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PVHS Senior Services / Aspen Club – Loveland 2500 Rocky mountain ave, loveland 80501 970-624-1860

Grocery Shopper Program – King Soopers 800-677-5464

The Seasons Club at McKee Medical Center 970-635-4097

Country Super Market 900 moraine ave, estes park 80517 970-586-2702

Volunteers of America Grocery Shopping Program 405 Canyon ave, Ft Collins 80521 970-472-9630

Speech / Language Pathology & Audiology Clinic unC Campus - gunter Hall, Rm 0330, greeley 80639 970-351-2012

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Adopt-A-Neighbor Program (volunteer snow removal) 281 n College ave, po Box 22 Ft Collins 80521 970-224-6046

National Hearing Aid Bank – Hear Now 800-648-4327

Cedar Fire Authority (Smoke Detectors / Fire Safety) 102 Remington st, Ft Collins 80524 970-221-6570

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COLT 410 e 5th, loveland 80537 970-962-2700

FORT LUPTON Catholic Charities Northern 240 s denver av, Ft lupton 80621 303-857-0521

RSVP – King Soopers 800-677-5464

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GREELEY Catholic Charities 1442 n 11th ave, greeley 80631 970-353-6433

PVHS Senior Services – Aspen Club – Fort Collins 1025 s garfield, Fort Collins 80524 970-495-8560

Connections for Indep Living 1331 8th ave, greeley 80631 970-352-8682

Companies that provide/sell oxygen and respiratory equipment, wheelchairs and diabetic supplies for home use. many companies can directly bill medicare, medicaid or private insurance. organizations that will loan equipment to those in need.

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Larimer Home Improvement Program 375 W 37th st, ste 200, 80538 970-667-3232

Quota Club of Estes Park at Estes Park Medical Center 555 prospect ave, estes park 80517 970-586-2317

Loveland Snow Squad 970-962-2764

Veterans of Foreign War Auxillary – Loveland 305 Cleveland, loveland 80537 970-667-4722

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Disabled Resource Services – 1017 Robertson st, ste B Ft Collins , 80524 970-482-2700 – 118 e 29th st, ste C loveland , 80538 970-667-0816

VOA Handyman Program (Minor Repairs) 405 Canyon ave, Ft Collins 80521 970-472-9630

Free Captioned Telephones for the Deaf or Hard of Hearing 720-481-7188

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RSVP Handyman Program Minor Repairs Central unC Campus - Roudebush Cottage, 80639 970-351-2588

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HOME MEDiCAL EQuiPMENT – LOAN CLOsETs You will find& suPPLiEs hundreds of different services and organizations that work with seniors and their families.

This includes professional services, such as Adult Day, Care Management, Elder Law, Social Security, Senior Centers, etc...

sliding scale, income qualifying or donated help by volunteers for seniors to maintain their homes.

Hearing Helpline – Better Hearing Institute 800-327-9355

RSVP – King Soopers Central unC Campus - Roudebush Cottage, greeley 80639 970-351-2588

COMMuNiTY REsOuRCEs AND sERViCEs

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Grocery Shopper Program – King Soopers 800-677-5464

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Getting started Is easy

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This section offers three different comparison grids; the first features Non-Medical and Personal Assistance at home, the second contains Skilled Home Healthcare, and the third grid showcases Hospice Services for end of life care. First familiarize yourself with the different services that are offered by each agency. You will find definitions about each service at the beginning of this section. Many options exist; we hope this will help you find a provider to meet your specific needs.

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First you should familiarize yourself with the many options available and determine which one is best for your needs. You will find definitions of each type of housing at the beginning of the housing section. Then turn to our easy to read comparison grids.

The grids are divided into 3 categories, depending on the type of community: Independent Living and Retirement, Assisted Living, and Skilled Nursing.

The buildings are listed by city or county so you can zero in on the specific areas you are looking for.

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resources for aging well

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Area Agencies on Aging Care Management

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Consumer Affairs / Legal

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County Health Departments Dental Resources

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Dental Services

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Elder Abuse Prevention

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Elder Law Emergency Telephone Numbers Employment & Education Opportunities

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Estate Sales & Liquidation

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Financial & Tax Assistance

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Financial Services

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Flu Shots

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Food Resources

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Foot Care

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Grocery Shopping Assistance

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Health Insurance Counseling

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Adult Day Care Programs Aquatic Therapies & Classes

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Advertiser Index

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Letter From The Publisher Contact Information

COMMUNITY RESOURCES AND SERVICES 10-11

Seniors Returning to the Workplace

How to Use this Guide

Hearing Services and Resources

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Home Maintenance

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Home Medical Equipment, Supplies & Loan Closets

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Hospitals & Clinics

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Hospitals - Long Term Acute Care (LTACHs)

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Libraries

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Medical Marijuana

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For Judy Hartman, receiving rehab at the Northern Colorado Rehabilitation Hospital meant getting her life back. See Spotlight on a Senior on pages 54-55.

Medicare & Medicaid Information

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Medicare 2015 “In a Nutshell�

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Mental Health Services

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Move Management and Organizing Services

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Neuropathy Services

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Hospice

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Pet Care Prescription Assistance - Discounted Medications

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Real Estate Services

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Rehabilitation Facilities

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Rehabilitation Hospitals

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Northern Colorado Rehabilitation Hospital

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Respite Care

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Senior Activities & Entertainment

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Senior Centers

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Senior Organizations & Services

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Social Security

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Social Services Departments

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Support Groups for Specific Illnesses Transportation

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Veteran Services

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Vision Resources

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HEAlTH AT HOME - NON-MEDICAl, SKIllED HOME HEAlTH, AND HOSPICE CARE 71 72-75

Non-Medical Home Care Comparison Grid

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Non-Medical Home Care Agencies

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Home Health Agency Comparison Grid

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Home Health Agencies

Hospice Care Comparison Grid

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Hospice Care Agencies

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Hospice Care Definitions

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Home Health Care Definitions

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Non-Medical Home Care Definitions

Housing Definitions Subsidized Housing & Assistance

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Independent Living / Retirement Communities Comparison Grid

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Independent Living / Retirement Communities

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Assisted Living Communities Comparison Grid

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Assisted Living Communities

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Skilled Nursing Facilities Comparison Grid

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Skilled Nursing Facilities

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feature articles 67 24-25

Why Should I Hire a Senior Move Manager?

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Attention All Retired Veterans, Spouses & Their Widows - FREE Home Care is Available Now! Avoiding Family Squabbles Over Your Estate

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Falling Down: Risk Factors and Prevention

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Inspiration and Community for Alzheimer's Caregivers

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Is an Adult Day Program the Right Choice?

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Keeping Your Brain Healthy As You Age Laser Cataract Surgery Long Term Acute Hospitals (LTACH's)

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Long Term Care Insurance 101

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Losing Vision? What Now?

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Marijuana: Not Just for Smoking

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Medicaid Planning - How to Pay for the Nursing Home Without Going Broke

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Seniors Returning to the Workplace

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Supportive Services: The Right Care for the Right Time

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What is Peripheral Neuropathy?

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Why Do I Need a Care Manager?

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Why Should I Hire a Senior Move Manager?

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DEAR VALuED READERs: Welcome to the September 2015-16 edition of your Northern Colorado Seniors Blue Book! As you can see, the book has undergone a complete makeover! As the company grows with new franchise publications launching across this great nation in new and vibrant markets like Kansas City, Dallas, and Boston among others, the need for a fresh new look and improved readability became paramount. Rest assured, we are the same trusted ‘go-to’ senior resource for seniors, their loved ones, and the professionals who serve this demographic with conviction and compassion every single day.

This edition hosts an unprecedented 17 articles written by local senior professionals on a variety of topics intended to educate and inform.

Learn about “FREE Home Care available to Veterans, Spouses and their Widows” on Page 67. Educate yourself on “Medicaid Planning – How to Pay for the Nursing Home without

Going Broke” on Page 19. “What is Peripheral Neuropathy?” is found on Page 49 and “Falling Down: Risk Factors and Prevention” is located on Page 29. And as always, our ‘Medicare 2015 In a Nutshell’ chart is a very popular feature found on Pages 44-45.

Our new, cutting edge website will launch shortly after this book is distributed. SeniorsBlueBook.com is in the trusted position of reporting to you very current developments in the senior industry, as well as keeping you informed on all the services and events for seniors. In that effort, we spent the last couple of years redesigning and enhancing our site to prepare for this unveiling. The site is interactive, easy to navigate, national in scope and very vibrant. Check it out at SeniorsBlueBook.com As always, we love to hear from you and we truly value your input and suggestions.

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Additional copies of this Directory are available FREE at most of the gathering places for seniors, many of which are featured in the Seniors Blue Book. Give us a call at 800.201.9989 and we will direct you to the location nearest you or go to www.seniorsbluebook.com and click on the “Find a Book” link to locate your closest distribution points The contents of this book may not be reproduced either in whole or in part without consent of the publisher. Every effort has been made to include accurate data, however, the publisher cannot be held liable for material content or errors. Copyright 2015 by Grateful Sales, Inc.

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ADuLT DAY CARE PROgRAMs Adult day programs are for elders who need a place to stay during daytime hours because they have difficulty functioning alone.

LARIMER COUNTY FORT COLLINS

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Stepping Stones Adult Day Program

(ad on page 10) 302 3rd St SE, Loveland 80538 970- 820-6871 WELD COUNTY GREELEY

Brookdale Fort Collins – Memory Care Only 1008 Rule Dr, Ft Collins 80525 970-266-0700

Eldergarden Adult Day Program 910 27th Ave, Greeley 80634 970-353-5003

Elderhaus Adult Day 605 S Shields St, Ft Collins 80521 970-221-0406

Stephens Brain Injury Campus 2774 Reservoir Rd, Greeley 80634 970-330-2621

Mindset 4825 S Lemay, Ft Collins 80525 970-223-6083

Giving caregivers

PEACE OF MIND Stepping Stones Adult Day Program, a service of McKee Medical Center, gives caregivers peace of mind that their loved ones can enjoy a safe caring place to socialize, build friendships, and enjoy stimulating activities like: • Music and art projects • Pet therapy • Exercise programs • Gardening

• Transportation to planned off-site activities • Professional staff for your loved one • Nutritious lunches and snacks

Monday-Friday 7:30 a.m.- 5:30 p.m.

Participants may choose from a full or half-day session, one to five days per week.

For more information call, (970) 820-6871 or go to BannerHealth.com/McKeeSteppingStones.

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one with dementia or a chronic health issue, you may be wondering if an adult day program would be an appropriate solution.

Here are some questions to help you assess your situation: n Do you need occasional assistance taking care of your loved one? n Are you worried about the person’s safety when you aren’t around? n Are you leaving your loved one too often in order to do errands or go to work? n Are you taking more time off work to care for your loved one? n Would you feel better if he or she was able to enjoy a nutritious meal during the day, the opportunity to socialize more or to get more exercise? n Has a good relationship with your loved one turned into a troubled one? Are arguments increasing? n Is your loved one feeling isolated?

If you can answer yes to even one of these questions, an adult day program might be the answer to your loved one’s care needs. This can be a difficult decision. You may feel guilt and or that you are not taking care of your responsibility. But keep in mind that you also need time to take care of yourself and to run errands or hold down a job without worrying about how your family member is managing at home. You also need to relax and reenergize so that you can be at your best.

For your loved one, feelings of

anger, fear, denial and resistance are common first reactions at the idea of an adult day program. Understand that it may take time to make the adjustment. Here are some tips to help your loved one accept your decision: Give a convincing reason: Encourage your loved one to look at the program as her “club,” or a “class.” Schedule your family member’s visit when there is an activity she might enjoy. Ask your doctor and others to back you up. n Take one step at a time. Don’t push too hard; use a try-it-and-see approach. n Be firm. Initially, the person may complain of being unhappy. Don’t argue. Just assume your loved one will return on the next scheduled visit. Minimize or eliminate the choice to not attend. n Start with a few short days. n Reinforce the positive.

The goal of a professional adult day program is to encourage learning, participation and maximization of existing skills. By following these tips you may improve the quality of life for you and your loved one. n

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Is an Adult Day Program If you are caring for a loved the Right Choice?

Editor’s Note: This article submitted by Lisa Neujahr, public relations specialist for Banner Health which operates the Stepping Stones Adult Day Program in Loveland, 302 Third St. SE. (970) 820-6871. Sources used for this article: National Alliance for Caregiving and the Alzheimer’s Association. See ad on page 10.

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AQuATiC CLAssEs & THERAPiEs Please call 800-201-9989 or e-mail info@SeniorsBlueBook.com to include your Aquatic Classes and Therapy listing.

Carbon Valley Rec District 701 5th St, Frederick 80530 303-833-3660 Chilson Recreation Center 700 E 4th St, Loveland 80537 970-962-2458 Edora Pool Ice Center (EPIC) 1801 Riverside Av, Ft Collins 80525 970-221-6683 Greeley Recreation Center Pool 651 10th Av, Greeley 80631 970-350-9400 Hope Therapy Center 2780 28th Ave, Greeley 80634 970-339-2433 Mulberry Pool 424 W Mulberry, Ft Collins 80524 970-221-6657 Star Athletic Club 16348 County Road 19 Fort Morgan, CO 80701 970-867-4806

AREA AgENCiEs ON AgiNg Eldercare Locator Nationwide 800-677-1116 Locates any AAA Nationwide Larimer County Office on Aging 2601 Midpoint, Ste 112, Ft Collins 80525 970-498-7750 NE Colorado Association of Local Governments 231 Main St, Ste 211, Ft Morgan 80701 970-867-9409 x235 12 NORTHERN COLORADO - SEPTEMBER 2015-2016

Weld County Area Agency on Aging 315 N 11th Ave Bldg C, Greeley 80631 970-346-6950

CARE MANAgEMENT A care management agency is familiar with various fields of human services — social work, psychology, nursing, gerontology — and trained to assess, plan, coordinate, monitor and provide services for the elderly and their families.

Advocacy for older adults is a primary function of the care manager.

FORT COLLINS Catholic Charities Northern Elderly Outreach 460 Linden Center Dr, Ft Collins 80524 970-484-5010 Larimer Cty Human Svcs – Options for Long Term Care 1501 Blue Spruce Dr, Ft Collins 80524 970-498-7780

Older Adult & Caregiver Svcs – Lutheran Family Services (ad on page 13) 2032 Lowe St #200, Ft Collins 80525 970-232-1180 Poudre Valley Hospital – Case Management 1024 S Lemay Ave, Ft Collins 80524 970-495-8554

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Catholic Charities Northern Elderly Outreach 1442 N 11th Ave , Greeley 80631 970-484-5010

LOVELAND Larimer Cty Human Svcs – Options for Longterm Care 1501 Blue Spruce Dr, Ft Collins 80524 970-498-7780

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“Why Do I need a care Manager?”

Providing care and assistance to a loved one is not easy. Many adult children and spouses struggle with the dilemma of not enough energy or hours in the day to juggle work, home life, and caring for their aging loved one.

You may even feel a range of emotions such as anger, guilt, fear, sadness, worry, stress, and feel overwhelmed. As you wear the many hats of a caregiver it’s easy to lose yourself to the point where it can negatively affect your work and harm your health and relationships.

There may even be times when this caregiving role does not always feel loving or satisfying to you. Whether your loved one lives at home or in a facility, nearby or far away, an Aging Life Care Professional™ (formally known as a geriatric care manager) can be very helpful.

An Aging Life Care Professional™ is trained and experienced in several fields related to care management, including, but not limited to social work, nursing, or gerontology with a specialized focus on issues related to aging and elder care. They are professionally trained to evaluate the medical, social, psychological, and spiritual factors of your entire situation to make sure everyone is receiving the help they need. Aging Life Care Professionals™ provide an objective point of view. They give you up-to-date information needed to make informed decisions, enhance communication between family mem-

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bers, and optimize your care with the coordination and monitoring of services specifically tailored to your unique circumstances.

An Aging Life Care Professional™ can also be particularly helpful when solving complex situations. For example, all of the family members may not be in agreement about how an aging loved one should be cared for and what the best care should be. This often results in a break-down in communication and strained relationships. Some Aging Life Care Professionals™ also provide families with classes, support groups, and counseling to gain clarity, strength, and hope as you adjust to changes in lifestyle, health, and family roles.

Many people hire Aging Life Care Professionals™ to serve as their eyes and ears, help cope with emotional feelings, enhance communication between family members, provide outside assessments, as well as the coordination, implementation, and monitoring of direct services.

To find a qualified Aging Life Care Professional™ in your area contact the Aging Life Care Association™ at (520) 881-8008 or visit their website at “www.aginglifecare.org” Editor’s Note: This article was submitted

by Colleen Daugherty, MSW, NCG. Colleen is an Aging Life Care Professional™ with Senior Life Solutions providing care management and counseling in Northern Colorado. You may reach Colleen at 970-282-7975 or by email at colleen@ srlifesolutionsllc.com. See ad page 13.

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CONSUMER AFFAIRS/LEGAL Government and non-profit organizations that provide consumer information or legal advice.

FORT COLLINS & LOVELAND Colorado Legal Services 211 W Magnolia St, Ft Collins 80521 970-493-2891 Fort Collins Senior Center 1200 Raintree Dr, 80526 970-221-6644 (1st Thurs of month by appt) Larimer County Bar Association (Pro bono clients) 970-402-2075 GREELEY Colorado Legal Service 800 8th Ave #202, Greeley 80631 970-353-7554 Consumer Fraud/District Attorney 915 10th St, Ste 201, Greeley 80632 970-356-4010 Income Tax Counseling – RSVP 970-351-2588 Weld Cty Div of Human Svcs 315 N 11th Ave, Greeley 80631 970-353-3800

COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENTS LARIMER COUNTY Larimer County Health Dept – E stes Park 1601 Brodie Ave, Estes Park 80517 970-577-2050 – F t Collins 1525 Blue Spruce Dr Ft Collins 80524 970-498-6700 – L oveland 205 E 6th St, Loveland 80537 970-679-4580 MORGAN COUNTY

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DENTAL RESOURCES ESTES PARK Salud Family Clinic 1950 RedTail Hawk Dr Estes Park 80517 970-586-3850 FORT COLLINS Adult Dental Clinic 202 Bristlecone Dr, Ft Collins 80524 970-416-5331 FORT LUPTON Catholic Charities Northern 240 S Denver Av, Ft Lupton 80621 303-857-0521 Continued on next page Indicates website link on seniorsbluebook.com

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ELDER ABUSE PREVENTION Government and non-profit agencies which advocate for or protect seniors from abuse in housing, financial matters, and physical harm.

AARP Elderwatch (Elder fraud protection) 800-222-4444 (Option 2) FORT COLLINS Adult Protection Services 2555 Midpoint Dr, Ste F, Ft Collins 80524 970-498-7770

Crossroads Safehouse PO Box 993, Ft Collins 80522 970-482-3502 Long Term Care Ombudsman 2601 Midpoint Dr #112, Ft Collins 80525 970-498-7754

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Sexual Assault Victim Advocate Center (SAVA) 4812 S College, Ft Collins 80525 970-472-4204 GREELEY Elder Abuse Reporting – Weld County Human Services 315 N 11th Ave, Greeley 80632 970-352-1551 x6211 LOVELAND Alternatives to Violence 313 E 4th St, Loveland 80537 970-669-5150

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itan area, one of the greatest challenges faced by elders and their families is how to pay for such care.

For many, the Medicaid Program is there to help.

To qualify for Medicaid for longterm care, the Medicaid applicant: (1) must need a nursing home or assisted living level of care; (2) have gross monthly income of less than $8,039 (the income of the well spouse is not included in this calculation); and, (3) not have more than $2,000 in “countable assets.”

“Countable assets” do not include: a home, an automobile, pre-paid burial/funeral plans, small life insurance policies, medical equipment, and most personal property.

For married couples, there are some very important protections.

First, the well spouse is entitled to keep $1,991 of the couples’ income (increased to a maximum of $2,981 if the well spouse has certain additional qualified expenses). Then, in addition to the home, car, personal property and other exempt assets, the well spouse is also permitted to retain roughly $119,000 in countable assets.

If a Medicaid applicant has countable assets in excess of the permissible amount ($2,000 if single; $119,000 if married), there are Medicaid planning strategies which can be used to protect your es-

tate. One set of strategies involves converting excess countable assets into exempt assets. For instance, the well spouse might use some of the assets in excess of $119,000 to make improvements to the home, purchase a newer automobile, prepay burial/funeral plans for both spouses, etc.

The other set of Medicaid planning strategies involves giving away assets. This only works if it’s done just right. There are penalties for giving away assets to create Medicaid eligibility. If done properly, however, a significant portion of a person’s assets can often be preserved.

Because Medicaid is a very complex and rapidly changing area of law, and this is only a brief summary, individuals considering Medicaid should seek the assistance of a knowledgeable Elder Law attorney prior to acting on any such information. More information can be found on the Vincent, Romeo & Rodriguez, LLC website: www.elderlawcolorado. com

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EMERgENCY TELEPHONE NuMBERs Animal Control – Humane Society of Larimer County 6317 Kyle Ave, Ft Collins 80525 970-226-3647 Berthoud Police 328 Massachusetts Ave, Berthoud 80513 970-532-2611 Colorado Road Conditions 877-315-7623 Colorado State Patrol 970-224-3027 Colorado State U Police Dept 970-491-6425 Estes Park Medical Center Emergency Room 555 Prospect Ave, Estes Park 80517 970-586-2317 Estes Park Police 170 MacGregor Ave, Estes Park 80517 970-586-4000 Fort Collins Police 2221 S Timberline Rd, Ft Collins 80525 970-221-6540 Larimer County Sheriff’s Office 2501 Midpoint Dr, Ft Collins 80525 970-498-5100 Loveland Police 810 E 10th St, 80537 970-667-2151 McKee Medical Center Emergency Room 2000 Boise Ave, Loveland 80538 970-669-4640

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Medical Center of the Rockies Emergency Room 2500 Rocky Mountain Ave Loveland 80538 970-624-1600 Poudre Valley Hospital Emergency Room 1024 S Lemay Ave, Ft Collins 80524 970-495-8020 Suicide Hotline 800-273-8255

EMPLOYMENT & EDuCATiON OPPORTuNiTiEs FORT COLLINS Colorado Div of Vocational Rehab 2850 McClelland Dr #2000 Ft Collins 80525 970-223-9823 Disabled Resource Services 1017 Robertson St, Ste B Ft Collins 80524 970-482-2700 Larimer Cty Work Force Center 200 W Oak St, Ste 5000, Ft Collins 80522 970-498-6600 SER Colorado Program SER provides paid training for low-income, unemployed seniors.

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The Aging Workforce The percentage of persons aged 65 and older in the workforce has steadily increased over the past decade. In 2005, employees over 65 years of age accounted for 14.5% of the workforce; at the beginning of 2015, older adults made up 19% of the workforce.

Recession-eaten nest eggs and increasing health care costs may be driving many older workers to delay retirement. But for already retired adults who find they need to return to the workforce, the job-seeking process may be intimidating.

Blow the Dust Off and Polish that Résumé Many changes in technology may leave older job-seekers in need of an update. Getting comfortable in a digital environment is made easier by attending communitybased training programs that offer low-cost computer and/or software classes. If an older job-seeker has experience as a bookkeeper, taking a class on a program like QuickBooks might be just the thing to become competitive!

Attending a résumé and cover letter writing workshop to become acquainted with new formatting styles, key words to use, and general rules of thumb could be very helpful. Workshops that teach partici-

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pants how to use social media, like LinkedIn, or websites, like Indeed. com, in their job search are especially beneficial.

Look for Positions That Are Older Worker Friendly There’s a reason that the older Wal-Mart greeter has become a cliché in recent years: retail and customer service positions are very senior friendly. Other fields that welcome older workers include elder care/homemaking services, accounting and wealth management, and office administration.

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House of Neighborly Service 531 S 8th, Berthoud 80513 970-532-0161

GREELEY Weld Cty Employment Service 315 N 11th Ave, Greeley 80632 970-353-3800 x2 LOVELAND Disabled Resource Services 118 E 29th St, Ste C, Loveland 80529 970-667-0816 Larimer Cty Work Force Center 418 E 4th St, Loveland 80537 970-619-4650

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ESTES PARK Crossroads Ministry 851 Dry Gulch Rd, Estes Park 80517 970-577-0610 Department of Human Services 1601 Brodie Ave, Estes Park 80517 970-577-2150 FORT COLLINS Catholic Charities (Utilities Shutoffs) 460 Linden Ctr Dr, Ft Collins 80524 970-484-5010 City of Ft Collins Rebate Program (Utilities, property tax, rent & food sales tax) 215 N Mason St, 2nd Fl, Ft Collins 80524 970-416-2304 Colorado Property Tax / Rent / Heat Rebate Program 3030 S College Ave, Ft Collins 80525 970-494-9805 Disabled Resource Services 1017 Robertson St, Ste B, Ft Collins 80524 970-482-2700 Green Path Debt Solutions 3500 John F Kennedy Pkwy, Ste 210, Ft Collins 80525 970-229-0695 Larimer Cty Human Services 1501 Blue Spruce Dr, Ft Collins 80524 970-498-6300 Larimer Cty Social Security 301 S Howes, Ft Collins 80521 866-336-7385

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LEAP – Low Income Energy Assistance Program (Nov - Apr) 1501 Blue Spruce Dr, Ft Collins 80524 970-498-7730

US Dept of Agr/Rural Development (Farm loans & grants) 4302 W 9th St Rd, Greeley 80634 970-356-4455 x2

Neighbor to Neighbor – Housing Opportunity Center 1550 Blue Spruce Dr, Ft Collins 80524 970-484-7498

Weld Cty Dept of Human Services 315 N 11th Ave, Greeley 80632 970-352-1551

Salvation Army 3901 S Mason, Ft Collins 80525 970-207-4472

Disabled Resource Services 118 E 29th St, Ste C, Loveland 80538 970-667-0816

Senior Tax Work Off Program 2601 Midpoint Dr, Ste 112 Ft Collins 80525 970-498-7759

House of Neighborly Service 1511 E 11th St, Ste 100, Loveland 80537 970-667-4939

United Way 424 Pine St, Ste 102, Ft Collins 80524 970-407-7000 Veteran Services 200 W Oak St 5th Fl, Ft Collins 80522 970-498-7390 FORT LUPTON Catholic Charities Northern 240 S Denver Av, Ft Lupton 80621 303-857-0521 GREELEY Catholic Charities Northern 1442 N 11th Ave, Greeley 80631 970-353-6433 GreenPath Debt Solutions 918 13th St, Greeley 80631 970-229-0695 Income Tax Assistance – RSVP UNC Central Campus - Roudebush Cottage, Greeley 80631 970-351-2588 United Way 814 9th St, Greeley 80631 970-353-4300

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Neighbor to Neighbor – Assistance for Housing Issues 1511 E 11th St, Ste 210, Loveland 80537 970-663-4163 United Way of Loveland 315 E 7th St, Loveland 80537 970-669-1450

FINANCIAL SERVICES Financial service firms devote all or part of their practice to assisting seniors with their financial affairs. Services can include financial planning, insurance claims, bank reconciliation, bill payment, income tax preparation, and preparing medical insurance claims. Certified financial planners and elder law attorneys may be listed in this topic.

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Avoiding Family squabbles SHOULD YOU RELY ON ‘WILL over Your estate POWER’ TO BEQUEATH ASSETS? The more complex your estate, the more ill-advised that choice becomes.

Having only a will in place when you die may not be enough. As MarketWatch noted recently, research from the Williams Group (a major estate planning firm) indicates that estate fights reduce inherited wealth for as many of 70% of families. inheritance is no simple matter.

In a simpler world, an individual with a $3 million estate could pass away and simply leave $1 million each to his or her children – enough said, over and done. But life isn’t so simple: one heir may deserve more money as a result of a disability or fate dealing out hardships, while another may truthfully deserve less due to his or her behavior, or his or her financial success. If you feel one heir should receive more of your estate than another, that wish needs to be articulated in your estate planning.

Stating these wishes before you pass away (the why, the how, the how much) and letting your heirs know

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how you feel isn’t cruel – candor now is preferable to confusion and in-fighting later.

Beyond money, what about possessions & real property? Homes, businesses, raw land, antiques, artwork, collectibles, heirlooms, and pets: your children and grandchildren may have different perceptions

of their future value, and disagree on their destiny. Being clear about who is going to get what today (and why specific decisions are being made) may help defray potential legal challenges tomorrow.

Consider leaving some things up to the kids. You could call in appraisers to set values for your real and personal property, make a list of those assets and their values, and subsequently allow your heirs to take

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A health care proxy is also crucial in instances when a younger individual becomes severely disabled.

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turns choosing the possessions or properties they want to inherit. If a squabble breaks out between heirs over this or that item, you can settle it with a family auction – that item goes to the highest bidder when you pass away.

Living wills? Those can prove quite valuable. You may not die suddenly, and you could be incapacitated for a period just prior to your death. Should that be the case, a living will (also called an advance directive) can articulate how you want to be treated. Additionally, a health care proxy document can appoint someone (known legally as a health care agent) to authorize doctors and

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fLu sHOTs LARIMER COUNTY Health Department – Estes Park 1601 Brodie Ave, 80517 970-577-2050 – Ft Collins 1525 Blue Spruce Dr, 80524 970-498-6700 – Loveland 205 E 6th St, 80537 970-679-4580 FORT COLLINS Health District of N Larimer 120 Bristlecone Dr, Ft Collins 80524 970-224-5209 PVHS Senior Services – Aspen Club 1025 S Garfield, Ft Collins 80524 970-495-8560 RVNA (Rehab & Visiting Nurses Association) 107 Cameron Dr, Ft Collins 80525 970-225-9399 GREELEY Aspen Club 2000 16th St, Ste 3, Greeley 80631 970-313-2796 LOVELAND McKee Wellness Services 970-635-4181 PVHS Senior Services – Aspen Club (Nov 3rd only) 2500 Rocky Mountain Ave, Loveland 80501 970-624-1860

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fOOD REsOuRCEs Sliding scale or income qualifying food resources for seniors and also list of congregate meal sites.

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BERTHOUD House of Neighborly Service (Tues only) 531 S 8th, Berthoud 80513 970-532-0161 ESTES PARK Crossroads Ministry 851 Dry Gulch Rd, Estes Park 80517 970-577-0610 Estes Park Senior Center – Meals on Wheels 220 4th St, 80517 970-586-2996 Food Stamps 1601 Brodie Ave, Estes Park 80517 970-577-2150 FORT COLLINS Catholic Charities 460 Linden Center Dr, Ft Collins 80524 970-484-5010 First Christian Church Outreach Center 2700 S Lemay Ave, Ft Collins 80525 970-223-4442

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Erie Food Bank 635 Pierce St, Erie 80516 303-828-3546

– 2 600 N Lincoln Ave, Ft Collins 80538 970-744-4600

FORT LUPTON

Meals on Wheels 1217 E Elizabeth, Ste 11, Ft Collins 80524 970-484-6325

Fort Lupton Food & Clothing Bank (M-F 2:30-4:30) 421 Denver Ave, Ft Lupton 80621 303-857-1096

Open Door Mission 316 Jefferson, Ft Collins 80524 970-224-4302

Meals on Wheels 1190 Denver Ave, Ft Lupton 80621 303-857-6460

Salvation Army (M&W 9-Noon) 3901 S Mason, Ft Collins 80525 970-207-4472

GREELEY

SNAP – Dept of Human Services 1501 Blue Spruce Dr, Ft Collins 80524 970-498-6300 Volunteers of America Grocery Shopping Program 405 Canyon Ave, Ste A, Ft Collins 80521 970-472-9630 ERIE Erie Active Adults Coordinator – Nutrition Program 450 Powers St, Erie 80241 303-926-2795

Community Senior Meals Senior Activity Center (M,W) 1010 6th St, Greeley 80631 970-350-9440

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Food Bank for Larimer County – 1301 Blue Spruce Dr, Ft Collins 80524 970-493-4477

Food Stamps – Dept of Social Services 315 N 11th Ave, Greeley 80632 970-352-1551 x6651 Greeley Manor (M,W,F) 1000 13th St, Greeley 80631 970-356-5489 Meals on Wheels 2131 9th St, Greeley 80631 970-353-9738 Continued on next page

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FOOD RESOURCES continued Senior Nutrition Meals – Weld County Human Services 315 N 11th Ave, Greeley 80632 970-353-3800 x4 Weld Food Bank 1108 H St, Greeley 80631 970-356-2199 LOVELAND Chilson Senior Center (M T Th F at noon) 700 E 4th St, Loveland 80537 970-962-2783 Food Bank for Larimer Cty 2600 N Lincoln Av, Loveland 80538 970-744-4600 House of Neighborly Service – Food Baskets 555 N Cleveland Ave, Loveland 80538 970-667-4939

Meals on Wheels 437 N Garfield Ave, Loveland 80537 970-667-0311 Silverleaf Apts I & II 2000/2100 Maple Dr, Loveland 80538 970-667-3232 SNAP – Larimer Cty Human Svcs 205 E 6th St, Loveland 80537 970-679-4451

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every year one in three adults over the age of 65 falls and 2 million are treated in the emergency room for fall-related injuries.

Knowing the risk factors for falling is the first step in preventing an incident. The most common risk factors include: a history of previous falls, balance impairment, gait abnormalities, dizziness, reduced muscle strength and flexibility, visual impairment, medications, advanced age, peripheral neuropathy and recent hospital discharge.

As we age, falling becomes of greater concern, however, it is not an inevitable part of aging. The following steps can be taken to help significantly reduce the risk.

Meet with your doctor: Have a discussion with your doctor about your medications. Are there any that can cause dizziness, drowsiness or cognitive impairment? These may need to be discontinued or dosing may need to be modified.

Keep moving: Many older adults lose their sense of balance or experience a decreased level of coordination, flexibility and muscle strength. With your doctor’s approval, consider activities such as walking, water workouts or tai chi. There are also exercise programs designed to specifically target strength, balance and flexibility. Physical therapy is advised after a recent hospitalization or while recovering from an injury or surgery.

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See your podiatrist: There are multiple foot and ankle conditions that can compromise balance during gait. Bunions and hammer toes can limit the ability to use your toes to purchase the ground and maintain balance. Calluses and corns or peripheral neuropathy can decrease tactile sensitivity, making it difficult to feel the floor under your feet. A podiatrist may be able to help reduce the risk due to these conditions.

Wear sturdy shoes: Wearing slippers, socks or being barefoot has consistently been associated with an increased risk of falling. However, not all shoes are protective for falls.

Avoid wearing high heels, flimsy shoes, shoes without adequate fixation (laces, straps, or buckles) and shoes with smooth tread.

Have your vision checked: Older adults should have their eyes examined every year to evaluate for cataracts, retinopathy, glaucoma and other forms of visual impairment. Those with contact lenses or glasses should have the strength of their prescriptions confirmed and changed if necessary.

Safety in the home: Remove fall hazards that could be tripped over and install better lighting and handrails where appropriate.

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Aspen Club – Greeley 2000 16th St, Greeley 80631 970-313-2796

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PVHS Senior Services / Aspen Club – Loveland 2500 Rocky Mountain Ave, Loveland 80501 970-624-1860

Grocery Shopper Program – King Soopers 800-677-5464

The Seasons Club at McKee Medical Center 970-635-4097

Country Super Market 900 Moraine Ave, Estes Park 80517 970-586-2702

Volunteers of America Grocery Shopping Program 405 Canyon Ave, Ft Collins 80521 970-472-9630 GREELEY Grocery Shopper Program – King Soopers 800-677-5464 RSVP – King Soopers Central UNC Campus - Roudebush Cottage, Greeley 80639 970-351-2588 LOVELAND COLT 410 E 5th, Loveland 80537 970-962-2700 RSVP – King Soopers 800-677-5464

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HEARiNg sERViCEs & REsOuRCEs NATIONAL Hearing Helpline – Better Hearing Institute 800-327-9355 National Hearing Aid Bank – Hear Now 800-648-4327 STATE Free Captioned Telephones for the Deaf or Hard of Hearing 720-481-7188 FORT LUPTON Catholic Charities Northern 240 S Denver Av, Ft Lupton 80621 303-857-0521 GREELEY Catholic Charities 1442 N 11th Ave, Greeley 80631 970-353-6433 Connections for Indep Living 1331 8th Ave, Greeley 80631 970-352-8682

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Weld Cty Dept of Human Services 315 N 11th Av, Greeley 80632 970-352-1551

HOME MAINTENANCE Sliding scale, income qualifying or donated help by volunteers for seniors to maintain their homes.

FORT COLLINS Adopt-A-Neighbor Program (Volunteer snow removal) 281 N College Ave, PO Box 22 Ft Collins 80521 970-224-6046 Cedar Fire Authority (Smoke Detectors / Fire Safety) 102 Remington St, Ft Collins 80524 970-221-6570

WELD COUNTY RSVP Handyman Program Minor Repairs Central UNC Campus - Roudebush Cottage, 80639 970-351-2588 Weld County Weatherization Program 813 E 18th St Unit 3, Greeley 80631 970-351-7772

HOME MEDICAL EQUIPMENT & SUPPLIES – LOAN CLOSETS Companies that provide/sell oxygen and respiratory equipment, wheelchairs and diabetic supplies for home use. Many companies can directly bill Medicare, Medicaid or private insurance.

Organizations that will loan equipment to those in need.

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Disabled Resource Services – 1017 Robertson St, Ste B Ft Collins , 80524 970-482-2700 – 118 E 29th St, Ste C Loveland , 80538 970-667-0816

Larimer Home Improvement Program 375 W 37th St, Ste 200, 80538 970-667-3232

Quota Club of Estes Park at Estes Park Medical Center 555 Prospect Ave, Estes Park 80517 970-586-2317

Loveland Snow Squad 970-962-2764

Veterans of Foreign War Auxillary – Loveland 305 Cleveland, Loveland 80537 970-667-4722

VOA Handyman Program (Minor Repairs) 405 Canyon Ave, Ft Collins 80521 970-472-9630

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Speech / Language Pathology & Audiology Clinic UNC Campus - Gunter Hall, Rm 0330, Greeley 80639 970-351-2012

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Laser cataract surgery Today’s world has benefitted from great advances in all aspects of modern medicine. Some of the most rewarding gains, in terms of outcomes for patients, have been within the field of cataract surgery.

Cataract surgery works to eliminate the blurry vision and glare caused by cataracts, which can form in the lens of the aging eye. Traditionally, this has been accomplished by using a combination of surgical technique, scalpels and ultrasound.

Recently there have been advances in the procedure of cataract removal, which now utilizes laser and optical coherence (OCT) technology. This breakthrough has resulted in greater safety and accuracy, and improved outcomes for patients.

Femtosecond laser assisted cataract surgery is now available nationwide, and the results from cataract surgery have never been better. This new technology utilizes the power and accuracy of laser energy to replace many of the critical steps in traditional cataract surgery and also optimizes the execution of these steps to maximize safety and accuracy. These processes are multifactorial in their scope of effect on the eye.

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so a knife or scalpel is no longer required. These incisions are designed to be multi-planar, which allows for a higher level of wound sealing without sutures. The laser treats corneal astigmatism, which reduces the need for glasses following surgery. The laser also opens the natural capsule, which envelops the cataract, with a roundness, centration and precision that no human hand can duplicate.

Additionally, the laser fragments the cataract, which decreases the amount of ultrasound energy required to break up the lens opacity.

This theoretically is safer for the delicate endothelial cells on the inner surface of the cornea.

The face of modern medicine constantly is changing to improve the lives of people with all manner of disease, and age-related degenerations.

Cataract surgery is among the leaders of this continuum with Laser Assisted Cataract Surgery. Bladeless cataract surgery has already helped thousands of patients in northern Colorado. Ask your eye doctor if you are a candidate for this remarkable new technology.

Editor’s Note: This article was submitted by Karl Olsen, MD, a Cataract and Refractive surgeon at the Eye Center of Northern Colorado. He can be reached at 970 221-2222 or by email at: Marketing@eyecenternoco.com.

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Long Term Care Insurance (LTCI) can be very daunting and intimidating for just about anyone outside of an insurance agent or financial planner.

There are so many nuances and requirements that it’s very important to read your policy in full and follow the exact procedures the policy outlines in order to qualify for coverage. Every policy is different and ultimately it is up to you, the policyholder, to submit the correct information. This article is intended as a very basic guide to LTCI, it is not legal or financial advice.

How do I qualify for my LTCI? When is the best time to use it?

Should I wait or should I proceed with a claim? What is the maximum daily limit? What is the maximum lifetime benefit? How do I get reimbursed? To whom does the claim get paid? All of these are very important questions.

To be eligible for any type of benefit under most policies, your Physician may be required to show that you meet one of the three following benefit qualifiers: n

What is an Elimination Period?

The best way to describe an elimination period is simple. It’s basically the same thing as a deductible or cash out of pocket the policy holder must pay before the benefits begin to be paid. Typically the elimination period is 0-100 days, but there are several important questions to ask.

How does the policy qualify these days? Do they require service days?

Calendar days? What counts as “one service day”? These are very important questions to ask when you call to review your policy. Knowing what to ask may save you money and headache.

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Medical Necessity: (Acute or chronic illness) Loss of Functional Capacity: (Assistance with ADL’s: Activities of Daily Living) Cognitive Impairment: Dementia or other cognitive impairment requiring daily monitoring.

All too often we attempt to understand and activate our LTCI due to family crisis. When it comes to LTCI, it can save you both time and money if you understand your policy ahead time. Even if you don’t currently need care we recommend contacting either your insurance agent or a home care company for a free assessment. This will help you understand your coverage and plan for future needs.

Editor’s Note: This article was written and submitted by Lisa Olsen with Amada Senior Care – Northern Colorado.

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HOME MEDICAL EQUIPMENT – LOAN CLOSETS continued WELD COUNTY Connections for Independent Living 1331 8th Ave, Greeley 80631 970-352-8682 Carbon Valley Recreation Ctr 6615 Frederick Wy, Frederick 80530 303-833-2739

HOsPiCE Hospices provide individuals facing terminal illness with care at home or in a healthcare facility. The goal is to assist patients to live the last stage of their lives with dignity. The focus is on comfort rather than treatment. For a list of hospices please see our NEW Hospice comparison grid on page 88-89. ***

Salud Family Health Center 1950 Redtail Hawk Dr Estes Park 80517 970-586-9230 FIRESTONE Carbon Valley Medical Center 6600 Firestone Blvd, Firestone 80504 303-833-8880 FORT COLLINS

Banner Fort Collins Medical Center (ad on page 35) 4700 Lady Moon Dr Ft Collins 80528 970-669-4640

Health District of Northern Larimer County 120 Bristlecone Dr Ft Collins 80524 970-224-5209

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Poudre Valley Hospital 1024 S Lemay Ave, Ft Collins 80524 970-495-7000

United Medical Center 549 Mountain Ave, Berthoud 80513 970-532-4644

Salud Family Health Ctr 1635 Blue Spruce Dr, Ft Collins 80524 970-494-4040

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VA Medical Clinic 2509 Research Blvd, Ft Collins 80526 970-224-1550

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East Morgan County Hospital – Banner Health (ad on page 35) 2400 W Edison St, Brush 80723 970-842-6200 ESTES PARK Estes Park Medical Center 555 Prospect Ave, Estes Park 80517 970-586-2317

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Banner Health is proud to offer you excellent patient-centered care in your Northern Colorado community. Whether you receive care in one of our award-winning hospitals, Banner Health Clinics or Centers, or from any other Banner care provider, you will see and experience the Banner Health difference. When it comes to your health care, we invite you to choose Banner Health, where we make a difference in people’s lives by providing excellent patient care.

North Colorado Medical Center McKee Medical Center East Morgan County Hospital Sterling Regional MedCenter Banner Fort Collins Medical Center Banner Medical Group

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FORT MORGAN Colorado Plains Medical Center 1000 Lincoln St, Ft Morgan 80701 970-867-3391 GREELEY

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Northern Colorado Rehab Hospital (ad on page 54-55) 4401 Union St, Johnstown 80534 970-619-3400

Greeley Medical Clinic 1900 16th St, Greeley 80631 970-353-1551

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McKee Medical Center – Banner Health

(ad on page 35) 2000 Boise Ave, Loveland 80538 970-669-4640 Medical Ctr of the Rockies 2500 Rocky Mtn Av, Loveland 80538 970-624-2500

Sterling Regional Med Center – Banner Health (ad on page 35) 615 Fairhurst St, Sterling 80751 970-522-0122 HOsPiTALs – LONg-TERM ACuTE CARE

Northern Colorado Long Term Acute Hospital (ad on page 37) 4401A Union St, Johnstown 80534 970-619-3663

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Vibra is accredited by the Joint Commision and certified by CMS. We accept Medicare and most commercial insurance plans.

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Vista View Care Center is a SNF located within a hospital setting.

Vibra Hospital is an acute care hospital providing care to patients needing extended hospitalization for complex medical conditions.

We are committed to innovative, costeffective healthcare that significantly enhances the quality of life for our patients.

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We understand that YOU HAVE A CHOICE when it comes to your post-acute care. At Northern Colorado Long Term Acute Hospital (NCLTAH) we provide advanced long-term acute care, including critical care for patients who require time to heal from catastrophic or chronic illness or injury.

Some of the exceptional features: • All private rooms • An 4-bed high observation/critical care unit • State-of-the-art equipment including specialty beds in all patient rooms, cardiac monitoring equipment, and mechanical ventilators for those patients requiring respiratory support • Excellent physical rehabilitation resources including a patient therapy gym, an activities of daily living suite, and a family day room • Fully monitored rooms with equipment alarms to the central nursing station

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• A clinical team of highly trained medical professionals representing a variety of specialty services

To learn more about NCLTAH and our services, visit our website at

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Long term Acute Hospitals Long term acute care hospitals (LtAcH’s) (LTACH’S) provide specialized medical, nursing, and rehabilitation services for patients who need more advanced care for their recovery process, but who no longer require services in a traditional acute care hospital.

Patients typically have a chronic or medically complex medical condition that requires hospitalization for an average of 25 days or more in a facility that offers a 24/7 specialized treatment program.

LTACs are Post-Acute Care hospitals… they are not to be confused with Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs). appropriate conditions treated in the long Term acute Hospital are: n Medically Complex n Respiratory Disorders including Tracheostomy n Ventilator Dependent n Cardiac/Cardiovascular Conditions n Renal Disease n Wound Care n Reconstructive and Extended Post-Surgical Care n Rehabilitation Related Diagnosis with Complex or Tertiary Needs n Oncology The top admitting diagnoses in the long Term acute Hospital are: n Respiratory Failure (Ventilator weaning, high flow oxygen) n Infectious Disease (IV antibiotics, infection monitoring)

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The following differentiates lTaCs from other levels of care: n Attending Physician and Consultants: – Daily Hospitalist Rounding – Pulmonologists – Nephrologists – Surgical Specialists – Physiatrists (PM&R) n Procedures: – Dialysis – Bronchoscopies & Chest Tube Management – X-Ray – Line Placement (Central lines, PICC lines) – Telemetry/ Cardiac Monitoring & Continuous Pulse Oximetry – Wound Debridement n Medications – Pharmacist on site – IV therapies (abx, etc.)

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LIBRARIES Many libraries provide special services for seniors and those with physical impairments. Main libraries will provide satellite library information.

LARIMER COUNTY Berthoud Library 236 Welch Ave, Berthoud 80513 970-532-2757 Windsor-Severance Library 720 3rd St, Windsor 80550 970-686-5603 Council Tree Library 2733 Council Tree Ave, Ft Collins 80525 970-221-6740 Erie Community Library 400 Powers St, Erie 80516 720-685-5200 Estes Valley Library 335 E Elkhorn Ave, Estes Park 80517 970-586-8116 Harmony Library 4616 S Shields, Ft Collins 80526 970-204-8400

Editor’s Note: This article was written by Daniel Asadi, DO, Diplomat, American Board of Internal Medicine & Medical Director at Northern Colorado Long Term Acute Hospital, Johnstown, CO. The NCLTAH team of professional can be reached at 970-619-3663. See ad on page 37.

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Old Town Library 201 Peterson, Ft Collins 80522 970-221-6740 Red Feather Library 71 Firehouse Ln, Red Feather Lakes 80545 970-881-2664 Wellington Library 3800 Wilson Ave, Wellington 80549 970-568-3040 MORGAN COUNTY East Morgan County Library 500 Clayton St, Brush 80723 970-842-4596 Fort Morgan Public Library 414 Main St, Ft Morgan 80701 970-542-4000 WELD COUNTY Carbon Valley Regional Library 7 Park Ave, Firestone 80504 888-861-7323 Continued on next page Indicates website link on seniorsbluebook.com

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LIBRARIES continued Centennial Park Library 2227 23rd Ave, Greeley 80634 888-861-7323 Eaton Public Library 132 Maple Ave, Eaton 80615 888-861-7323 Farr Regional Library 1939 61st Ave, Greeley 80634 888-861-7323 Ft Lupton Library 425 S Denver Ave, Ft Lupton 80621 303-857-7180 Glenn A. Jones, M.D. Memorial Library 400 S Parish Ave, Johnstown 80534 970-587-2459 Hudson Public Library 100 S Beech St, Hudson 80642 303-536-4550 Kersey Library 413 1st St, Kersey 80644 888-861-7323

Lincoln Park Library 919 7th St, Greeley 80631 888-861-7323 Mobile Services – Weld County 888-861-7323 Northern Plains Public Library 216 2nd St, Ault 80610 970-834-1259 Platteville Public Library 504 Marion Ave, Platteville 80651 970-785-2231 Riverside Library & Cultural Center 3700 Golden St , Evans 80620 888-861-7323

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seniors Returning to the Workplace continued from page 21 Enlist Help from the Community Free and low-cost services are available for job-seekers of all ages, while others are specifically for seniors.

SER Colorado Program SER provides paid training for low-income, unemployed seniors.

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classes and personalized support services to help individuals reach their career goals. Classes are offered on a sliding scale fee based on household income.

401 Linden Street Fort Collins, CO 80524 970-482-4357 Editor’s Note: This article was submitted

by Heather Meyer who is the Education and Employment Center Director for The Matthews House. She may be reached at 970-482-4357 or by email at: heather@ TheMatthewsHouse.org

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Did you know that cannabis can be appreciated in more ways than combusting or vaporizing? In fact edible and topical use can provide consumers with optimal therapeutic value.

Many patients and customers find comfort from day to day pain as well as relief from their daily pharmaceutical regimen using some of the innovative cannabis products on the market.

Apothecanna specializes in cannabis infused lotions, salves, and lip-balm. The regular strength Pain Crème is a reasonably priced introductory product for the first time cannabis consumer. The Extra

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Strength Pain Crème is recommended for experienced cannabis users; it is described as soothing and comforting. The Lip Buzz lip balm, while not intoxicating to the lips, has a wonderful healing effect for those have been too exposed to sometimes intense Colorado wind, frigid and dry temperatures, and sun. Topicals are advantageous in alleviating a wide spectrum of physical ailments including arthritis, joint pain, aching muscles, painful muscle tensions, and a variety of skin conditions.

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the therapeutic benefits of cannabinoids like CBC, CBD, THCa, and CBN as well as many different delivery mediums with scalable dosage options. These cannabanoids are linked to relief from pain, cramps, spasms, and nausea with anti-inflammatory properties. Mary’s Transdermal Patches have gained a reputation for long lasting relief.

The dosing of the 10mg and 20mg patches can be scaled down by tailoring the patches to varying shapes and sizes. Mary’s Transdermal Pens are dispensed in 2mg doses of crème. Pens are easily applied and stored and the effects match the qualities of the patches. Thus, this product is great for patients or customers who need a targeted dosage greater than the patches can provide. Mary’s also packages their CBD and CBN extracts into 5mg capsules. Capsules are an excellent low dose, yet scalable, with similar effects as the patches and pens. Capsules can have a more immediate effect than transdermal

application. Mary’s Medicinal has great customer outreach through their webpage, customer surveys, and a toll-free 1-800 number that connects you to a registered nurse for guidance.

Edible products are carried for a wide variety of ailments. The Dixie Elixir company markets elixirs, tinctures, mints, capsules, and chocolates. Their 50/50 CBD:THC Synergy Tincture has been a hit for customers who are seeking a controllable high CBD edible option.

Many patients use a few doses of the Dixie Tinctures for sleep aid and pain relief. Dixie 10mg Mints are an excellent scalable option for customers who need a quick, discreet, and controllable product. Mints come in two varieties: Relaxing Mint, for pain relief and sleep aid and Awakening Mint, for pain relief.

Editor’s Note: This article was written

by Rich Fordham of Choice Organics and may be reached at 970-472-6337.

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Medicare, the nation’s largest health insurance program, provides health insurance for Americans. Medicaid is a federal and state program based largely on income guidelines.

Insurance Counseling 231 Main St, Ste 211, Ft Morgan 80701 970-867-9409 Medicaid 2950 9th St, Ft Lupton 80621 303-857-4052

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Medicare Choices Helpline (including Drug Plan) 800-633-4227

Aspen Club – Greeley 2000 16th St, Greeley 80631 970-313-2796

Centura Health Links 888-696-7213

Medicaid – Social Services 315 N 11th Ave, Greeley 80631 970-352-1551

ESTES PARK Medicaid – Human Services 1601 Brodie Ave, Estes Park 80517 970-577-2150

RSVP – Medicare Counsel Central UNC Campus - Roudebush Cottage, Greeley 80631 970-351-2588

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Catholic Charities 460 Linden Center Dr, Ft Collins 80524 970-484-5010

Aspen Club – Loveland 2500 Rocky Mountain Av, Loveland 80538 970-624-1860

Medicaid Benefits Helper (Elderhaus) 970-498-7760

Medicaid – Human Services 205 E 6th St, Loveland 80537 970-679-4451

Medicaid – Options for LTC 1501 Blue Spruce Dr, Ft Collins 80524 970-498-7780

The Seasons Club at McKee 2000 N Boise Ave, Loveland 80538 970-635-4097

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Aspen Club – Fort Collins 1025 S Garfield, Ft Collins 80524 970-495-8560

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Medicare 2015 “In A Nutshell” (Parts A, B & Medigap Plans)

Original Medicare is a government health insurance program primarily for people age 65 and older. It has four main parts: A, B, C & D. The chart below is an example of how Parts A & B work together with a traditional Medicare supplement also known as a "Medigap Plan."

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Generally no cost

For most people the monthly cost is: $104.90.

Premium varies by company, State, & other factors.

$147 annual deductible.

These plans generally pay the A & B deductibles and other eligible costs that are not paid by Medicare.

Program has a $1,260 deductible per benefit period.

80/20 after deductible.

It is possible to pay $1,260 several times a year.

Plan covers: inpatient hospital care, home health care services, hospice inpatient skilled nursing & more.

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Plan covers: health care providers, ambulance, emergency department, outpatient surgical services, & more.

Strong preventive care benefits.

Many Doctors accept Medicare patients.

No out-of-pocket maximum.

Limited coverage outside the USA. Many people choose to add a Medigap or Advantage Plan.

No out-of-pocket maximum.

Many people add a Medigap plan, Part D or an Advantage Plan to fill the "gaps" in the coverage.

When this plan coordinates with Medicare many benefits are covered 100%.

These plans coordinate with any hospital or provider that accepts Medicare.

Plans are available though insurance companies.

People can add a Part D plan to cover prescription drugs.

Must have Part A & B to enroll.

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(Part C Advantage Plans & Part D)

Medicare Advantage plans are part of the Medicare Program.

However, they are not the same as Medigap policies.

These plans must cover all benefits of Original Medicare and can include Part D prescription drug coverage.

Advantage Plans Part C INSTEAD OF MEDIGAP PLAN

Medicare Part D DRUG PROGRAM

Premium varies by company and coverage.

(Same premium for all ages) Plans are offered by insurance companies.

Premium varies by company and coverage.

(Same premium for all ages) Plans are offered by insurance companies.

Plans are generally a variation of the following:

Companies have annual contracts with Medicare.

(The Part B premium is still paid) There are many plan types available: PPO, HMO, PFFS, etc.

Plans may have co-pays or coinsurance for the covered benefits & services.

Preventive care is covered 100%.

Plans have an out-of pocket maximum.

Plans may have additional services and discounts, the emergency room is covered worldwide.

There is an Annual Election Period (AEP) to make changes in plans or coverage.

Must have Part A & B to enroll.

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Medicare 2015 “In A Nutshell”

Deductable (Phase I) $0 -$320 deductible Inital Coverage (Phase II) co-pay coverage until the total cost of the drugs = $2,960 Coverage Gap (Phase III) The member now pays almost all costs: 65% coinsurance or co-pay for covered generic drugs.

45% coinsurance for covered brand name drugs.

You stay here until member has paid $4,700 Catastrophic Coverage (Phase IV) Then for the rest of the calendar year covered drugs are: $2.65 / $6.60 or 5% depending on drug tier.

Many Part C plans include Part D drug benefits.

Part D can be separate with medigap & PFFS plans.

There is a penalty for late enrollnet into Part D. Must have Part A or B to enroll

This information is the opinion of the author and intended as an easy to read summary. This is not a contract.

Additional limitations and exclusions may apply to services. In the event of any inconsistencies with Medicare or with a published medical insurers certificate, the certificate / Medicare will control. Prepared 10/2014

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FORT MORGAN / STERLING

FORT COLLINS Mountain Crest Behavioral Hospital 4601 Corbett Dr, Ft Collins 80528 970-207-4800

Older Adult & Caregiver Services – Lutheran Family Services (ad on page 13) 2032 Lowe St #200, Fort Collins 80525 970-232-1180

North Range Behavioral Health (Pro Bono) 1306 11th Ave, Greeley 80631 970-353-3686

Clear View Behavioral Health (ad on page 46)

Veterans Clinic 702 W Drake Rd, Ste C, Ft Collins 80526 970-221-5176

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Centennial Mental Health 910 E Railroad Ave, Ft Morgan 80701 970-867-4924

4770 Larimer Parkway, Johnstown 80534 970-461-5061 LOVELAND Touchstone Health Partners 1250 N Wilson, Loveland 80537 970-494-9870

Peak View Behavioral Health is dedicated to providing quality care promoting growth & structure for clients & families in a therapeutic setting.

HOSPITAL SERVICES • Inpatient and Outpatient Services available • Individual, Group, Family & Recreational Therapy • Medication Management Accepts Medicare, • Medical, Nursing & Case Medicaid, Tricare

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7353 Sisters Grove Colorado Springs 80923 719-444-8484

MOVE MANAGEMENT & ORGANIZING SERVICES

Integrity Transitions

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Kid Gloves (ad on page 47) 970-449-2309

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Why should I Hire a senior When deciding to move, simplify Move Manager®? surroundings, or transition to a new quality of life, Senior Move Management professionals assist older adults and their families by partnering to create a personalized overall transition and implementation plan.

Services provided vary by company, but most Senior Move Managers® can help with planning for a part or full solution to the following: n

Many people find the physical and emotional tasks associated with a move overwhelming. These changes, especially organizing and downsizing the amount of items accumulated over years, can be particularly difficult for Seniors who have lived in their same home for 30, 40, or 50 years.

When hiring a Senior Move Manager®, clients and their families reduce stress and relax during the move or transition while leaving the details and hard work to an expert!

Oftentimes families are willing to help, but they have limited time due to work schedules, minimal vacation time, being geographically dispersed, and/or obligations at their home. These factors delay the downsizing tasks and ultimately increase the costs associated with the transition. Senior Move Management Professionals help facilitate the transition for everyone involved using their extensive knowledge of resources to reduce the length of time and profitably disposing of unwanted items, saving clients’ time and money overall.

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Developing an overall move or downsizing plan Organizing, sorting, packing, moving, unpacking, and setting up a new home Customized floor plans Arranging for the most profitable overall solution to the disposition of unwanted items through auctions, donations, clean outs, or a combination of solutions Arranging shipments to family and/or storage n Related additional services, such as hiring a handyman, cleaning, and preparing the home to be sold or rented.

Most Senior Move Managers® offer a free consultation. The goal is to partner with clients on creating a personalized plan showing how their move can be simplified. Clients can then sit back, relax, enjoy, and leave the details to a professional for the best move ever!

Editor’s Note: This article was submitted

by Troy & Shannon Stromme, Owners of Integrity Transitions, LLC. They may be reached at 970-690-7360 or by email at IntegrityTransitionsCO@gmail.com.

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Advanced Healthcare Physical Medicine

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PET CARE Elder Pet Care 909 N College Ave, Ft Collins 80524 970-493-2657 Ft Collins Spay / Neuter (low cost spay and neuter) 2321 E Mulberry St, Unit 9, Ft Collins 80524 970-484-1861 Continued on page 52

What Is Peripheral More than 20 million Americans Neuropathy? suffer from Peripheral Neuropathy, a condition caused by damage to the nerves.

Peripheral nerves transfer information to and from the brain while transporting signals to the spinal cord and the rest of the body. When damage occurs, the nerves cannot function properly, consequently causing symptoms characterized by varying degrees of sensory disturbances. The pain can affect your everyday activities, including your work, your play, and ultimately your quality of life.

Symptoms & Causes of Neuropathy There are many symptoms of Peripheral Neuropathy, which is essentially damage to the peripheral nerve system. Some would describe

it as wearing an invisible ‘glove,’ extreme electric-like sensitivity to the touch, burning, or walking on pins and needles.

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There are over 100 different kinds of peripheral nerve disorders or neuropathies. Some are the results of a disease like diabetes while others can be triggered by a virus infection.

Still others are the result of an injury or compression on the nerves. No matter where the problems begin, it is imperative nerve disorders are resolved as soon as possible to prevent permanent damage.

HOW DO YOU KNOW IF YOU HAVE PERIPHERAL NERVE DAMAGE? The following symptoms may start gradually and then get worse: • Numbness • Pain when you walk • Sharp electrical-like pain • Burning or tingling

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Peripheral neuropathy may be either inherited or acquired through disease or trauma. In many cases, an exact cause cannot be identified.

Neuropathy may contribute to emotional stress and depression Many people suffering with pain don’t realize that the symptoms could be due to Peripheral Neuropathy. It is a condition that can be misdiagnosed or ignored until it is unbearable. This can affect all aspects of your life and may even cause emotional stress or depression. If you are experiencing severe pain, it’s essential to be treated immediately.

Is there a lasting treatment for the symptoms of Neuropathy?

A local doctor from Advanced Healthcare, Dr. Irwin, explains how a breakthrough technology along with advanced treatments provides the body with everything it needs to

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heal the damaged nerves. The non-surgical treatment offers a real option for lasting relief with little discomfort and no prescription drugs.

Most patients who undergo the treatments feel pain relief after the first few visits. The combination of treatments helps to restore, stabilize, and rebuild the nerves in your extremities. In many cases the results also go beyond neuropathy and have been helpful for conditions such as chronic pain, arthritis, and MS. Editor’s Note: This article was submitted

by Dr. Nathan Irwin. Dr. Irwin is a doctor with Advanced Healthcare and may be reached at 970-673-4295 or by email at Myadvhc@gmail.com. See ad page 50.

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PET CARE continued from page 49 Humane Society of Larimer Cty 6317 Kyle Av, Ft Collins 80525 970-226-3647 Pets Forever (in-home pet care) 300 W Drake, Ft Collins 80523 970-491-7984 Prevent Unwanted Pets (PUP) 970-226-2416

PREsCRiPTiON AssisTANCE – DisCOuNTED MEDiCATiONs AARP Prescription Discount Prog 800-456-2277 National Council on Aging Benefits CheckUp (www.benefitscheckup.org) 202-479-1200 Developed and maintained by The National Council on Aging (NCOA).

BenefitsCheckUp is the nation’s most comprehensive Web-based service to screen for benefits programs for seniors with limited income and resources.

Lily Patient Assistance Program 877-795-4559 Medicare Prescription Drug Card 800-633-4227 Merck Patient Assistance Program 800-727-5400 Novartis Medicare Rx 800-620-3292 Pharmaceutical Assistance for the Aged & Disabled (PAAD) 800-792-9745 Prescriptions Benefits 800-377-1614

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Prescription Pathways 866-706-2400 ESTES PARK Crossroads Ministry 851 Dry Gulch Rd, Estes Park 80517 970-577-0610 FORT COLLINS Disabled Resource Services 1017 Robertson St, Ste B, Ft Collins 80524 970-482-2700/667-0816 Health District of Northern Larimer – Prescription Assistance Program 120 Bristlecone Dr, Ft Collins 80524 970-416-6519 GREELEY North Colorado Medical Center 1801 16th St, Greeley 80631 970-352-4121 United Way 814 9th St, Greeley 80632 970-353-4300 LOVELAND Disabled Resource Services 118 E 29th St, Ste C , Loveland 80538 970-667-0816 House of Neighborly Service 1511 E 11th St, Ste 100, Loveland 80537 970-667-4939 Loveland Community Health Ctr 450 N Cleveland Ave, Loveland 80538 970-669-4855 McKee Medical Center 2000 Boise Ave, Loveland 80538 970-820-4017

REAL ESTATE SERVICES

Keller Williams Realty – Margaret Hess (ad on page 53) 606 Mountain View Ave, Ste 100 Longmont 80501 303-776-3200

Rehabilitation Facilities offer full restorative therapies such as Physical, Occupational, Speech, and sometimes Respiratory therapies and can be offered in a variety of settings including standalone buildings or as part of a clinical practice or existing skilled-care nursing facility. Rehabilitation Facilities can only be accessed following a hospital stay as an inpatient in a general hospital setting which has lasted for a certain number of days. Refer to our Skilled Nursing grid on pages 120-123 for an overview of skilled nursing center rehabs and the in-patient/ out-patient services they provide.

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REHABILITATION HOSPITALS

REHABILITATION FACILITIES

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Rehabilitation Hospitals, sometimes referred to as Inpatient Rehabilitation Hospitals, provide intensive rehab to patients who are generally medically stable but need help to recover from injury or other medical conditions. They can be found within a hospital or in a free-standing building. Rehabilitation hospitals were created to provide services less costly on a per diem basis than general hospitals but provide a high level of professional therapies such as physical, occupational and speech therapies. Rehabilitation Hospitals must offer a minimum number of physician visits, increased daily rehab hours (3 hours/day, 5 days/week of PT, OT, and/or Speech), and interdisciplinary services including increased RN oversight and nursing hours per day.

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4401 Union St, Johnstown 80534 970-619-3400

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ehabilitation is a medical specialty that helps people recovering from disabling diseases or injuries such as strokes, brain, spinal cord, or orthopedic injuries.

“Rehabilitation helps patients to improve their quality of life and reduce subsequent illnesses or problems,” says Dr. Revelyn Arrogante, Medical Director of Northern Colorado Rehabilitation Hospital. “The goal is to help a person reach the highest level of function possible – physically and cognitively. For some, this may mean learning to walk again or how to maneuver a wheelchair. For others, it may mean learning how to communicate with loved ones.”

For Judy Hartman, a Scottsbluff resident, it meant getting her life back.

Today, you can find Hartman gardening, camping, swimming, or even jet skiing. But two years ago, she thought none of this was possible.

After a serious car accident, she was left in a wheelchair and could only walk about 5 feet with assistance. She was referred to Northern Colorado Rehabilitation Hospital.

“Even though it was more than two hours away, I was so glad I could get treatment at a hospital that’s nationally known for its care,” Hartman says. “I would have traveled even further to reach them if I had to.”

Patients like Hartman who receive rehabilitative services often experience positive results in regaining or improving productivity and independence. For example, a national study commissioned by the ARA Research Institute, shows that patients treated in inpatient rehabilitation facilities live longer, have less hospital and ER visits, and remain longer in their homes without additional outpatient services.

With Hartman, after 10 days of individualized therapy – and much determination – she could walk on her own, perform daily activities and was able to go home.

“While I don’t wish for anyone to need these services, the good news is that we have rehabilitative services available to us right here in Johnstown that are recognized among the top 10 percent nationally,” Arrogante says.

Hartman agrees. “They are my Angel Army,” she says. “They provided me with optimal conditions to heal and find peace. Two years later, I’m still so thankful and overwhelmed by the staff’s care and compassion.”

Editor’s note: This article was written by Northern Colorado Rehabilitation Hospital. The NCRH team of professionals can be reached at 970-619-3400.

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• Physiatrist-Led Multi-Disciplinary Team • Certified Rehabilitation Nurses • 24-Hour Nursing Care • On-Site Pharmacy • 6,000 Square Foot Therapy Gym • Aquatic Therapy Pool • 40 PRIVATE Rooms • Earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for its Stroke Program

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Northern Colorado Rehabilitation Hospital (NCRH) is designed solely for the provision of SPECIALIZED rehabilitative care and is the only FREESTANDING acute rehabilitation hospital serving northern Colorado. YOU HAVE A CHOICE and NOT ALL rehabilitation providers are the same. Our physician-led clinical care team provides COMPREHENSIVE physical medicine and rehabilitation services designed to help patients return home at their highest level of independence. Our exclusive rehabilitation hospital features include:

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REsPiTE CARE Respite is a period of rest or relief for those who give constant care to an ill person. In addition to those listed here many skilled nursing and assisted living facilities offer this service. Call them directly about fees, availability and accommodations. Please refer to our housing grids on pages 104-112 and 120-123 for a complete list.

AltaVita Assisted Living & Memory Care Centre (ad on page 118) 800 S Fordham St, Longmont 80503 303-300-3700 Alzheimer’s Association of Colorado 415 Peterson St, Ft Collins 80524 970-472-9798 Family Caregiver Support Program 2601 Midpoint Dr, Ste 112, Ft Collins 80525 970-498-7750

FirstLight Home Care

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Volunteers of America (VOA) Caring Companions 405 Canyon Ave, Ft Collins 80521 970-472-9630

sENiOR ACTiViTiEs & ENTERTAiNMENT Rocky Mountain Senior Games 1010 6th St, Greeley 80631 970-350-9433 Encourages male and female athletes age 50 and up to compete in a variety of 56 NORTHERN COLORADO - SEPTEMBER 2015-2016

athletics including swimming, cycling, archery, bowling, volleyball, softball, and dozens more! Senior athletes have the opportunity to qualify every other year for competition at the national level. www. rockymountainseniorgames.com

sENiOR CENTERs Senior centers are gathering places for seniors who are still active and are seeking a place for planned activities, friendship, and planned programs. Lunches are usually served, and transportation may be available.

LARIMER COUNTY Bellvue Senior Center 2929 N Country Rd 23, Bellvue 80512 970-482-0406 Berthoud Comm Center 248 Welch Ave, Berthoud 80513 970-532-2730 Chilson Senior Center 700 E 4th St, Loveland 80537 970-962-2783 Estes Park Senior Center 220 4th St, Estes Park 80517 970-586-2996 Ft Collins Senior Center 1200 Raintree Dr, Ft Collins 80526 970-221-6644 Northside Aztlan Comm Center 112 E Willow, Ft Collins 80524 970-221-6655 Wellington Sr Ctr 3800 Wilson Ave, Wellington 80549 970-817-2293

MORGAN COUNTY Brush Senior Center 612 Ray St, Brush 80723 970-842-4740 Ft Morgan Senior Center 110 Sherman St, Ft Morgan 80701 970-542-3922

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La Salle Senior Center 101 Todd Ave, La Salle 80645 970-284-5714 Legacy Senior Center 1325 3rd St, Eaton 80615 970-454-3411

WELD COUNTY

Milliken Senior Center 1101 Broad St, Milliken 80543 970-587-2484

Ault Senior Center 204 1st St, Ault 80610 970-834-1325

Pierce Senior Center 221 W Main St, Pierce 80650 970-834-2655

Erie Community Center – Active Adults 450 Powers St, Erie 80516 303-926-2795

Carbon Valley Recreation Center 6615 Frederick Wy, Frederick 80530 303-833-2739

Evans Senior Center 1100 37th St, Evans 80620 970-339-5344 x125 Ft Lupton Recreation Center 203 S Harrison, Ft Lupton 80621 303-857-4200

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Windsor Community Recreation Center 250 N 11th St, Windsor 80550 970-674-3500

SENIOR ORGANIZATIONS & SERVICES

Greeley Sr Activities Center 1010 6th St, Greeley 80631 970-350-9440

These senior organizations, such as government, non-profit, and community organizations were created to assist seniors in many areas of their lives.

Greeley Rodarte Center 920 A St, Greeley 80631 970-350-9430

AARP 866-554-5376

Johnstown Senior Center 101 W Charlotte St, Johnstown 80534 970-587-5251

Colorado Hospice Association 7400 E Arapahoe Rd, Ste 211, Centennial 80112 303-694-4728

Kersey Senior Center 415 1st St, Kersey 80644 970-352-8394

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SENIOR ORGANIZATIONS & SERVICES continued Group to Alleviate Smoking Pollution (GASP of Colorado) 303-444-9799 A statewide nonprofit organization that educates the public about the dangers of secondhand smoke (including e-cigarettes and marijuana) and advocates for smoke-free policies at work, in public places, and in multi-unit housing. Provides lists of smoke-free hotels, apartments (including senior living), and condos online. Visit gaspforair.org United Way – 211 www.firstcall211.org 2-1-1 is a phone number that connects the public to a local agency that can provide information about services, as well as refer callers’ to appropriate programs to meet their needs.

FORT COLLINS Alzheimer’s Association of Colorado 415 Peterson St, Ft Collins 80524 970-472-9798 ARCH Information Assistance 2601 Midpoint Dr, Ste 112, Ft Collins 80525 970-498-7757 Advocates for Individuals in a Long Term Care Facility Aspen Club 1025 S Garfield, Ft Collins 80524 970-495-8560 Health and wellness services for 50+. No membership fees, health/education classes, social opportunities, Medicare education and counseling, health screenings, nutrition education and consultation.

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Eldercare Network – www.eldercarenet.org 970-495-3442 Elder Care Network’s purpose is to help inform caregivers (family members) locate information, community and other resources that support the process of caregiving.

Elderly Outreach Program (Catholic Charities) 460 Linden Center Dr, Ft Collins 80524 970-484-5010 Family Caregiver Support Program 2601 Midpoint Dr, Ste 112, Ft Collins 80524 970-498-7750 Larimer County Office on Aging 2601 Midpoint Dr, Ste 112, Ft Collins 80525 970-498-7750 Comprehensive planning unit advocating for the concerns of older adults.

Long-Term Care Ombudsman 2601 Midpoint Dr, Ste 112 Ft Collins 80525 970-498-7753/498-7754 Pathways: Programs for Grief & Loss 305 Carpenter Rd, Ft Collins 80525 970-663-3500 Pathways is a comprehensive support network and resource center offering support groups, professional counseling and education to anyone in Northern Colorado.

Pathways ranks in the top tier of similar programs nationwide.

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Volunteers of America (VOA) 405 Canyon Av, Ft Collins 80521 970-472-9630 Programs offered to assist seniors include: seniors’ nutrition program, retired & senior volunteer program (RSVP), foster grandparent program and handyman program and grocery assistance.

FORT LUPTON Catholic Charities 240 S Denver Ave, Ft Lupton 80621 303-857-0521 Outreach services, care management, support groups.

Recreation Community Complex Coordinator 203 S Harrison Ave, Ft Lupton 80621 303-857-4200 Coordinates recreation program for 50+, held with nutrition and Medicare services.

FORT MORGAN NE Colorado Association of Local Governments 231 Main St, Ste 211, Ft Morgan 80701 970-867-9409 x235 Comprehensive planning that advocates for the concerns of seniors.

GREELEY Aspen Club - Greeley 2000 16th St, Ste 3, Greeley 80631 970-313-2796 Catholic Charities Northern 1442 N 11th Ave, Greeley 80631 970-353-6433 Outreach services, care management, support groups, financial assistance.

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Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) Central UNC Campus, Greeley 80639 970-351-2588 Educates and counsels seniors on Medicare benefits, coverage gaps, medical bills and other insurance options. Assists with minor home repairs and shopping.

Weld County Area Agency on Aging 315 N 11th Ave Bldg C, Greeley 80631 970-346-6950 Plans, coordinates and advocates for the development of comprehensive community based long term care services for seniors.

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LOVELAND Aspen Club – Loveland 2500 Rocky Mountain Av, Loveland 80501 970-624-1860 Associated Vets of Loveland 305 N Cleveland, Loveland 80537 970-667-4722 Social & volunteer programs for veterans.

Catholic Charities Northern Senior Services 2100 Maple Dr Office, Loveland 80538 970-484-5010 Serves seniors with special emphasis on homebound, rural & Hispanic.

The Seasons Club at McKee 2000 Boise Ave, Loveland 80538 970-635-4097

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sOCiAL sECuRiTY General Information 800-772-1213 Larimer County Social Security 301 S Howes, Ft Collins 80521 866-336-7385 Weld Cty Social Security 5400 W 11th St, Ste A, Greeley 80634 877-405-9195

sOCiAL sERViCEs DEPARTMENTs Larimer County Human Services – Ft Collins 1501 Blue Spruce Dr, Ft Collins 80524 970-498-6300 – Loveland 205 E 6th St, Loveland 80537 970-679-4451 Morgan Cty Human Svcs 800 E Beaver Av, Ft Morgan 80701 970-542-3530 Weld Cty Dept of Human Svcs 315 N 11th Ave, Greeley 80632 970-352-1551

suPPORT gROuPs fOR sPECifiC iLLNEssEs Organizations that perform advocacy and support roles and inform the public about the latest research developments and provide assistance and support for specific ailments.

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Alzheimer’s Association 800-272-3900 American Cancer Society 800-227-2345 American Diabetes Association 800-342-2383 American Heart Association 800-242-8721 American Kidney Fund 800-638-8299 American Liver Foundation 800-465-4837 American Lung Association 800-586-4872 American Parkinson Disease Assoc 800-223-2732 American Speech Language and Hearing Association 800-638-8255 American Stroke Association 800-553-6321 Arthritis Foundation – Rocky Mountain Chapter 2280 S Albion St, Denver 80222 888-391-9389 Arthritis Information Hotline 800-283-7800 Center for Disease Control 800-232-4636 Colorado Hospice Association 7400 E Arapahoe Rd, Ste 211, Centennial 80112 303-694-4728 Easter Seals Society 800-221-6827 Continued on page 62

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be a very long course of illness.

It is the only one of the ten top causes of death in America with no treatment, prevention or cure.

It robs the person living with the disease of their memories and basic social skills, which can leave the caregiver feeling isolated even from the person they care for daily. In addition, studies have shown that caring for someone with Alzheimer’s can impact the caregiver’s health and cognitive function.

To help address the unique challenges of Alzheimer’s and dementia caregivers, the nonprofit ClergyAgainstAlzheimer’s has produced a book of meditations, Seasons of Caring – available at www.seasonsofcaring.org where you can read excerpts of the book free of charge. Grouped by seasons of the year, the book’s interfaith meditations offer spiritual support and motivational insights to comfort and encourage caregivers. Edited by Dr. Daniel C. Potts, Seasons of Caring features watercolors by his father, Lester, who began painting after being diagnosed with Alzheimer’s. Dr. Potts writes, “Alzheimer’s and other dementias are no respecters of persons. In this cold, dark reality, how do we share the warm hope of spring? We share our stories of having been there before, of having found faith’s fire in our

own cold reality.”

Another resource is the USAgainstAlzheimer’s Facebook Caregivers’ Community for those with Alzheimer’s, their family members and friends. Members share information and questions about caregiving and Alzheimer’s/dementia, share family updates and the stresses of caregiving, and provide advice, understanding and comfort to others. The group’s moderators have each been Alzheimer’s caregivers and maintain a warm, safe and supportive environment, offering advice from their personal experiences. The closed community is at https://www.facebook.com/groups/usagainstalz/.

Finally, please join USAgainst Alzheimer’s in demanding action to stop Alzheimer’s by going to www. usagainstalzheimers.org and adding your name.

I hope these resources will bring you new insights, comfort, courage and inspiration. Caregivers—particularly for those with Alzheimer’s and dementia—inspire us all.

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by Virginia Biggar, Director of ClergyAgainstAlzheimer’s, a national network of clergy, laity and faith organizations working to focus our nation’s attention on Alzheimer’s and related dementias, to promote dignity and compassionate care for those with Alzheimer’s, and to support families and caregivers.

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SUPPORT GROUPS FOR SPECIFIC ILLNESSES continued from page 60 Huntington’s Disease Society of America 800-345-4372 Leukemia and Lymphoma Society 800-286-8159 Lupus Foundation of America 800-558-0121 Lupus Colorado 303-597-4050 Multiple Sclerosis Society 800-344-4867 National Kidney Foundation 800-622-9010 National Osteoporosis Foundation 800-223-9994 National Parkinson’s Foundation 800-327-4545 National Stroke Association 800-787-6537 Parkinson Association of the Rockies 866-718-2996 Rocky Mountain Poison Center 800-222-1222 Sight & Hearing Association 800-992-0424 United Ostomy Association 800-826-0826 LARIMER COUNTY Call First Call Services Net 970-407-7066 or Dial 211 for more local groups.

Alcoholics Anonymous 155 N College Av, Ste 114 Ft Collins 80524 970-224-3552

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Alzheimer’s Association of Colorado 415 Peterson St, Ft Collins 80524 970-472-9798 Bereavement Support Group – Hospice of Estes Valley 970-586-2273 Diabetes Support 1024 S Lemay Ave, Ft Collins 80524 970-495-8205 Family Caregiver Support Program (Office on Aging) 2601 Midpoint Dr, Ste 112 Ft Collins 80525 970-498-7758 Grandparents Raising Grandchildren – LifeSpring Covenant Church (4th Mon 5:30-7:30) 743 S Dotsero Ave, Ft Collins 80537 970-667-4730 – Namaqua Center 404 E 7th St, Loveland 80537 970-669-7550 – Summitview Community Church (2nd Tues 6-8) 1601 W Drake, Ft Collins 80526 970-530-1000 Multiple Sclerosis Soc 1525 Riverside Av #A, Ft Collins 80524 970-482-5016 Pathways – Hospice of Larimer Cty 305 Carpenter Rd, Ft Collins 80525 970-663-3500

Stepping Stones Adult Day Program – Caregiver Support Program (ad on page 10) (3rd Thur 1:30- 3:30) 302 3rd St SE, Loveland 80538 970- 820-6871

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Alzheimer’s Association of Colorado – Evans 3001 8th Ave #100, Evans 80620 970-392-9202

Berthoud Area Transportation Service (BATS) 248 Welch St, Berthoud 80513 970-532-3049

American Cancer Society 8225 W 20th St #A, Greeley 80634 970-356-9727

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Grief Support Services by Hospice & Palliative Care of Northern Colorado 2726 W 11th Rd, Greeley 80634 970-352-8487 Hope Therapy Center Pain Support Group (1st & 3rd Thurs at 1:00) 2780 28th Ave, Greeley 80634 970-339-0011 MS Support Center (Connections for Independent Living) 1331 8th Ave, Greeley 80631 970-352-8682 Parkinson Support Group (4th Thurs at 10:00 am) 2780 28th Ave, Greeley 80634 970-339-2444 Vision Support Group (Connections for Independent Living) 1331 8th Ave, Greeley 80631 970-352-8682

Via – Scheduling Center 888-647-9768 FORT COLLINS

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Connecting Health 970-495-8560 The “Connecting Health” van is a free service that takes riders to designated medical locations in Fort Collins, Loveland and Greeley.

Dial-A-Ride 4414 E Harmony Rd, Ft Collins 80528 970-224-6066 Transfort (Ft Collins Bus Sys) 250 N Mason St, Ft Collins 80524 970-221-6620 SAINT (Senior Alternatives In Transportation) 333 W Drake Rd, Ste 42, Ft Collins 80526 970-223-8645 FORT MORGAN County Express 231 Main St, Ste 216, Ft Morgan 80701 970-867-6494 Continued on page 66

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Fairacres Manor continually strives to provide the highest quality care and quality of life to individuals residing in our community.

We measure outcomes and successes that are focused on areas our residents, family members and employees consider important. We welcome you to come take a tour and see the difference at Fairacres Manor.

• Post-acute rehabilitation care • Rehabilitation gym • Physical Therapy • Occupational Therapy • Certified Alzheimer’s specialist caregivers • Stimulating activities for those with dementia • Massage Therapy • Private rooms with telephones and TV’s for short term and long term stays • Bistro with espresso coffee, lunch specials and snacks

970.353.3370

12136 W. Bayaud Ave., Suite 200 Lakewood, CO 80228 303-238-3838 www.vivage.com

www.vivage.com/fairacres/ 1700 18th Ave., Greeley, Co 80631

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New Skilled Nursing Green House Homes • Located on the beautiful Mirasol Senior Living Community campus operated by the Housing Authority of the City of Loveland • Managed by nationally recognized Vivage Quality Health Partners • Six state-of-the-art homes, each having 10 private rooms and private baths • Offering services for complex clinical care, memory care and long-term care all in a person-directed home environment • Family atmosphere with open warm common spaces, gardens and courtyards • Elders can experience Real Home and Meaningful Life, cared for

by Empowered Staff • Part of national model evolved from The Eden Alternative®

For a personal tour or application, call or email: Lisa Bryant at lbryant@vivage.com or 970-342-2400

www.vivage.com/greenhouse/ 490 Mirasol Dr. Loveland, CO 80537

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GREELEY Senior Resource Services 800 8th Ave, Ste 145, Greeley 80631 970-352-9348 The Bus – Greeley Paratransit 970-350-9287 LOVELAND City of Loveland Transit (COLT) Bus Service 410 E 5th St, Loveland 80537 970-962-2700 SAINT (Senior Alternatives in Transportation) 970-223-8653

VETERAN sERViCEs NATIONAL Debt Management 800-827-0648 Education Benefits 888-442-4551 Health Benefits 877-222-8387 Insurance Center 800-669-8477 VA Benefits 800-827-1000 LARIMER COUNTY Larimer Cty Veterans Services 200 W Oak 5th Fl, Ft Collins 80522 970-498-7390 Continued on page 68

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‘Ninny’ to us kids. Today, over 30 years later it chokes me up knowing that she could have received 46 hours per month of FREE home care services through this unique program AND because she was a widow of a WWII Veteran! However, the care was never introduced because no one knew about it.”

Question: Have you heard of a ‘not-so-popular’ benefit called the Aid & Attendance through the VA? In 1952, Congress passed Title 38 of the US code creating the Department of Veteran’s Affair which authorized benefits for Veterans.

One of these benefits was the Aid & Attendance (a.k.a. the A & A) that was created to provide non-medical care for those that qualify. An incredibly powerful benefit that covers non-medical expenses of light house cleaning, bathing, meal prep, laundry, transportation, medication reminders, companionship and much more… again, if you ‘qualify.’

Qualification requirements include the following: n over 65 years old n Veteran served 90 days of active duty, one day during a major wartime (i.e. WWII, Korean, Vietnam) n be honorably discharged n have a medical condition causing them to need assistance with ADL’s (Activities of Daily Living)

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have limited income and assets (excluding home and car)

Fact: Traditional methods of getting ‘entitled’ with the A&A takes an estimated 6-15 months before care starts… why so long you ask?

Because most family members don’t understand the precision and articulation of the estimated 16-18 VA required forms. When these items are submitted to the VA, in most cases they’re sent incorrectly. So what is our estimated start of care?

It ranges from 2-4 weeks! It’s not voodoo or black magic but it does include an experienced staff.

Moreover, there are never any hidden fees or upfront costs and remember, once you’re entitled, the benefit can remain in effect for the rest of your life!

“I can only imagine how good life would have been for Ninny- had we known about this program so many years ago. My goal today is to NOT allow other ‘Ninny’s’ to go through life without the awareness of such an awesome and available offering!”

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Attention All Retired Veterans, Spouses & Their “As a young boy in the mid 80’s, I remember making home visits to my Widows – FREE Home then 85 year old, great-grandmother, Mrs. Tennie Frass, also known as Care Is Available Now!

Editor’s Note: This article was submitted by Steve Lee, Co-Owner & Founder of Veterans Aide at Home, a non-skilled home care agency dedicated to Veterans, Spouses and their Widows. He can be reached at 720-326-0319 or by email at steve@VeteransAideAH.com.

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VA Medical Clinic 2509 Research Blvd, Ft Collins 80524 970-224-1550 Vet Center – Counseling 702 W Drake Bldg C, Ft Collins 80526 970-221-5176

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MORGAN COUNTY Morgan County Veterans Service 413 Everett St, Brush 80723 970-842-4532

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Disabled Resource Services (Support services for low vision / blind) 970-581-5695 Eye Bank Association 1015 18th St NW, Ste 1010, WDC 20036 202-775-4999 Eye Care America 800-222-3937 Friends of Man 303-798-2342 ESTES PARK Salud Clinic – Lions Club Eyeglass Program 1950 Redtail Hawk Dr, Estes Park 80517 970-586-9230 FORT COLLINS

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Ensight Skills Center – Low Vision Rehab 3307 S College Ave #108, Ft Collins 80525 970-407-9999

VA Medical Clinic 2001 70th Ave #200, Greeley 80634 970-313-0027

Lions Club of Ft Collins (Eyeglass program for residents only) 970-377-2282

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Veterans Service Officer 1830 8th Ave, Greeley 80631 970-356-4000 x4767

VisiON REsOuRCEs Audio Information Network of Colorado 877-443-2001 Colorado Talking Books Library 800-685-2136

Catholic Charities Northern 240 S Denver Ave, Ft Lupton 80621 303-857-0521 FORT MORGAN Community Action Eye Program 231 Main St, Ste 211, Ft Morgan 80701 970-867-9409 GREELEY Catholic Charities Northern 1442 N 11th Ave, Greeley 80631 970-353-6433 Continued on page 70

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Losing Vision? What Now? Did you know that 1 in 4 families Here is the Insight is impacted by vision loss? WhethInto Vision Loss. er it is a young child losing vision because of juvenile eye disease, a working aged adult who struggles with Diabetic eye disease, or an older loved one who has Age-Related Macular Degeneration, the outcome is the same. Vision is lost and they have to learn to adapt.

According to the 2014 US Census, approximately 15% of Coloradoans are experiencing medical issues that leads to low vision, including diabetes. Low Vision is defined as the loss of vision that cannot be corrected through the use of prescription lenses and cannot be fixed through medical interventions.

A person with low vision may find it difficult or impossible to accomplish activities such as reading, writing, shopping, watching television, driving a car or recognizing faces.

This is where adaptation becomes a necessity. Because many people who are currently living with vision loss are over 60, (1 in 6 people over the age of 60) adaption maybe very difficult. The team at the Ensight Skills Center for visual rehabilitation urge Coloradoans to reach out to find services that will help walk them through the difficult transition. A skilled team of professionals, like the team at Ensight, can facilitate skills training, modifications

to activities, and introduce devices that can help to manage tasks. For more information visit www.ensightskills.org “Learning about a diagnosis and how to adapt is the most positive step a person can take. Taking the fear out of vision loss through education helps our clients get back to activities they both love to do, and need to do.” says Ensight’s CEO, Denny Moyer. “Often,

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when clients lose vision, they have no idea that they can continue to do most of the same activities, just differently. None of what we do is rocket science” says Moyer, “It’s things that you may not have thought about.”

Editor’s Note: This article was submitted by Ensight Skills Center for Visual Rehabilitation, a nationally accredited, non-profit organization. Call for locations Toll Free 866-375-5693.

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Curtis Strong Center for Visually Impaired 918 13th St, Ste 4, Greeley 80631 970-353-9417

AARP 866-554-5376 Catholic Charities 460 Linden Ctr Dr, Ft Collins 80524 970-484-5010

Weld Cty Dept of Social Svcs 315 N 11th Ave, Greeley 80632 970-352-1551 LOVELAND Catholic Charities 2100 Maple Dr Office, Loveland 80538 970-484-5010 Ensight Skills Center – Low Vision Rehab 3307 S College Ave #108, Loveland 970-407-9999

Pathways - Hospice of Larimer County

(ad on page 90) 305 Carpenter Rd, Ft Collins 80525 970-663-3500 United Way 211 – www.firstcall211.org 211

Lions Club of Loveland (Eyeglass prog for residents only) 970-622-0289

Volunteers of America (VOA) 405 Canyon Ave, Ft Collins 80521 970-472-9630

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Eye Center of Northern Colorado, P.C.

Disabled Resource Services 1017 Robertson St, Ste B Ft Collins 80524 970-482-2700

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WELD COUNTY AARP 866-554-5376 Catholic Charities 1442 N 11th Ave, Greeley 80631 970-353-6433

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24 HOUR ON CALL – Refers to ‘around the clock treatment’ in a home environment. The care may be shared by multiple caregivers or by a single caregiver.

Alzheimer’s/Dementia Care – Non-skilled care provided for clients with memory issues includes but not limited to establishing a routine, reminders for activities for daily living, redirecting if necessary and assistance with sleep issues or ‘sun downing’. By using creativity and caregiving skills, you can adapt routines and activities as needs change.

BONDED – Being bonded means that a bonding company has secured money that is available to the consumer in the event they file a claim against the company.

HOMEMAKER/COMPANION – Non-medical assistance with meal preparation, laundry, light housekeeping, errands, activities, outings, companion-ship and other household duties. These agencies are licensed by the state.

HOURLY MINIMUM – This refers to the minimum number of hours that an agency provides service.

INSURED – This refers to what happens if someone gets hurt on the job.

If the company isn’t insured, then the claim gets filed against the homeowner’s insurance. If the company is insured, then the claim gets filed against the company’s insurance.

LICENSURE – A home care agency, whether medical or non-medical, shall be issued a license consistent with the type and extent of services provided.

CLASS A – A home care agency that provides any skilled healthcare service. Agencies with a Class A license may also provide personal care services.

CLASS B – A home care agency that provides only personal care services. An agency with a Class B license shall not provide any skilled healthcare service.

STATE REGISTRATION – The State of Colorado does not license homecare placement agencies. Placement agencies are registered with the state. Registration ensures that placement agencies are adhering to certain minimum standards such as background checks for caregivers and insurance requirements for agencies and caregivers.

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MED-ALERT SYSTEMS – Personal medical alert products activated by pushing a button.

MEDICATION REMINDER – Assistance with reminding an individual about medications but not dispensing medications.

TRANSPORTATION – Rides to shopping, appointments and other outings.

WORKER’S COMP – Insurance that covers medical and rehabilitation costs and lost wages for employees injured at work.

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24 HOUR CARE – Refers to “round the clock treatment” in a home environment. The care may be shared by multiple caregivers or by a single caregiver.

24 HOUR ON CALL – Refers to someone being available 24 hours a day to speak with you.

CARDIAC CARE – Refers to services including patient assessment, specific diet information, and management of the disease process, medication management and education. Cardiac care is a program designed to help a person with heart disease return to health. Cardiac care may consist of exercise, modifying risk factors to prevent further heart damage, or psychological rehabilitation.

DIABETIC CARE – Refers to services including patient assessment specific diet information, management of the disease process, medication management and education on all the above. Services are provided by Registered Nurse under the supervision of a M.D. Some agencies may have certified diabetic nurse instructors or cardiac care specialty RN’s in their employ.

ENTERAL FEEDING – Enteral feeding, or tube feeding, is a way to deliver nutrients through a tube if you cannot take food or drink through your mouth.

HOSPICE – Hospices provide individuals facing terminal illness

with care at home or in a healthcare facility. The goal is to assist patients to live the last stage of their lives with dignity. The focus is on comfort rather than treatment.

HOUR MINIMUM – The least number of hours a Non-Medical Home Care Agency will be available for hire. Medicare certified Home Health Agencies are not on a specified time frame.

INTRAVENOUS THERAPY (IV) – Refers to any medical treatments/ medications that need to be introduced into the body via a patient’s veins. Numerous IV Therapies can be provided in a patient’s home under supervision of a MD. Some of these include: inter-infective/ antibiotic therapies, hydration therapy, pain management, chemotherapy and central line care and maintenance.

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Med-Alert – Company offers a pendent or home alert system that notifies staff that user is in distress and needs immediate assistance.

NON-MEDICAL HOME CARE – Assistance with Activities of Daily Living (ADL’s), homemaking, companionship and other nonmedical in home care. These services are available for hire after, or in conjunction with Medicare certified services.

Private payment, Medicaid and Veterans Benefits are a few of the ways personal care can be paid for.

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Home Health Care Definitions continued from page 81 PSYCHIATRIC CARE – Refers to the agencies’ ability to offer services related to psychiatric support with the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental illness.

Services may include counseling or administering of medications.

SOCIAL WORKER – A clinical social worker whose purpose in health care is to enhance, promote, maintain, and restore the best possible social abilities of the patient or family. Services provided may be preventive, developmental, or remedial in nature.

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also to compensate for permanent loss of function.

Respiratory Therapy – Refers to services for care of patients with deficiencies and abnormalities associated with the cardiopulmonary system.

It may include the therapeutic use of medical gases and their equipment, environmental control systems, humidification, aerosols, ventilator support, bronchi pulmonary drainage and exercise, respiratory rehabilitation, assistance with cardiopulmonary resuscitation, and maintenance of natural, artificial, and mechanical airways.

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THERAPY SERVICES (ST, PT, OT, RT) – Speech Therapy – Refers to services to assess and treat speech and swallowing disorders. Speech therapy can treat speech, language, cognitive skills or swallowing.

Physical Therapy – Refers to services for the treatment and the rehabilitation process where a physical therapist will often stretch, strengthen, facilitate muscles, challenge balance, test coordination abilities, teach home exercise programs and enhance basic mobility skills.

Occupational Therapy – Refers to services to assess and treat patients to improve their ability to perform tasks in their daily living and working environments. Patients may have mental, physical, developmental, or emotional disabilities. Therapists also help them to develop, recover, or maintain daily living and work skills.

Occupational therapists help clients not only to improve their basic motor functions and reasoning abilities, but

TRACH CARE – Refers to care administered to patients who have undergone a tracheotomy. A tracheotomy is a surgical procedure in which a cut or opening is made in the windpipe (trachea). The surgeon inserts a tube into the opening to bypass an obstruction, allowing air to get to the lungs, or remove secretions.

Hospice Care Definitions Hospice Hospices provide individuals facing terminal illness with care at home or in a healthcare facility.

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the benefits of supportive services.

Supportive Services is specialized medical care focused on providing patients with relief from the symptoms, pain and stress associated with serious illness. The goal is to provide the highest level of medical assistance, comfort, guidance and emotional support to improve the quality of life for both the patient and the family as they navigate through the illness. Individuals diagnosed with cancer, heart disease, respiratory disease, kidney failure, ALS, HIV/ AIDS and Multiple Sclerosis may all benefit from Supportive Services– but is certainly not limited to those ailments.

Unlike hospice care, Supportive Services may be provided at any age and at any stage during a person’s illness, no matter the diagnosis.

Supportive Services may even start as early as the time of diagnosis. It is appropriate for patients who are on treatment for a curable disease, or living with a chronic ailment such as pulmonary disease.

For the patient, Supportive Services can assist with shortness of breath, nausea, anxiety, depression, poor appetite, weakness and other challenging day-to-day symptoms.

The goal is to ensure as much comfort and physical activity as possible.

For the family, Supportive Services

can assist in executing a plan of care that includes an understanding of the challenges that may arise; an assessment of the pros and cons of each medical intervention; acknowledgement of fears and concerns about the future, as well as guidance and education on community resources and financial issues.

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Supportive Services: if you or a loved one receives a The Right Care diagnosis of serious or chronic illness, we encourage you to seek for the Right Time

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VoluNteer – Provides respite and needed non-medical services for patients and their families, offers support at time of death and during bereavement.

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RE-RESPITE CARE – Provided when the family needs time to rest or go out of town for a short time.

Care may be provided in a longterm care facility depending on the condition of the individual. Hospice is responsible for financial arrangements with the Long-term care facility.

GIP – General In-Patient Care – Provided in a skilled nursing facility when the symptoms cannot be managed elsewhere. The skilled nursing facility must have 24-hour R.N. coverage as deemed by Medicare guidelines. General in-patient care is usually short in duration. This level of care is usually due to symptoms which are out of control and more intensive nursing services are required. If an individual is at a care facility, room and board are covered by hospice during this period.

CC-CONTINUOUS CARE – Provided to prevent the individual from going to the hospital when a crisis occurs.

It also is given when more help is needed to assist the individual and family in coping with the crisis. This level of care is usually provided at the individual’s residence no matter where that may be. The criteria for continuous care may include: Severe pain or symptoms which are out of control, psychotic episodes, breakdown of caregiver, imminent

death and family unable to cope.

Continuous care is typically reserved for end of life or other crises that requires a constant presence by a nurse or care team.

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24/7 ADMISSIONS – If a patient qualifies for hospice care, they should be admitted as early as the family requests. Many agencies admit patients to hospice,24/7, evenings weekends, and holidays.

AROMATHERAPY – Uses plant materials and aromatic plant oils, including essential oils, and other aromatic compounds for the purpose of altering one’s mood, cognitive, psychological or physical wellbeing. This is not reimbursed by Medicare.

GRIEF SUPPORT GROUPS – Grief is the normal and universal reaction humans have to the loss of those they love. When your loved one passes, you may go through a period of bereavement and experience grief.

Many provide Grief Groups that meet and address issues of grief in a supportive group setting.

INDIGENT PATIENTS – Does the hospice accept non funded or indigent patients? This is usually on a case by case basis and at the determination of the hospice company. Many have a non-profit organization that can help support the care of non-covered patients.

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Hospice Care Definitions continued patient moves into the inpatient care facility to receive their hospice services rather than in the patients’ home setting.

LICENSED MASSAGE THERAPY – Used as a method for relaxation to alleviate stress, anxiety and pain with a light hands-on approach, as well as providing an alternative to those who can’t take medication or prefer not to, massage therapy has become essential in hospice care.

This is not reimbursed by Medicare.

MUSIC THERAPY – Music Therapy is an established healthcare profession that uses music to address physical, emotional, cognitive, and social needs of individuals”. A music therapist creates goals and objectives for their patients and uses music activities and music experiences (listening, composition, improvisation, or playing/singing a familiar song) in order to achieve those goals.

This is not reimbursed by Medicare.

PAIN PUMPS AVAILABLE – Many patients have their symptoms controlled through oral medications.

Some situations require a pain pump where medications are administered through an IV pump. If this is the situation, inquire with the hospice RN case manager to see if pain pumps are available through their agency.

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tients with relief from the symptoms, pain and stress of a serious illness – whatever the prognosis. It is appropriate at any age and at any stage in a serious illness and can be provided along with curative treatment.

PCP-OVERSIGHT – Can the hospice patient retain their own primary care physician in addition to the hospice medical director? All hospice organizations require a medical director, a physician to oversee their care. Many times the hospice medical director will work in conjunction with the patient’s own physician. The patient, family and hospice team can determine which physicians will oversee the care and certify the hospice eligibility criteria.

PET THERAPY – There’s nothing like a visit from a four-legged creature to brighten the day of a terminally ill patient. Pet therapy teams visit with patients wherever they reside – at home or in professional care settings.

Studies have shown many benefits of pet companionship, ranging from reduced blood pressure and anxiety to relief from boredom, pain and loneliness. This service is not reimbursed by Medicare.

VA CONTRACT – If the patient is not a Medicare Recipient and is covered by the VA, the VA will make payments directly to their contracted agencies. If a patient is a Veteran, but is a Medicare Recipient, they may choose any Medicare approved hospice agency for their care.

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AGE RESTRICTIONS – Some communities have a restriction on the youngest age they are allowed to accept. These restrictions vary by community.

ALZHEIMER’S / DEMENTIA ASSISTED LIVING COMMUNITY – Licensed assisted living facility or skilled nursing facility that specialize in delivering care to victims of Alzheimer’s and dementia. Communities are typically bedroom-style rental units with common areas for dining and activities. Many are locked for residents’ safety. Specifically trained staff usually serves the special needs of this population. Amenities vary for each community.

Department of Housing & Urban Development (HUD) – helps apartment owners offer reduced rents to low-income tenants.

Housing Choice Voucher Program – (Sec 8) - find your own place and use the voucher to pay for all or part of the rent. Participating households are required to pay the greater of 10% of their gross annual income or 30% of their adjusted income towards rent. To qualify, a household’s annual income must not exceed the applicable income limit for the area as adjusted by family size.

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(Sec 236) Property owners in this program make mortgage payments that are based on a 1% mortgage ASSISTED LIVING COMMUNITY – interest rate. HUD then provides Typically apartment-style with kitcha subsidy to their lender to cover enettes and private baths. Some offer the difference between 1% and the companion accommodations. Personal market interest rate on the properassistance with Activities of Daily ty’s loan. Participating households Living (ADLs) bathing, grooming, are required to pay rent equal to dressing, toileting, eating and ambuthe greater of 30% of their adjusted lation. Rates vary from an all-inclusive income (not to exceed the market to base rates with levels of care. rent) or the basic rent amount set Amenities vary for each community.

by HUD for that particular property.

Any amount paid by the household DAY CARE – Any provider can elect to that is more than basic rent is provide day/night services on a short considered excess rent, which the or long term basis. Rates typically inowner pays back to HUD in repayclude a place to rest, one or two meals ment of the subsidy. and snacks and activities for the day.

Licensed communities are prohibited by law to promote these services without a specific license.

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Senior Housing Definitions continued INDEPENDENT HOUSING – Apartments and communities for adults 55+ with little or no senior support services (e.g. no meals, etc...)

INTERMEDIATE CARE – 24 hour inpatient care residents who need licensed nursing supervision and supportive care, but do not require continuous nursing care. Residents may receive full assistance with ADL’s and transfers. Residents receive meds from a nurse following a doctor’s orders and may receive outpatient rehab services. Facilities may use a nurse as a their consultant and the residents receive periodic assessments from a licensed practitioner.

MEDICAID WAIVER – An assisted living waiver may be used to transition individuals out of nursing facilities or to provide persons at risk of institutionalization with options for remaining in their communities. Assisted living waivers are designed to provide an alternative to more costly nursing home care.

PRICE DEPENDENT ON LEVELS OF CARE – Flexible levels of service geared to accommodate different needs over time. Rates may vary depending on the changing levels of care while one maintains the same physical residence.

PUBLIC HOUSING (PH) – affordable apartments for low-income families, the elderly and persons with disabilities.

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RESIDENTIAL HOME – Assisted living homes are private residential homes that typically have a small number of residents who live together and receive care from live-in caretakers. Adult family homes offer room and board for seniors who want a more private, home-like community. Assistance with activities of daily living such as bathing and dressing are provided. Amenities and nursing services vary greatly between homes.

Ask about their services when you tour. They are also referred to as personal board and care homes.

Most accept private pay; Medicaid in some instances.

RESPITE CARE / SHORT-TERM STAY – Otherwise known as a short-term stay. Any provider of IL, AL, ALZ or SNF care can elect to provide fully furnished accommodations to a person for a short period of time. Rates usually quoted on a daily basis and are typically inclusive of all services and amenities.

RETIREMENT COMMUNITY – Housing designed specifically for mature adults. Typically Studio, 1 BR or 2 BR rental apartments with full kitchens, and private baths are available. Services include meal plans, transportation, housekeeping, laundry and maintenance. Amenities are usually abundant; formal libraries, computer stations, swimming pools, Continued on page 97

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gardens, and other social gathering spaces. Rates are monthly, and are typically based on size/location of apartment.

SECURED UNIT – Dedicated to Alzheimer’s/Dementia residents to prevent wandering outside the community without supervision.

SKILLED CARE – 24 hour licensed nursing services, eight hours of which are RN covered. Patient may receive rehab services either inpatient or outpatient and may be fully dependent for ADL’s. Patients receive medications by an RN according to a licensed physicians orders.

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SUBSIDIZED HOUSING & ASSISTANCE Subsidized housing provides low cost housing to qualified residents who pay 30% of their adjusted gross income for rent. Each facility maintains their own waiting list. For updated information on availability and locations call any of the following numbers.

BRUSH Housing Authority 612 Ray St, Brush 80723 970-842-5046 FORT COLLINS CARE Housing 1303 W Swallow Rd, Bldg 11, Ft Collins 80526 970-282-7522 Housing Authority 1715 W Mountain Ave, Ft Collins 80521 970-416-2910 Neighbor to Neighbor 1550 Blue Spruce Dr, Ft Collins 80524 970-484-7498

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Neighbor to Neighbor at the Murphy Center 242 Conifer St, Ft Collins 80524 970-494-9705 FORT LUPTON Housing Authority 400 2nd St, Ft Lupton 80621 303-857-4400 GREELEY Greeley / Weld Housing Authority 903 6th St, Greeley 80632 970-353-7437 Connections for Independent Living 1331 8th Av, Greeley 80631 970-352-8682 LOVELAND Housing Authority 375 W 37th St, Ste 200 Loveland 80538 970-667-3232 Neighbor to Neighbor 1511 E 11th St, Ste 210 Loveland 80537 970-663-4163 Indicates website link on seniorsbluebook.com

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2205 37th St , Evans 80620

Centennial Village apts

Trail Ridge Apts 1250 Community Dr, Estes Park 80517

1901 Ptarmigan Trail, Estes Park 80517

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Eben Ezer Lutheran Care Center 122 Hospital Rd, Brush 80723

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2195 Egbert, Brighton 80601

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970-223-1356 970-482-3924 970-225-3711 970-225-2116

Oakbrook II Senior Apt, 3300 Stanford Rd, Fort Collins 80525

Parkwood Estates, 2201 S Lemay Ave, Fort Collins 80525

Reflections Senior Apartments 321 E Troutman Pkwy, Fort Collins 80525

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MacKenzie Place, 4750 Pleasant Oak Dr, Fort Collins 80525

508 W Trilby Rd, Ft Collins 80525

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2350 Limon Dr, Fort Collins 80525

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Mountain View 2155 W Plum St, Fort Collins 80521

rigden farm senior living

970-221-0212

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Legacy Senior Residence 413 N Linden St, Fort Collins 80524

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Worthington, the – Columbine health, 900 Worthington Cir, Ft Collins 80526

Woodbridge Senior Apts 1508 W Elizabeth St, Fort Collins 80521

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909 Centre Ave, Fort Collins 80526

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Greeley Place, 1051 6th St, Greeley 80631

Joe P Martinez Gardens, 1701 2nd St, Greeley 80631

Meeker Commons, 505 9th Ave, Greeley 80631

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Sterling House at the Orchards – Brookdale Senior Living 215 Shupe Cir, Loveland 80537

Sugar Valley Estates, 4320 Georgetown Dr, Loveland 80538

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Wexford, the – Columbine health

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Mirasol Senior Community 1153 Finch St, Loveland 80537

535 N Douglas Ave, Loveland 80537

hillcrest of loveland

Harvest Pointe, 4895 Lucerne Ave, Loveland 80538

good samaritan society – loveland 97 970-669-3100 $1,750 194 Ins Village, 2101 S Garfield, Loveland 80537

loVeland

970-356-5489

Greeley Manor Apts, 1000 13th St, Greeley 80634

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701 6th St, Windsor 80550

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805 Compassion Dr, Windsor 80550

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970-667-3232

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Wellington Public Housing – Ft. Collins Housing Authority 3914 Roosevelt Avenue, Wellington 80549

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Dove Valley Senior Community 1101 Sandpiper Ln, Milliken 80543

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Actual Rigden Farm Residents

Fill your days with new friends and new experiences!

Month-to-month lease with no buy-in fee

970.785.8340

2350 Limon Drive Fort Collins, CO 80525 Independent Retirement Living RigdenFarmSeniorLiving.com A SPECTRUM RETIREMENT COMMUNITY RF Senior Blue Book Sept 2015-Aug 2016 4.625 x 3.75 1/2 pg color

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An active place to

GOVERNOR’S FARM APARTMENTS

Governor’s Farm is located in a pleasant rural community, offers affordable rent, one-bedroom ground level apartments, laundry facility, free maintenance and small pets are welcome. www.governors-farm-apartments.com Designed for people 62 years of age and older, or disabled.

701 6TH STREET • WINDSOR, CO • 970-686-9650 • TDD/TTY 1-800-223-3131

CENTENNIAL VILLAGE APARTMENTS

2205 37th Street Evans, CO 80620 TDD/TTY 1-800-223-3131

HUD subsidized property — designed for elderly 62 years of age and older or disabled.

One bedroom apartments, ground level, laundry facility on site and small pets welcome.

Pleasant neighborhood close to Wal-Mart and Shopping Center.

970-330-1160

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Eben Ezer Lutheran Care Center, 122 Hospital Rd, Brush 80723

428 Western Ave, Brush 80723

Aladdin Assisted Living

2195 Egbert, Brighton 80601

ad ON paGe # 970-842-2861 X 239

$1,521

119 970-842-5463 $2,790

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118 303-659-4148 $2,100

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collinwood Assisted Living & Memory care 117 866-902-4489 $2,900

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Graycara West, 3705 Carson Ave, Evans 80620

1715 32nd St, Evans 80620

Ashley Manor

1725 32nd St, Evans 80620

Ashley Manor

1805 32nd St, Evans 80620

Ashley Manor

1901 Ptarmigan Trail, Estes Park 80517

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Meadowlark Assisted Living, 1214 Catalpa Pl, Ft Collins 80521

Monarch Greens Assisted Living, 1725 Lakeview Dr, Ft Collins 80524

$2,500

$2,200

$4,030

118 970-482-1119 $4,500

97 970-226-4909 $4,110 Ins

MacKenzie Place, 4750 Pleasant Oak Dr, Ft Collins 80525

700 Greenbriar Dr, Ft Collins 80526

Lighthouse elder care, inc – Memory care

good samaritan society – fort collins Village, 508 W Trilby Rd, Ft Collins 80525

970-449-4472

Fox Meadows Assisted Living, 4021 Spruce Dr, Ft Collins 80526

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The Residence at Oakridge, 4750 Wheaton Dr, Ft Collins 80525

Turnberry Place, 2401 Turnberry Rd, Ft Collins 80524

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Brookdale Greeley, 1999 W 38th Ave, Greeley 80634

4750 25th St, Greeley 80634

bridge at greeley, the

Birch Assisted Living, 1819 Birch Ave, Greeley 80431

$675

$6,000

970-330-9500

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119 970-339-0022 $3,925

970-346-1150

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Eagles Nest at Platte Valley Assisted Living, 6994 WCR 39, Ft Lupton 80621

1150 4th St, Ft Lupton 80621

Ashley Manor

1102 4th St, Ft Lupton 80621

Ashley Manor

970-221-3707

Terry Lake Assisted Living, 3629 Woodridge Rd, Ft Collins 80524

fort Lupton

970-224-1400

1 970-495-1000 $2,705

Shamrock Manor, 2914 W Prospect Rd, Ft Collins 80526

900 Centre Ave, Ft Collins 80526

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1919 68th Ave, Greeley 80634

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708 22nd St, Greeley 80631

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1663 29th Ave Pl, Greeley 80634

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117 970-573-7739 $3,450

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3151 W 20th St, Greeley 80634

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Graycara East, 195 Gandy Ave, Keenesburg 80643

15 S Ash St, Keenesburg 80643

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Brookdale North Loveland, 2895 N Empire, Loveland 80538

535 N Douglas Ave, Loveland 80537

Hillcrest of Loveland – MBK

2101 S Garfield, Loveland 80537

115 970-612-8195 $2,700

97 970-669-3100 $3,800 Ins

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Good Samaritan Society – Loveland Village

605 California Ave, Loveland 80537

$3,190

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$6,500

117 970-667-3342 $2,520

970-622-0012

Brookdale Mariana Butte, 215 Shupe Cir, Loveland 80537

Courtyard of Loveland

970-635-9800

Aspen House II, 2224 E 11th St, Loveland 80537

$6,500

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970-635-9800

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Wellington Assisted Living, 8126 5th St, Wellington 80549

2000 Robin Rd, Sterling 80751

Legacy at Sterling, The

1990 Pikes Peak Dr, Loveland 80538

Seven Lakes Memory Care – MBK

1875 Fall River Dr, Loveland 80538

Park Regency Loveland

$2,200

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118 970-526-0400 $2,790

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115 970-699-5497 $4,305

117 866-955-0759 $2,200

970-663-2223

1 970-278-4000 $3,525

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Loveland House Assisted Living LLC, 2115 Eagle Dr, Loveland 80537-6167

1422 W 29th St, Loveland 80538

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2444 Pratt St, Longmont 80501

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AltaVita Assisted Living Memory care centre, 800 S Fordham St, Longmont 80503 the bridge Assisted Living at Longmont

Willows at Windsor, 303 E Chestnut St, Windsor 80550

1475 Main St, Windsor 80550

970-692-3850

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phONe # 970-483-7208

LOWest staRtiNG pRiCe

Bright Assisted Living, LLC, 610 Hemlock Dr, Windsor 80550

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Keeping Your Brain Healthy like any other part of our bodies, As You Age our brain health benefits from living an overall healthy lifestyle. the four lifestyle areas that have the most impact on our brain health include food and nutrition, physical activity and wellness, cognitive stimulation and social involvement.

According to the Alzheimer’s Association recent research on brain health, “combining good nutrition with mental, social and physical activities may have a greater benefit in maintaining or improving brain health than any single activity”. Research by the National Institute on Aging also suggests that people who have more cognitive reserve and/ or are able to adapt healthy parts of their brain to take over for impairment in other areas may add to the genetic and/or environmental factors on their side by living a healthy lifestyle. So what actions can you take to maintain your brain, as well as overall health, as you age:

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Control for risk factors that lead to chronic disease, including heart disease and diabetes (monitor and control blood pressure and cholesterol within healthy range and maintain a proper weight)

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Engage in mentally stimulating activities and keep learning new things

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Maintain strong social relationships with friends and family members and stay involved with others in the local community including working for a cause you believe in.

We have all heard the phrase “use it or lose it”. This pertains to our body, mind and spirit. Since our brain is the control center of our being, taking good care and keeping it active will benefit our whole person as we age. For more information about brain health, contact one of our MBK Senior Living communities in the Loveland area, Hillcrest of Loveland (970) 593-9800 or Seven Lakes Memory Care (970) 461-5918. editor’s Note: this article was submitted by Niki schmidt and lynnHayden-ugarte with Hillcrest of loveland and seven lake Memory care respectively. Niki can be reached at (970) 593-9800 and lynn at (970) 461-9518. see ad on page 115.

A caring heart…

A steady hand…

A willing ear…

ASSISTED LIVING COMMUNITIES

An inspirational voice...

Independent Living,Assisted Living and Memory Care MBK Senior Living, the most trusted resource for local seniors and their families.

Hillcrest of Loveland 535 N. Douglas Ave., Loveland, CO • 970.612.8195 www.MBKSeniorLiving.com

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It is the team of people working with Ashley Manor that makes the biggest contribution to our success. It is the loving heart of each caregiver that puts the needs of our wonderful residents first. We want you to be a part of our family.

MAking the present As MeAningfuL As the pAst .

720-448-9922

www.AshleyCares.com We have 2 locations.

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Garden Square has served the elders of Greeley for over a decade.

Meet the people who make a difference in elders’ lives every day and have been since the beginning.

Visit us today to meet these amazing people!

Garden Square at Westlake

ASSISTED LIVING COMMUNITIES

People say it’s the care…we say it’s the people.

Garden Square of Greeley

Assisted Living

Memory Care

3151 W 20th St, Greeley, CO 80634 Office: 970.673.9402

1663 29th Ave. Place, Greeley, CO 80634 Office: 970.573.7739

www.gardensquareatwestlake.com

www.gardensquarememorycare.com

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Assisted Living & MeMory CAre

Assisted Living

5055 S. Lemay Ave. For t Collins, CO 80525

1875 Fall River Drive Loveland, CO 80538

866.902.4489

866.955.0759

BETHESDASENIORLIVING.COM

The Courtyard of Loveland Gracious Assisted Living

• 24-hour Personal Care and Medication Administration • On-site Nurse and Physical and Occupational Therapy • Unique Activities Program • Beauty/Barber Shop • Delicious Home Cooked-Meals • Wander Protection • Local Owners for Over 25 Years (970) 667-3342 Private, Medicaid, www.courtyardofloveland.com Community 605 California Ave • Loveland, Colorado 80537

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Over 35 years of Carefree Senior Living and Assisted Living at its best For a complimentary meal and tour, contact us today at 303.659.4148

2195 Egbert Street, Brighton, CO 80601

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At Sterling Assisted Living Community Sterling’s premier assisted living center

2000 Robin • Sterling, CO 80751 www.legacyatsterling.com • (970) 526-0400

800 S. Fordham Street Longmont, CO 80503

303-300-3700

Lighthouse Elder Care, Inc.

Memory Care in a warm home environment.

• More one on one attention • Large private and shared rooms • Wheelchair Accessible • Animal therapy and outings • Excellent references • State licensed Call for a no pressure tour:

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Lighthouse-Elder-Care-Inc.com

Quality Assisted Living 970.339.0022

61125

4750 25th Street | Greeley, CO TheBridgeAtGreeley.com

ASSISTED LIVING COMMUNITIES

Live the good life.

Senior Housing Definitions continued from page 97 SKILLED NURSING FACILITY – Facilities provide 24/7 care for residents and offer full assistance with ADL’s. Daily rates typically include a furnished bedroom and a private or shared bath, meals, activities, transportation, phone service, cable television and all personal/nursing care. Payor sources usually accepted are Medicare, Medicaid, VA, some insurance plans and private sources.

TRACH CARE - Refers to care administered to patients who have undergone a tracheotomy.

A tracheotomy is a surgical procedure in which a cut or opening is made in the windpipe (trachea).

The surgeon inserts a tube into the

opening to bypass an obstruction, allow air to get to the lungs, or remove secretions.

VENTILATOR - Moves breatheable air into and out of the lungs, to provide the mechanism of breathing for a patient who is physically unable to breathe, or is breathing insufficiently.

WANDERGUARD - Offered at some facilities. A resident with memory loss or confusion wears a small discrete pendant. Each external door in the care home is fitted with a radio detector which detects when a pendant moves near an exit. The WanderGuard will sound an audible alarm, alerting the staff of a patient wandering.

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Prospect Park Living Center 555 Prospect Ave, Estes Park 80517

Sunset Manor 2200 Edison St, Brush 80723

Eben Ezer Lutheran Care Center 122 Hospital Rd, Brush 80723

12975 Sheridan Blvd, Broomfield 80020

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815 Fremont Ave, Ft Morgan 80701

Valley View Villa

1000 E Stuart, Ft Collins 80525

Spring Creek health Care Center – SAVA

Rehabilitation & Nursing Center of the Rockies 1020 Patton St, Ft Collins 80524

Good Samaritan Society – fort Collins Village, 508 W Trilby Rd, Ft Collins 80525 Lemay Ave health & rehab – Columbine health, 4824 S Lemay Ave, Ft Collins 80525

1005 E Elizabeth, Ft Collins 80524

Golden peaks Center

1000 S Lemay Ave, Ft Collins 80524

fort Collins health Care Center – SAVA

Centre Avenue health & rehab – 1 970-494-2140 90 $290 Columbine health, 815 Centre Ave, Ft Collins 80526 Columbine West health & rehab – Columbine 1 970-221-2273 100 $233 health, 940 Worthington Cir, Ft Collins 80526

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97 970-352-6082 210 $233 Ins

Good Samaritan Society – bonell Community, 708 22nd St, Greeley 80631

4800 25th St, Greeley 80634

Life Care Center of Greeley

850 27th Ave, Greeley 80634

kenton manor – SAVA

1919 68th Ave, Greeley 80634

Grace pointe

125 970-330-6400 97 $238

BC 970-539-0067 110 $243

116 970-304-1919 53 $240

64970-353-3370 116 $238 65

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BC 970-539-0067 108 $241

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1637 29th Ave Pl, Greeley 80634

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8451 Pearl St, Thornton 80229

Vista View Care Center

2451 Pratt St, Longmont 80501

Life Care Center of Longmont

710 Third St, Windsor 80550

Windsor health Care Center – SAVA

Columbine Commons health & rehab facility, 1475 Main St, Windsor 80550

821 Duffield Ct, Loveland 80537

Sierra Vista health Care Center – SAVA

North Shore health & rehab – Columbine health, 1365 W 29th St, Loveland 80538

490 Mirasol Dr, Loveland 80537 970-667-6111 134 $222

64970-342-2400 60 $285 65

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ShortStay Care • LongTerm Care • Memory Care

SKILLED NURSING FACILITIES

We understand care, we practice compassion.

Golden Peaks offers a variety of services including short-term rehabilitation, long-term skilled nursing care, respite care, and dementia care. As a smaller facility, we take pride in the close relationships we develop with our patients, residents and their families -- Relationships that often continue well beyond their stay.

1005 East Elizabeth Fort Collins, CO 80524-3911 970-482-2525 | www.genesishcc.com

EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY

EEO/AA

Renewing hope.

Restoring independence.

“It’s” just better here.

Life Care Center of Greeley 4800 25th Street Greeley, CO 80634

Valley View Villa 815 Fremont Ave Fort Morgan, CO 80701

970-330-6400 Specialized rapid recovery program Therapy available seven days a week v Inpatient or outpatient levels of care available v Physical, occupational and speech therapy

970-867-8261 Alzheimer’s care unit Respite care v Emphasis on returning to home v Medicare/Medicaid certified

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*All services may not be available at all facilities.

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A Little R & R Home Care

28

A Step Ahead Foot & Ankle Center

50

Advanced Healthcare Physical Medicine

85

Caring Hearts Home HealthCare

119

Aladdin Assisted Living, The

80

Caring Senior Service Home Care

118

AltaVita Assisted Living Memory Care Centre

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Amada Senior Care

124

BrightStar Care Broomfield Skilled Nursing

Back Cover

Centennial Health Care Center

103

Centennial Village Apartments

Inside Back Cover

AmazingCare Home Health Services, Inc

41

Choice Organics

116

Ashley Manor Care Centers

46

Clear View Behavioral Health

117

Collinwood Assisted Living & Memory Care

90

Auburn Crest Hospice

35

Banner Fort Collins Medical Center

1

Columbine Health Systems

35

Banner Health

1

Columbine Poudre Home Care

35

Banner Medical Center

117

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Berthoud Living Center

35

117

Bethesda Senior Living Communities

97 Insert

Estes Park Village

Bloom at Home

32 Insert

Eye Center of Northern Colorado

119

Bridge at Greeley, The

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Fairacres Manor – Vivage

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Bridge at Longmont, The

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Courtyard of Loveland, The East Morgan County Hospital

FirstLight Home Care

SeniorsBlueBook.com

RESOURCES FOR AGING WELL

Fort Collins Health Care Center

92

Hospice of Northern Colorado

97 Insert

Fort Collins Village

27

Hunger Free Colorado

117

Garden Square at Westlake Assisted Living

17

In Home Dental of Northern Colorado

117

Garden Square of Greeley Memory Care

125

Golden Peaks Center

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InnovAge Home Care North

80

Golden Years Senior Home Care Agency, LLC

47

Integrity Transitions, LLC

85

Good Samaritan Society Colorado Home Care

25

Investment Centers of America

Good Samaritan Society Communities

52

Keller Williams – Margaret Hess, MA

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Governor’s Farm Apartments

116

Grace Pointe

118

Back Cover 47

Inglenook at Brighton

Kenton Manor Kid Gloves Senior Move Specialists

97 Insert

Greeley Communities

118

Legacy at Sterling, The

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Green House Homes at Mirasol – Vivage

125

Life Care Center of Greeley

Halcyon Hospice & Palliative Care

113

Life Care Center of Longmont

Hillcrest of Loveland

118

Lighthouse Elder Care, Inc

92 115

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ADVERTISER INDEX

Back Cover

73

Home Instead Senior Care

79

Homewatch CareGivers

115

78

HomeWell Senior Care

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Loveland Village MBK Senior Living

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ADVERTISER INDEX

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35

McKee Medical Center

115

Seven Lakes Memory Care - MBK

MeadowView Assisted Living

Back Cover

Sierra Vista Health Care Center

35

North Colorado Medical Center

Back Cover

Spring Creek Health Care Center

37

Northern Colorado Long Term Acute Hospital

10

Stepping Stones Adult Day Program

Northern Colorado Rehabilitation Hospital

35

Sterling Regional MedCenter

Older Adult & Caregiver Services –Lutheran Family Services

73

Synergy HomeCare

Park Regency Loveland Assisted Living

86

Touchstone Home Health

109

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Pathways Hospice

46

Peak View Behavioral Health

66

Veterans Aide at Home

85

Personal Assistance Services of CO (PASCO)

36

Vibra Hospital

86

Preferred Home Health

18

Vincent, Romeo & Rodriguez, LLC

86

Rehabilitation & Visiting Nurse Association (RVNA)

77

Visiting Angels

103

Rigden Farm Senior Living

36

Vista View Care Center

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125

Valley View Villa

Right at Home

96 Insert

Vitality Home Healthcare

Sava Senior Care

64-65

Vivage Quality Health Partners

13

Senior Life Solutions

97 Insert

Water Valley Senior Living Resort

78

Seniors Helping Seniors

Back Cover

Windsor Health Care Center

Back Cover

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Let us Amaze you with our care.

• Skilled Nursing • Physical, Occupational Speech Therapies • Medical Social Workers • Home Health Aides • Private Duty Nursing • Medicare/Medicaid, Private Pay, Private Insurance Accepted

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3 locations for your convenience: Servicing Adams, Arapahoe, Denver & Douglas Counties

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www.amazingcare.com

Servicing El Paso County

5755 Mark Dabling Blvd., Suite 120 Colo Springs, CO 80919 Fax: 719-219-0692 719-219-0691

Amazing Care Home Health Services, Inc. is proud to be accredited by

Focus on People our Residents their Lives their Families Our goal is to provide our residents with services designed to achieve the best possible health, level of function, and quality of life.

We work hard to care for our residents the way we would want our family member cared for. We focus on individualized care that respects the dignity and rights of our residents.

FORT COLLINS HEALTH CARE CENTER BERTHOUD LIVING 1000 S. Lemay Ave. SPRING CREEK HEALTH CENTER Fort Collins, CO 80524 CARE CENTER 855 Franklin (970) 219-1621 1000 E. Stuart St. Berthoud, CO 80513 Fort Collins, CO 80525 (303) 898-6397 KENTON MANOR (970) 219-1621 850 27th Avenue CENTENNIAL HEALTH Greeley, CO 80634 WINDSOR HEALTH CARE CENTER (970) 539-0067 CARE CENTER 1637 29th Avenue Place 710 Third Street Greeley, CO 80634 SIERRA VISTA HEALTH Windsor, CO 80550 (970) 539-0067 CARE CENTER (970) 539-0067 821 Duffield Court Loveland, CO 80537 (303) 898-6397

www.SavaSC.com