., GR, 970-3509392, www.greeleygov.com/ Parks/islandgrove.aspx Mulberry Pool 424 W. Mulberry St., FC, 221-6657 www.fcgov.com/recreation/ mulberrypool.php Winona Outdoor Pool 1615 SE 4th St., LV, 970-9622435, www.ci.loveland.co.us/ index.aspx?page=231

TENNIS

City Park Tennis Courts 1500 W. Mulberry St., FC, 4847665, www.fcgov.com/parks/map Edge Sports Center, Inc. 4450 Denrose Ct., FC, 472-0048 www.edgesportscenter.com Lewis Tennis School Rolland Moore Park, 2201 S. Shields St., FC, 493-7000 www.lewistennis.com Rolland Moore Racquet Complex 2201 S. Shields St., FC, 970493-7000, www.fcgov.com/ recreation/racquet-complex.php

Lambspun 1101 E. Lincoln Ave., FC, 4841998, www.lambspun.com Yarns and fibers, weaving supplies, books, classes, specialty items.

PAINTING

Coco Artist Studio 11 Old Town Square, Ste. 121-A, FC, 430-5113 www.cocoartiststudio.com Gadabout Art Various locations, FC, 719-2291159, www.gadaboutart.com Juiced on Imagination 115 N. College Ave., Ste. 200, FC, 301-9695, 1349 Cleveland Ave., LV, 301-9695, www. juicedonimagination.com Mona Lisa & Me 20 S. Parish, Johnstown, 6859385, www.monalisaandme.com Picasso & Wine 1555 Main St., A-6, WS, 4600833, www.picassoandwine.com Pinot’s Palette 159 W. Mountain Ave., FC, 2142508, www.pinotspalette.com/ FortCollins Studio Vino 426 N. Lincoln Ave., LV, 6229632, www.studiovino.biz

Scrumptious Yarns and a fabulous staff to help you with all your knitting needs.

1408 West Mountain Ave. Fort Collins (970) 407-1461 mysisterknits.com Hours: Tues. 10 am to 8 pm , Wed. - Sat. 10 am to 5 pm .

You May Not Need New Hearing Devices,

Just The Right Audiologist

Call us today for a Complementary Consultation

All patients are not the same so we work with most manufacturers to find the best product for your particular hearing loss. It’s so easy to over purchase hearing devices, at Audiology Associates, we learn your lifestyle and specific needs to insure that you use all of the benefits you pay for in today’s hearing devices.

Why settle for less than the best, most experienced, doctoral-level audiologist in Colorado?

12 months same-as-cash FINANCING AVAILABLE

ROBERT M. TRAYNOR, Ed.D., Audiologist Fellow, American Academy of Audiology Certified, American Board of Audiology Certified, Am. Speech Language Hearing Assn.

Adjunct Professor Audiology, CU- Boulder, UNC, and Univ. of Florida Past President, Colorado Academy of Audiology

Colorado’s Oldest Audiology/Hearing Aid Practice – Since 1972

970-352-2881 or 877-499-HEAR 4675 West 20th Street Road | Greeley | www.hearingtime.com |

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Showcase Art Center 1335 8th Ave., GR, 356-8593 www.greeleyartassociation.org/ classes.html

POTTERY

Northern Colorado Potters Guild 209 Christman Dr., FC, 416-5979 www.coloradopottery.org Smokestack Pottery 119 E. Lincoln Ave., FC, 4848183, www.smokestackpottery. com The Pottery Studio 1541 W. Oak St., FC, 970221-6644, www.fcgov.com/ recreation/potterystudio.php The Clay Center of Northern Colorado 1024 6th Ave., GR, 590-1561 www.claycenternc.com

QUILTING & SEWING

Jukebox Quilts 406 N. College, FC, 224-9975, www.jukeboxquilts.com The Fig Leaf: Fabrics & Notions 2834 S. College Ave., FC, 4951766, www.thefigleafquilting. com Old Town Quilting 916 Akin Ave., FC, 217-3483 www.oldtownquilting.com Sew What? Inc. 1817 E. Mulberry St., FC, 4827681, www.fortfabrics.com Quilter’s Stash 1180 W. Ash St., Ste 100, WS, 686-5657, www.quilterstash.com Sew Downtown 824 9th St., GR, 352-9230 www.sewdowntown.com Laughing Ladies Quilting 349 Massachessetts Ave., Berthoud, 532-2130 www.laughingladiesquilting.com

STAINED GLASS

KDD Fused Glass 2601 Platte Pl., FC, 223-3778 www.kddfusedglass.com

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Northern Colorado Stained Glass Supply 3000 N. Overland Tr., LaPorte 482-7655 www.ncstainedglass.com

ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT CINEMA CAFES

Lyric Cinema Café 300 E. Mountain Ave., FC 493-0893 www.lyriccinemacafe.com The Kress Cinema & Lounge 817 8th Ave., GR 515-5717 www.kresscinema.com

DINNER THEATERS

Candlelight Dinner Playhouse 4747 Marketplace Dr., John­ stown, 744-3747 www.coloradocandlelight.com Midtown Arts Center 3750 S. Mason St., FC 225-2555 www.midtownartscenter.com

MUSEUMS

Fort Collins Museum of Discovery 408 Mason Ct., FC, 416-2236 www.fcmod.org Collections and exhibits explore northern Colorado history; hands-on science education and experiences.

Fort Collins Museum of Art 201 S. College Ave., FC 482-2787 www.ftcma.org Exhibitions, events, publications, educational programs to foster learn­ ing, interaction and personal inquiry.

Global Village Museum of Arts & Cultures 200 W Mountain Ave 221-4600 www.globalvillagemusem.org Art collections and activities to promote international understanding.

Dental Care

for the whole family

• Friendly and Compassionate Staff

New Patient Gift $29.95

CLEANING, X-RAYS AND EXAM

FREE

• Emergency Appointments Welcome • 24-hour Emergency Line • Insurance and Flexible Financing • Dentures and Implants

TEETH WHITENING (with completed treatment plan)

Valid in the absence of gum disease • Cannot be combined with any other offer • Call for details

970-744-2345 • 274 East 29th Street

LovelandDentistryandDentures.com

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Loveland Museum/Gallery 503 N. Lincoln, LV, 962-2410 www.cityofloveland.org Collects, preserves and interprets Loveland history through art/his­tory exhibits, programs and events.

Greeley Museum 714 8th St., GR, 350-9220 www.greeleymuseums.com Four museums explore the High Plains with special events, pro­ grams, exhibits, tours.

PERFORMANCE VENUES

Bas Bleu Theatre Company 416 Pine St., FC, 498-8949 www.basbleu.org

Budweiser Event Center – The Ranch 5290 Arena Circle, LV, 970-619-4100 www.budweisereventcenter.com

Applicants must be at least 62 years of age with an annual income of or below $25,750 for one person or $29,400 for two people. Harvest Pointe is a non-smoking community.

Section 504 Coordinator: Stuart Hartman, VP - Operations, FPM, Inc. 911 N Studebaker Road, Long Beach CA 90815, 562-275-5100. TDD 800-545-1833 x 359.

Lincoln Center 417 W. Magnolia St., FC, 2216730, www.lctix.com Local, regional, and national enter­tainment: Broadway musicals, com­edy, concerts, dance plays, more.

Rialto Theater 228 E. Fourth St., LV, 962-2120 www.ci.loveland.co.us/rialto Music, theater, film, community events; national touring performers, local groups, and independent films.

Carpet • Wood • Granite Slabs • Tile • Natural Stones

Single Rooms, Remodels and New Construction Free Competitive Estimates Quality Products For All Budgets Open to the Public Hours: Monday—Friday 10—5 AND ANYTIME BY APPOINTMENT

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Union Colony Civic Center 701 10th Ave., GR, 356-5000 www.ucstars.com Local, regional, and national enter­ tainment: Broadway musicals, com­edy, concerts, dance plays, and so much more.

BEAUTY/SPA HAIR REMOVAL

Screamin’ Peach Waxing Studio 638 S College Ave. ,970-224-2930 4414 S College Ave., 970-224-2936 www.screaminpeach.com Professional waxing for athletes of all ages. See ad page 51.

Total Vein Care 1136 E. Stuart St. #4102, FC 498-8346 www.total vein.net Specialists in disorders of the lower extremity; varicose & spider veins.

EDUCATION

CONTINUING EDUCATION CSU Online Plus Colorado State University 970-491-7753, CSUOsher.com A lifelong institute dedicated to designed for those who are fifty and better. See ad page 45.

FITNESS

GENERAL FITNESS

Anytime Fitness 324 W. 37th St., LV, 203-0800 www.anytimefitness.com/ gyms/1380/loveland-co-80538 Aspen Club, Senior Services 1224 Doctors Lane, FC, 4958560, 2000 16th St., Ste. 3, GR www.pvhs.org/aspenclub Fort Collins Club 1307 E. Prospect Rd., FC 224-2582, www.fortcollinsclub.net Fort Collins Senior Center 1200 Raintree Dr., FC, 221-6644 www.fcgov.com/recreation/ seniorcenter Encouraging adults to enrich their lives through activity and knowledge.

Hatfield Chilson Recreation 700 E. 4th St., LV, 962-2386 www.ci.loveland.co.us/index. aspx?page=265.

Lifestyle Centre Health Club 802 W. Drake Rd., Ste. 133 FC, 494-6446 www.columbinehealth.com Comprehensive wellness program encouraging life-long commitment to a healthy lifestyle.

See ad page 4.

Loveland Athletic Club 1000 S. Lincoln Ave., LV, 663-4009 www.lovelandathleticclub.com

Now Offering Adult Riding Lessons • Beginner Riders • Returning to the Saddle • Leases and Partial Leases Available

“My experience at Inspiration Riding Academy was magical. It felt great to be back in the saddle and I couldn’t have asked for a better teacher or trusty school-horse: Princess.

Stefanie is a fantastic trainer and communicated in a calm and encouraging way which really brought out the best rider in me. You will feel safe and confident with Stefanie in no time, her years of equestrian experience make her the ideal trainer.”

—Amanda Anderson (with Princess)

Teaching Hunter Jumper lessons to riders of all ages!

Lesson Horses available • Call today to discuss your training goals Stefanie Hoffman, Owner/Instructor

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970.402.2536 • inspirationridingacademy.com

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Miramont Lifestyle Fitness South: 901 Oakridge Dr., FC, 282-1000; North: 1800 Heath Parkway, FC, 672-4219; Central: 2211 S. College Ave., FC, 2252233; Centerra: 3755 Precision Dr., Ste 100, LV, 744-5005 www.miramontlifestyle.com Raintree Athletic Club 2555 S. Shields St., FC, 490-1300 www.raintreeathleticclub.com Silver Sneakers www.silversneakers.com SNAP Fitness 201 South Elm, Eaton, 454-3741 www.Snapfitness.com/eaton Twenty-four hour fitness welcoming active adults of all ages. See ad page 31.

The Conditioning Spa 2640 11th Ave., GR, 352-0974 www.conditioningspa.com The Other Club 1227 Riverside Ave., FC, 2214FIT, TheOtherClubFitness.com Yoga, personalized fitness and training in Fort Collins most accommodating setting.

Work Out West 5701 W. 20th St., GR, 330-9691 www.workoutwest.com

PILATES

b. Pilates 1022 S. College Ave., FC, 8196763, www.bpilatesfortcollins.com Perk! Pilates Fitness 351 Linden St., Ste. 100B, FC 481-8474, www.perkpf.com Powerhouse Pilates 108 E. Monroe Dr., FC, 556-4589 www.prhspilates.com The Yoga Pilates Center 1307 E. Prospect Rd., FC, 2242582, www.fortcollinsclub.net/ yoga.php

YOGA

Bikram Yoga Fort Collins 5112 S. College Ave., Ste. C, FC, 472-5700, www.bikramyogafc.com

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Bikram Yoga Greeley 2343 W. 27th St., Ste. 505, GR, 339-9101 www.bikramyogagreeley.com Fort Collins Yoga CoOp www.fortcollinsyogacoop.org Loveland Yoga Core Fitness 100 E. 3rd St., LV, 292-8313 www.lovelandyogacorefitness.com Mindstream Yoga 2733 Council Tree Ave., #129, FC, 266-9642 www.mindstreamyoga.com Old Town Yoga 237 Jefferson St., FC, 222-2777 www.oldtownyoga.com Om Ananda Yoga 115 N. College Ave., Ste. 200, FC, 488-9192, www.omanandayoga.com Sacred Space Yoga 1616 14th St., GR, 515-6821 www.ssyoga.com Yoga Luna 206 E. 4th St., LV, 690-7909 www.yogalunaloveland.com

FOOD & BEVERAGE

BREWERY TOURS

Budweiser Brewery Tours 2351 Busch Dr., FC, 490-4691 www.budweisertours.com New Belgium Brewery 500 Linden St., FC, 221-0524 www.newbelgium.com Odell Brewing Company 800 E. Lincoln Ave., FC, 4989070, www.odellbrewing.com

COOKING CLASSES

Come Back to the Table 725 E. Mulberry St., FC 407-8828 www.comebacktothetable.com/ cooking-classes Foodies Culinary Academy 4206 S. College Ave., #108, FC, 226-2665, www.foodiescca.com The Cupboard 152 S. College Ave., FC 493-8585, www.thecupboard. net/cooking-classes

Get Ready to Show Those Toes SUMMER IS JUST around the corner! It’s the season for hiking, biking, golf and tennis, not to mention backyard barbecues, pool time and vacations. All winter long your feet have been hidden away in boots and (admit it) just a bit neglected. However, as warm weather arrives, it’s a good idea to give your feet a little extra TLC. Break out the flip-flops and sandals. We’ve created a list of steps you can follow to get your feet ready for summer.

• Enjoy a good soak. Fill a bowl with warm water and place your feet in it for 10 to 20 minutes. Scented oils or Epsom salts can be added to the water if desired, however, warm water by itself is enough to soften and smooth your skin.

• Exfoliate. During the winter months feet tend to dry out and skin can become flaky and callused. It’s helpful to exfoliate your feet regularly. A great way to do this is with a sugar scrub, foot file or pumice stone.

Gently smooth away any dead skin or calluses.

• Moisturize Daily. Use a heavy moisturizing cream

daily. Creams that have Urea will be most effective in combating those thick callused heels that tend to crack. For unusually dry skin, slip on a pair of socks after applying the cream to help increase absorption.

• Keep Nails Trimmed. A polished pedicure looks and feels great! Keep in mind, salon pedicures are meant only for aesthetics and should not substitute for a visit to your podiatrist. A salon technician should never shave corns and calluses, and ingrown toenails need to be treated by a podiatrist to avoid infection and recurrence.

• Beware of Fungal Infections. Athlete’s foot and toenail fungus can be embarrassing and uncomfortable. See your podiatrist if you have thick, discolored nails or skin that appears dry, scaly, rash-like or itches. Fungal infections can worsen over time and spread, so the sooner treatment begins the better.

• Keep Sweat and Odor Away. Moisture in shoes can expose you to fungal and bacterial infections. Rotating your shoes allows them to air out and dry completely between use. For excessively sweaty feet, an over the counter antiperspirant with aluminum chloride can be used daily on the skin.

• Slow and Steady. A sudden increase in activity and change in shoe gear can subject feet to overuse injuries. Gradually increase physical activity and stagger your light weight shoes and sandals with more supportive shoes. This allows the feet to acclimate, thereby avoiding problems of heel pain, tendinitis, cramps, sprains and fractures.

• Be Foot Smart. If you have diabetes, neuropathy or poor circulation, consult with your podiatrist to discuss any special precautions you might need to take to get your feet ready for summer.

For all of your foot and ankle related healthcare needs feel free to contact our office for an appointment.

Kate Johnson DPM is a board qualified podiatrist practicing at A STEP AHEAD FOOT & ANKLE CENTER, in Loveland and Fort Collins, along with Michael Burns DPM, Robert Schulte DPM and Chad Knutsen DPM. Currently accepting new patients.

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Sweetheart City Wines, LLC LV, 744-4907 www.sweetheartcitywines.com Ten Bears Winery Taste Room, 114 N. College Ave., FC, 484-8101, Winery, 5215 Ten Bears Ct., LaPorte, 566-4043 www.tenbearswinery.com The Cellar 3600 Mitchell Dr., Ste. 90, FC 223-1555, www.thecellarfc.com Vintages—Your personal winery 120 W. Olive St., FC, 484-9813 www.vintageswine.com Custom-made fine wines at reason­able prices with customer’s own label.

Wilbur’s Total Beverage 2201 S. College Ave., FC, 226-8662 www.wilburstotalbeverage.com See ad page 29.

Salud! Cooking School Whole Foods, 2201 S. College Ave., FC, 267-9200 www.wholefoodsmarket.com/ stores/fortcollins

DELIVERY SERVICES

Meals on Wheels Fort Collins 1217 E. Elizabeth St., Ste. 11, FC 484-6325, www.fcmow.org Nutritious meals, friendly conver­ sation, and well-being check on each delivery day.

Meals on Wheels of Greeley & Weld County 2131 9th St., GR, 353-9738 www.mealsonwheelsgreeley.com Delivers hot, nutritionally bal­ anced meals to people in their homes in Weld county.

Meals on Wheels of Loveland and Berthoud 437 N. Garfield, LV, 667-0311 www.lovelandmealsonwheels.org

FARMERS’ MARKETS

City of Loveland Farmers’ Market 700 S. Railroad Ave., LV, 970962-2727, www.cityofloveland. org/index.aspx?page=686 Drake Road Farmers’ Market 802 W. Drake, FC, 970-218-5521 www.drakeroadfarmersmarket.com 48 |

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Fort Collins Farmers’ Market 215 E. Foothills Pkwy., FC, 970495-4889, www.fortcollinsfm.com Greeley Farmers’ Market 902 7th Ave., GR, 970-350-9783 www.greeleygov.com/ CommunityDevelopment/ FarmersMarket.aspx

King Soopers Home Shop Delivery Service 405 Canyon Ave., FC, 472-9630 LV, 800-677-5464, www.larimer. co.networkofcare.org RSVP Weld County: Grocery Shopping and Delivery 351-2588, www.coseniorcorps.org

Larimer County Farmers’ Market 200 W. Oak St., FC, 498-6000 www.fortcollinsfarmersmarkets.com

Safeway Grocery Delivery 877-723-3929 www.shop.safeway.com

Loveland Farmers’ Market N. Garfield & Orchards (Hobby Lobby Parking Lot), LV, 970-4954889, www.fortcollinsfm.com

MAKE YOUR OWN

Winter Farmers’ Market Opera Galleria, 123 N. College Ave., FC, www. downtownfortcollins.com/events/ winter-farmers-market Zippity Zoo Farmers’ Market & Boutique 6921 Ridge Valley Ct., LV, 970231-6444, www.alpacarancher.net

GROCERY SHOPPING ASSISTANCE

City of Loveland COLT Minibus 318 N. Garfield Ave., LV, 9622700, www.ci.loveland.co.us

Hops and Berries 130 W. Olive St., Unit B, FC, 493-2484, 1833 E. Harmony Rd., Unit 16, FC, 493-2484, www. hopsandberries.com Vintages—Your personal winery 120 W. Olive St., FC 484-9813, www.vintageswine.com Warhammer Supply 1112 Monroe Ave., LV, 635-2602 www.warhammersupply.com

WINE TASTING

Blue Mountain Vineyards Berthoud, CO, 303-532-6104 www.coloradobluemountain.com Blue Skies Winery 251 Jefferson St., FC, 407-9463 www.blueskieswinery.com

MUNICIPAL SUPPORT

CITY SERVICES

City of Fort Collins 215 N. Mason St., FC, 221-6207 www.fcgov.com City of Greeley 1000 10th St., GR, 350-9710 www.greeleygov.com City of Loveland 500 E. 3rd St., LV, 962-2727 www.ci.loveland.co.us Downtown Fort Collins 19 Old Town Square, FC, 484-6500 www.downtownfortcollins.com Town of Berthoud Town Hall, 328 Massachusetts Ave., Berthoud, 532-2643 www.berthoud.org

LIBRARIES

Poudre River Public Library District www.poudrelibraries.org Old Town Library 201 Peterson St., FC, 221-6740 Harmony Library 4616 S. Shields St., FC 221-6740 Council Tree Library 2733 Council Tree Ave., FC 221-6740

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Fort Collins Rescue Mission 316 Jefferson St., FC, 224-4302 www.fortcollinsrescuemission.org Larimer County Landfill 5887 S. Taft Hill Rd., FC 970-498-5772 www.larimer.org/solidwaste/ftc.htm See ad page 31.

Larimer County: Natural Resources Volunteer Program 1800 S. CR 31, LV 619-4552 www.larimer.org/nrvolunteer Loveland Museum/ Gallery 503 N. Loveland Ave., LV, 9622410, www.cityofloveland.org Meals on Wheels Fort Collins 1217 E. Elizabeth #11, FC 484-6325 www.fcmow.org

High Plains Library District www.mylibrary.us Centennial Park Library 2227 23rd Ave., GR 970-506-8622 Farr Regional Library 1939 61st Ave., GR 970-506-8500 Lincoln Park Library 919 7th St., GR, 970-506-8622.

See ad page 43.

Clearview Library District www.clearviewlibrary.org Windsor-Severance Library 720 3rd St., Windsor, 686-5603 Loveland Public Library 300 N. Adams Ave., LV 970-962-2665, www. lovelandpubliclibrary.org

SENIOR CENTERS

Berthoud Senior Center 248 Welch Ave., Berthoud 532-2730

Fort Collins Senior Center 1200 Raintree Dr., FC, 221-6644 www.fcgov.com/recreation/ seniorcenter Encouraging adults to enrich their lives through activity and knowledge.

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Greeley Senior Activity Center 1010 6th St., GR 350-9440 www.greeleygov.com/recreation/ SeniorCenter.aspx Special events, travel programs, sports & tournaments, classes, games, nutritional lunches.

Loveland Chilson Senior Center 700 E. Fourth St., LV 962-2783 www.ci.loveland.co.us Variety of programming opportu足 nities for older adults.

Windsor Community Recreation Center 250 N. 11th St., WS 674-3500 www.windsorgov.com Windsor Community Recreation Center offers numerous activities and trips for seniors to enjoy.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

Boys & Girls Club of Larimer County 103 Smokey St., FC 223-1709 www.begreatlarimer.org

Boys & Girls Club of Weld County 2400 1st Ave., GR, 353-1278 www.bgcweld.org City of Fort Collins: Parks and Trails FC, 221-6660 www.fcgov.com/parks/trails.php Colorado Welcome Center 3745 E. Prospect Rd., FC 491-3583 www.colorado.com/officialcolorado-welcome-centers Food Bank for Larimer County 1301 Blue Spruce Dr., FC 493-4477 www.foodbanklarimer.org Fort Collins Bike Library 250 N. Mason Ave., FC 970-419-1050 www.fcbikelibrary.org Fort Collins Museum of Art 201 S. College Ave., FC 482-2787 www.ftcma.org Fort Collins Museum of Discovery 408 Mason Ct., FC 221-6738 www.fcmod.org

Poudre River Public Library District Old Town Library, 201 Peterson St., FC, 970-221-6740 www.poudrelibraries.org Poudre Wilderness Volunteers www.poudrewilderness volunteers.org/trails Realities for Children 1610 S. College Ave., FC 970-484-9090 www.realitiesforchildren.com See ad page 19.

Rialto Theater Center 228 E. 4th St., LV, 962-2120 www.cityofloveland.org United Way of Larimer County 424 Pine St., FC 407-7000 www.uwaylc.org United Way of Weld County 814 9th St., GR 353-4300 www.unitedway-weld.org Weld Food Bank 1108 H St., GR 356-2199 www.weldfoodbank.org

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DIRECTORY Caregiving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 adult daycare and respite care, home health support, hospice care, information, infusion therapy, mental health & counseling, personal alert systems

Healthcare . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 allergy, cancer treatment, care management, dental, elder abuse, foot & ankle clinics, geriatric care, health clinics, health insurance, health promotion, hearing, heart care, internal medicine, infusion therapy, medical centers, medical equipment & supplies, neurology, nutrition, ob/ gyn, orthopedic care, pain management, physical therapy, prescription assistance, rehabilitation services, spine care, surgery, urgent care, vision

CAREGIVING

ADULT DAYCARE AND RESPITE CARE

Clare Bridge Cottage of Fort Collins (Alzheimer’s Care) 1008 Rule Dr., FC, 877-772-8386 www.brookdaleliving.com Eldergarden Adult Day Care 910 27th Ave., GR, 353-5003 www.eldergarden.org Elderhaus Adult Day Programs 605 S. Shields St., FC, 221-0406 www.elderhaus.org New Mercer Commons 900 Centre Ave., FC, 495-1000 www.columbine health.com. See ad page 4.

ResCare 5400 West 11 th St., GR 330-3349, www.rescare.com Provides quality residential, supported living, and day programs services.

Stepping Stones Adult Day Progam @ McKee Medical Center 2000 N. Lincoln Ave., LV, 669-7069, www.bannerhealth.com

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Sterling House of Fort Collins 1002 Rule Dr., FC, 877-713-0951 www.brookdaleliving.com Sterling House of Loveland 2895 N. Empire, LV, 877-7130989, www.brookdaleliving.com Sterling House at the Orchards 215 Shupe Cir., LV, 877-7129909, www.brookdaleliving.com Sterling House of Greeley 1999 W. 38th Ave., GR 877-713-0958 www.brookdaleliving.com

HOME HEALTH SUPPORT

Accent Care 1180 Main St., Ste. 9, WS 346-9700, www.accentcare.com Advanced Home Healthcare, LLC 1730 S. College Ave., Ste. 304, FC, 493-8500 Aegin Place 313-3291, www.aeginplace.com/ colorado.php All Heart Home Care 1635 Foxtrail Dr., LV, 776-4330 www.allhearthomecare.com Banner Home Care – McKee Medical 669-4435, www.bannerhealth.com

Bloom at Home 1455 Main Street, WS, 460-9200, www. columbinehealth. com/bloom, See ad page 4.

BrightStar Healthcare 4200 N. Garfield, LV, 667-7778 www.brightstarcare.com Home medical care & support 24/7 with no deposits, contracts or minimums. Use services as needed.

Care Pathways www.carepathways.com Caring Hearts Home Health Care, LLC 6801 W. 20th St. Ste. 207, GR 378-1409, www. caringheartshh.com Columbine Poudre Home Care 915 Centre Ave. Ste 2., FC 482-5096, 1455 Main Street, WS 460-9200 www.columbinehealth.com High-quality, efficient, convenient and cost-effective healthcare in the homes of patients. See ad page 4.

Comfort Keepers 1218 W. Ash St. Ste. L, WS 303-447-2008 www.comfortkeepers.com Eldercare Network 495-3442, www.eldercarenet.org Evergreen Home Health Care 301 N. Howes St., Ste. 110, FC 416-6481, www.evergreenhhc.com Family Care Connection 223-9026 www.familycareconnection.com Family Link 720-266-2791 www.familylinkcolorado.org Good Samaritan Society 226-4909, FC 669-3100, LV 352-6082, GR www.good-sam.com Home Instead Senior Care 3711 JFK Pkwy., FC, 494-0289 www.homeinstead.com Wide variety of senior care ser­ vices, resources and support delivered to the home.

Homewatch Care Givers 1220 W. Ash St. Ste. C, WS 674-9723 www.homewatchcaregivers.com

Interim Home Style Services 2000 Vermont Dr., Ste. 100, FC 472-4180 www.interimhealthcare.com Maxim Healthcare Services 702 W. Drake St., Bldg. F, Ste A FC,493-9300 www.maximhomecare.com In-home nursing care, rehabilita­ tion, and support services.

Preferred Home Health 6865 Sherman St., LV, 776-1970 www.phhco.com Right at Home 494-1111 www.ncolorado.rightathome.net RVNA Home Health Care 107 Cameron Dr., FC, 225-9399 www.rvna.info Senior Helpers 1051 6th St., GR, 667-6400 www.seniorhelpers.com/noco Seniors Helping Seniors 631-8215 www.seniorshelpingseniors.com Touchstone Home Health 5312 W. 9th St. Dr., Ste. 120, GR 356-3922 www.touchstonehomehealth.com

INFORMATION

Alzheimer’s Association 415 Peterson St., FC, 472-9798 3001 8th Ave., #100, Evans 392-9202, www.alz.org/co Programs and services that sup­ port families, enhance care and support those affected.

Connections for Independent Living 1331 8th Ave., GR, 352-8682 www.connectionsforindependent living.org Eldercare Locator (National) 800-677-1116 www.eldercare.gov

Alzheimer’s Association 24/7 Contact Helpline 800-272-3900, www.alz.org

Grandparents Support Group in Greeley 353-6433 or 346-6952

Aging Center of the Rockies 149 W. Harvard, Ste. 201, FC 631-7133 Provides in-home or office-setting counseling on a sliding scale. Online assessment tools are offered to help detect mental health concerns associated with aging.

Hispanic Elderly Outreach Program 353-6433, www.co.weld.co.us

American Cancer Society 8221 W. 20th St., Ste. A, GR 356-9727 www.cancer.org Answers on Aging (Senior Hotline) United Way, 407-7066 www.uwaylc.org

Larimer County Office on Aging 2601 Midpoint Dr., Ste. 112, FC 498-7750, www.larimer.org/ seniors Seniors Resource Guide www.seniorsresourceguide.com Volunteers of America Senior Resource 472-9630, www.voacolorado.org Weld County Area Agency on Aging 315 C N. 11th Ave., GR, 346-6950

INFUSION THERAPY

Poudre Infusion Therapy 1455 Main Street, WS, 460-9208 www.columbine health.com.

MENTAL HEALTH & COUNSELING

24-Hour Crisis Helpline 221-2114 www.touchstonehealthpartners.org Adult and Primary Care Clinic 1250 N. Wilson Ave., LV, 494-9870 www.touchstonehealthpartners.org Alliance for Suicide Prevention 315 E. 7th St., LV, 635-9301 www.suicideresourcecenter.org Centennial Peaks Hospital 2255 S. 88th St., Louisville 303-673-9990 www.centennialpeaks.com Connections for Independent Living 1331 8th Ave., GR, 352-8682 www.connectionsforindependent living.org

Visiting Angels 5441 Boeing Dr., Ste. 200, LV 2925668, www.visitingangels.com

HOSPICE CARE

Front Range Hospice 685 Briggs St., Ste. 200, Erie 776-8080 or 303-957-8080 www.frontrangehospice.com State-of-the-art in-home hospice care. See ad page 18.

Hospice of Northern Colorado 1801 16th St., GR, 475-0041 www.hospiceofnortherncolorado.org See ad page 41.

Pathways Hospice Community Care for Northern Colorado 305 Carpenter Rd., FC 663-3500, www.pathways-care. org, Compassionate, excellent, compre­hensive care for those who have an advanced condition.

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Larimer Center for Mental Health 525 W. Oak St., FC, 494-4300 www.touchstonehealthpartners.org

Caring Solutions 24/7 Alert 1713 Trailwood Dr., FC, 206-9595 www.larimer.co.networkofcare.org

Loveland Counseling Connections (Information and Referral) 450 Cleveland Ave., LV, 461-8944 www.touchstonehealthpartners.org

CLR Medical and Security Systems, Inc 2115 Cape Hatteras Dr., WS 877-813-8310 www.uslocalmedical.com

North Range Behavioral Health 1300 N. 17th Ave., GR, 347-2120 www.northrange.org.

Sister Mary Alice Murphy Center for Hope 242 Conifer St., FC, 494-9940 www.touchstonehealthpartners.org Spirit Crossing Clubhouse 125 Crestridge St., FC, 493-4051 www.touchstonehealthpartners.org Veterans Clinic 2509 Research Blvd., FC 224-1550, www.va.gov

PERSONAL ALERT SYSTEMS

Banner Lifeline LV, 669-0959, GR, 378-4743 or 877-493-8109 www.bannerhealth.com

Guardian Medical Monitoring 877-435-7225 www.guardianmedicalmonitoring.com Interim Health Care of Fort Collins 877-435-7225 www.interimhealthcare.com Life Fone 877-849-8611 or 800-882-2280 www.lifefone.com Life Response 800-921-2008 www. liferesponseusa.com Life Station 800-554-4600, www.lifestation.com Mountain Home Medical www.mthommed.com Philips Lifeline 800-480-9644 www.lifelinesys.com Response Link 888-229-8488 www.responselink.com

HEALTHCARE ALLERGY

Banner Health Clinic 2923 Ginnala Dr., LV, 669-6660 608 E. Harmony Rd. Ste. 101, FC 498-9226, www.bannerhealth.com Colorado Allergy and Asthma Centers 1136 E. Stuart St., Bldg 3, Ste. 3200, FC, 221-1681, 7251 W. 20th St., Bldg. N, Ste 1 GR, 3563907, www.coloradoallergy.com Specializing in allergies, asthma and eczema treatment.

CANCER TREATMENT Cancer Center of the Rockies 2121 E. Harmony Rd. Ste. 150, FC 493-6337, www.pvhs.org Diagnosis, care and treatment of patients with malignancies and/or blood disorders. See ad page 64.

Front Range Cancer Specialists 2315 E. Harmony Rd. Ste. 110, FC, 212-7600, www.pvhs.org Diagnosis, surgery, chemothera­ py, radiation or a combination of other complementary therapies.

See ad page 64.

Greeley Medical Clinic Oncology and Hematology 1675 18th Ave., GR, 347-5780 www.pvhs.org Diagnosis, surgery, chemothera­ py, radiation or a combination of other complementary therapies.

See ad page 64.

Loveland Oncology and Hematology 2975 Ginnala Dr., LV 667-7870, www.pvhs.org Diagnosis, individualized treat­ment plans, and comprehensive therapy specializing in chemo­therapy and infusion. See ad page 64.

Medical Clinic at Centerra Oncology and Hematology 2500 Rocky Mountain Ave. LV, 203-7083, www.pvhs.org Diagnosis, surgery, chemothera­ py, radiation or a combination of other complementary therapies.

See ad page 64.

CARE MANAGEMENT

Adult Resources for Care and Help (ARCH) Larimer County FC, 498-7757 www.larimer.org/seniors/arch.htm American Elder Advocates, LLC www.americanelderadvocates.org Catholic Charities Northern Senior Outreach (no cost) FC, 484-5010, 1442 N. 11th Ave. GR, 353-6433, www.ccdenver.org Consultants for Aging Families, LLC 743 St. Andrew’s Pl., LV 498-0730, www.agingfamilies.net Disabled Resource Services (no cost) 1017 Robertson St., Unit B, FC 482-2700 640 E. Eisenhower Blvd., LV 667-0816 www.disabledresourceservices.org Forget-Me-Not Senior Services FC, 218-8785 www.fmnseniors.com

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New lens technology helps correct a basic problem experienced by those with macular degeneration.

R

ecently developed new E-Scoop lenses from Holland now enable doctors to help patients with one of the chief complaints associated with macular degeneration—cloudy vision.

Dr. Stamm, a low vision optometrist servicing Nebraska and the Greater Denver area, and is a member of the International Academy of Low Vision Specialists (IALVS), offers new hope and vision.

“Macular degeneration not only causes central blind spots but reduces clarity,” says Dr. Stamm.

“Most of my patients ask me for clearer vision.”

Glasses that use the new technology bridge the gap between standard eyeglasses and spectacle head-borne telescopes. Whether your difficulty is night driving, bright light, sunlight or simply seeing clearly into the distance, the E-Scoop lens placed over a standard eyeglass prescription can help.

By combining six different optical properties into a two-lens system, vision can often be enhanced. “We start with the patient’s prescription and then add prism to move the image to a healthy seeing part of the macula,” said Dr. Stamm.

• The lens has five distinct features that make vision clearer and sharper, with reduced glare: • The prism moves the image away from the damaged macular area.

• The low vision prescription ensures that patients’ needs are met.

• The yellow tint improves contrast.

• The thickness of the lens, combined with the special “base” curve, makes objects appear slightly larger.

• The anti-reflection coating allows more light through the lens.

E-Scoop lenses provide some magnification by using a combination of special lens curvature and thickness. The lenses also incorporate a custom yellow filter and anti-reflective coatings. Dr. Stamm reports, “This is an example of two lenses definitely being better than one.”

MACULAR DEGENERATION Macular Degeneration is the leading cause of legal blindness and reading impairment in the country. Individuals with Macular Degeneration have difficulty seeing well enough to do activities

that require fine detail vision like reading, driving, recognizing faces, and watching television.

E-Scoop lenses can help vision by improving clarity for some people. “These lenses cannot make vision perfect, but they do make things better,” said Dr. Stamm.

“They also assist with night driving and glare reduction.”

ABOUT DR. STAMM Dr. Robert Stamm received his bachelor›s degree in biology from Nebraska Wesleyan University and his doctor of Optometry degree from Illinois College of Optometry where he specialized in retinal disease, contact lens fittings, and low vision.

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Legacy Services, LLC 1724 Silvergate Rd., FC, 488-1275 www.legacygcm.com Options for Long Term Care (OLTC) Larimer County 1501 Blue Spruce Dr., FC 498-7780, www.larimer.org/dhs/ adultservices/oltc.htm Patient Navigation Program 2121 E. Harmony Rd., Ste. 330, FC, 297-6165

Poudre Valley Hospital PVHS Community Case Management 1024 S. Lemay Ave., FC 495-8554, www.pvhs.com See ad page 64.

Seniors in Transition, LLC 2627 Pasquinel Dr., FC 204-6977, www.seniorsintrans.com

DENTAL

Donated Dental Services 800-466-8129 www.seriousillness.org Family Dental Clinic – Health District of Northern Larimer County 202 Bristlecone Dr., FC 416-5331, www.healthdistrict.org Front Range Dentures 1525 Riverside, Suite B, FC 493-9001 Affordable dentures, denture repair, tooth extraction, dental implants, bridges, complete den­tistry services. See ad page 6.

Loveland Dentistry and Dentures 274 E. 29th St., LV 970-744-2345, www.LovelandDentistry andDentures.com Offering comfortable and caring dentistry and dentures to northern Colorado. See ad page 43.

Women’s Resource Center 424 Pine St., FC 484-1902 www.womens-resource.org

ELDER ABUSE

AARP ElderWatch (fraud assistance), www.aarp.org

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Adult Protective Services (APS) Larimer County 2555 Midpoint Dr., Ste. F, FC 498-7770, www.larimer.org/dhs/ adultservices/aps.htm Alternatives to Violence 313 E. 4th St., LV, 669-5150 www.alternativestoviolence.org

Crossroads Safehouse 316 W. Olive St., FC, 482-3535 www.crossroadssafehouse.org

Elder Abuse Reporting 6801 W. 20th St., Ste. 207, GR 352-1551x6211, www.co.weld.co.us

Elder Abuse Education 6801 W. 20th St., Ste. 207, GR 353-3800x3324, www.co.weld.co.us

Long Term Care Larimer County 498-7754 SAVA (Sexual Assault Victim Advocate) 331 S. Meldrum St., FC, 472-4204 www.savacenter.org

FOOT & ANKLE CLINICS

A Step Ahead Foot & Ankle Center 3850 N. Grant, Ste. 130, LV 667-0769, 2001 S. Shields, Bldg. F, FC, 493-4660, www.asafoot.com Treats ankle pain, bunions, corns & callouses, fractures & sprains, hammertoes, heel pain, orthotics, more. See ad page 7.

Anderson Podiatry Center 1355 Riverside Ave., Ste. 6, FC 484-4620, www.anderson podiatrycenter.com. Helping to heal the foundation of the human body.

Poudre Valley Foot & Ankle Clinic 1355 Riverside Ave., Ste., C, FC 484-4620, www.pvfac.com Foot care and surgical center.

Neuropathy treatment, laser treatment for fungal nails.

GERIATRIC CARE Internal Medicine and Geriatrics 1106 E. Prospect Rd. Ste. 100, FC, 495-7410, www.pvhs.org Care specializing in people age 65 and older. See ad page 64.

HEALTH CLINICS

Banner Medical Clinics— Harmony 608 E. Harmony Rd., Ste. 101 FC, 204-9069 www.bannerhealth.com Highly experienced family physi­ cians; accepting new patients and all insurances.

Banner Medical Clinic-Highland Meadows 8201 Spinnaker Dr., Suite D, WS 223-2272, www.bannerhealth.com Highly experienced family physi­ cians; accepting new patients and all insurances.

Banner Medical Clinic-North Loveland 3880 North Grant Ave., Ste. 140 LV, 203-0047 www.bannerhealth.com Highly experienced family physi­ cians; accepting new patients and all insurances.

Family Medicine Center 1025 Pennock Pl., FC 495-8980, www.pvhs.org See ad page 64.

Greeley Medical Clinic 1900 16th St. GR, 353-1551 www.pvhs.org Multi-specialty healthcare services. See ad page 64.

Kaiser Permanente Medical Clinics 2950 E. Harmony Rd., FC, 4901 Thompson Pkwy, LV, 2429 35th Ave., GR, 207-7171 www.kaiserpermanente.org Family medicine, internal medicine, pharmacy, more.

Loveland Community Health Center 450 Cleveland Ave., LV, 669-4855 www.sunrisecommunityhealth.org

Sunrise Health Center 1006 A St., GR, 352-0048 www.sunrisecommunityhealth.org United Medical Center of Berthoud 549 Mountain Ave., Berthoud 532-4644, www.berthoud.org VA Medical Clinic 2509 Research Blvd., FC 224-1550, www.va.gov

Windsor Medical Clinic 1455 Main St., WS, 686-3950 www.pvhs.org, See ad page 64.

Rocky Mountain Health Plans 888-251-1330 www.coloradomedicareinfo.org Not-for-Profit Medicare specialists.

HEALTH PROMOTION

The Seasons Club McKee Medical Center 2000 N. Boise Ave, LV, 635-4097 www.bannerhealth.com keyword: McKee Seasons Club Enhances quality of life for mature adults through promotion, educa­tion and recreation.

Women’s Resource Center 424 Pine St., FC, 484-1902 www.womens-resource.org

HEALTH INSURANCE Kaiser Permanente 877-297-0566, www. kp.org/ask-co 5-star rated medicare health plan.

McKee Medical Center 2000 N. Boise Ave., LV 669-4640, www.bannerhealth.com

Medical Center of the Rockies 2500 Rocky Mountain Ave., LV, 624-2500, www.pvhs.org/mcr See ad page 64.

North Colorado Medical Center 1801 16th St., GR, 352-4121 www.bannerhealth.com

Poudre Valley Hospital 1024 S. Lemay Ave., FC 495-7000 www.pvhs.org See ad page 64.

Salud Family Health Centers 1635 Blue Spruce Dr., FC 494-4040, www.saludclinic.org The Seasons at McKee Medical Center 2000 N. Boise Ave., LV 635-4097, www.bannerhealth.com

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Medical Center of the Rockies 2500 Rocky Mountain Ave., LV 624-2500, www.pvhs.org. Full spectrum of services, special­ties in cardiac and trauma care.

Northern Colorado Medical Center 1801 16th St., GR, 352-4121 www.bannerhealth.com Full-service hospital, burn and trauma care, hyperbaric medicine, cardiac program, cancer care, more.

Peakview Medical Center 5881 16th St. GR, 313-2700 www.pvhs.org Wide range of medical specialties.

See ad page 64.

Weld Aging Well—Weld County Area Agency on Aging 315C N. 11th Ave., GR, 346-6950 ext. 6117, www.co.weld.co.us Provides tools for older adults to take control of their health and longevity.

HEARING

Advanced Hearing Services 2001 S. Shields St. Bldg. J2, FC 221-5249, www.bakerhearing.net Comprehensive evaluations and consultations, rehabilitation, lifetime follow-up care, indi­vidualized attention. See ad page 2.

Audiology Associates 4675 W. 20 th Street Rd., Unit A, GR, www.hearingtime.com Certified audiologists provide com­prehensive diagnostic audiology, hearing aids, and aural rehabilitation. See ad page 41.

Hearing Rehab Center 1217 E. Elizabeth St., Ste. 9, FC 482-5700 www.hearingrehabcenter.com Larimer County Hearing Aid Bank 2736 Maroon Ct., FC, 221-0743 www.lchab.tripod.com

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HEART CARE

Poudre Valley Hospital 1024 S. Lemay Ave., FC 495-7000 www.pvhs.org.

Treatments, surgeries, and diag­ nostic testing. See ad page 64.

Heart Center of the Rockies 2121 E. Harmony Rd. Ste. 100 & 200, FC, 221-1000, www.pvhs.org Comprehensive heart and vascular care including nutrition, psychological counseling, research and rehabilitation programs. See ad page 64.

Apria Health Care 420 W. 67th St., LV, 663-0500 2400 W. 16th St., Ste. D 353-5355, www.apria.com

INFUSION THERAPY

Banner Home Medical Equipment 506-6420, www.bannerhealth.com

Poudre Infusion Therapy 1455 Main Street, WS 460-9208 www.columbine health.com

INTERNAL MEDICINE

Aspen Medical Center 2923 Ginnala Dr., LV, 669-6660 www.bannerhealth.com

MEDICAL CENTERS

McKee Medical Center 2000 Boise Ave., LV, 669-4640 www.bannerhealth.com Full range of medical services, birthing suites, cancer center, sur­gery, orthopedic, critical care.

MEDICAL EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES

Certified Prosthetics & Orthotics, LLC 1620 25th Ave., Ste. A, GR 356-2123, www.certifiedpando.com Christ Center Outreach Center 2700 S. Lemay Ave., FC, 223-4442 Columbine Medical Equipment 802 W. Drake Rd. Ste. 123, FC 221-1453, 1455 Main Street, WS, 460-9205. www.columbinehealth. com, See ad page 4.

Disabled Resource Services 1017 Robertson St., Unit B, FC 482-2700, 640 E. Eisenhower Blvd., LV, 667-0816 www.disabledresourceservices.org

Don Paul Respiratory Services, Inc 965 59th Ave., Ste. C, GR 356-0210, www.rotech.com Ensight Skills Center 3307 S. College Ave., FC 407-9999, www.ensightskills.org Frontier Access and Mobility 1308 Riverside Ave., FC 970-223-8267, www.

FrontierAccess.com Offering access and mobility solutions for all of Colorado and Wyoming. See ad page 2.

Lincare 4700 S. College Ave., FC 482-8114, 107 W. 29th St., LV 663-1163, 2533 11th Ave., GR 356-1506, www.lincare.com Mobility and More 493 N. Denver Ave., LV 461-8400, www.mymobility.biz MTI Medical, LLC 612 Bighorn Ct., WS, 221-5612 Praxair Healthcare Services 1600 E. Mulberry St., FC 224-1441, www.praxair.com PVHS Home Medical Supply 1420 Riverside Ave., Ste. 108 FC 484-6616, www.pvhs-hms.org RCC Medical Supply 3109 35th Ave., Ste. C 356-9078, www.rccmed.net Rocky Mountain Medical Outfitting & Recycle 2003 W. 8th St., LV, 624-6002 2611 W. 11th St. Rd., GR 515-6935, www.rmmor.org Veteran’s Club of Loveland 305 Cleveland Ave., LV 667-4722, www.va.gov

NEUROLOGY

Center for Neurorehabilitation Services, P.C. 1045 Robertson St., FC, 4936667, www.brainrecov.com

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Neurology Associates of Northern Colorado 1106 E. Prospect St. Ste. 100, FC 482-4373, www.pvhs.org Diagnostic and treatment for dis足orders of the nervous system.

See ad page 64.

NUTRITION

Berthoud Lunch Bunch 855 Franklin Ave., Berthoud 532-2730 www.berthoudcolorado.com Hospitality Center and Kitchen: Catholic Charities 460 Linden Center Dr., FC, 484-5010 www.larimer.co.networkofcare.org Food Bank for Larimer County 1301 Blue Spruce Dr., FC 493-4477 www.foodbanklarimer.org Food Stamps (Larimer County Human Services) 200 W. Oak St., FC 498-7000 www.co.larimer.co.us House of Neighborly Service 565 N. Cleveland Ave., LV 667-4939, 531 8th St., Berthoud 532-0161, www.honservice.org

Meals on Wheels 1217 E. Elizabeth St., Ste. 11, FC 484-6325 437 Garfield Ave., LV, 667-0311 2131 9th St., GR, 353-9738 www.mowaa.org Open Door Mission 316 Jefferson St., FC, 224-4302 Salvation Army 3901 S. Mason St., FC, 207-4472 www.salvationarmyfortcollins.org

ORTHOPEDIC CARE

Orthopaedic & Spine Center of the Rockies 2500 E. Prospect Rd., FC, 493-0112 3470 E. 15th St., LV 663-3975, www.orthohealth.com Specializing in the medicine of motion: surgery centers, radiology, therapy, work comp.

See ad page 7.

Senior Nutrition Meals 315C N. 11th Ave., GR 346-6955, 346-6955x6120 www.co.weld.co.us

PAIN MANAGEMENT

Senior Nutrition Program with Volunteers of America 405 Canyon Ave., FC 472-9630, www.voacolorado.org

Front Range Pain Medicine 3744 S. Timberline Rd., FC 6200 W. 9th St., Ste. 5, GR 495-0506, www.frpmedicine.com Specializing in treating pain with intervention pain management practices. See ad page 6.

Weld County Area Agency on Aging 315C N. 11th Ave., GR 346-6952 www.boulder.co.networkofcare.org Weld Food Bank 1108 H St., GR 356-2199, www.weldfoodbank.org

OB/GYN

OB/GYN Associates 1813 Cheyenne Ave., LV 203-6801, 1900 N. Boise Ave. Suites 330, 410, LV 203-6801 www.bannerhealth.com

PHYSICAL THERAPY

Front Range Therapy 1475 Main Street, WS 492-6238 www.columbine health.com. See ad page 4.

PRESCRIPTION ASSISTANCE

Catholic Charities Northern 460 Linden Center Dr., FC 493-0141 House of Neighborly Service 565 N. Cleveland Ave., LV 667-4939, 531 8th St., Berthoud 532-0161, www.honservice.org McKee Prescription Assistance Program 2000 Boise Ave., LV, 635-4017 www.bannerhealth.com Prescription Assistance Program Health District of Northern Larimer County 120 Bristlecone Dr., FC 224-5209, www.healthdistrict.org/ prescription-assistance VA Assistance Program 888-483-9127, www.va.gov

REHABILITATION SERVICES

The Ascent at Life Care Center of Greeley 4800 W. 25th St., GR 330-6400 www.lcca.com. See ad page 46.

SPINE CARE

Front Range Center for Brain & Spine Surgery 1313 Riverside Ave., FC 493-1292, www.brain-spine.com Full-service practice dedicated to spine and brain surgery offering comprehensive clinical expertise.

See ad page 3.

Spine Correction Center of the Rockies 2244 E. Harmony St., Ste. 110, FC, 226-1117 www.spinecorrectioncenter.com Specializing in neuropathy treatment and all spine related services.

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SURGERY Surgical Specialists of the Rockies 2315 E. Harmony Rd. Ste. 130, FC 2500 Rocky Mountain Ave., Ste. 340, LV, 221-5878, 5881 W. 16th St., GR, 221-5878, www. pvhs.org, See ad page 64.

URGENT CARE

Associates in Family Medicine Urgent Care Clinic 3519 Richmond Dr., FC, 2040300, www.afmfc.com Open late and on weekends. No appointment needed.

Concentra Urgent Care 620 S. Lemay Ave., FC, 221-5811 9299 Eastman Park Dr., WS 674-0626 www.generalcare.com Specializing in sports and camp physicals for all ages.

Harmony Urgent Care 2127 E. Harmony Rd. FC, 297-6250 www.pvhs.org See ad page 64.

Loveland Urgent Care 3850 N. Grant Ave., Ste. 100, FC 624-5150, www.pvhs.org Skyline Urgent Care 2555 E. 13th St., Ste. 110 LV 461-6140 www.bannerhealth.com

Urgent Care in Greeley 1900 16th St. GR, 350-2454 www.pvhs.org, See ad page 64.

VISION

Dr Robert Stamm 877-393-0025, www.LecVisionSource.com Solutions for macular degeneration and other limiting vision conditions. See ad page 18.

Eye Center of Northern Colorado 1725 E. Prospect Rd., FC 221-2222, 2555 13th St., Ste. 225, LV, 679-0000 6125 Sky Pond Dr., Centerra 663-3262 www.eyecenternoco.com Offers compassionate and comprehensive medical, surgical and optical care. See ad page 9.

Positive Vision 1015 S. Taft Hill Rd., FC 482-6034 www.positive dentalvision.com Provides comprehensive vision care for every member of your family.

See Life Family Vision Source 2867 35th Ave., GR, 346-1411 www.seelifevision.com Windsor Eye Care & Vision Center 515 Main St., WS, 460-0154 www.windsoreye.com

Kirk Eye Center 3650 E. 15th St., LV 669-1107 www.kirkeyecenter.com A full-service eye clinic & optical department serving Loveland, and northern Colorado. See ad page 49.

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Photo courtesy of Linda Strauss

Horses connect hearts WHEN IT COMES TO helping others, northern Colorado resident Linda Strauss doesn’t horse around. She worked as a registered nurse for 38 years at both McKee Medical Center in Loveland and Poudre Valley Hospital in Fort Collins. In the early 2000s and her mid-50s, Linda went back to school—to CSU—and graduated cum laude with a bachelor’s degree in human development and family studies “just for fun.”

All the while, when Linda wasn’t helping people in healthcare settings, she volunteered for a variety of organizations that “grabbed her heart,” like the Windsor Respite Care, Thompson School District’s Preschool Program and Larimer County Department of Human Services. But her most beloved volunteer experiences for the past 12 years have been through Hearts & Horses, a nonprofit, therapeutic riding center for people of many ages and abilities.

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helping Hearts & Horses clients. Jan Pollema, Hearts & Horses executive director, says, “Our volunteers are simply amazing! So much of our programs and operations happen because of our volunteers. Without these dedicated individuals, Hearts & Horses simply would not exist.”

Hearts & Horses helps children and adults with physical, cognitive, social, and emotional needs, and encourages at-risk youth to explore emotions and behaviors while in a secure environment of learning and self discovery. The organization also provides therapy for wounded service personnel and veterans, and assists adults and seniors facing the challenges of aging, memory loss, and age- or injuryrelated cognitive impairments.

Volunteers can serve in multiple ways, like working in the barn, handling horses, walking alongside horses during classes and acting as camp counselors during the summer. Linda says she prefers sidewalking because “I love being involved with a student. It’s

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so rewarding to see the tremendous changes that take place and to see the pure joy on their faces.”

The opportunity to work with horses also attracted Linda to volunteer with this organization. “I used to own horses,” she explains. “They are such amazing animals. The ones at Hearts & Horses are very well trained, and evaluated for calmness and patience. The connection that’s built between riders and horses is so special. It empowers people and can be a life-changing experience.”

All of her volunteer work has ingrained a sense of gratitude in Linda. “I don’t take anything for granted. I’m fortunate to be healthy.

My son is healthy. And no matter what obstacles we face in life, we can come through them.”

One of Linda’s Hearts & Horses students, who began her riding therapy with little to no verbal skills, graduated from the course by being able to tell her horse to “Walk on!”

And so should we.

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