THRIVE Local Magazine (January 2020)

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Ber t houd-Est es-Johnst ow n-Loveland

Happy New Year !

In t his issue: Celebr at ing t he Yin & Yang of Mar r iage Ber t houd Fir ef ight er s Meet Est es Par k Resident Dr. Mize Mak ing Mat s for t he Homeless 1

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Impor tant Phone Number s Ber t h ou d Berthoud Area Transportation Sys. (BATS) Rural Alternative For Transportation (RAFT) Library Parks & Recreation Senior Center

970-344-5816 970-532-0808 970-532-2757 970-532-1600 970-532-2730

Est es Par k Estes Valley Community Center Library Estes Park Senior Citizens Center (EPSCC) VIA Transportation

970-586-8191 970-586-8116 970-581-2195 303-447-9636

Joh n st ow n 60+ Ride Library Senior Center

970-352-9348 970-587-2459 970-587-5251

Lovelan d Library SAINT Transportation Chilson Senior Center

970-962-2665 970-223-8653 970-962-2783

THRIVE Local Wr it er s Coming Soon!

Bob McDonnell Loveland

Phyllis Kennemer Loveland

Terry Rustin Estes Park

Danita Nixon Loveland

Mark Nixon Loveland

Virginia Huppe Berthoud

Cover Ph ot o by Ali Alm qu ist , AM A Divin e Ph ot ogr aph y

In This Issue.....

Im por t an t Ph on e Nu m ber s........ 3 Pu blish er s' Not es......................... 4 In dex of Spon sor s........................ 5 Ou t & Abou t Lovelan d................. 6 Local Even t s.................................. 7 Eat s & Tr eat s................................. 8 Lovelan d Residen t s...................... 9 Ber t h ou d....................................... 10 Ber t h ou d Sen ior Cen t er .............. 11 Est es Par k Residen t ..................... 12 Est es Par k Sen ior Cen t er ............. 13 Ask t h e Doct or ..............................14 Ou t & Abou t Est es Par k ............... 15 Joh n st ow n Sen ior Cen t er ............ 16 Br ain Gam es................................. 17 Ask t h e Exper t .............................. 18 Lovelan d Sen ior Cen t er ............... 20 M ak in g a Dif f er en ce.................... 21 Legal View s................................... 22

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Don't Miss a Single Issue Pick up har d copies of t he magazine at : Ber t h ou d:

Library, Senior Center, Hays Market,

Est es:

Recreation Center, Senior Centers, MedX

Joh n st ow n : Senior Center Lovelan d:

Library, Chilson Senior Center, Pizza Ranch, Perkins & Golden Corral

Have THRIVE Local deliver ed t o you mont hly!

W it h a New Year comes a new beginning!

In September of 2019 THRIVE Loveland officially t urned a year old.

W it h our recent expansion to Bert houd, Estes and Johnstow n, we felt it w as t ime t hat we changed our name to reflect a more "local magazine" rat her t hen just a "Loveland magazine".

We w ill cont inue to include t he same great content , spot light ing businesses and "seasoned adult s" in all four communit ies.

We cont inue to welcome your ideas for stories and event s t hat we could use for t he magazine.

Thank you for being a friend of THRIVE, we t ruly appreciate you!

Our w ish for you is t hat 2020 w ill be overflow ing w it h all t he t hings you love.

Warmest regards, Danit a and Mark Nixon 4

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Meet t he Publisher s Danita & Mark Nixon are residents of Loveland.

Mark is a native of Colorado, he was born in Ft. Collins. Danita was raised a Navy brat, and considers Colorado home.

When they aren't working or serving in the community, Danita & Mark can be found spending time with friends and family, (5 grandkids), "sampling" craft beers, 4

geocaching, traveling or soaking in hot springs!

Index of Sponsor s Our Sponsors make it possible to provide this monthly publication to our community free of charge. When you have a need for our sponsors' products or services, we ask that you give them a chance to earn your business. Please tell them you found them in the THRIVE Local magazine!

Adult Day Car e

Elderhaus

970-221-0406

At t or ney

Jorgensen, Brownell & Pepin, P.C.

800-598-4348

Aut o Glass

Prime Time Auto Glass

970-305-0476

Chir opr act or

Beukelman Chiropractic Center

970-667-7159

Cof fee & Smoot hies

Maui Wowi

116 Peridot Ave

Comput er

All-In-One Computer Services

970-667-8800

Elect r ician

Grayson Electric

970-852-4480

Financial Advisor

Edward Jones, Art Aldrich

970-663-0554

Gr aphic Design

Lotus Design

970-412-1283

Heat ing & Air

Custom Heating & Air Conditioning

970-282-7220

In Home Car e

Phoenix Home Care

970-667-2273

Insur ance

Secure American Insurance

970-663-9197

Massage

Northern Colorado Massage

970-817-5835

Medical Equipment

Mobility & More

970-461-8400

Mor t gage

Mortgage Contract Services

970-532-9896

Family Mortgage CO

970-203-0284

Moving Company

Exodus Moving

970-484-1488

Phot ogr apher

AMA Divine Photography

970-412-5742

Plumber

Community Plumbing, Heating & Air

303-901-5211

Real Est at e

Kimberly Caldwell

970-980-1671

Senior Living

Senior Living Advisors of Colorado

970-541-4592

St or age

Freedom Self Storage

970-219-0690

Who do you k now t hat you would r ecommend t o your neighbor s?

THRIVE Local is looking for introductions to the following businesses: Audiologist Orthopedic doctor Auto sales Handyman

Optician Auto repair Bank Roofer

Dentist Auto body Remodeler Painter

Please sen d in f o t o dan it a@t h r ivelovelan d.com 5 or call 970-852-4900 THRIVELocal.com January 2020

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Out & About Lovel and

Photos by Gary Jens

The Seventh Annual Prime Rib dinner held in Loveland was a huge success. Over a hundred seniors from Northern Colorado gathered to enjoy a fine meal, great conversation, and some holiday cheer!

Loveland resident Nancy Lichina celebrated her 90th birthday with friends and family in December.

Nancy is known for having an excellent sense of humor and a quick wit!

Savvy Seniors held a toy drive for Santa Cops in November. Kim Caldwell organizer of Savvy Seniors and Flo Mikkelson of the 50 Plus Club with First Advantage Bank are shown with the toy deposit box.

Savvy Seniors meets on the 3rd Wedneday of the month at the First Advantage Bank in Loveland for food, fun, fellowship, and education on hot topics that affect seasoned adults in the community.

Check out the Local Events calender on page 7 for upcoming topics.

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Local Events Event s in Januar y THRIVE Lovelan d Fr ee M on t h ly Pizza Din n er - No Jan u ar y M eet in g Tu es. 1/ 14

TLC - Th e Lovelan d Con n ect ion 9:00 am -10:30pm All Saints Episcopal Church, 3448 N. Taft Ave., Loveland Light refreshments will be served. Please RSVP at 970-852-4900 or http://bit.ly/thriversvp Topic: Local Resou r ces

Wed. 1/ 22

THRIVE Lovelan d Sen ior Lu n ch Bu n ch at Hok k aido Bu f f et 11:30 am 11011 E. Eisenhower Blvd., Loveland. Join us for our monthly lunch meeting.

Lunch is under $10; getting to know other "seasoned adults" in the community is priceless!

Please RSVP at 970-852-4900 or http://bit.ly/thriversvp. Look for us in the back room.

Sat .

1/ 25

Righ t -sizin g Reim agin ed Wor k sh op 1:00 pm - 2:30pm Loveland Public Library - Gertrude Scott Room, 300 N. Adams, Loveland RSVP at 970-852-4900 or http://bit.ly/thriversvp

Fr i.

1/ 31

Cof f ee an d Don u t Social 9:30 am 3415 N. Lincoln Ave., Loveland. Affinity Senior Community - 2nd floor dining room.

All are welcome . Please RSVP at 970-852-4900 or http://bit.ly/thriversvp.

Event s in Febr uar y M on . 2/ 3

THRIVE Lovelan d Fr ee M on t h ly Pizza Din n er f or Older Adu lt s (50+) 2500 N. Garfield Ave., Mountainview Presbyterian Church, Loveland RSVP at 970-852-4900 or http://bit.ly/thriversvp

4:00 pm -5:30pm

Tu es. 2/ 11

TLC - Th e Lovelan d Con n ect ion 9:00 am -10:30pm All Saints Episcopal Church, 3448 N. Taft Ave., Loveland Light refreshments will be served. Please RSVP at 970-852-4900 or http://bit.ly/thriversvp

Wed. 2/ 19

Savvy Sen ior s First Advantage Bank 1475 N. Denver Ave., Loveland - east door, 2nd floor Please RSVP at 970-852-4900 or http://bit.ly/thriversv

Wed. 2/ 26

THRIVE Lovelan d Sen ior Lu n ch Bu n ch at Hok k aido Bu f f et 11:30 am 11011 E Eisenhower Blvd., Loveland. Join us for our monthly lunch meeting.

Lunch is under $10; getting to know other "seasoned adults" in the community is priceless!

Please RSVP at 970-852-4900 or http://bit.ly/thriversvp. Look for us in the back room.

2:00 pm -3:00pm

Car egiver Suppor t 2n d & 4t h Tu es. 10:00am

Est es Par k Car egiver Su ppor t Gr ou p - Con t act Nan cy Bell 970-586-2273 Estes Park Good Samaritan, 1902 Ptarmigan Trail

M on .1-3pm & Weds. 9-11am Ft . Collin s Lif e Tr an sit ion s Gr ou p, Tim or Dan it a 970-221-0406 Elderhaus Adult Day Program, 6813 S. College Ave 7 THRIVELocal.com January 2020

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Eats & Tr eats

by Dan it a Nixon

Berthoud Brewing @ 5030 Local is a triple threat Loveland restaurant and brew pub. Not only do they serve amazing craft beer, but their pub fare (which includes wood fired pizza) and live entertainment are top notch as well!

The ambiance of 5030 Local is definitely upscale. The space showcases amazing wood craftmanship coupled with crystal chandeliers - this is not a combination that you see in the average brewery!

Up the fancy staircase is a their cozy Whiskey Lounge; this is a great place to hang out with friends and enjoy libations. The lounge has a list of spirits that showcases over 100 types of whiskey and a dozen types of rum and tequila.

We encourage you to check out 5030 Local which is located at 1480 Cascade Ave., Loveland.

Tapr oom Hou r s:

Sunday - Thursday 11am to 9pm, Friday & Saturday 11am to 10pm

Wh isk ey Lou n ge Hou r s: Sunday - Thursday 4pm to 10pm, Friday & Saturday 4pm to Midnight Checkout their entertainment schedule on Facebook:

https://www.facebook.com/BerthoudBrewingLoveland/

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Celebr at ing t he Yin & Yang of Mar r iage

by Dan it a Nixon Ph ot os by AM A Divin e Ph ot ogr aph y Ph ot ogr aph ed at 5030 Local

Dana Lynch

Kelly Lynch

She?s a wine drinker.

He?s a beer drinker.

She?s a personal stylist.

He?s a brewer.

She likes to shop.

He likes to mountain bike.

She?s an extrovert and likes to be in the forefront of everything that is happening.

He?s an introvert and likes to watch from the sidelines.

Loveland residents Dana and Kelly Lynch have been happily married for 19 years. When asked what the secret to their happy marriage is, they both claim ?we?re best friends and we don?t sweat the small stuff ?.

Dana and Kelly enjoy hanging out in their back yard oasis, walking their dogs, and spending time with friends and family.

Dana is the owner of Elements of Image. She helps women to take the stress out of getting dressed by creating an easy mix and match wardrobe that fits well, flatters and helps them feel confident all day long!

Kelly is the head brewer and operations manager for a Loveland brewery and restaurant called 5030 Local. Kelly explains what makes their beers different from others on the market, "is the balance of flavors!"

Dana and Kelly celebrate their differences, the yin and the yang of their marriage. They are proof that opposites DO attract and have successful relationships.

They will most likely ring in the new year at 5030 Local, and invite you to join them in the celebration!

Elem en t s of Im age - elem en t sof im age.com 303-868-8925 5030 Local - 5030local.com 1480 Cascade Ave, Lovelan d 970-775-2235 Ph ot o by Ali Alm qu ist , AM A Divin e Ph ot ogr aph 9y THRIVELocal.com January 2020

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Berthoud

(L to R) Jerry Ward, Pete Cowdin and John Beck at Berthoud Days fundraising for the repairs of the hose cart.

John Beck Honorary Fire Chief 32 years with Berthoud Firefighters

Ber t houd Fir ef ight er s In 1888, firefighters were not quite as lucky or prepared as current firefighters. Their job was putting ?the wet stuff on the red stuff.? To do that, they had to find a fire hydrant (and hope there was enough water pressure and volume to reach the flames), attach a hose and nozzle, and, with a little luck and a lot of work, extinguish the flames.

Transporting the hose, nozzles, axes, lanterns, and buckets to the scene of a fire was accomplished by using a hose cart powered by four to twelve men pulling the cart through the streets of Berthoud to the fire. What a job that must have been!

by Vir gin ia Hu ppe

their fellow firefighter, resulting in a large human/cart pile-up.

Today, Berthoud firefighters arrive at an emergency in a huge six-wheel tool box called a fire engine. This tool box holds all the essentials they need; emergency medical supplies, hose, fittings, forcible entry tools, and even a small water supply. The fire engine has the tremendous pumping capacity necessary to deliver the water to the fire.

Back in 1980, the Berthoud firefighters, after much searching, began to ask, ?Where is the fire hose cart? Many of the old timers were asked if they were aware that it was missing and if they knew anything about it. They knew the fire hose cart was around in 1950.

The picture is of Berthoud?s 1890 hose team near the old bank at At that time the fire station was the small brick Mountain Avenue building, just west of the Berthoud Town Hall. Over and Third Street. the years the fire station acquired more modern The fire hose was equipment and in 1950, floor space was tight in 600 feet and wound the station. The volunteers moved the cart out to around the center hub. The cart was pulled by a the back of the station and chained it to a utility long tongue. Ropes were attached to the cart and pole at the northeast corner of the building. A few snapped to the firefighters?wide belts. As you months later, someone asked during a meeting if would expect, racing through the streets in the anyone had moved the cart? It was missing. No middle of the night to fight a fire was dangerous one seemed to know anything about it. There were business. One slip and a firefighter could fall 10 a couple of failed attempts to locate it in the l960s beneath the large wheels of the cart, or trip-up 10

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and 1970s, but the cart seemed to be lost forever.

Longtime Berthoud resident Jerry Ward, who served as the first full-time, paid chief of the Berthoud Fire Protection District back in the 1980s, began asking about the antique hose cart. To his surprise, while drinking coffee with a former fire chief, he was told that the hose cart had been taken to Bailey, Colorado where it had been displayed in parades. Dave King and Paul Rimsky drove to Bailey and brought the hose cart back to Berthoud on a flatbed trailer. Jerry Ward accompanied them in the Fire Department car. The Berthoud Centennial was coming up in 1988, and they wanted to put the hose cart in the big parade that was planned. The hose cart took ?full honors? as the men, dressed in red flannel underwear, dragged it in the parade.

Past an d pr esen t Ber t h ou d f ir ef igh t er s h ave f or m ed a 501-C3 n on -pr of it n am ed ?Car e Tak er s of Tr adit ion .? Th eir goal is t o r aise f u n ds, t h r ou gh don at ion s, t o r est or e t h e 1888 h ose car t t o n ew con dit ion . Upon com plet ion , t h e car t w ill be displayed at Fir e St at ion 1 an d u sed f or edu cat ion al an d h ist or ical pu r poses.

Don at ion s m ade t o t h is gr eat pr oject ar e t ax dedu ct ible an d w ill be solely u sed f or r est or at ion an d display pu r poses.

To don at e, con t act : Pau l Rim sk y 970-290-2317, Jer r y War d 970-290-1468, Joh n Beck 970-290-2511, or Pet e Cow din 970-443-4950.

John Beck of Berthoud was an important part of the Fire Department. He was an unpaid volunteer at the Berthoud Fire Department for 32 years. He was a Training Officer for eight years, Deputy Chief for three years, Assistant Chief for one year, Fire Chief for eight years, and finally, Volunteer Chief.

Ber t houd Senior Cent er

Ber t h ou d Sen ior Cen t er 248 Welch Ave., Ber t h ou d, CO Re-open in g in Febr u ar y 2020!

M eal Ser vice at t h e Ber t h ou d Sen ior Cen t er is st ar t in g on Febr u ar y 11t h at n oon !!

In vit e you r f r ien ds an d n eigh bor s!

M ak e su r e t o RSVP by 1:30 on Feb. 10t h at 970-472-9630.

Volunteers are still needed - contact Shai Hendricks at 970-472-9630 x16 for more information or email her at shendricks@voacolorado.org

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Estes Par k Resident

Meet Dr. Mize

by T. A. Ru st in

Dr. Nicholaus Mize started his career in medicine at 32 years old, an age when most physicians are already in Dr . Nich olau s M ize practice. He does not fit the mold of a typical physician in other ways as well; his goal is to help his patients live the life they choose. He prefers to educate patients about their condition rather than just tell them what to do.

the patient cope with their symptoms in order to live the best life possible. Dr. Mize pointed out that medications, while useful, are only part of a comprehensive treatment plan for a patient with a terminal or chronic disease. He encourages patients to engage with activities such as water aerobics, physical therapy, yoga, and exercise to help them live with chronic pain. ?We aren't looking to be pain-free,? he advises patients, ?because if we create a pain-free state, I won't know if something else is going on in your body.?

Dr. Mize recently joined the staff of the hospital, Estes Park Health, after completing a residency in Internal Medicine and a fellowship in Palliative Medicine. He chose Estes Park over other opportunities for its location (he grew up in small town and he is happy to be returning to one) and for the type of practice he could have. He anticipates that his practice, in large part, will be with geriatric care. He learned that the majority of Estes Park residents are seniors. ?It's the perfect setting for me.? he said.

A teacher at heart, Dr. Mize likes to use much of his time with patients to educate them about their health and their illness. This is particularly important, he emphasizes, with patients who have a terminal disease. ?I'm not afraid to have difficult conversations and I'm not afraid for my patients to have and show their emotions,? he said. ?I don't shy away from those conversations.?

Dr. Mize appreciates the support he has received from the hospital, Estes Park Health, and his colleagues on the medical staff. He is eager to work with community organizations to promote good health, particularly among seniors.

While the majority of Dr. Mize's practice will be in primary care, he also has specialty training in Palliative Care. A palliative care physician, he explained, treats patients with a terminal illness or a progressive chronic illness. Using both Western medications and other modalities, the doctor 's goal is not to cure the illness, but help

Outside of his practice, Dr. Mize enjoys hiking and snowshoeing the trails around Estes Park, playing his guitar, reading, and doing puzzles. ?I'm sort of an introvert,? he noted.

Dr. Mize's approach to patient care reflects his personal values. ?It's to have that open conversation, to be able to detail the different care choices, and ultimately to respect what the patient chooses,? he said. ?I owe it to my patients.?

Dr. Nicholaus Mize practices Internal Medicine and Palliative Medicine with Estes Park Health.

For more information, see their website at https://providers.eph.org/default/details/30?.

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Est es Senior Cit izens Cent er 1760 Olym pian Lan e, Est es Par k

970-581-2195

Hou r s: M on day - Fr iday 9am - 2pm Sat u r day & Su n day Closed Est espar k sen ior s.or g

Lunch Served Monday-Friday at 11:45 Reservations MUST be made by 1:00 pm at least one business day in advance.

For reservations please call 970-581-2195 COST: M em ber - $5, Non -M em ber - $8

All exercise classes are FREE to EPSCC members, Silver Sneakers and MedX members!

To see t h e m en u f or t h e m on t h , st op by t h e cen t er or go t o Est espar k sen ior s.or g

M on , Wed, Fr i:.

10:30am-11:15am Tri-Fit: Cardio, strength & flexibility workout for all levels of fitness.

Tu es & Th u r s: 9:15am?10:15am Elements of Balance: Gentle chair & floor yoga.

Tu es: 10:00am?2:00pm Mah Jongg: Learn to play and enjoy this ancient Chinese game.

January Special Events

Wed, Jan u ar y 15t h . 11:30 a.m .-1:30 p.m .

Member potluck

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Ask the Doctor

Ter r y A. Ru st in , M D

" M y h u sban d is 85. His m em or y an d abilit y t o t h in k clear ly h as been declin in g slow ly, as h appen s t o m ost ever yon e as t h ey get older . Bu t over a day or t w o, h is m in d h as got t en so m u ch w or se.?

Our ability to think, reason, recall, and learn new things peaks somewhere between age 25 and 40, and we expect to have ?senior moments? by the age of 85. But the decline is gradual; a sudden change suggests an acute problem. Here are five of the most common: 1. A urinary tract infection.

Having a urinary tract infection (UTI), in the bladder or in the kidney, can cause a sudden change in mental function in older adults. This is especially true in people with cancer, on chemotherapy, on dialysis, or with underlying lung disease. Typically, a UTI causes burning on urination, a feeling that the bladder is not empty, and needing to urinate often. In seniors, however, a UTI may cause no symptoms at all.

2. Excessive medication Older adults are more sensitive to mind and mood altering medications than younger people. The most common medications that do this are opioids (morphine, hydrocodone), sedatives (Xanax, Ambien), and muscle relaxers (Flexeril, Soma.) However, medications that a person took without incident when they were twenty years younger, such as Benadryl (diphenhydramine) or Dramamine (meclizine), can cause clouding of the mind when they are older.

3. Pneumonia

and a lot of sputum. In older adults, however, pneumonia may not cause a fever, and the person may be too weak to cough up the sputum. The diseased part of the lungs does not absorb oxygen or release carbon dioxide very well, resulting in high levels of carbon dioxide and low levels of oxygen in the blood.

The brain depends on adequate oxygen being delivered with each heartbeat, so low oxygen levels can be the cause of mental confusion.

4. A series of small strokes A stroke is caused by blockage of an artery in the brain, causing death of brain tissue. A big stroke is obvious; the person suddely loses function of an arm or leg, or the ability to speak. Small strokes, however, can just cause mental confusion, disorientation, and problems with balance.

5. Low blood sugar Diabetics are familiar with low blood sugar, caused by the glucose lower effect of medication. However, older adults who are not diabetic can also develp low blood sugar, because their metabolism is not as responsive as it once was. This may happen if a person has not eaten all day and then indulges in a lot of sweets; the blood sugar rises quickly and then falls quickly, causing mental confusion.

About the Author: Terry A. Rustin, MD is a summer resident of Estes Park. He recently retired after 40 years in the practice of Internal Medicine and Psychiatry.

Information provided in this article is informational only, and is not intended to be personal medical advice. Dr. Rustin will answer general questions in this column; write to AskTheThriveDoctor@gmail.com.

Consult your personal physician regarding your own

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Out & About Estes Par k

The Estes Park MountainAires perfomed an extremely fun and lively production of "Falling into Christmas" in front of a packed house in December.

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Johnst ow n Senior Cent er 101 W. Ch ar lot t e St ., Joh n st ow n

970-587-5251

Hours M, T, W, F Open 8am - 4pm Closed noon to 12:30pm 1st & 3rd Monday - 1:30pm Shopping trip

Lunch Ser ved on Wednesday at 11:45am A healthy meal is served every Weds. at 11:45am to those who are 60+ for $4.00.

Check-in for lunch is from 11:30 -11:45 a.m. at the Senior Center.

Reser vat ion s ar e r equ ir ed. Please call 970.472.9630 by 1:30 p.m . t h e

Friendly faces that will greet you at the weekly luncheon!!

The 20 19 Holiday Bout ique was a Huge Success!

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Brain Games

Di d you k now ?

Rin gin g in Th e New Year It used to be customary in England to "ring out" the Old Year at midnight on New Year 's Eve by tolling the church bells as though for a person who had died, and "ring in" the new year with a cheerful peal. There is a well known poem by Tennyson, written in 1850, that refers to this custom. This is the first verse: Ring out the old, ring in th new, Ring, happy bells, across the snow; The year is going, let him go;

Octob ers' Puzzl e Sol uti ons

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Ask the Expert

Real Est at e Quest ions Kimberly Caldwell is a certified Senior Real Estate Specialist and Realtor with Premier Lifestyle Realty in Loveland. With a focus on her clients? wants and needs, she achieves the best outcome in every transaction for buyers and sellers. Kimberly is happy to answer any of your questions.

Q: I've been t h in k in g abou t dow n sizin g an d h ave m an y qu est ion s abou t h ow t o go abou t it . Wh at is t h e best w ay t o get in f or m at ion abou t t h e pr ocess?

A. There are a lot of details to consider. I can meet with you in person, or you can go to the "Right-Sizing Reimagined" workshop that is taking place on January 25th at the Loveland Library. See the announcement on page two with information on where to rsvp. At that workshop we go over all the things you need to think about in order to plan on downsizing in the future.

Q. I w an t t o sell m y pr oper t y, bu t it n eeds a lot of w or k . I ju st w an t t o sell it ?AS-IS? an d n ot r epair it . Wh at ar e m y opt ion s f or get t in g t h e best pr ice?

A. For houses with condition issues being sold AS-IS, you have many options. You can sell directly to the investor that sent you a mailing, and get some cash. But you will pay for that ?convenience?. OR, you can list your home with a Realtor on the MLS. That way you open the pool of possible buyers to a much larger group. With a listing agent, you get the benefit of representation, assistance with pricing, marketing, fielding offers and showings, negotiating, and closing the transaction to name just a few. So if your focus is walking away with more money, then a Realtor who lists your home on the MLS is your best option.

Have a qu est ion t o Ask an Exper t ?

Sen d you r qu est ion s t o Dan it a@THRIVElocal.com

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Loveland Senior Cent er 700 E. Fou r t h St , Lovelan d Hours: Monday - Friday Saturday & Sunday

970-962-2783 8am - 5pm Closed

Saturday Drop-in billiards, Sept-May, 9am-12pm

Lunch Ser ved M-T-TH-F at Noon

A healthy meal is served to those who are 60+ and their spouses at the Chilson Senior Center every Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday at 12:00 noon.

Sponsored by the VOA Senior Nutrition Program for a suggested donation of $2.50. Monthly entertainment is provided.

Reser vat ion s ar e r equ ir ed. Please call 970.472.9630 by 1:30 p.m . t h e pr eviou s day.

Check-in for lunch is from 11:30 -11:45 a.m., lunch at noon at the Chilson Senior Center.

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Making a Difference

Mak ing Mat s for t he Homeless

by Ph yllis Ken n em er

DeLee Cate-Johnson has always felt compassion for the homeless people waiting outside the Community Kitchen where she volunteers. She saw them leaning against the walls, hoping for a bit of residual heat from the bricks or lying uncomfortably on the sidewalk. She wanted help them. So DeLee did some research and came up with a solution? plastic sleeping mats!

The mats are made from plastic grocery bags. They are durable, lightweight, and easy to clean. They provide a dry, cushy surface to sleep on. The mats also contribute to the recycling effort. Each mat uses between 500 and 700 plastic bags.

One of the 1st mats DeeLee delivered

DeLee was elated, and homeless people she gave the mats to, loved them. In October 2017, she recruited volunteers to participate in the sleeping mat project. The group is entering its third year of making mats. They meet in the Community Kitchen on the third Tuesday of every month (except December) from 2:00 to 3:30 p.m. Everyone is welcome. No experience is required. Beginners participate in the way they feel most comfortable. Many of the volunteers take their work home and bring back finished mats when they attend the monthly meetings.

The process begins with pressing the bags flat on a smooth surface. The bags are then folded, cut into 2-inch strips, and tied with slip-knots to make plarn (plastic yarn). The plarn is crocheted into mats using large hooks. It takes about 60 to 70 hours to make one mat.

When mats are completed, they are rolled and tied. Then they are placed in the kitchen where volunteers have easy access for distribution as needed and have them handy when someone asks for one.

For f u r t h er in f or m at ion con t act DeLee at 970-218-3137 or visit f acebook .com / m at sf or t h eh om eless/ lovelan d.

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Oh, t he Weat her Out side is Fr ight f ul: Usef ul Infor mat ion About Slip and Fall Accident s in t he Wint er Mont hs Winter is in full swing here in Colorado. The Front Range averages between 10 and 15 inches of snowfall per month between November and April. With that comes the increased risk of slip and fall accidents.

Consider contacting the personal injury attorneys at Jorgensen, Brownell & Pepin if you suffered injuries from your fall. Our team of experienced attorneys can help walk you through what your options are based on your unique circumstances. JBP can help you negotiate with the insurance, bring a lawsuit if needed, and help you obtain the best outcome from your slip and fall.

There are preventative measures pedestrians can take to minimize the risk of a slip and fall.

Wearing appropriate footwear and taking the time to find the safest route to your destination are important. Also, it?s important to minimize the distractions when walking during the winter months. This means putting away the smartphone and being aware of your surroundings. Small precautions help prevent slip and fall accidents.

If you fall and are injured, make sure you get the medical attention you need. Your primary concern should be addressing your injuries as quickly and effectively as possible. Sometimes pain develops after the first 12-24 hours. Make an appointment with your doctor. Again, your priority should be getting better and taking the steps necessary to recover.

Try to document details of your slip and fall.

Who was around? Get names and contact information. What was around? Take pictures of the area, the conditions, the weather, and your shoes and injuries. These details may become important if you decide to file a claim or bring a lawsuit. Save all medical records and bills, letters from the property owner ?s insurance provider, and other documents you receive as part of your medical treatment or follow up with the property owner.

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