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Meet Jackie & Mark Lindon Together, they volunteer in the Longmont Meals on Wheels Park View Cafe on Fridays, serving tasty food and good conversation. Read their interview on page 38.

This is your time. OWN IT. SENIOR SERVICES STAFF Michele Waite, Manager [email protected] Our 303-651-8415 Mission Megan Quitter, To build and foster opportunities which promote Seniors Recreation Program Supervisor dignity, wellness, independence, enjoyment, [email protected] community, and a sense of purpose for older adults. 303-651-8495 Brandy Queen, Counselor & Resource Education [email protected] Our 303-651-8414 Larry Holtgrewe, Seniors Recreation Coordinator Vision Statement Longmont - a community in which we all age well. [email protected] 303-774-3533 Veronica Garcia, Resource Specialist - se habla español [email protected]

INFORMATION 303-651-8716 Animals Amy Payan, Resource Specialist The only animals allowed in the building [email protected] are Service Animals as defined by the 303-774-4372 ADA which are dogs (or miniature horses) Monica Bautista, Office Assistant -se habla español that are individually trained to do work or [email protected] perform tasks for people with disabilities. Per Senior 303-651-8411 or 303-774-4452 (en español) Center policy, only Service Animals as defined above and animals invited as part of a staff - arranged Deanne Kear, Office Assistant program are allowed in the building. [email protected] 303-651-8411 Robyn Bosica, Admin, Asst., Facility Reservation [email protected] TABLE OF CONTENTS 303-774-4714 Arts & Creative Pursuits 20 Martin Hernandez & Griffin Gastel, Building Maintenance Community News 38 303-651-8411 Computers & Technology 11 General Information Drop-in Programs, Groups, & Clubs 16 email: [email protected] Exercise & Fitness 34 Friends of the Longmont Senior Center 14 General Information 1

Senior Services General Interest 22 www.longmontcolorado.gov/senior-services |

Senior Services is a Division of the Health and Wellness Programs 29 City’s Community Services Department Humanities & Cultural 24 Información y Programas en Español 25 Resource & Supportive Services Guide R1 Summer 2020 Special Events 39 The Fall GO Sports and Outdoors 34 will be available Telephone Resource Page 40 August 3 , 2020. Trips 35 Virtual Programs 4 From the Manager: INFORMATION

Dear Customers, Colleagues, and Friends, This edition of the GO has been delayed and the format and content altered in order for us to best accommodate the quickly changing world that COVID-19 has created for us. At this time, we are unsure of when we will fully reopen the facility as well as when programs will return to fully operational. What we do know is this: 1. A number of resources have become very important to our older community members. Please see page 2 for some of them. 2. There will be no lunch served on site at the Senior Center until at the earliest, September 8. Home delivery is a wonderful option and you can call 303 772 0540 for more information. 3. Any activities that require the “sharing” of an item, such as cards, billiards, or mah jongg, or touching as in dancing, will not be returning until later in the year or when guidance recommends or restrictions safely allow. 4. Any activities that can accommodate both the physical distance and mask- wearing will be reintroduced as soon as it is safe to do so, though it may require fewer participants in a larger room. 5. Masks will likely be required for anyone in the building and the 6 ft. distancing will be enforced. 6. A handwashing station will be located in the lobby and we are asking visitors to wash their hands regularly for their safety and the safety of others. 7. We will design activity rooms to accommodate the 6’ physical distance for as long as that is recommended or required. 8. Book lending through the library in the lobby of the Senior Center is suspended until further notice. 9. Some July and August programs listed in this catalog may be cancelled, or offered virtually, decisions are pending. 10. Registration for activities is underway for virtual programs (see page 4). Stay in touch for additional registration information. Please let us know how we can best keep you informed about registration by A. Calling the front desk and leaving your name and number and asking us to update you about registration, or B. Emailing [email protected] and asking to be added to the biweekly email updates, or C. Checking our webpage at www.longmontcolorado.gov/senior-services regularly for updates. We have missed you and we need you as we all work to make the Senior Center better and safer for all in the months and years ahead. We look forward to seeing you again and working with you to make your Senior Center the best it can be.

Michele Waite, Manager, Senior Services 1 Longmont Meals on Wheels LMOW has been uniquely situated to help Longmont’s older population in the age of COVID-19, as we already help older adults who can’t leave their homes regularly and struggle to prepare meals for themselves. During the coronavirus emergency the agency has also welcomed many of its regular Senior Center Park View Cafe patrons to home delivery. In the first month alone of the emergency, Longmont Meals on Wheels took on 71 new home clients, and the numbers have been continuing to increase at an extraordinary pace since. During the peak of the emergency, Longmont Meals on Wheels partnered with local restaurants. This was a win-win-win for Longmont, local businesses and some of the most high risk in our community. When the city identified Longmont Meals on Wheels as an essential service, the agency worked with the city to come up with a plan to ensure the agency would not have to close due to any coronavirus disruptions. This involved restaurants, giving the agency three things: better social distancing among staff, a chance to stockpile some frozen meals, and a chance to teach other professional kitchens the ins and outs of INFORMATION the agency’s operations in case restaurants had to step in due to a quarantine among the agency’s staff. These wonderful restaurant partners went as low as they could on the price of their meals while still making sure they weren’t hurting their business. Longmont Meals on Wheels averaged more than 2,500 meals delivered every week during the age of “stay at home”, a mix of in-house- prepared and restaurant-prepared meals! Other things changed besides who was making all those meals! To further help with social distancing among staff, volunteers and clients, Longmont Meals on Wheels went down to one delivery per week, sending out a week’s worth of meals in one day. Most of the meals were frozen for folks to heat up throughout the week as they needed. On the days that there was no delivery, Longmont Meals on Wheels staff called clients for a tele-wellness check. This moment of connection every day was so important at a time of such extreme isolation. It may be some time before everything returns to normal at Longmont Meals on Wheels, so please call 303-772-0540 or visit them at longmontmeals.org for the latest news or to sign up for home delivery.

Karla Hale, Executive Director Longmont Meals on Wheels

COVID-19 INFORMATION AND RESOURCES

• City of Longmont information can be found at: https://www.longmontcolorado.gov/ departments/departments-n-z/public-information/coronavirus-disease-2019-information • Boulder County Public Health: https://www.bouldercounty.org/families/disease/covid-19/ has Boulder County Public Health orders and other related information. • Boulder County Housing and Human Services Call Center: 720-776-0822 Press 1 for Public Health Press 2 for Workforce Boulder County Press 3 for Humans Services public benefits Press 4 for Area Agency on Aging • Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment and the Colorado State Emergency Management Operations information is listed at: https://covid19.colorado.gov lists orders from 2 the Governor and State Public Health. COVID-19 INFORMATION AND RESOURCES Senior Services Seniors Food and Delivery

Resource Specialists Carry-Out-Caravan – A free grocery shopping and INFORMATION delivery service for people 60+. See R3 of the GO for Call 303-651-8411 to connect with Amy, Veronica, or more information. our newest resource staff person to find out about a wide variety of resources available for older adults and Longmont Meals on Wheels – Delivers meals to caregivers of older persons. This includes assistance in homebound seniors. Contact for 303-772-0540 for accessing services, financial assistance, and much more. information on fees and to sign-up. OUR Center – Has a drive through food pantry and Audio Information Network hot meals. OUR Center is located at 220 Collyer St. Contact OUR Center at 303-772-5529 for details on Provides blind, visually impaired, and print-disabled food pantry and meal schedule. persons with free audio access to magazines, grocery ads, calendars of events, public service notices, Via Mobility Services – Via is delivering groceries and and nearly 100 CO newspapers. Listeners choose assisting with medication pick-ups. Via has increased what type of device they want to use to access frequency of cleaning and sanitizing vehicles and is programming. Call 303-786-7777. trying to keep trips to one passenger at a time. Call 303-447-2848 for more information. Boulder County Area RTD Access-A-Ride – If you are a current Access-A-Ride customer, you can contact 303-292-6560 for grocery Agency on Aging (BCAAA) pick-up and delivery from your grocer or food bank. Serves older adults, people living with disabilities, family and informal caregivers, and veterans across the county. Legal The BCAAA provides resource information, health and wellness tips, and tips on combatting social isolation Free Landlord-Tenant Mediation is available for on their Facebook page in English and Spanish. COVID-19 Related Issues; you can contact the See page R1. Longmont Mediation services at 303-651-8444. Free Virtual Legal Clinic- The Boulder County Bar Caregiver Support Association has created a resource for the many people affected by the current pandemic who may need legal Alzheimer’s Support Hotline- Caregiver support is help. If you would like to request help from an attorney, available at the 24/7 Alzheimer’s Association hotline visit www.boulder-bar.org and complete the Virtual at 1-800-272-3900. Legal Clinic registration form or call 303-440-4758. WellMed Charitable Foundation- Free online Once your request is received, you will be contacted to Caregiver Support available at https://www. set an appointment with a volunteer attorney. wellmedcharitablefoundation.org/caregiver-support/ caregiver-teleconnection/ Social Connections *See page R2 for a list of additional support groups Kind Connections provides a friendly phone call to and emotional support resources* seniors in need of connection during the COVID-19 social isolation. You can reach out for a friendly Public Benefits call at https://www.sparkthechangecolorado.org/ Low-Income Heating Assistance Program (LEAP)- kindconnection or call 303-282-1234 Need help with your heating bill? LEAP has extended Well Connected offers activities, lifelong learning, the application deadline until August 31st, 2020 or friendly conversation, and support groups. You can until funds run out. contact them at 877-797-7299 or www.covia.org/ Medicaid, Food Stamps, and/or Old Age Pension- services/well-connected During building closures, you can contact Boulder County Housing and Human Services by calling or Unemployment texting at 303-441-1069 or emailing HHSCallCenter@ Workforce Boulder Count has Career Support BoulderCounty.org. To apply for benefits you Specialists that are available to help navigate the can create a Colorado PEAKS account at https:// Unemployment Insurance system. They can be coloradopeak.secure.force.com/ or call 303-651- reached at 720-776-0822. You can also contact the 8411 to request a paper application. If you need to Unemployment Insurance Call Center for questions submit documentation, you can email it to imaging@ around unemployment. The Call Center is available bouldercounty.org or there is a drop box at 515 Monday - Friday: 8AM to 4PM at 303-318-9000 or at Coffman St. near the entrance off of Terry St. the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (TTY) line 303-318-9016.

For additional resources on COVID-19 and how you can help or get help, please visit https://www.longmontcolorado.gov/departments/departments-n-z/public-information/ coronavirus-disease-2019-information. 3 INTRODUCTION TO VIRTUAL PROGRAMS Free & Register in Advance. To register for a virtual program, you will need to call 303-651-8411 before 4pm on the weekday before the program is scheduled. You will receive an email the evening before the scheduled program with the sign on link and information. Please make sure Senior Services has a valid email for you. PROGRAMS

Registration for activities is underway for virtual programs (see page 1). Stay in touch for additional registration information. Please let us know how we can best keep you informed about registration by A. Calling the front desk and leaving your name and number and asking us to update you about registration, or B. Emailing [email protected] and asking to be added to the biweekly email updates, or

VIRTUAL VIRTUAL C. Checking our webpage at www.longmontcolorado.gov/senior-services regularly for updates.

This is your time. OWN IT.

4 Introduction to Virtual Programs - Free & Register in Advance. To register for a virtual program, you will need to call 303-651-8411 before 4pm on the weekday before the program is scheduled. You will receive an email the evening before the scheduled program

with the sign on link and information. Please make sure Senior Services has a valid email for you. VIRTUAL

RESOURCES AND SUPPORT PROGRAMS Living with Alzheimer’s: Advance Care Planning For People with Younger and COVID-19 Onset Alzheimer’s Register online with The Conversation Register with the Alzheimer’s Association by calling Project at https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/ 1-800-272-3900 register/797113351500371213 Dates: Tuesday, June 9 Date: Monday, June 15 Time: 10:00 - 11:00 am Time: 6:00 – 7:30 pm PROGRAMS Cost: Free, and please register in advance Have you reviewed and updated your advance

directives? It is important that we take the time When someone under age 65 is diagnosed with to do this regularly, especially in times of change. Younger-Onset Alzheimer’s disease or a related The Conversation Project of Boulder County dementia, the first reaction is often shock or hosts a live webinar covering basic advance care denial. This doesn’t happen to someone so planning documents, conversations, and specific young… does it? What does the diagnosis mean? questions to consider during the COVID-19 What kinds of plans need to be made? What about pandemic. Advance care planning coaches will work? What resources are available? Hear from be available for one-on-one meetings online those directly affected and learn what you need to after the presentation. After registering at the know, what you need to plan for, and what you can link above, you will receive a confirmation email do to ease the impact of the disease. containing information about joining the webinar. Presented by the Alzheimer’s Association.

Medicare Basics Classes Boost Your Systems - Registration #384501.06 Charge Up Your Power Date: Monday, June 15 Registration #385070.00 Time: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Date: Thursday, June 18, 2020 Cost: FREE, and please register in advance (you Time: 9:00-10:30 will then be emailed a link to sign up for the virtual Cost: Free, and please register in class online, so be sure we have your email address) Summeradvance. time is a great time to be outside. Medicare Basics classes are offered by the Boulder Sunshine and fresh air are the best way to give County Area Agency on Aging Medicare your yourself, your body, and your immune Counselors. The classes provide unbiased, up- system a boos. Get a dose of positive to charge to-date information about Medicare enrollment, up your psychological wellness. But, how else can benefits, costs, what and how Medicare pays, you give yourself more protection? How do you choices under Medicare plans, how they work, and build up the immune system while you shelter prescription drug coverage. Everyone is welcome: safely at home? Let’s look at options together. pre-enrollees, people with Medicare, caregivers, Let’s find the potentials for positively providing family members, staff and service providers, and wellness and immune boosts. Presented by community members. Call the Senior Center at Renita Henson, RN, BSN, NRPC, CCCTM 303-651-8411 to register.

Caregiving 101 Registration #384515.00 journey. Whether you are caring for a parent, Date: Tuesday, July 14 spouse, child, sibling, neighbor, or friend, you are Time: 5:30 – 6:30 pm welcome to attend. It doesn’t matter if the care Cost: FREE, and please register in advance (you recipient lives with you, near you, or in another will then be emailed the invitation to the virtual state. If you are providing unpaid care or support class, so be sure we have your email address) for someone you love and/or take responsibility for as their functioning declines, you are a caregiver. In If you are new to caring for an older adult in your this program we will discuss resources for legal and life or foresee that you might be in the future, this financial planning, education, support groups, and program will help you learn about local resources honoring care recipient’s right to self-determination. and supports you may need on your caregiving Led by Senior Services’ staff Brandy Queen, LPC. 5 RECREATION AND LEISURE PROGRAMS

Thought-Provoking Afternoon Chats with Grey Havens Philosophy Connect with others and expand your mind by joining Grey Havens Philosophy for fascinating conversations online every Monday afternoon on Zoom. You can get your thoughts flowing and your brain working by setting aside just one hour at the beginning of each week to share ideas! Hosted by Kelly Cowling, Robyn Bosica, and Grey Havens philosophy facilitators. All generations welcome. Register for FREE with the Longmont Senior Center, and we will provide information on how to join the conversation via Zoom. These discussions are part of the Grey Havens Philosophy 2020-2021 Ethics Initiative. PROGRAMS This discussion series will take place every Monday afternoon through the end of August. Topics and registration numbers will be announced at a later date.

Technology and Privacy: Parts I & II Thinking Games Registration: #384438.6A Registration #384438.6C Date: Mondays, June 1 - June 8 Date:​ Monday, June 29 Time: ​2:00 - 3:00 pm Time:​ 2:00 - 3:00 pm Cost: ​ Free, and please register in advance Cost: Free, but please register in advance

With social distancing more of us are living more of Explore everyday ethical dilemmas along with our lives online. Most of us possess at least some the most pressing social questions of our day VIRTUAL VIRTUAL form of “smart technology,” and many of us even in a fun, interactive format designed to sharpen live in smart homes. All this technology means that your thinking and discussion skills. This program there is a lot of information available to companies, will take place either outside at Roosevelt Park or law enforcement, and even criminals. How do we online via Zoom. balance the benefits of smart technology with our notions of privacy? Education: Parts I & II Registration #384438.7A The Good Life: Parts I & II Date: ​ Mondays, July 6 - July 13 Registration #384438.6B Time: ​ 2:00 - 3:00 pm Date: ​ Mondays, June 15 - June 22 Cost: Free, and please register in advance

Time: ​2:00 - 3:00 pm What does it mean to be educated? Does everyone Cost: Free, and please register in advance have an equal right to education? We’ll examine What does it mean to live a good life? to be a good everything from homeschooling to student loan person? We’ll explore notions of goodness in who debt as we discuss the state of education in we are and how we live, as well as in larger contexts America. such as society and humanity.

Thank you to the Friends of the Longmont Senior Center, Inc. Board members and donors for supporting these virtual programs and services. The Friends have provided funding which has allowed staff to offer interesting and helpful virtual connections and programs. The Friends ongoing support of funds to assist with necessary basic needs for low income older adults has been critical during this pandemic as well. THANK YOU!

6 Poetry: Painting with Words “Make a Point” Writing Salon Date: ​ Wednesdays, June 3, 10, 17, 24 Dates: ​ Monday, June 8 ​Registration #384448.06

Registration #384431.06 Monday, July 13​ Registration #384448.07 VIRTUAL

Time: ​ 11:00 am - 12:30 pm Date: ​ Wednesdays, July 8, 15, 22, 29 Cost: Free, and please register in advance Registration #384431.07

Want to explore your writing skills? Time: 3:00-4:30pm Want help prompting ideas from Cost: ​ Free, but please register in advance your brain to paper? All you need is If a Painter, as Paul Valery said, “takes his body paper and pen/pencil, and an open with him,” do not some poets also follow suit? mind. Spend the time writing and Beginning with the poetry of Hilda Morley and the encouraging each other. The salon cut-outs of Matisse, each month we will explore the is facilitated by Debbie Noel. Previously an award relationship between one poet and one visual artist, winning reporter, marketing director, executive PROGRAMS exploring the techniques of each, and bringing director and project manager, her talents were our discoveries to the composition of our own used in various ways to fulfill her dream of writing. poetry. Other poets included are Anne Lauterbach, Debbie held a writing salon in Pennsylvania and Elizabeth Bishop and John Ashberry, as well as now brings her writing and organizational skills to the painting of Vermeer, Cezanne, and Velasquez. Colorado with this salon and her blog “Drop in with Instructor: Jack Greene, poet and visual artist. Debbie” at longmontcolorado.gov/ownit.

Blue Willow – Rattlesnake Respect: An American Favorite Colorado Snakes and Other Registration #384340.00 Wiggly Things Date: ​ Monday, June 8 Registration # 384335.00 Time: ​ 1:00-2:30pm Date: Wednesday, June 17 Cost: ​ Free, but please register with the Front Desk Time:​ 1:00-2:30pm Cost: ​ Free, but please register in advance Blue Willow China has found its way into American households of every era and economic bracket. What is a snake? Do you think it is long and How it got its name, what made it such a favorite pipe-like, slithery, slimy, crawls on its belly, and and why it has lasted so long are all explored. dangerous? With this description we should be Presenter: Elizabeth Nosek able to identify them. Right?…Wrong! Snakes are identified from noodle-size to bigger than a firehose. There are over 2,700 species on every continent except Antarctica. Twenty-six species live in Colorado and nine dwell in Larimer County. Other Virtual Programs Let’s look at non-venomous and venomous, what may be listed elsewhere. happens when a snake bites, how it affects the See page 31 for Lunch & Learns body, who is at risk, and what to do if bitten – as & Page 34 for Exercise well as snake trivia, snake jokes, and snakes in U.S. History. Presenter: Robert Meroney 7 Eating Through Time Registration #384341.00 Date: Monday, July 13 Time: 1:00-2:00pm Cost: Free, but please register in advance Everyone eats. What we eat and why is influenced by a wide range of factors that have evolved over time. Today, we are reviewing the history of our The Future of Bees food choices. Join Elizabeth Nosek of iCurate4u Registration #284370.00

PROGRAMS as we take a look at what has fueled our food Date: ​ Wednesday, June 24 choices over time. Time: ​ 1:00-2:00PM Cost: Free, but please register in advance

Found on every continent except Antarctica, bees are vital pollinators, making possible much of the food humans eat. In recent years, however, crucial bee species have experienced significant loss. Since the 1990s, the bumblebee population has plunged almost 90%. Additionally, since 2006, a malady

VIRTUAL VIRTUAL called Colony Collapse Disorder has afflicted honeybee populations. Join Active Minds as we dive into the world of bees and examine the factors that are affecting these important species.

Letting Go of Angst through Photoshop: Goofs and Disasters the Process of Forgiveness Registration # 384336.00 Registration #384452.07 Date: Wednesday, July 15 Date: ​ Tuesdays, July 7, 14, 21, 28 Time: 1:00-2:30pm Time: ​ 10:00-11:30am Cost: Free, but please register in advance Cost: Free, but please register in advance Preparation of artwork, advertisements, and figures We define forgiveness as a conscious, deliberate using Photoshop techniques can add impact, clarify decision to release feelings of resentment or communication, remove distractions, and improve vengeance toward a person or group who has appearance. Unfortunately, careless cropping, harmed us. It’s difficult to discover whether or not figure enhancements, and deletions can result in someone deserves our forgiveness. When we hold embarrassing to funny results which can result on to our pain, anger or resentment we continue to in viewer shock, embarrassment or laughter. This hurt ourselves and our pain does not do anything presentation shows a number of dramatic examples to the offender. Come and explore how to allow of what to avoid doing. Presenter: Robert Meroney the practice of forgiveness to bring us joy in the process of our own personal growth and happiness. Presenter: Bobbi Nesheim, Ph.D., MFT Social Security 101 Registration #384517.00 Date: Thursday, July 23 Most Pivotal Year in History – Time: 10:30 am – 12:00 pm 1862 Cost: FREE, and please register in advance Registration #384331.00 Date: ​ Wednesday, July 8 After registering, you will receive a confirmation Time: ​ 1:00-2:30pm email containing information about joining the Cost: Free, but please register in advance webinar. Josh Weller, public affairs specialist with The Civil War was tearing the country apart, the Social Security Administration, will provide threatening to extinguish the concept that a a pre-retirement presentation discussing Social government of the people, by the people, and Security benefit eligibility, how benefits are calculated, for the people could ever work. Thanks to the enrollment options, online services and more. leadership of Abraham Lincoln in 1862, America as 8 we know it, survived. Presenter: Paul Flanders The History of Radio Albert Einstein Registration #284374.00 Registration #384332.00

Date Wednesday, July 29 Date: Wednesday, August 5 VIRTUAL Time: ​ 1:00 – 2:30 pm Time: ​ 1:00-2:30pm Location: Zoom presentation and in the gym Cost: Free, but please if the Senior Center is open register in advance Cost: ​ Free, but please register in advance He is often cited as one of Throughout human history, there have been a the most influential scientists of the 20th century number of inventions that have fundamentally as well as impacting American History with his changed how people communicate. One of the recommendation to FDR to develop an atomic most influential was the advent of readio. Although bomb, an idea he later regretted. Presenter: Paul the technology was discovered in the 19th century, Flanders radio really came into the popular culture in the PROGRAMS first half of the 20th century. Even today, radio “Make a Point” Writing Salon continues to reach nearly 250 million Americans on Registration #384448.08 a weekly basis. Join Active Minds as we trace the Date: ​ Monday, August 10​​ history and impact of this important technology. Time: ​ 11:00 am - 12:30 pm Cost: Free, and please register in advance Do We Have Free Will? If So, Want to explore your writing What Does It Look Like? skills? Want help prompting Registration # 384452.08 ideas from your brain to paper? Date: ​ Tuesdays, August 4, 11, 18, 25 All you need is paper and pen/ Time: ​ 10:00-11:30am pencil, and an open mind. Cost: Free, but please register in advance Spend the time writing and Where does will originate? How do people talk encouraging each other. The about will? The fact is, will is hard to define. Is will salon is facilitated by Debbie something as simple as a purpose or something Noel. Previously an award more collective, like a resolution? In this class, we winning reporter, marketing director, executive will be exploring the boundaries of will, its origins, director and project manager, her talents were definitions, and impact on our lives. From focusing used in various ways to fulfill her dream of writing. on philosophical topics such as “free will” to Debbie held a writing salon in Pennsylvania and discussing the idea of “the will of the people” our now brings her writing and organizational skills to will features everywhere. This class will help you to Colorado with this salon and her blog “Drop in With better discover your own will and how you can use Debbie” at longmontcolorado.gov/ownit. it in everyday life. Presented by Bobbi Nesheim, Ph.D., MFT Grant Wood Registration #384333.00 Poetry: Painting with Words Date: ​ Monday, August 10 Registration #384431.08 Time: 1:00-2:30pm Cost: ​ Free, but please register in advance Date: ​ Wednesdays, August 5, 12, 19, 26​​ Time: ​ 3:00-4:30pm An adept silversmith, designer, muralist, and Cost: ​ Free, but please register in advance illustrator, Grant Wood If a Painter, as Paul Valery said, “takes his body was an unconventional with him,” do not some poets also follow suit? artist for his time. Recent Beginning with the poetry of Hilda Morley and the exhibits have finally cut-outs of Matisse, each month we will explore the begun to recognize relationship between one poet and one visual artist, him not only as a exploring the techniques of each, and bringing regional artist but as our discoveries to the composition of our own the trailblazer he was poetry. Other poets included are Anne Lauterbach, for today’s artists. Join Elizabeth Bishop and John Ashberry, as well as Elizabeth Nosek of the painting of Vermeer, Cezanne, and Velasquez. iCurate4u to explore the Instructor: Jack Greene, poet and visual artist. genius of Grant Wood. 9 Women’s Suffrage in the U.S. Registration #384334.00 Date: ​ Tuesday, August 18 Time: ​ 1:00-2:30pm Cost: ​ Free, but please register in advance

It took activists and reformers many decades to win the right to vote for women in the United States and on August 18th, 1920, the 19th Amendment to the Constitution was finally PROGRAMS ratified. JoinActive Minds as we tell the story of women’s right to vote in the United States “Eyes on 100 years later. We will highlight the role Susan Longmont” B. Anthony, Elizabeth Cady Stanton, and others Video/Film Club as well as discuss current issues around gender Mondays, 9:15 - 10:30 am equality in our political process and leadership. (Currently conducting virtual meetings) We are a volunteer group who have fun producing in depth documentaries and “shorts” to educate, entertain, and inform residents of Longmont and

VIRTUAL VIRTUAL the Boulder County area. Join us and learn every aspect of video/film production in a supportive atmosphere. Videos are uploaded to YouTube and shown at the monthly “Big Picture” program at the Senior Center as able. See page 17 for additional information. Barbara Hau is the contact person for the group: [email protected] or 575-770-6483.

The Big Picture U. S. Currency: Art, History, The Senior Center’s Video Production Club, and Symbolism “Eyes on Longmont,” and its members Registration # 384337.00 have been busy exploring Longmont and Date: ​Wednesday, August, 19 surrounding areas – capturing the stories, Time: 1:00-2:30pm history, events, and more, ALL on VIDEO! We Cost: ​ Free, but please register in advance are fortunate to show and enjoy some of their work. This talk reviews the history of American money from the time of the American revolution to Rather than meeting in person for the Summer today. It includes the initial issue of paper money “Big Pictures”, enjoy a variety of the many videos by the Continental Congress in 1775 in units produced by the group “Eyes On Longmont” since from $1/6 to $80 (not worth a Continental); 2012. Catch a variety of films with topics including the first US coin that Benjamin Franklin helped but not limited to: design in 1787 - the Fugio; the first US Currency - Rocky Mt. National Park Fraud by the Asst. Sec. of Treasury under George - Local artists & photographers Washington, William Duer; early U.S. coinage - Numerous local musicians are spotlighted including the Silver Cent and Ring Cents; and our first US legal tender paper money, $1 issued - ‘Love You Longmont’ series 1862; and discontinued currencies such as the - Many familiar faces telling ‘spellbinding’ stories! $3, $500, $1000, $5,000, $10,000 and $100,000 - Plus so much more! bills. The art and symbolism found on different denominations are shown, the story of Hobo Watch the films via the nickels, the Masonic conspiracy, and proposed “Eyes On Longmont” YouTube Channel: evil influences. Presenter: Robert Meroney https://www.youtube.com/channel/ UCqpPfybYX2SIgWC8gwg2awg Or simply search for “The Longmont Channel” once on the YouTube site. 10 Senior Computer Tech Center – [email protected] A Peer to Peer Learning Opportunity With social distancing as a way of life for the near future, we are now reliant on technology more than ever before. Our ALL VOLUNTEER Coaches are available to help you comfortably use technology to perform COMPUTERS your day to day activities and stay connected with your family, friends, and community. Since we cannot meet with you in person, we have set up learning and fun activities using the internet and the telephone. Contact SCTC via phone: Personal Coaching • New HOTLINE at: 303-834-7703 Are you new to smart devices or computers? Do you need help using Zoom? Is something wrong • Senior Center front desk at: 303-651-8411 with your computer or smart device. Do you have a new device? We can provide technical assistance on All Activities will be conducted via Phone most devices. or Zoom Video Conferencing. • Submit a request via the Request Remote Help • All are FREE and registration is NOT required. button on our web site or call the HOTLINE or the Senior Center Front Desk. • Sign up for our Emails and our Newsletter. TECHNOLOGY • A Coach will contact you directly. AND • Go to our web site, click on Sign Up for Emails. • A Coach will help you via phone and with your

• You will receive an Invite email with a link to all permission remote access into your computer. of our activities. • A Coach cannot meet with you in person!!

June Activities July & August activities will be announced ​Computer Club: Monday June 8 at 9:30am in late June. Check the webpage or call Share information and knowledge relating to technology, the Senior Center for details. personal computers and smart devices.

​Genealogy Research Workshop: Activity Day Date Time Wednesday June 24 at 1:30pm Do you have a question about on-line resources, a research Our problem, or just how-to-questions? Bring your issue or question Favorite Wed 6/3 10:00-11:30 am and work together with other genealogists from the Longmont Apps Genealogical Society to find answers. Game Time Thur 6/4 1:00-3:00 pm Drop-In Lab Fri 6/5 2:00-4:00 pm ​Game Time: Thursdays June 4, 11, 18, 25 at 1:00pm Computer Have fun using technology playing Pictionary, Trivia, etc. Mon 6/8 9:30-11:30 am Club ​Drop-In Labs: Fridays June 5, 12, 19, 26 at 2:00pm YouTube Wed 6/10 10:00-11:30 am A great resource for your technology needs. Basics One-on-one assistance, any device. Game Time Thur 6/11 1:00-3:00 pm ​Lectures: Drop-In Lab Fri 6/12 2:00-4:00 pm ​Our Favorites Apps: Wednesday June 3 at 10:00am Grocery Apps are popping up all over. We need them now more than Shopping Thur 6/18 10:00-11:30 am ever. We will share our favorites in this roundtable discussion. Online ​YouTube Basics: Wednesday June 10 at 10:00am Game Time Thur 6/18 1:00-3:00 pm YouTube is a video sharing website. It's the destination to watch Drop-In Lab Fri 6/19 2:00-4:00 pm videos, everything from movie trailers and music videos to vlogs Filtering Wed 6/24 10:00-11:30 am and even news. We will explore the YouTube library. Fake News ​Grocery Shopping Online: Thursday June 18 at 10:00am Genealogy Learn the basics of ordering groceries online using Shipt, Research Wed 6/24 1:30-4:00 pm Instacart or directly through your favorite grocery store’s website. ​ Workshop ​​Filtering Fake News: Wednesday June 24 at 10:00am Game Time Thurs 6/25 1:00-3:00 pm Today’s technological advances make our lives easier; however, Drop-In Lab Fri 6/26 2:00-4:00 pp with the advent of fake news, annoying robocalls, social media tracking, privacy issues, and deep fake videos, how are we supposed to figure what is true and what is fake? We will give you some ways to research or combat such intrusions and to filter out the noise. 11 GETTING INVOLVED: PARTICIPATION & REGISTRATION INFORMATION Welcome to The Longmont Senior Center and Longmont Senior Services Many new and some repeated activities, events, trips, and services are offered each quarter. Some activities are offered weekly throughout the year and some on a series of dates, monthly, or quarterly basis. Many activities require registration and a fee to be paid. You will see a Registration # listed with the activity and these are in various sections throughout the catalog. There are activities offered on a “drop-in” basis, often free or for a very low cost, most are listed in the Drop-In section of the GO with more detailed information. Resources and Supportive Services are detailed in the Resource Guide located in the center of each catalog. Registration kickoff dates and information are located below. PARTICIPATION IN GENERAL: • There is no membership fee to participate in • Special Requests & Reasonable activities or receive services from the Division of Accommodations: Senior Services. • Senior Services activities are geared toward • Adults 55+ are first priority; however, people independent adults who are able to manage under 55 may participate in certain activities if their own care, decision making, and safety. Staff, space is available and/or in certain circumstances. leaders, and escorts cannot provide supervision of Activities specifically designed for all ages individuals. If an adult companion is needed, the are identified by an icon. Requirements vary companion may participate, regardless of age, and INFORMATION by activity. Contact the front desk for details. must pay all fees associated with the activity. Information regarding participants is not provided • Please note that personal or individual listening to, nor shared with, other individuals. devices are available for activities occurring in the • Caregivers of older adults are welcome to Senior Center.. attend programs in order to provide assistance - DISABILITY ACCOMMODATIONS: In compliance to someone. In that case, please inform our with the Americans with Disabilities Act front desk when the care recipient registers. If a (ADA), we will do our best to make reasonable caregiver wishes to participate in the program, accommodations to ensure our activities are then the caregiver should also register and pay accessible for the widest range of participants. for the program. Please be specific with the accommodation • Wait Lists: Wait Lists are maintained for you need. Please let us know at the time of activities requiring registration. Staff process registration or prior to your planned participation all cancellations and waitlisted participants are in a program that does not require registration. given first priority to fill openings. If the activity The earlier we know, the better we may be able to is occurring the next day or next business day, accommodate your request. staff process the waitlist quickly and cannot wait for call backs. - SPECIAL REQUESTS: If you do not have a disability as defined by the ADA but would like to make a special request, please be specific about REGISTRATION FOR your request at the time you register and before you plan to participate. The earlier we know, the Summer Activities better we may be able to accommodate your Call the Senior Center at 303-651-8411 to leave request. your name and phone number to receive an • Registration #: Refers to the unique Activity, update on activities and registration. Or you can Class, Event or Trip number which a person would sign up for our biweekly email updates by emailing reference when registering. [email protected] or watch our Senior Services webpage at www.longmontcolorado.gov/senior-services New DUE TO COVID-19

Weather Activity Written and published by the Division of Senior Services, City of Longmont. Cancellation 910 Longs Peak Avenue, Longmont, CO 80501 Information Phone: 303-651-8411 | Fax: 303-651-8413 www.LongmontColorado.gov/senior-services For up-to-date information about program Regular Operating Hours: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, Monday - Friday cancellations due to inclement weather, please Para información en español llame al 303-774-4452 o correo 12 call 303-774-4447. electrónico [email protected] (se habla español) INFORMATION

AgeWell at the Longmont Senior Center is your "go to" resource on how to stay healthy. Stop by or call for information about Health and Wellness Services and Programs. See pages 29-33 & R3 for more details. AgeWell Office Hours Scholarship Funds – (when the Senior Center opens): The Friends of the Longmont Senior Center, Inc., Tuesday: 9:30 am – 12:30 pm have set aside funds to assist low income older Wednesday & Thursday: 9:00 am – Noon adults in participating in various activities organized & 1:00 – 4:00 pm by Senior Services. As long as funds are available, an Closed: Friday individual may use up to $150 a year towards Senior Services activities of his or her choice and up to $150 Telephone: 303-651-5080 per calendar year specifically to assist participa- www.centura.org/locations/longmont-united-hospital tion in Senior Services exercise/wellness programs. Cancellations are not refunded back to the person’s scholarship account. Persons who live within the St. FREE WELLNESS CLINIC Vrain Valley School District with a total annual in- THE NURSE IS IN: come (from all sources) of $20,000 or less for a single 1st & 3rd Mondays, 9:00am-Noon person and $30,000 or less for a couple can qualify for scholarships. Call the front office at 303-651-8411 for more information.

Gift Certificates Gift certificates are available at the Senior Center. What a great way to show someone you are thinking of them! Tell your family about these as a gift suggestion. They are available in any amount and can be used for your choice of Senior Services organized classes, trips, or Plan to re-open special events. Call the front office at 303-651-8411. September 8

FOR A BETTER Experience You're Invited to Lunch! FOR ALL AND TO HELP US Monday - Friday, 11:30 am - noon SERVE YOU BETTER PLEASE: Coffee: 75¢ bottomless cup If you need a special accommodation, Great meals are available weekdays please let us know as early as possible. at the Senior Center. Arrive prior to when the activity begins Longmont Meals on Wheels prepares nutritious Silence all devices during activities meals and serves onsite in our Park View Café. Tell us in advance if you have to cancel, even if it’s a free activity Call 303-772-0540 Register for all activities with a registration number for information on menus and meal costs. Help minimize disruptions to activities in www.longmontmeals.org progress. For example if you have to leave early, please take a seat near the door. 13 FROM THE FRIENDS PO Box 313, Longmont, CO 80502 | www.friendslongmont.org President, Ruth Waukau; Co -Treasurers, Jane Cox and John Shetter; Secretary, Ruth Rosenblum; with Chuck Allen, Mary Blue, Julie Burrows, Linda Fetterman, Roger Jurgens, Barbara Kusinitz, Karan Michael, and Rick Stewart.

The Friends of the Longmont Senior Center, Inc. is a 501©3 non-profit organization registered with the State of Colorado. The Board meets the fourth Tuesday from 3:00 – 4:30 pm at the Senior Center. If you would like more information, please contact Michele at 303-651-8415. OF THE LONGMONT OF CENTER SENIOR Dear Friends,

Welcome to the new board members of Friends of the Longmont Senior Center; Chuck Allen, Roger Jurgens, Barb Kusinitz, Julie Burrows Loza, and Rick Stewart. We are grateful for what they bring to the Senior Center; their skills, wisdom, and commitment to improving the lives of seniors in our community. Together they bring financial expertise, community awareness, a willingness to be involved in enhancing the lives of older adults, and the wisdom of aging. FRIENDS I also want to acknowledge and welcome new volunteer peer counselors; Beth Bowles, Gary Scott, Sharon McCaffrey, and Rose Ayers. They recently completed an intensive training to provide supportive counseling to our community of older adults facing loss, challenging changes in their lives, depression, anxiety, and caregiving responsibilities.

It is difficult to understand the full experience that a caregiver faces. Even with my many years of facilitating caregiver support groups there was more for me to learn. When my older brother was struck with Alzheimers Disease, I traveled long distance multiple times a year to help my sister-in-law. It was during those trips and that time spent with them that I realized how incredibly overwhelming the responsibilities and challenges may be for caregivers and how supportive services can really make a difference.

Older and younger adults may be caring for a spouse, parent, sibling or dear friend. Senior Services offers many programs to educate and support our caregivers. There are 2 monthly caregiver support groups here and others throughout the county. Classes at the Senor Center change every quarter and may include dealing with the stages of Alzheimers Disease, being a savvy caregiver, or building a care team. Check out the Health and Wellness and Resource Sections of the GO for details on these opportunities. Call Brandy Queen (303-651-8414) about counseling services.

Finally, I want to welcome Griffen Gastel, our new custodian. Without his skills our center cannot maintain its high standard of care & cleanliness.

Ruth Waukau, President 14 THANK YOU TO OUR RECENT DONORS:

Karen Roney Donna Prestwood Many Friends of Barbara Wright Hix & Chix Square Dance Club Tammy Golden Don & Karen Wood Family Fund Don Alspaugh Libra Fund at Longmont Community Foundation Mary Headley Gifts in Memory Of: Janice Bratt Greg Wright Fred Wilson Anonymous CEP attendees FRIENDS John Loza Marilyn Ewing Dorothy Handler Betty Thorpe Shirley Lessig Barbara Wright Virginia Arter Evelyn Fraser Mitzi Wood Gail Hogsett Julie Burrows Loza COVID-19 donations Thomas P. & Betty Lou Brock Fund Charles Beehler Ralph Silkensen Karan Michael Neighbor to Neighbor COVID-19 Relief Fund Rick & Sandy Stewart Mary Ann Barnes Ruth Waukau Ruth Przybeck We Give to Live, Wayne Dellinger SENIOR CENTER OF THE LONGMONT Deborah Arnold Brenden Neville & Lindsay Parsons Longmont Community Foundation

Thank you to Becky Williamson for her enthusiasm, leadership, ability to establish and maintain a welcoming and inclusive environment, commitment to Longmont, and her willingness to share an incredible amount of time and skill. When asked to teach a 6 week knitting class over 20 years ago, Becky said “yes”. And she continued that commitment for all of these years leading a weekly knitting group with over 45 regular members. The group has given away thousands and thousands of baby hats, blankets, sweaters, mittens and more. Becky was the founder and keeper of this group for so long and she will be dearly missed by knitters, staff, and many others in Colorado and beyond.

A Grand Thank You ... • To the numerous community members who collectively have donated almost 1,000 masks that have & will be given to older adults; • To the Tuesday Lap Robe group for their donated book bags to our local Head Start and quilts to many in need; • To the Wednesday knitters for their thousands of donated hats, sweaters, blankets, etc. to many happy folks; • To our Extended Travel Partner, Gold Key Travel, and especially Karen Wood; • To the Boulder International Film Festival (BIFF) organization for sponsoring the BIFF films, and especially Ann Moss, Jerry Shapins, and Robin Beeck; • To the sponsors of and volunteers for the weekly Lunch Bunch: Friends of the Longmont Senior Center, The Bridge, Longmont Meals On Wheels, Life Care Center of Longmont, and our other volunteer facilitators; • To Mental Health Partners and Ursula Herrmann for providing support groups for women; • To Teddy Wright for proofreading the GO; • To Front Range Community College for ongoing support of the Computer and Technology learning program; and • To the Royal Neighbors 4825 for their support of the Tuesday Lap Robes group; • To The Sunshine Club of Longmont for their initiation and continued financial support of The Sunshine Senior Smiles Program offered in cooperation with the Friends of the Senior Center; and • To the Tuesday Lap Robe group for their donation of fabric for mask making due to COVID-19. 15 Drop in programs will operate differently in the months ahead and will depend on guidance from the state and Boulder County Public Health. ! For up to date information, call the Senior Center at 303-651-8411

Bailes de Mi Tierra Cards Canceled until further notice Dancers are wanted to join this Latino outreach Mondays, 12:45 - 4:00 pm activity though you do not need to be Latino to Leader: Barb. Mainly play Hand and Foot participate. The dancers practice and perform Canasta. Beginners and newcomers welcome. various dances and songs from Central and South Wednesdays, 12:45 - 4:00 pm America. If you are interested or want more Generally for established groups. information, call Monica at 303-774-4452 or Veronica at 303-651-8716. 4th Saturday of the Month, Noon - 4:00 pm Saturday Potluck and Games. Newcomers welcome.

Computers for Public Use Restrictions will be in place when we reopen PROGRAMS, PROGRAMS, GROUPS & CLUBS GROUPS Two public access computers with a black and white ink printer are available in the computer room in the lobby. Use is time limited and monitored to 60 minutes. A guest pass is required and available at the front desk. Printing of the first five pages is free, then10¢ per page after that payable at the front desk. Computer room hours There may be restrictions are Monday- Friday 8:00 am- 4:45 pm. Billiards - 6 Great Tables! DROP-IN 50¢ donation suggested for play Computer Club Monday through Friday 8:00 am - 4:45 pm 2nd Mondays, 9:30 – 11:30 am Wednesdays and Fridays 8:00 am - 4:45 pm A forum for the exchange of information and 9:00 am to Noon, a time for women wanting knowledge relating to technology, personal to play with other women is encouraged computers, and smart devices. See page 10 for 1st & 3rd Thursday evenings: 6:00 – 8:45 pm more information.

Creative Stitches Bowling - for Seniors Drop-in Handwork Group New Players Check-in at the Bowling Alley Desk for Fridays, 1:00 – 4:00 pm information and lane assignment. Bring your own quilting (or other small handwork) Practice begins at 12:45 pm and games begin and enjoy conversation and help with your project. at 1:00 pm. The cost is $9.50 for 3 games. Small donation for snacks and supplies. This is come-as-you-can, no commitment for regular attendance. Sponsored solely by Centennial Lanes. Call 303-651-3800 for Current Events information about dates and times. Check for possible Virtual Option Tuesdays, 10:15 - 11:30 am Bridge (Open) For years, older adults have been meeting for an hour or more to review local, national, and international Canceled until further notice events which affect them. They share their views Mondays, 12:30 - 4:00 pm and analyses arrived at from wide reading and Partners are not necessary. Individuals are rotated often personal and professional experiences. Many into games. New players are welcome. meet a bit earlier to share coffee and conversation. Call Ray Allison at 303-772-7816. 16 Moderated by Tom McCoy. Dulcimer Group - Singin’ Strings 2nd & 4th Thursdays, 2:00 – 3:30 pm The mountain dulcimer, also known as the lap or Appalachian dulcimer, is an intriguing instrument developed in America. It is an increasingly popular musical instrument known for its sweet lilting qualities. All levels of dulcimer players are welcome to join in to work on their skills and share music. Call Nancy Beaudrot at 303-772-2094 for more information or before dropping by the group as they may be in the community performing during practice time. Cost: 50¢ per session.

Dances Canceled until further notice Friday Citizens’ Open Forum DROP-IN 1st & 3rd Thursday evenings, 7:00 - 10:00 pm Dances are held at the Longmont Senior Center. Check for possible Virtual Option $6.00 per person for admission to the dances. Fridays, 1:30 - 4:00 pm Both singles and couples enjoy the fun at the The focus for this group has broadened from the friendliest dance and on the best dance floor in town. original one regarding the 2008 “great recession.” The addition of “citizens” encourages a link of this (Genre: BR - Ballroom, P - Polka, CW – Country study to positive participation in the community. Western, W - Waltz, L -Latin, S -Swing, BB - Big Topics are suggested and chosen by vote a week Band, LD - Line dance, CR – Classic Rock, most early. Topic leaders get up to 20 minutes to can play most requests) kickoff discussion. Other attendees typically GROUPS & CLUBS get two 5-minute slots to air their views, hold PROGRAMS, the floor, and direct the discussion. Curious newcomers are welcome and need not participate at their first meeting. Expect lively discussion and good humor. Rick Fitzgerald, host.

This is your time. OWN IT.

17 Lap Robes Tuesdays, 8:00 – 10:30 am This Senior Center–sponsored all volunteer sewing group creates quilts and lap robes for non-profit Friends of the Longmont agencies in the community to be distributed to those Senior Center, Inc. in need and for disaster relief locally, nationally, and 4th Tuesday, 3:00 - 4:30 pm internationally. Call Larry at 303-774-3533 to find This nonprofit board seeks to enhance the services out about joining this group and helping to cut and programs of the Longmont Senior Center blocks, piece tops, or tie quilts. Diane is the group through fundraising activities. See page 14. leader. New batting material as filler is needed; if you have any please drop it off at the front desk. German Language LGBT Supper Club Conversation Group Second Thursday each month, 5:30 – 7:30 pm Date: Thursdays Rainbow Elders of Boulder County is a social and Time: 1:00 – 2:15 pm aging resource for LGBT (lesbian, gay, bisexual, If you are a native speaker of German or have and transgender) older adults. They have a Supper studied German, but lack someone to practice the

Club that alternates monthly meeting at a local language with to keep your speaking skills up to restaurant and having a potluck meal at the date, come to this group to practice with others Longmont Senior Center. Call the Area Agency on who also speak some German and are looking to Aging at 303-441-4518 for more information or enhance their skills in conversation with others. email [email protected]. Contact Julia Jordan at 720-333-2318 or Jim PROGRAMS, PROGRAMS, GROUPS & CLUBS GROUPS Petri at 303-772-6048 for more information. Library Canceled until further notice Grandparents Raising Grandkids (Senior Center) Kinship Support Group Books are available for checkout every day. Please return them within three weeks. 1st Monday, 6:00 - 7:30 pm No late fees are charged. Share and learn from others who are involved in raising their grandchildren. Childcare provided. Please RSVP to Martha Wilson with The Kinship Longmont Kiwanis Club Program at 303-441-1205 if you plan to attend. Fridays, 9:25 -10:25 am

DROP-IN New members are always welcome. Call Marv Van Peursem 303-618-7452 for information. We serve the community and children all over the world. See our web site for more information.

Mah Jongg Canceled until further notice Fridays, 1:00 – 4:00 pm 4th Saturday, noon – 4:00 pm (combined with Saturday Potluck & Games) Mah Jongg players. Join this lively group if you already know how to play the game and are looking for others with whom to play.

NARFE Knit and Purl Restrictions will apply. 2nd Friday, noon - 2:00 pm at Perkins. Wednesdays, 9:00 - 11:00 am The National Active and Retired Federal This group is meeting for over 20 years. Group Employees meet regularly at Perkins for a lunch. members can knit their own projects or, if you’d Call Larry Schluntz at 303-772-6419. like, knit for local charities in the area. Yarn and needles are available, preferably for knitting items Pickleball – see page 34 for details. to be given away. This group welcomes all levels 18 of knitters. Quilting (By Hand) Singing for Well-Being Will resume after Thursdays, 1:00 - 4:00 pm 2nd Tuesday, 11:00 am – 12:00 pm mask wearing restriction are Old-fashioned quilting for others who pay to Cost: $5.00 resident, $6.00 non-resident lifted. bring in their own quilt tops to be quilted by Please see the Health and Wellness section the Thursday Hand Quilters. Funds raised are of the GO for more information about this donated to the Friends of the Senior Center. drop-in group for anyone living with neurological Hand-quilting experience is required and NO challenges and their caregivers, partners, or family. instruction is provided. Newcomers please call Doni at 303-651-3213 before dropping in and Spanish Conversation Group for more information. Small donation for snacks Fridays, 1:30 – 3:00 pm and supplies. Develop cross-cultural friendships and cultural understanding while improving your Spanish. Saturday Potluck & Games All levels are welcome; however, there is no (Cards, Mah Jongg, etc.) instruction and all conversation is in Spanish.

Canceled until further notice DROP-IN 4th Saturday of the month, Social hour and Square Dance - Hix-N-Chix potluck noon – 1:00 pm and games 1:00-4:00 pm (Sept. – May) Dances 2nd and 4th Wednesday Older adults meet for a potluck, cards, Mah evenings at the Senior Center, 7:00-9:30 pm Jongg, games, and socialization. Call Wilma at For information and cost for the club, contact Larry 303-485-7044 or Diane Gamble at 303-776- Marchese at 720-966-0280. See lessons, page 39. 2662. All are welcome for the social hour. If you are interested in games only, please come at Support Groups 1pm. No experience needed for games except Several support groups are available for Mah Jongg is for experienced players only. interested persons. Many are open for drop-in GROUPS & CLUBS PROGRAMS, participation. See the Resource Guide for a list or Scrapbooking & Paper Crafts call Brandy at 303-651-8414. Wednesdays, 9:00 am – noon This is an ongoing drop-in group, meeting Swingin’ Seniors Rhythm Band weekly; come as you can. Work on creating Begins, Monday, September 9 and then the scrapbooks, family history journals, greeting 1st Monday, Sept – May, 1:00 – 3:00 pm cards, and other paper crafts. All levels of skills This group performs regularly at senior residences are welcome as we share ideas and inspiration. If and organizations in the community. Traditional and you are new to this hobby or just want to explore homemade instruments are welcome. The ability to how to get started, drop in and visit with others read music is not required. Call Mori Glidewell at to see what supplies you will need. Call Marty 303-651-0960 for more information. Baker at 303-931-9199 for more information. Women’s Social Group Senior Citizens Advisory Board 1st, 3rd, and 5th Tuesdays, 11:30 am – 1:00 pm 1st Wednesday, 10:00 am - noon Are you looking for a way to make new friends? The City Council appointed board meets the Come have lunch with us and enjoy socialization first Wednesday of the month from 10:00 am to with other supportive women. You can either noon. The 2020 members are: Susan Alling, bring your lunch or buy lunch from Meals on Sara Beery, Jack Belchinski, Prudence Carter, Wheels here at the Senior Center. If you have Michelle Cregut, Sheila Conroy, Art Quintana, questions, you can call Wilma at 303-485-7044. and Jeanine Tarrant. Please contact Michele at 303-651-8415 for more information. Woodcarving Fridays, 8:00 am -11:30 am ShuffleboardPlay may be limited Beginner and experienced woodcarvers meet Thursdays, 8:30 – 10:30 am weekly to work on projects, offer advice on Beginners welcome, no experience needed. The techniques or equipment, and share their group will play several games and then have enjoyment of this lifelong hobby. All carvers are coffee and snacks. Participants will have a chance welcome. Call John at 303-772-2007 or Bob at to play with a variety of people. A donation of 303-435-9505 for more information. On the first $1.00 for refreshments is asked. Leftover funds Friday of each month, carvers do a “show and support an annual group lunch. tell” that is open to anyone who would like to see their work. 19 Porcelain Art Will resume Please call 303-651-8411 if you in the Fall are interested in Porcelain Art

Porcelain or China painting classes for beginning and advanced students, learn to make beautiful hand-painted porcelain or china for yourself or others. If you would like to sign up, please put your name on a list at the Senior Center front desk, and the instructor, Alna Heil, will contact you for your class registration, cost, and times.

Arts and Creative Pursuits may be canceled or modified depending ! on the orders and guidance related to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Alcohol Ink Freeform Mixed Media Workshop Workshop Registration #384132.00 Registration #384127.00 Date: Wednesday, July 15 Date: Wednesday, August 12 Time: 1:30-4:00pm Time: 1:30-4:00pm Cost: $37.00 resident, Cost: $35.00 resident, $40.00 non-resident $43.00 non-resident Watercolor and Pen & Ink are the mediums we Join me while we create will use to create fantastic abstract artworks. wispy, ethereal, magical creations that have the Imagine swirling colors together in a freeform look of translucent cloth. We will work on different painting and then finding shapes in the color to non-absorbent surfaces, including ceramic and accentuate with pen & ink. Amazing illustrations Yupo paper, and practice on freezer paper. Alcohol are created from this technique. This can be a fun inks, as you might guess, have rubbing alcohol relaxing meditative experience. Instructor: Donna in them; we will be using straight 99% and 91% Clement rubbing alcohol as well. We will use straws, hair Materials will be supplied for a fee of $5 paid to dryers, metal ball styluses/embossers to move teacher. Please bring a pad a smooth Strathmore the inks around. This is a really fun medium! I will Bristol board or a pad of Strathmore mixed media supply all surfaces including: ceramic tiles, Yupo paper 9” x 12” or larger. paper, and straws. PLEASE check your receipt for a copy of your supply list. Instructor: Donna CREATIVE PURSUITS PURSUITS & CREATIVE Clement There will be a $7 supply fee payable to the instructor at the time of the workshop. ARTS This is your time. OWN IT Through Creative Pursuits! 20 Studio Time with Donna Clement Time: 1:30 – 4:00 pm Dates: Mondays, July 6-27 Registration # 384103.07 Cost: $42.00 resident, $50.00 non-resident Dates: Mondays, August 3-24 Advanced Oil Painting Registration # 384103.08 Time: 1:30-4:00 pm Cost: $42.00 resident, $50.00 non-resident Dates: Tuesdays, July 7-28 If you have ever taken a class from Donna Clement Registration # 384115.07 you can take this class. You can work on drawing Cost: $48.00 resident, $56.00 non resident whatever project you wish, using mediums such as colored pencil, graphite, pen & ink, oil paint, Tuesdays, August 4-25 watercolors, etc. I will be there to guide you Registration # 384115.08 throughout. You will have use of my supplies like Cost: $48.00 resident, $56.00 non resident usual. This will not be a class where I lecture I will This class is for experienced oil painting students, simply be there to help and guide you when it is needed. Supplies: bring supplies needed for your if you have been taking Oil Painting classes ARTS previously you will like this new, more dedicated project. Instructor: Donna Clement painting class as you will continue to gain experience as you paint. Donna will patiently help students one on one. You will learn painting techniques such as, impasto, knife painting, scumbling, and dry brush as well as different & CREATIVE PURSUITS styles of painting. You will continue working on composition, color theory, and most of all you will continue to gain more expertise in learning to see the nuances in color and how to mix those colors correctly. PLEASE check your receipt for a copy of your supply list. Instructor: Donna Clement

Pastel Class for all levels Creative Card Making Time: 1:30 – 3:30 pm Dates: Monday, July 20 Registration #384129.07 Dates: Mondays, July 13, 20, 27 Registration #384131.07 Monday, August 17 Cost: $30.00 resident $36.00 non-resident Registration #384129.08 Time: 2:00-4:00 pm Dates: Mondays, August 10, 17, 24, 31 Cost: $12.00 Resident, $14.00 non-resident Registration #384131.08 Cost: $40.00 resident and $48.00 non-resident You will make 4 Projects in each class – seasonal Pastels are easy to work and travel with. We will cards as well as general purpose cards (e.g. Thank work a little on designing the picture you want you, Birthday). Chris Pereira will be leading these to paint and then transfer the image to the Pastel classes and is so very excited to share with you paper and paint it. Bring photos of what you want her love of paper crafting. All paper supplies are to paint to class – best to start with landscapes or included and extra kits will be available for $3.00 flowers or fruits or vegetables. A supply list is will each. You need only bring your smile, scissors, and be printed on your receipt. your favorite adhesive. Instructor: Hanlie Wessels.

Arts and Creative Pursuits may be canceled or modified depending ! on the orders and guidance related to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Please Note: All classes and programs with a Registration number require advance registration. 21 General Interest Programs may be canceled or modified depending ! on the orders and guidance related to the COVID-19 pandemic.

AARP Driver Safety Class 55+ Willmaker Legal Seminars Wednesday, July 8 Registration #384212.07 In a single easy session, complete a will, a financial Wednesday, August 12 Registration #384212.08 power of attorney, and a combined medical Time: 8:30 am – 12:30 pm directive (including living will, medical power of attorney, and organ donation), all with the help of July/August Cost: $15.00 AARP members, $20.00 a licensed attorney Rebecca L. Bennetti and her non-members, payable to AARP and accepted at staff. Includes all materials, witnessing, notarizing, class. (Cash or Check ONLY!) individual review, and plenty of time for discussion AARP’s fast-paced format of a half-day session and questions. Couples must have individual wills. is designed to sharpen driving knowledge and A $30 materials fee payable to the instructor at the skills and to develop strategies for adjusting to beginning of class. accelerated changes in vision, hearing, reaction Dates: time, and other elements that relate to our Tuesday, July 14 Registration #384243.07 abilities to be safe drivers. Graduates may be Tuesday, August 25 Registration #384243.08 able to qualify for a discount on auto insurance. Time: 6:00 – 9:00 pm Registration for this class is required. Cost: $100.00 resident, $125.00 non-resident, (plus $30.00 materials fee) Medicare Basics Classes Note: See page 30 for information about Advance Directives classes.

GENERAL INTEREST Registration #384501.7A Monday, July 20, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Registration #384501.7B Via Town Hall: Tuesday, July 21, 6:00 – 8:00 pm (evening class) Coffee with Frank Registration #384501.8A Date: Thursday, July 16 Tuesday, August 11, 6:00 – 8:00 pm (evening class) Time: 10:00 – 11:30 am Cost: FREE, and no need to register Registration #384501.8B Monday, August 17, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Join our town hall forum to get updates about Via services (including paratransit, HOP, Access-a-ride, Cost: FREE, and please register in advance and Flexride), hear our director, Frank’s, vision for Via’s future, and share your transportation needs Medicare Basics classes are offered by the Boulder and concerns. Coffee and snacks will be provided County Area Agency on Aging Medicare by Via. Counselors. The classes provide unbiased, up- to-date information about Medicare enrollment, benefits, costs, what and how Medicare pays, choices under Medicare plans, how they work, and prescription drug coverage. Everyone is welcome: pre-enrollees, people with Medicare, caregivers, family members, staff and service providers, and community members. Call the Senior Center at 303-651-8411 to register.

22 Navigating Change in LOCO Community Living Composting 101! Registration #384516.00 Registration #384245.00 Date: Thursday, August 13 Date: Thursday, August 6 Time: 1:00 – 2:30 pm Time: 10:00-11:00am Cost: FREE, and please register in advance Cost: FREE, and please register in advance

Making changes in how and where you live in Join us as we discuss the composting program in community can be a daunting process, and having

Longmont [LOCO]. Whether interested in learning GENERAL INTEREST some information about your options can help this about the program and getting a container for process be less difficult. Join three professionals home pickup, or just want a better idea of what in the field,Kym Hansler, Marnie Biln from the different colored trash cans mean and what All About Seniors, and our Long-Term Care goes where when you’re in a business. This class Ombudsman, Erica Corson, to discuss how to should help with some of those head scratching navigate these changes with confidence. We will questions, as well as give some insight into the help you explore your values and questions you process and the benefits of the program. want to ask in order to find the right fit in an assisted living, skilled nursing facility, or memory care. You do not have to be considering a move right now in order to participate.

Reverse Mortgages: The workshop is presented by HUD-approved Learn the Facts reverse mortgage counselors from the Boulder County Personal Finance Program. We will present Registration #384507.00 objective information on how a reverse mortgage Date: Wednesday, August 5 works and its advantages and drawbacks so you Time: 10:00 – 11:30 am can make an informed decision about whether it is Cost: FREE, and please register in advance right for you.

CONVERSATION STARTER FILM SERIES Cost: FREE, and please register in advance Do you enjoy hearing others’ ideas and sharing your thoughts? Almost daily, we may be faced with situations that are interesting, confusing, or complicated. The intent of this program is to explore different perspectives and gain understanding on topics of aging-related through discussion and illustrative films. The discussion will be led by our Seniors Counselor, Brandy Queen. Mimi and Dona (2015) The Power of Vulnerability Registration #384225.07 (2010) Date: Friday, July 17 Registration #384225.08 Time: 1:00 – 2:30 pm Date: Friday, August 21 What happens when love runs out of time? For Time: 1:00 – 2:00 pm a 92-year-old mother, Mimi, who has cared 64 Brené Brown is a social worker and researcher years for Dona, a daughter who has an intellectual who studies human connection and our ability to disability, it means facing the inevitable—the empathize, belong, and love. In a poignant, funny likelihood that she will not outlive her daughter and talk, she shares a deep insight from her research, the need to find her daughter a new home. This one that sent her on a personal quest to know poignant, heartbreaking and, at times, humorous herself as well as to understand humanity. After documentary traces this process through the thousands of hours of research, she boiled down story of a quirky and deeply connected mother- her findings into this TED talk. Run time: 20 min. daughter duo. The film spotlights the challenges of aging caregivers of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities—some 4.6 million Americans, 75% of whom live at home with family— and details the ripple effects of Dona’s disability on Please Note: All classes and programs with a three generations of a Texas family. Run time: 56 min. Registration number require advance registration. 23 Housing Information Session This session provides information on affordable for Older Adults and subsidized housing in Longmont. One of our Registration #384520.7A Tuesday, July 7 Longmont Senior Services Resource Specialists, Amy Payan and Veronica Garcia, will discuss Registration #384520.7B Tuesday, July 21 the reality of current housing, availability and Registration #384520.8A Tuesday, August 4 affordability, and how to get started. At the end Registration #384520.8B Tuesday, August 18 of the presentation, there will be time to look Time: 1:00 – 2:30 pm over the applications and get assistance from the Cost: FREE, and please register in advance resource specialist.

German and Spanish Language Conversation Groups See page 18 and page 19 for more details regarding these two free opportunities to meet with others and strengthen your language skills.

BIFF FILMS CULTURAL & CULTURAL

Longmont Senior Services and the Boulder International Film Festival (BIFF) have created an exciting partnership to bring exceptional independent films to the Longmont Senior Center. A BIFF representative will present each film and facilitate a brief discussion. The films are projected onto a screen so that they are larger and easier to see. Time: begins at 5:30 pm Cost: Free, and please register in advance HUMANITIES

BIFF Short Films 2020 Registration #384403.00 Date: Tuesday, July 28 Award and one won Best Animated Short at BIFF. Six incredible short films from BIFF 2020 will be These shorts represent very different parts of shown in one evening’s showing. Many of these the world; some are funny, some are sad, all are have won awards. One has won over 33 awards; incredibly well done. We promise you will leave the another was nominated for a 2020 Academy films laughing. Don’t miss these crowd favorites.

Contact Larry for updates and details at 303-774-3533

24 Para más información sobre recursos para Adultos Mayores en la Internet, vea la pagina de red www.BoulderCountyAyuda.org o teléfono 303-774-4452

El personal del Senior Center se preocupa por sus clientes y queremos asegúranos que continúen a estar saludables y seguros. Durante el tiempo del La Pandemia Covid-19, el Senior Center está tratando de navegar el orden nacional y local para saber cuándo podemos abrir para al uso público. Por favor tengan paciencia con nosotros. Gracias.

Para información y recursos sobre la coronavirus, clic aquí https://www.longmontcolorado.gov/ departments/departments-n-z/public-information/coronavirus-disease-2019-information/informaci-n- sobre-la-enfermedad-del-coronavirus-2019

CLÍNICA LEGAL VIRTUAL GRATUITA PARA LOS AFECTADOSPOR LA PANDEMIA COVID-19 La Asociación de Abogados del Condado de Boulder ha creado un recurso para las muchas personas afectadas por la pandemia actual que pueden necesitar ayuda legal. Normalmente, nos referiríamos a nuestras clínicas legales gratuitas mensuales, pero están en espera hasta que recibamos la autorización completa. La Asociación de Abogados del Condado de Boulder se da cuenta de que estos son tiempos difíciles, y estamos aquí para ayudarlo. ¡Manténgase saludable y seguro! Obtenga más información en www.boulder-bar.org | Comuníquese con el BCBA al 303-440-4758

Becas para uso en el Senior Center A través de Los Amigos del Longmont Senior Center, hay fondos reservados para ayudar a las personas de bajos ingresos a participar en varias actividades organizadas por Senior Center. Un individuo puede usar hasta $150 por año para actividades y se ofrece $150 específicamente para programas de ejercicios ofrecidos por el Senior Center. Comunicase con Monica a 303-774-4452 para más información sobre becas. PROGRAMAS EN INFORMACIÓN Y Para los siguientes grupos no se requiere registración puede venir a conocer y reunirse con personas de intereses similares.

Bailes por la noche, Coro- Grupo de Apoyo Grupo de Canto, Billar, El Fecha: se cancela hasta nuevo aviso Tiempo: 10:00 – 11:30 am Grupo de Conversación en Costo: GRATIS español, Bailes de Mi Tierra Registración: no es necesario (si necesita hablar ESPAÑOL Debido al Corona Virus estos grupos están con alguien antes de julio llame a Monica) cancelados hasta nuevo aviso. ¿Qué es un Grupo de Apoyo? Un grupo de personas que comparten experiencias en común, dan apoyo, educación y hablan sobre los cuidados de un ser querido. Igualmente se habla sobre problemas de salud relacionados con el envejecimiento. Al participar en un grupo de apoyo usted puede: Ahora más • Sentirse menos solo al encontrar consuelo que nunca es y apoyo en otras personas con experiencias similares importante que se • Ayudar a otros relatando y compartiendo tus registre para recibir correos experiencias electrónicos cada mes! • Aprender a expresar sus sentimientos, temores y frustraciones De esta manera no se pierde una clase o evento y • Aprender a lidear con las situaciones difíciles le avisamos cuando haiga una nueva revista del GO. y planear estrategias para enfrentar los Regístrese con llame al 303-774-4452. problemas. • Mantener una conexión con la familia y la comunidad. 25 Grupo de Apoyo Mutuo Well Connected Español es una comunidad compuesta de participantes, empleados, facilitadores, presentadores, y Fecha: El primer lunes de cada mes otros voluntarios que se preocupan por los demás y que (se cancela hasta nuevo aviso) valoran estar conectados. Todos los grupos son accesibles Tiempo: 6:00 – 7:30 pm por teléfono o computadora desde cualquier lugar sin costo Costo: GRATIS alguno. Si está listo para registrarse, póngase en contacto Registración: Para más información y/o para con nosotros marque 877.400.5867 o por correo electrónico a reservar su asiento, llame a [email protected] Maria Guerrero al 303-441-1038 La Agencia de Servicios y Programas para Adultos Mayores Para Abuelo/as, Tío/as, y otros que están criando a del Condado de Boulder está disponible por teléfono y correo un menor que no es su hijo biológico. electrónico para continuar sirviendo a la comunidad, ya que Ofrecemos: todos seguimos las órdenes del estado de Permanecer en • Educación, apoyo, y información sobre recursos Casa. Sirven a adultos mayores, personas con discapacidades, en la comunidad cuidadores familiares y veteranos en todo el Condado • Cuidado de los niños durante el grupo de Boulder. Además de apoyar a estos grupos, brindan • Cena (burritos o pizza) información sobre salud y bienestar en su página de Facebook • Una buena oportunidad para conocer a otros en inglés y español. Síganlos en Facebook para obtener como usted en su comunidad actualizaciones e información. Si desea conectarse con sus servicios, llámenlos al 303-441-1617 o envíenles un correo Clases y Programas pueden cancelarse electrónico a [email protected]. o modificarse según las órdenes locales relacionadas con la Pandemia Covid-19.

Los siguientes programas, clases y eventos requieren registración y traen un número de Pan, Café, y la Muerte registro asignado y deben de registran antes de tiempo con Monica en la recepción. # de Registración: 384608.00 Fecha: viernes, 24 de julio Tiempo: 9:00 – 10:30 am Costo: GRATIS, y por favor regístrese con Monica Ejercicios Buenos y Fáciles # de Registración: 384607.00 ¡Hablemos de la muerte! Únase con nosotros en el Fecha: lunes, 13 de julio Café de la Muerte, una reunión para aquellos que Tiempo: 9:00 – 10:00 am desean ser parte de una conversación reflexiva, Costo: GRATIS, y por favor regístrese con Monica respetuosa y, a veces provocativa, sobre la muerte. Nuestro objetivo es aumentar la conciencia de la

ESPAÑOL En esta clase vamos a aprender cómo hacer muerte mientras ayudamos a las personas a sacar ejercicios fáciles que nos ayudan en nuestro el máximo provecho de sus vidas finitas. Este no es día a día. Los ejercicios básicos ayudan con la un grupo de apoyo en el duelo. La discusión será circulación y nos ayudan a mantener nuestra confidencial. Se ofrecerá café y pan. independencia y salud en major estado. Vamos a aprender ejercicios que Podemos hacer en cualquier lugar a cualquier hora. Presentado por Cafecito, Películas, y Marisol Zavala Sardina, RN, BSN. Conversación INFORMACIÓN Y INFORMACIÓN EN PROGRAMAS # de Registración: 384602.00 Habla con la Enfermera Fecha: viernes, 7 de agosto Fecha: lunes, 13 de julio Tiempo: 9:00 – 11:00 am Tiempo: 10:00 – 11:00 am Costo: GRATIS, y por favor regístrese con Monica Costo: GRATIS, y registración no es necesario Acompáñenos a ver películas y tener discusiones Marisol Zavala Sardina, RN, BSN es la acerca de las mismas. Exploraremos diferentes enfermera en la oficina de AgeWell. Como perspectivas y obtendremos una mejor enfermera, pertenece al equipo de transición de comprensión sobre temas relacionados con cuidados de Longmont United Hospital. Ustedes el envejecimiento a través de interesantes pueden hablar con Marisol este día. No hay discusiones y películas ilustrativas. Xóchitl Lopez 26 costo. Una cita no es necesaria. será nuestra moderadora para las discusiones. RECURSOS Para más información sobre recursos para Adultos Mayores en la Internet, vea la pagina de red www.BoulderCountyAyuda.org o teléfono 303-441-1617, (marque 2 por espanol).

Meals on Wheels Voluntarios Bi-lingual (un programa de alimentos) ¡Tenemos una variedad de oportunidades, Ofrece un almuerzo caliente especialmente para aquellos que disfrutan de las y nutritivo preparado de enseñanzas del arte a la historia y la tecnología – lunes a viernes por un Chef. nos encantaría escuchar sus ideas! Por lo pronto las comidas Contacte al 303-774-4452. se están entregando en casa solamente. El costo es determinado por una escala a base de los ingresos mensuales del participante. Si gusta más CLÍNICA LEGAL VIRTUAL información sobre este programa comunicase con GRATUITA PARA LOS Monica al 303-774-4452. AFECTADOSPOR LA PANDEMIA COVID-19 ¡Duplicar sus beneficios de La Asociación de Abogados del Condado de asistencia alimentaria en el mercado! Boulder ha creado un recurso para las muchas Personas que reciben asistencia para alimentos personas afectadas por la pandemia actual que pueden usar su tarjeta de SNAP para comprar pueden necesitar ayuda legal. Normalmente, comida elegible en el Mercado de Agricultores nos referiríamos a nuestras clínicas legales en Longmont. Por cada dólar que gasta usando gratuitas mensuales, pero están en espera hasta su tarjeta de SNAP, recibirá un dólar en Double que recibamos la autorización completa. La

Up Food Bucks (hasta $20 por visita al mercado) Asociación de Abogados del Condado de Boulder PROGRAMAS EN INFORMACIÓN Y para comprar frutas y verduras cultivadas se da cuenta de que estos son tiempos difíciles, localmente. Para más información, visite y estamos aquí para ayudarlo. ¡Manténgase bouldercountydoubleup.org o llame al saludable y seguro! Obtenga más información en 303-441-1330. www.boulder-bar.org | Comuníquese con el BCBA al 303-440-4758 ¡Conéctate con Cultivate!

El programa Carry-Out Caravan de Cultivate Relaciones seguras y saludables ESPAÑOL conecta a los miembros de la comunidad con Si desea hablar sobre las relaciones con una personas mayores de 60 años de edad o más que pareja íntima u otros miembros de la familia, tienen dificultades para obtener acceso fiable a los puede programar una cita para reunirse comestibles. En Longmont, los pedidos se toman personalmente con una consejera de Safe Shelter. los lunes y los voluntarios compran los comestibles Durante este tiempo, puede hablar sobre en el supermercado King Soopers ubicado en 17th cuestiones de seguridad en las relaciones o Avenue y Pace, y los llevan los martes a las casas incluso tener una discusión sobre lo que hace de los clientes. Este es un servicio gratuito, pero que las relaciones se sientan saludables o no se requiere una tarjeta de crédito o de débito del para usted. Si esto es algo que le interesa, cliente para pagar por las compras. Se ofrecen llame a Melissa Peña al (303) 772-0432 para también otros recursos para más información llame programar una cita. Si necesita hablar con alguien a Ruby Zavala a 303-443-1933. inmediatamente sobre sus inquietudes, también puede llamar a la línea de crisis para hablar con Consejera de Medicare una consejera al (303) 772-4422. Proporciona información objetiva y asistencia con respecto a los beneficios de Medicare, seguros de salud, las políticas complementarias, sus derechos y más. Si necesita ayuda o para una cita llame a Karen a 303-678-6113. 27 INFORMACIÓN SOBRE LA PARTICIPACIÓN EN PROGRAMAS EN EL SENIOR CENTER: Contacte a Monica al 303-774-4452 o 303-651-8411 • No hay membresía para participar en actividades o para recibir servicios del Senior Center • Adultos mayores de 55 años son la primera prioridad; sin embargo, las personas menores de 55 años pueden participar en ciertas actividades si hay espacio disponible y / o en ciertas circunstancias. Los requisitos varían según la actividad. Póngase en contacto con la recepción para más detalles. La información sobre los participantes no se proporciona a, ni se comparte con otros individuos. • Listas de espera: las listas de espera se mantienen para actividades que requieren registro. El personal procesa todas las cancelaciones y los participantes en la lista de espera se les dan prioridad para llenar las aperturas. • Necesidades especiales: - Haremos nuestro mejor para acomodar sus necesidades especiales. Por favor manténganos informados sobre cómo podemos ayudarle. Por favor, especifique su necesidad y escríbalo en su formulario de inscripción en el momento de registrarse para cada actividad o viaje para el que necesitará alojamiento. - Dispositivos de escucha están disponibles para las actividades. - Las actividades están dirigidas a adultos independientes que son capaces de manejar su propio cuidado, toma de decisiones y seguridad. Los acompañantes pueden participar y pagar todos los honorarios asociados con la actividad. No se proporciona personal, líder o supervisión de escoltas de individuos.

# De Registración: Los programas, las clases y los eventos que requieren registración, trae un número de registro asignado y deben de registran antes de tiempo. - Puede registrarse en la recepción con Monica, de Lunes a Viernes, de 8:00 am - 5:00 pm - Por teléfono con una tarjeta de crédito a 303-651-8411, de Lunes a Viernes, de 8:00 am - 5:00 pm - En línea en www.longmontcolorado.gov para la mayoría de las actividades después de la fecha de registro se abre y para viajes el Lunes después del registro de la lotería.

ESPAÑOL • Pago: Se aceptan tarjetas de crédito, dinero en efectivo, cheques, certificados de regalo y becas del Senior Center. El pago completo se requiere en el momento de la registración. - Recibos contienen información adicional. Revise y retenga para referencia. - Residente/No-residente/No- mayor precio: El primer precio indicado es para aquellos que viven dentro de los límites de la Ciudad de Longmont según lo requerido por el Código Municipal, el segundo precio es para aquellos que residencia está fuera del límite y para los menores de 55 años de

INFORMACIÓN Y INFORMACIÓN EN PROGRAMAS edad. • Cancelaciones: - La ciudad se reserva el derecho de cancelar una actividad si el número mínimo de participantes no se ha registrado. Los participantes serán notificados inmediatamente si una actividad cancela. - Un reembolso / crédito total será dado si el Senior Center cancela la actividad. - Un reembolso / crédito total será dado si el participante cancela una clase o evento especial tres (3) o más días hábiles antes de la actividad. Cada viaje tiene una fecha límite de cancelación específica. - Si un individuo cancela una actividad que fue pagada por una beca, esos fondos serán perdidos. 28 - Un crédito debe utilizarse dentro de los 12 meses siguientes a la fecha de emisión HEALTH & WELLNESS SERVICES PROVIDED BY AgeWell

Office Hours: Tuesday: 9:30 am – 12:30 pm Wednesday & Thursday: 9:00 am - Noon & 1:00 - 4:00 pm Closed: Friday HEALTH Telephone: 303-651-5080 Location: Longmont Senior Center, 910 Longs Peak Ave.

Health & Wellness Programs may be canceled or modified depending ! on the orders and guidance related to the COVID-19 pandemic. PROGRAMS AND WELLNESS Advance Planning Assistance Services We can help you review and update your advance medical directives (living will, medical power of attorney, Five Wishes) or provide you with new documents. We can also discuss ethical wills and other forms of personal legacies, if you wish. Call 303-651-5080 for an appointment with the AgeWell Program Coordinator. Wellness Clinic - The Nurse Is In! FREE Medicare Basics, monthly classes see page 5 and 22 When: 1st and 3rd Mondays Time: 9:00 am – noon Walk-in, open to all, no appointment necessary This clinic is a brief visit to assess your health and vital signs. We focus with you on your wellness goals Care Connections Newsletter and support you in achieving them. Be proactive and Care Connections, a bimonthly newsletter preventive about your health care by stopping by published by Boulder County Area Agency our office to explore the possibilities with our nurse. on Aging, is written with the family caregiver Please call 303-649-3617 to schedule a wellness in mind. We search out local caregivers and consult or for further information. aging services professionals who share their Please note: our bilingual nurse will be providing expertise with you. Every issue provides drop-in hours after her Spanish program each information about local resources as well. quarter. In Summer, this will be Monday, July 13, To subscribe, please contact: 303-678-6116 from 10:00 – 11:00 am. or [email protected]

Several local organizations manage loan closets MEDICAL that include walkers, canes, wheelchairs and other EQUIPMENT medical equipment. See page 40 for loan closet Free contact information.

Therapeutic Services Various forms of massage therapy to meet your unique needs are available at the AgeWell office. Detailed information describing the therapies, fees, and schedules are available. Please stop by or call 303-651-5188 to schedule an appointment. 29 HEALTH AND WELLNESS PROGRAMS Please see the Centura Health logo by each of their sponsored activities! Call 303-651-8411 to register; 303-651-5080 for further information. Programs are held at the Senior Center.

Advance Directives Registration # 385003.07 Thursday, July 9 Registration # 385003.08 Thursday, August 13 Time: 9:30 – 11:00 am Cost: $5.00 resident, $6.00 non-resident AND WELLNESS AND WELLNESS PROGRAMS Please note: These are separate classes, not a series. There is no better time than the present to consider and clarify your wishes for medical treatment in the event you cannot speak for yourself. Preparing documents expressing those wishes ahead of time is a true gift to yourself, as well as your loved ones and your physician, relieving them of the uncertainty of how you want to be treated. In this class, we will

HEALTH HEALTH review the various documents related to advance planning (medical power of attorney, living will, Five Meditation Wishes) and provide you with the necessary materials. Time: 10:00 – 11:30 am Registration #385001.07 Caregiver Support Groups Thursdays, July 9, 16, 23, 30 The Senior Center offers multiple Caregiver Support Cost: $40.00 resident, $48.00 non-resident Groups that are a free, confidential, drop-in space to talk with other family members caring for a Registration #385001.08 loved one. We discuss resources, self-care, coping Thursdays, August 6, 13, 20, 27 methods, and more. One group is specifically for Cost: $40.00 resident, $48.00 non-resident those caring for someone with dementia, and the other group is open to any family caregiving Please note: You also have a drop-in situation- please see page R2 of the GO for time/ option - $12.00 resident, $13.00 non-resident. location information. For more information, please Yogacharya Dharmananda has been conducting call Brandy Queen at 303-651-8414. meditation classes at the Longmont Senior Center for the past five years. Swamiji is a preeminent Various Support Groups scholar and teacher of the Science of Yoga, Hindu A variety of support groups related to health and Philosophy and Comparative Religion. He brings wellness are held at the Longmont Senior Center. a wide understanding and perspective about the Please see page R2 of the GO for more information. purpose and benefits of meditation, drawing on ancient Indian Yogic philosophy and psychology. Lunch Bunch While based in the Hindu form of meditation, this Mondays, 11:00 am – 1:00 pm class is not limited to that tradition, and he offers a Wednesdays, 11:00 am – 1:00 pm variety of techniques, both basic and advanced, to Cost: FREE, and please register in advance with suit individual needs. Please note that you have the Elaine Keiser at 303-335-6933 option of registering for four-week sessions or on a drop-in basis. Any questions about the class, even This weekly activity group is for those in the early before registering, can be directed to Swamiji at to middle stages of dementia who are beginning [email protected]. to have some difficulties with the complexities of everyday living. It is an opportunity for engaging in conversation, socializing, and enjoying stimulating activities. Family caregivers also attend along with Caregiving 101 those with memory loss. Call Elaine Keiser at 303- See page 5 335-6933 to discuss joining the Lunch Bunch. Thanks to: Friends of the Longmont Senior Center, Longmont Meals on Wheels, Life Care Center of Longmont, The Please Note: All classes and programs with a Bridge, and our other volunteer facilitators. 30 Registration number require advance registration. HEALTH AND WELLNESS PROGRAMS Singing for Well-Being Older Adult Sexual Violence Will resume after mask Survivor Support Group wearing restriction is lifted Cost: Suggested donation of $10 per session, and Times: 11:00 am – 12:00 pm please register in advance (contact information Cost: $5.00 resident, $6.00 non-resident below) Moving to End Sexual Assault (MESA) HEALTH This drop-in group is for anyone living with presents a support group for older adults who have neurological challenges and their caregivers, experienced sexual violence of any kind on Monday partners, or family. Join us to experience the afternoons. This 12-week group will provide a pleasure of singing no matter your singing warm, safe, private setting with 3 to 6 members, experience, skill level, or medical condition. Music understanding how trauma has affected you, tools therapist Faith Halverson-Ramos, LPC, MT-BC, to help manage difficult thoughts and feelings will lead the group on this musical journey. Please and a chance to connect with others who have note: in June and July, grandchildren are welcome experienced sexual violence. Intake required: PROGRAMS AND WELLNESS to join us in intergenerational singing; the group call MESA at 303-443-0400 or email will not meet in August. [email protected]

LUNCH AND LEARNS NURSING YOUR HEALTH SERIES Supporting Healthy All 3 of these Gut Function: programs are virtual Registration #313401.1 Date: Tuesday, June 9th Time: 12-1pm Are in you interested in how healthy gut function can improve overall health? Join me as we discuss how gut function affects your health and scientifically supported nutritional methods to support optimal gut health. Instructor: Michelle Beyer

Our AgeWell nurses and Community Nurse What is a Plant-Based Diet? Navigators, Renita Henson, RN, BSN, NRPC, CCCTM Registration #313401.2 and Marisol Zavala, RN, BSN, are offering ongoing Date: Tuesday, July 14th classes to encourage health and wellness during Time: 12-1pm these hot summer months. Remember your water Research has demonstrated that plant-based and sunscreen! diets support overall health. Join me as we define what a plant based diet is and isn’t and how you Discovering Answers to can easily incorporate this type of healthy eating Leading Health Questions into your lifestyle. Registration #385048.07 Instructor: Michelle Beyer Date: Thursday July 30 Time: 9:00 – 10:30 am Getting Up Off The Ground Cost: Free, and please register in advance. Registration #313401.3 This class will address some of the most common Date: Tuesday, August 11th questions that are asked of health care providers. Time: 12-1pm For example, how do I lower my blood pressure? Learn the best way, and alternatives, to get up off How do I lower my cholesterol? Renita Henson, the ground safely, easily and with confidence. RN, BSN, will provide thoughts and answers. We Don’t lose this important ability! will also include time for questions about your Instructor: Jennine Amato health and wellness that we can explore together.

Please Note: All classes and programs with a Registration number require advance registration. 31 OLDER ADULT Adjusting to Life’s Changes ORAL HEALTH SERIES Support Group Maintaining good oral health is a very important Dates: Thursdays, July 16 – September 3 factor for whole-body wellness yet oral health is a Time: 3:30 – 5:00 pm commonly pushed to the wayside as we get older. Cost: FREE, and call Brandy Queen, 303-651-8414, Join us for this informative oral health series where to register and to make an appointment we discuss various oral health needs and their prior to joining the group. Space is limited. impact on other systems in the body. Thank you to the Sunshine Club for their continued support of Adjusting to life’s changes can involve many kinds these important oral health programs. of loss. If you are struggling with retirement, beginning or ending a caregiver role, decreased

AND WELLNESS AND WELLNESS PROGRAMS independence, changes in your abilities, or an Oral Health for Older Adults accumulation of losses over the years, this is Registration #285087.00 the group for you. We can work together to Date: Thursday, July 2 find a “new normal” in life. Our sessions are all Time: 9:30 – 11:00 am confidential. Peer Counselors Yvonne Whisenhunt Cost: FREE, and please register in advance and Beth Bowles will facilitate this group. The importance of oral health continues as we age because our oral health is connected to our wholebody health, but how? Specialists from HEALTH HEALTH Dental Aid will dive deeper into this connection and explain why oral care should be integrated into our primary health routines. Additionally, they will share new trends in healthcare, and how older adults can find the resources they need to maintain good oral health habits.

Allergies and Dry Mouth Registration #385061.07 Date: Monday, July 27 Time: 9:00 – 10:30 am Conversation on COVID-19 Cost: Free, and please register in advance. Registration #384519.07 Friday, July 24 We all want a pretty smile. Do you guard yours? Time: 10:00 – 11:00 am And what’s behind that smile? Does your mouth Cost: FREE, and please register in advance struggle with too little vs. too much moisture? Join us for a candid, caring conversation on the Pam Weathers, RDH, will present on how you impact of the COVID-19 virus in our lives. You can maximize your dental health. She will share are welcome to talk about any ways in which updates and tips on managing your dry mouth and you, your family, or your community have been the effects allergies have on both your mouth and affected; there are no right or wrong points of teeth. “A smile is happiness you’ll find right discussion. The conversation will be facilitated under your nose.” – Tom Wilson. by staff member Brandy Queen, LPC, our Seniors Counselor and Resource Education Coordinator.

Hospice Care Quality, compassionate care for people facing a life-limiting illness or injury. Hospice and palliative care involve a team-oriented approach to expert medical care, pain management, and emotional and spiritual support expressly tailored to the person’s needs and wishes. Support is provided to the person’s loved ones as well. Hospice care is covered under Medicare, Medicaid,most private insurance plans, HMOs, and other managed care organizations. Information regarding all hospice providers may be found at www.bouldercountyhelp.org 32 Dementia Conversations 10 Warning Signs of Registration #385041.00 Alzheimer’s Date: Tuesday, July 21 Registration #385064.00 Time: 3:00 – 4:30 pm Date: Tuesday, August 18 Cost: Free, and please register in advance Time: 3:00 – 4:30 pm HEALTH This workshop offers tips on how to have honest Cost: Free, and please register in advance and caring conversations with family members Alzheimer’s and other dementias cause changes about going to the doctor, deciding when to stop in memory, thinking, and behavior that interfere driving, and making legal and financial plans. with daily life. Join us to learn about 10 common Presented by the Alzheimer’s Association. warning signs and what to watch for in yourself and others, typical age-related changes, how to approach Free Low someone about memory concerns, early detection,

Vision the benefits of a diagnosis and the diagnostic PROGRAMS AND WELLNESS process, and Alzheimer’s Association resources. Screenings Presented by the Alzheimer’s Association. Date: Tuesday, July 21 Time: 9:30 – 11:00 am Healthy Aging with Good Cost: Free, and no registration required Sleep Ensight Skills Center is providing vision screenings Registration #385065.00 for older adults age 60 and over. Areas screened: Date: Thursday, August 27 • Contrast Sensitivity Time: 9:30 – 11:00 am • Visual Acuity Cost: Free, and please register in advance • Central Vision Changes These screenings are designed to promote Join us in this informative discussion offered by awareness of the importance of scheduling regular Ellen Stothard, PhD Research and Development visits with your eye doctor. They can indicate if Director from Colorado Sleep Institute to learn someone is at risk for an eye disorder, but they are how sleep works, common sleep issues and how not diagnostic. Resources will be provided. lack of sleep can affect the rest of the body. Most Screenings are sponsored by the Boulder County importantly, come and learn how to sleep better! Area Agency on Aging.

Understanding Parkinson’s Disease Safe and Healthy Relationships Registration #385066.00 If you would like to talk about relationships Date: Thursday, July 23 with either an intimate partner or other family Time: 9:30 – 11:00 am members, you can set up an appointment to meet Cost: FREE, and please register in advance one-on-one with advocate from Safe Shelter. During this time you can discuss safety concerns in Parkinson’s Disease is the second most relationships or even just have a discussion about common progressive neurological disorder what makes relationships feel healthy or not for after Alzheimer’s disease in the United states you. If this is something that you are interested and affects nearly 1 million individuals, most please call Melissa Arredondo at (303) 772-0432 to commonly seniors. Join us in this informative make an appointment. If you are needing to talk program offered by Pierre Pavot, DO, to learn to someone immediately regarding your concerns about who is at risk for Parkinson’s, how it you can also call the crisis-line to speak to an presents, symptoms that seem like Parkinson’s advocate at (303)772-4422. but aren’t, and how to treat it if diagnosed. PLUS - Following this program, join us from 11:30am -12:30pm for the Parkinson’s Foundations Class at the Lashley Street Station for an introductory fitness class that supports wellness and quality of life through gentle exercise. Please Note: All classes and programs with a Registration number require advance registration. 33 Do to the COVID-19 pandemic EXERCISE PROGRAMS are being offered virtually. Visit www.longmontcolorado.gov/senior-services ! Please call the Senior Center at 303-651-8411 or request to receive the biweekly emails by emailing [email protected] or visit the website www.longmontcolorado.gov/senior-services for updates.

DROP-IN SPORTS OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES Table Tennis Suspended Until at the Senior Center Further Notice Date: Wednesdays and Fridays Time: 9:15 – 11:00 am Cost: 50¢ per session Join other table tennis enthusiasts for some friendly competition. Equipment provided.

Pickleball Indoors Suspended Until Further Notice Location: Longmont Recreation Center, Walking Group 310 Quail Rd

AND OUTDOORS Day: Thursdays, July 9, 16, 23, 30 Mon-Thurs, 2:00-4:00 pm; Sun 1-3:30 pm Check-in: 7:45 am Meet at location Fee: Your SilverSneakers® pass will work for Depart: 8:00 am Leave for walk payment for pickleball. You can Return: between noon and 3:00 pm, varies according purchase an activity card or pay to location, pace, and trail conditions. the daily drop-in fee: payable at Cost: Free - Call 303-651-8495 to register the front desk of the Recreation Center ($5.00 Res, $5.75 Non- Res). If you would be interested in meeting SPORTS Outdoors – Courts are available during the spring, summer, and at a local spot such as MacIntosh Lake fall as long as weather permits. or Golden Ponds and doing a walk No charge for the outdoor parks and courts. with others, please call the front desk Hover Acres Park – located at 1361 Charles Drive at 303-651-8411 leave your name Collyer Park - located at 6th & Collyer. and number. A 6’ distance will be maintained and masks will be required. Check out this fun, unique game best described as a hybrid of tennis and badminton played with a whiffle ball.

Pickleball Join other Pickleball players for a morning of organized Round Robin Play. You don’t need a playing partner to play, and all levels are welcome! This will be organized into two divisions (Solid Play/ Days: Wednesdays Advanced Play) so you play with others of similar Cost $5.00 resident, $6.00 non-resident

ability, and you choose which level fits your game TIME OF PLAY IN JULY AND AUGUST WILL BE best. You will play a minimum of six games, where 9:00 – 10:30 AM each time you have a new partner and most of the Activity# 387003.7A July 8 Canceled time new opponents also. This format of play is Activity# 387003.7B July 15 a great way to maximize your skills as you adjust Canceled Activity# 387003.7C July 22 to different players strengths and strategies, while Canceled Activity# 387003.7D July 29 having fun and making new friends. Pickleballs will Canceled Activity# 387003.8A August 5 be provided, just bring your paddle and water. Sign Activity# 387003.8B August 12 up in advance and head over to Hover Acres Park, Activity# 387003.8C August 19 1361 Charles Drive, to meet Mo and experience Activity# 387003.8D August 26 Round Robin Play. 34 ! ALL TRIPS THROUGH JUNE ARE CANCELLED. Trips scheduled for July and August may or may not happen depending on direction from the state and Boulder County Public Health. Registration for any trips is currently unknown. If you would like to be informed about registration, please make sure to leave your name and number with the front desk staff by calling 303 651 8411 or sign up for the Senior Services email by emailing Deanne. [email protected] and asking to be added to the list for email updates.

NOTE: Trips in July & August maybe cancelled depending on recommendations from the State of

Colorado and Boulder County Public Health. TRIPS TRAVEL AND ABOUT FUTURE TRAVEL WITH SENIOR SERVICES, while we are saddened by the news that Karen and Don Wood are retiring and selling Gold Key Travel, we are so very THANKFUL for the past 9 years of collaboration on senior group travel. And we want to wish them the best on the next chapter in their lives and a very happy and well deserved retirement.

We also want to reassure you that all the current planned trips are still available. And even better news is that we will continue senior group travels with Theresa Schulte and Karen Wood has agreed to be an advisor on our senior group trips.

Please join us on Wednesday July 1, at 3:30 pm to learn more about our Extended Group Travel including the GREECE CRUISE in October 2020, The MISSISSPPI RIVER CRUISE in December 2020 AND THE FRANCE RIVER CRUISE in May 2021

Registration is required as the meeting maybe rescheduled or held virtually. Registration #383330.00 Call 303-651-8411 to register.

35 Greek Isles and Adriatic Coastal Cruise October 14 – 25, 2020 Although we don’t really know right now what the future holds for international travel, we are hopeful we will be able to sail in October. If you are interested please contact Gold Key Travel at 303-776-7024. Or email [email protected]

MISSISSIPPI RIVER CRUISE, DECEMBER 6 - 13, 2020 ON THE BEAUTIFUL AMERICAN QUEEN PADDLEWHEEL STEAMBOAT AND TRAVEL TRIPS

Looking for a fabulous getaway to escape the ITINERARY: craziness of the holiday season? Join Theresa Day 1 New Orleans, Overnight Hotel Stay Schulte on the elegant American Queen sailing Day 2 New Orleans, Depart port 5 p.m. from New Orleans to Memphis. The steamboat will Day 3 Nottoway Plantation in LA be glittering with lovely decorations and you will Day 4 St. Francisville, LA be immersed in the Southern holiday traditions Day 5 Natchez, MS and Cajun/Creole cultures. Embark on a unique Day 6 Vicksburg, MS shopping spree at festive Christmas Markets visiting Day 7 Greenville, MS Nottoway Plantation and stunning Rosalie Mansion, Day 8 River Cruising with thoughtfully handcrafted gifts by regional Day 9 Memphis, TN artists. This lively experience is a delight for all senses. Spend one night in New Orleans, then embark on the American Queen, the only authentic steam powered overnight paddlewheel boat in the costumed dancers, indulge in scrumptious hors world. Experience the best of the antebellum South d’oeuvres or decadent desserts and witness the during a magical time of year. Delight in all your ceremonial lighting of the bonfires on the levee. favorite holiday treats while becoming acquainted We are currently taking reservations and space is with the classic traditions of the Cajun and limited. Creole cultures. A highlight will be an enchanting Flyers with details and pricing are available at the gala at Nottoway Plantation, complete with live Longmont Senior Center and Gold Key Travel, or music. Watch each skillfully rehearsed footstep of call 303-776-7024 for more information 36 FRANCE RIVER CRUISE - COLORS OF PROVENCE MAY 2 - 13, 2021

Sailing on a river boat through southern France will be a delightful journey in one of the most - Complimentary Happy Hour before dinner beautiful regions in the world. People love the including cocktails, wine and beer convenience of river travel... sailing into a port - Complimentary Wi-Fi onboard the ship and and walking into the towns to experience the bottled water in your stateroom culture and cuisine, joining one of the guided - Expertly guided shore excursions in each walking or bicycle tours or hiking, biking or port, with choices to tailor your experience as exploring on your own. You can be as active as you like

you choose on this cruise. TRIPS - Adventurous guided biking and hiking tours Join us on the Rhone River (from Lyon to (with complimentary bicycles and walking Avignon, France) and experience sailing through sticks) the magnificent region of Provence. Just the - Onboard lectures, theme dinners, cooking name conjures up images of famous artists like demonstrations and music performances, and Vincent van Gogh and Paul Cezanne, adorable movies in your room hill-top villages, vineyards with fine wines and of - Sun Deck with heated pool, walking track and TRAVEL AND course, picturesque scenery. Enjoy all of this and fitness center … massage and hair services more as you sail on the AmaKristina, your lovely available “floating hotel” for 7 nights. You will feel like royalty with the excellent service and inclusions A three night pre-cruise Paris hotel package such as: will be included as well. - Gourmet dining experiences in two different Flyers with pricing are available at either the restaurants Longmont Senior Center or Gold Key Travel. - All day tapas menu and afternoon tea in the Since the ship only sails with 156 passengers, main lounge space is very limited … so don’t delay! - Complimentary wine, beer and soft drinks Please call Gold Key at 303-776-7024 to make with every lunch and dinner onboard your reservations for this marvelous adventure.

MORE EXTENDED TRAVEL

June 2021 – Canadian Rockies by Train This trip was cancelled in June 2020 due to the pandemic coronavirus.

We anticipate new dates for 2021. If you would like to be on the list please call 303 776 7024 or email at [email protected]

Also on the drawing board for fall 2021 is a trip to Bluegrass County and the Smoky Mountains. Louisville Kentucky to Asheville North Carolina immerse yourself in the heart of Appalachia. From thoroughbreds and art…to Bourbon and baseball, enjoy all of this plus the stunning fall foliage of the Great Smoky Mountain National Park. Watch for more details. 37 Spotlight In the

Hi Jackie and Mark — Thanks for joining us today to chat a bit about volunteering for Meals on Wheels. How long have you volunteered here? Mark: it will be five years in November! That’s great — What got you started here? What brought you in the door? Mark: Growing up, my parents volunteered for Meals on Wheels in North Carolina and when I NEWS retired I thought “How can we give back to the community.” We saw an ad in the paper and we came down here and signed up—been doing it ever since! Jackie, were your folks also big on volunteering growing up? What prompted you to volunteer, too? Jackie: No, I didn’t grow up with it like Mark did, but I needed something to do in retirement. Why Meals on Wheels? There are a lot of volunteer opportunities out there? Mark: Well, we both volunteer in other places, too. Jackie volunteers in the interfaith quilting and I volunteer at the Longmont Museum and a middle school, too. And of course, my parents used to deliver Meals on Wheels in North Carolina, so I was familiar. My mom and dad said the people would sit on the front porch waiting for them to come and would talk to them about what’s going on. My parents got to know them and their kids and it affected them.

COMMUNITY COMMUNITY Jackie: We both retired and moved out here about seven years ago and we needed something to do. I saw an ad in the paper and signed us up! I see you work in the kitchen — do you also drive and deliver meals? Mark: Well, we thought about it and talked about it, but… Jackie: …the need was here in the kitchen, so we wanted to fill the need. Is it a core group of regular volunteers? What’s your shift like? Mark: The Friday group has been pretty consistent. The kitchen shifts are longer than the driving shifts, but we have a lot of fun with it and it keeps us busy. It’s not hard work, and again, the people that get these meals rely on it. It’s very important. Do you have any favorite meals here? Mark: Everything that Mike cooks is delicious! [raucous laughter] Jackie: It’s most crowded here in the Park View Cafe when it’s pot roast. Pot roast, meatloaf, and salmon always pack the house. What would you say to anyone coming in who wanted to volunteer for Meals on Wheels? Jackie: It’s a social event for volunteers and patrons. They come here and they sit at certain tables and it’s a social event for a lot of folks, which is fun and rewarding. Mark: It’s definitely a rewarding volunteer opportunity. It’s not hard, four or five hours a day to work in the kitchen and you see a lot of nice people. There’s folks that come in here every day that we’ve gotten to know. It’s really enjoyable and it’s definitely worthwhile. It gives back to the community.

38 Senior Services Dementia-Friendly Community Calendar GO GREEN In an effort to become a more dementia- friendly community, a number of businesses and THIS SUMMER organizations are extending a special welcome to Schedule a FREE 90-minute people with dementia and their family caregivers. Brandy at 303-651-8414 has a calendar for the appointment to check your sprinklers’ City of Longmont. efficiency. You’ll save money and keep your lawn green. Free Law Clinics August 25 from 5:30-7:30 pm there will be a free law clinic held at the Senior Center, 910 Longs Peak Ave. Open to all community members. For questions please call COMMUNITY Susan Spaulding at 303-651-8444. Registration is not required. GET STARTED AT St Vrain Valley School District ResourceCentral.org/sprinklers or 303-999-3820. (SVVSD) GOLDEN AGE Pass The local school district provides admission at no charge to SVVSD activities such as regular season athletic events, music performances, and cultural events. The pass is for verified residents of SVVSD who are 62 years of age or older. It does not include THRIVE Today and Tomorrow playoff and state championship athletic events. You can pick up a pass at the Senior Center front desk.

Please bring age and residency verification. NEWS Watch Longmont City Council Live: https://www.youtube.com/c/cityoflongmont/live

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SPECIAL EVENTS

Get Acquainted Out Boulder County is Will resume in September, expanding programs to 50+ call 303-651-8411 for information Cost: FREE, and please register in advance older LGBT adults. at 303-651-8411 A weekly newsletter goes out each Thursday with Get acquainted with others who are new to the information on upcoming activities including the Senior Center or new to the area. Join us to learn monthly supper club and so much more. Visit more about various programs, opportunities, www.outboulder.org From the homepage you and resources at the Senior Center. Facilitated by can sign up for the newsletter and link to program Senior Services staff. Please arrive by start time, as information. program begins promptly. 39 TELEPHONE REFERRAL SHEET

AARP (Colorado Office)...... 1-866-554-5376 Medicare ...... 1-800-633-4227 Abuse of older persons – Longmont Police ������ 303-651-8555 Medicare Counselor ...... 303-441-1546 or Adult Protection at ����������������������������������������� 303-441-1309 Mental Health Partners ������������������������������������������ 303-413-6263 ACMI - Nursing Home Diversion (HCBS) �������� 303-439-7011 Mental Health Crisis Line 24/7 ������������������������1-844-493-8255 AgeWell Located at the Sr. Ctr. ���������������������������� 303-651-5080 Nursing Home Monitoring ����������������������������������� 303-441-1173 Alzheimer’s Assoc. 24-Hr Helpline ...... 1-800-864-4404 OUR Center ...... 303-772-5529 Audio Information Network ��������������������������������� 303-786-7777 Parkinson’s Association of the Rockies ...... 303-830-1839 Better Business Bureau ������������������������������������������� 303-327-4500 Poison - Rocky Mt. Poison Control ����������������1-800-332-3073 Center For People With Disabilities ...... 303-772-3250 Police, Longmont non-emergency ��������������������� 303-651-8501 Centura Health Integrative Medicine (CHIM) ���� 303-651-5188 Reverse Mortgages - Boulder County �������������� 303-441-1544 Colorado Division of Insurance ��������������������������� 303-894-7499 Rocky Mountain Legal Center ������������������������������ 720-242-8642 Colorado No-Call Program �������������������������������1-800-309-7041 Safe Shelter (Domestic Violence) ����������������������� 303-772-0432 INFORMATION Colorado Talking Books Library �������������������������� 303-727-9277 Salud Clinic ...... 303-776-3250 Community Protection ������������������������������������������� 303-441-3700 Senior Centers in the area (Boulder County) -Berthoud ...... 970-532-2730 Cultivate ...... 303-443-1933 -Boulder (East) ...... 303-441-4150 Dental Aid-Longmont ...... 303-682-2619 -Boulder (West) 3...... 03-441-3148 El Comité ...... 303-651-6125 -Lafayette ...... 303-665-9052 Elder Care National Locator ������������������������������1-800-677-1116 -Longmont ...... 303-651-8411 Elder Watch Fraud Hotline ��������������������������������1-800-222-4444 -Louisville ...... 303-666-7400 Employment Workforce Boulder County �������� 720-864-6600 -Loveland ...... 970-962-2783 Foot Care Clinic ...... 303-651-5224 Senior Reach (counseling) ���������������������������������1-866-217-5808 Food Programs Social Security ...... 1-800-772-1213 - Carry Out Caravan ��������������������������������������������� 303-241-4426 Social Services (BCDHHS) �������������������������������������� 303-678-6000 - Eldershare ...... 303-652-3663 Stroke - Rocky Mt. Association ���������������������������� 303-730-8800 - Meals on Wheels ...... 303-772-0540 Suicide Prevention Hotline ��������������������������������1-800-273-8255 Fraud - Attorney General Hotline �������������������1-800-222-4444 Transportation Inspector General Hotline ���������������������������������1-800-447-8477 -Access-A-Ride ...... 303-292-6560 Health Department, Longmont ��������������������������� 303-678-6166 -Berthoud Area Transportation ����������������������� 970-532-3049 Housing: Longmont Housing Authority ������������ 303-651-8581 -RTD ...... 303-299-6000 Legal Services of Boulder County ���������������������� 303-449-7575 -RTD Call-n-Ride (East) ��������������������������������������� 303-994-3552 Legal Services AARP ...... 1-888-687-2277 -RTD Call-n-Ride (West) ������������������������������������� 303-994-3551 Loan Closet Medical Equipment FREE -Via ...... 303-447-9636 -American Legion (Dee) ������������������������������������� 720-961-2233 -VetsGO ...... 303-443-1933 ext.414 -Elks ...... 303-776-1055 Veteran Services - Longmont ������������������������������� 720-864-6663 -Moose ...... 303-776-4911 Weatherization ...... 720-864-6401 Long Term Care Ombudsman ������������������������������ 303-441-1173 www.bouldercountyhelp.org �������������������������������� 303-441-1617 Medicaid (BCDHHS) ...... 303-678-6000

40 www.longmontcolorado.gov/senior-services R1 RESOURCE INFORMATION, PROGRAMS & SERVICES

A great source for SENIOR SERVICES RESOURCE STAFF information and Seniors Resource Specialists are available for: resources! • Assisting older adults age 55+ and family Se habla español caregivers of older adults in locating and VERONICA GARCIA accessing resources and services such as 303-651-8716 housing and in-home care [email protected] • Navigating systems such as Social Security and/or Medicaid • Completing forms and applications for various benefi ts, services, and programs AMY PAYAN • Applying for fi nancial support when eligible 303-774-4372 and appropriate. [email protected] A third Senior Service Resource Specialist Will join the team in the summer of 2020. SENIOR SERVICES COUNSELING STAFF

Brandy Queen, a licensed professional Seniors Counselor and counselor, is available for: Resource Education Coordinator • Individual, couples, and family counseling for BRANDY QUEEN, LPC older adults age 55+ and for family caregivers 303-651-8414 of older adults: up to twelve free, confi dential [email protected] counseling sessions. • Matching older adults with a Senior-to-Senior • Facilitating or coordinating a number of support Peer Counselor volunteer who also offers groups individual counseling and a variety of support • Managing dementia-friendly educational groups. Peer Counselors are experienced, trained, activities and programs and supervised volunteers who provide support • Organizing a variety of education programs and understanding from one senior to another. about resources

BOULDER COUNTY AREA AGENCY ON AGING

Visit the comprehensive website at www.BoulderCountyHelp.org or call the Aging and Disability Resource Line at 303-441-1617 (Bilingüe) press #4 for the Area Agency of Aging, and then press 3 for information & resources or Email: [email protected]

View Categories at the website to explore options such as: Also: Weld County Area Agency on Aging (AAA) • Services at Home • Caregiver Resources General AAA information: 970-346-6950 • Legal Support • Health & Medical Information and Assistance: • LGBTQ+ services and programs 970-346-6952 Website: www.weldaaa.org • Transportation and Driving • And many more!

• On the website, scroll down to the box labeled AGENCY Larimer County Area Agency on Aging (AAA) PUBLICATIONS. You will fi nd a link to the Housing Guide, Helpline: 970-498-7750 Care Connections newsletter, and other helpful information Website: www.lcoa.networkofcare.org Summer 2020 R2 RESOURCE INFORMATION, PROGRAMS & SERVICES

CAREGIVER SERVICES SUPPORT GROUPS for friends or family members caring (meet at the Senior Center unless otherwise noted) for an older adult include: Adjusting to Life’s Changes: This summer Call Brandy Queen at 303-651-8414 for information about Thursdays, July 16 - September 3, 3:30 - 5:00 pm there may be changes. the following: Contact: Brandy at 303-651-8414; intake required. Please call Brandy at • Caregiver consultations and family meetings: Referrals Alcoholics Anonymous (open meeting) & information about adult day programs, home health 303-651-8414 for Tuesdays, 7:30-8:30 pm Triple S Group more information care, long-term care, counseling, caregiver self-care, etc. • Respite & Companion Volunteer Program and Respite Congestive Heart Failure Support Group Assistance referrals: Volunteers matched with older adults 4th Tuesday, 5:00 – 6:00 pm at the Senior Center. Monthly who live alone or with a family caregiver provide respite, a meetings with topics for those with heart failure and their friendly visit, and a caring connection. Respite Assistance loved ones. Call Renita Henson for questions, 303-651-5080. funds can help pay for respite care for a caregiver. Grandparents Raising Grandkids Kinship • Social Groups and Educational Programs for family Support Group 1st Monday, 6:00-7:30 p.m. caregivers and those living with dementia (see Health & Call Martha Wilson at 303-441-1205 Wellness section of the GO). Grief Recovery Support Group • Caregiver Support Groups provide information and Contact Brandy if you’d like to know when this group will be support for family caregivers; no registration required: offered next. 303-651-8414 o 1st Monday, 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. at Senior Center LGBT Older Adults in Boulder County o 2nd Tuesday, Noon – 1:30 p.m. (Alzheimer’s Assn. Social and aging resources for LGBT (lesbian, gay, bisexual group) at Senior Center and transgender) older adults, includes a monthly o 4th Tuesday, 1:00 – 2:30 p.m. (Alzheimer’s Assn. newsletter, regular groups (Coffee Klatch and Supper Club), group, meets at Longs Peak United Methodist and an annual holiday celebration. Call Boulder County Church at 1421 Elmhurst Dr, Longmont) Area Agency on Aging, 303-441-4518, or infoLGBTelders@ o LGBT Support Group for Caregivers is forming bouldercounty.org. Confi dentiality maintained. – If you are interested please contact Michael at [email protected] or 303-441-4518. Low Vision 2nd Friday, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. Contact: CPWD at 303-790-1390 Multiple Sclerosis Group 2nd Monday EMPLOYMENT Self Help Group: 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. Call 970-482-5016 The Longmont Workforce Boulder County offi ce is located Parkinson’s 2nd Wednesday, 10:00 - 11:30 a.m. at 515 Coffman Street. Hours are 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Meets at Longs Peak United Methodist Church, Monday – Friday. After you have registered, you can access 1421 Elmhurst Dr., Longmont other services and programs, Call 720-864-6600. Contact: Parkinson's Association at 303-830-1839

FINANCIAL Medicare Counseling Money Management Program Medicare Counselors provide objective information and assistance Money Management Program (MMP) volunteers help regarding Medicare benefi ts, HMOs, supplemental policies, rights, you sort through your mail, organize your bills, develop a and appeals. For assistance or to schedule an appointment, call budget, write your checks, manage your monthly expenses, 303-441-1546. Medicare Counselors also offer monthly Medicare and work on your debts. To fi nd out more about the Basics classes at the Longmont Senior Center. Call the Senior program, call Amy 303-774-4372. Center at 303-651-8411 to sign up. Current dates are listed in Home Foreclosure Prevention the General Interest section of The GO. You can learn more about Call Boulder County Housing Authority at 720-564-2279 or Medicare at www.medicare.gov or 1-800-633-4227. Colorado Foreclosure Prevention Hotline at 1-877-601-4673. Social Security Tax Help Social Security – http://ssa.gov/ or 1-800-772-1213; for Call Colorado Taxpayer Advocate Service at 303-603-4600. claims, please call 1-877-405-5872. The local offi ce is located at 480 West Dahlia St, Louisville, CO 80027. Their offi ce Fraud, Financial Abuse, & Consumer Complaints hours are 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Call Boulder County District Attorney at 303-441-3700, and Friday. Wednesday hours are 9:00 a.m – 12:00 p.m. Adult Protection at 303-441-1309, and/or Longmont Reverse Mortgage Information Police at 303-651-8555. For more information, see www. bouldercounty.org/district-attorney/community-protection Call the Boulder County Housing and Financial Counseling Program at 720-564-2279 www.longmontcolorado.gov/senior-services R3 RESOURCE INFORMATION, PROGRAMS & SERVICES

HOUSING INFORMATION IN-HOME SERVICES For information and referral regarding senior, affordable, In Home Services – a list of in-home providers of both and other housing programs, call Veronica at 303-651-8716 medical home health care and non-medical personal care or Amy at 303-774-4372, or come to a housing information is available online at www.bouldercountyhelp.org . You can session. On the 1st and 3rd Tuesday each month from also ask for a copy at the Senior Center front desk. 1:00 – 3:00 pm the Senior Center. Audio Information Network of Colorado - A Boulder County Senior Housing Guide Provides blind, visually impaired, and print-disabled persons is available at the Senior Center front desk or online at with free audio access to magazines, grocery ads, calendars www.bouldercountyhelp.org; includes all cost levels for of events, public service notices, and nearly 100 CO independent assisted living, and long term care. newspapers. Listeners choose what type of device they want to use to access programming. Call 303-786-7777. Housing Rehabilitation Programs The City offers several programs for home improvement and Book Delivery Service – If you or someone you know access. Call Molly McElroy at 303-774-4648. Some programs is homebound and interested in receiving books or if you require owner occupancy. are interested in being a volunteer to deliver books, please - The General Rehab Program & Weatherization call Kirsten at the Longmont Library 303-774-4439 or email Makes repairs to bring your home up to code, correct health program staff at library_homebound@longmontcolorado. and safety issues, or make your home more energy effi cient. gov for more information. - The Accessibility Program - gives you or a family Fix-It Folks – Volunteers are available to come to your member full access to your home by installing ramps, home to make minor repairs and install grab bars. Call widening doorways, lowering cabinets, etc. Cultivate at 303-443-1933 ext. 414. - The Emergency Grant Program - helps with emergency repair to major systems that unexpectedly fail, including Well Connected is an award-winning program of Covia furnaces and/or water heaters. offering activities, lifelong learning, friendly conversation, and - Mobile Home Repair Program support groups. Each week, seniors can access over 70 groups by phone or online, all from the comfort of home. Please contact Landlord-Tenant Services them at 877-797-7299 or www.covia.org/services/well-connected. The City of Longmont’s offi ce of Community and Neighborhood Resources provides information to both FREE Medical Equipment Loan – See telephone landlords and tenants on all aspects of the landlord/tenant referral list on the back inside cover of The GO for a list of relationship, including law and legal process and general local organizations who may be able to provide you with a guidance on how to create successful tenancies. Call free walker, wheelchair, raised toilet seat or other equipment. 303-651-8444 or email [email protected]. Telephone Check-in Service – Always InTouch provides free daily telephone call for check-ins and FOOD ASSISTANCE socialization for isolated or homebound older adults. Call Carry-Out Caravan - A free grocery shopping & delivery Always Best Care at 1-855-710-2255 service for people 60+. To place your order, call 303-241- 4426 on MONDAY between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Cultivate VETERANS SERVICES volunteers deliver to you on TUESDAY. Before calling in your Veterans Service Offi ce - The Boulder County Veterans’ order, you must enroll by calling 303-443-1933 ext. 414. Service Offi ce offers assistance to veterans in determining for Eldershare - Adults 60+ can receive supplemental food which benefi ts they may be eligible. Call 720-864-6663. items twice a month at the Longmont YMCA. Maximum Boulder Vet Center - Counseling, substance abuse income of $1,354 per month for a family of one, $1,832 for assessments and referrals, and benefi ts assistance for two. Call 303-652-3663 for an application and information. veterans. Call 303-440-7306 or visit 4999 Pearl East Cir, Ste Home-delivered Meals - Meals on Wheels delivers 106, Boulder CO 80301. meals to the homebound Monday – Friday. Call 303-772-0540 Cultivate Veteran's VetsGO Program –Volunteers one day in advance and for information on fees and menus. pick up veterans or their family members who are 60+ and Lunch at the Senior Center - Meals are served escort them to and from medical appointments, including Monday – Friday, 11:30 a.m. – noon. Call 303-772-0540 for to VA facilities, in and beyond Boulder County. To enroll call menus and fees. Reservations are not required. (303) 443-1933 ext. 414. LEGAL Law Clinics – There are free legal clinics at the Longmont Boulder County Legal Services is available to assist Senior Center with attorneys available to answer questions those Boulder County residents 60+ with legal issues. about family law, bankruptcy, probate, and more. The next For appointments, call 303-449-7575 or visit their website clinic will August 25 from 5:30-7:30 pm. www.ColoradoLegalServices.org No registration required. Call Susan Spaulding at 303-651-8444 if you have questions. Rocky Mountain Legal Center – A non-profi t organization providing free civil legal representation, Advance Directives Planning (Living Will, 5 Wishes, mediation, and counseling services to qualifying low-income MDPOA, etc.) See the Health and Wellness section of The families, singles, parents, and seniors. Sliding scale fees GO catalog for a listing of monthly classes. available. Please call 720-242-8642. Summer 2020 R4 RESOURCE INFORMATION, PROGRAMS & SERVICES

SAFETY TRANSPORTATION City of Longmont Emergency ALERT - A full list of Transportation resources can be found at If police & fi re had to reach you in an emergency, could they? www.boudercountyhelp.org Resource Guide, Transportation Anyone living within Longmont city limits who no longer & Driving Issues section. If you are concerned about has a landline in their home and wants to receive police someone’s driving or would like driver training, please see and fi re emergency notifi cations (known as reverse the Mature Driver Training listing on that site. 9-1-1) must register. You can sign up yourself at http:// longmontcolorado.gov/news/city-emergency-alert. Transportation Services Via – provides many transportation-related services: • Door-to-door, wheelchair accessible transportation in Long Term Care Ombudsman Longmont and surrounding communities. Ride requests can be Help and information for residents of nursing homes made from 1 to 7 days in advance. Fares within Longmont are $5 and personal care facilities and their families to address one-way; from Longmont to other towns $10. Same- day rides may concerns, compare facilities, and resolve problems. be possible if space is available. To schedule a ride: Call 303-441-1173. New riders: Call 303-447-2848, press 1 to register and schedule your fi rst ride with VIA. Frauds and Scams – see the Financial section of this Current riders: Call 303-447-9636, or go to www.viacolorado. Resource Guide for more information. org for information on how to request your ride on-line. Reduced-fare options are available for those who meet Report Elder Abuse – The County’s Adult Protection income guidelines. Call 303-447-2848, ext 1014. Unit and the local police respond to reports of physical, Mobility Specialists can help you understand the best emotional, fi nancial, and sexual abuse, neglect, and self- services for your needs and create an individualized travel neglect. Call 303-441-1309 for APS or 303-651-8555 plan. Call 303-447-2848, ext. 1014 for Longmont Police non-emergency dispatch; in an • Mileage Reimbursement Program reimburses trips provided by emergency call 911. For more information, you can also family, friends, and neighbors for rides outside Via’s service area see https://www.bouldercounty.org/families/seniors/adult- or service hours. Trips must be preauthorized for registered Via protection-senior-services/ riders by calling 303-447-9636. • Travel Training: One-on-One, comprehensive individual and File of Life - If a medical emergency occurs at home or group instruction prepares seniors and people with disabilities while you are in the car, how would the paramedics know to safely and confi dently use RTD and Call-n-Ride buses. Call how best to help you? First responders are trained to 303-447-2848, ext. 1048 to learn more. look for a File of Life on your refrigerator or in your wallet or purse. This card contains information that details your FlexRide (formerly Call-n-Ride) Longmont medical conditions, allergies, and medications. It also lists For Longmont FlexRide information, to schedule a ride, or to register your emergency contacts and insurance information. You as a new rider call 303-994-3551 or 303-994-3552. Once you are can get your free cards at the Senior Center front desk. registered as a rider you can also schedule your rides on line at www. rtd-denver.com. Reservations may be requested three days to two Lockbox Program - Longmont Meals on Wheels, weeks in advance. Rides are within Longmont, scheduled on a fi rst in partnership with Longmont Fire Department, can come-fi rst served basis, and cost $1.30 each way for seniors. For more provide a free lockbox to Longmont residents who live information regarding FlexRide or RTD bus routes call 303-299-6000. alone and are age 65+ or younger with a disability or Ride RTD - Local RTD routes can get you across Longmont major medical issue. The program allows Fire, Police, and (323, 324, 326, & 327). RTD also has routes available from Emergency Medical Services to access your residence in Longmont to Denver, Fort Collins, and Boulder. the event of an emergency preventing you from opening • For trip planning go to LongmontBus.com or call RTD at your door. Call Meals on Wheels at 303-772-0540 for an 303-299-6000.For a video about riding RTD in Denver, application or further information. visit https://youtu.be/nFv_jESDcYo • To learn about the RTD Special Discount card visit Prescription Drug Disposal - Do not fl ush unused www.RTD-Denver.com or call 303 298-2667. medications. See your pharmacy for safe drug disposal. Car Sharing: call 303-720-1185 or email [email protected] GO GO Grandparent - Concierge service to help utilize Do Not Call Registry: Consumers may register transportation services like Lyft and Uber without the use of online at The National Do Not Call Registry, www. a smartphone. Call 1-855-464-6872 to request and schedule donotcall.gov, or by calling toll-free, 1-888-382-1222 rides. There is a concierge fee of $0.27 a minute in addition to (TTY 1-866-290-4236), from the number that is to be the cost of the ride. registered. Registration is free. Numbers are downloaded from the National Do Not Call Registry on a quarterly Transportation for Veterans - See Cultivate’s VetsGO basis and included in the Colorado No-Call List. program in the Veteran’s Services section of this Resource Guide. Transportation in other areas: Longmont Fire Department Smoke Detector • Berthoud Area Transportation: call 970-532-3049 for BATS or Program – Crews can provide smoke detectors for visit www.berthoud.org. For rural Berthoud transportation, call low income seniors. They will also install and change 970-532-0808 or www.berthoudraft.org. batteries in smoke detectors for anyone unable to do so. • Weld County Transportation: https://www.weldgov.com/ Call 303-651-8501 for more information. departments/human_services/area_agency_on_aging and view the Helpsource Directory. Also check out 60+ Ride which is based in Greeley, 970-352-9348 or SRSweld.com ABOUT THE SENIOR CENTER:

City of Longmont Facebook Information and More... Join now. Off of the lobby, there is a small room that INFORMATION www.facebook.com/cityoflongmontco/ contains current magazines, information on Senior Services programs, resources for older Via the internet adults and caregivers, and city and partner at www.LongmontColorado.gov/senior-services agencies information. Near the dining room there are a number of free publications available for KGUD 90.7 – listener-supported community pickup in the magazine rack. radio, playing music with you in mind. “Senior Moments” hosts an interview with a Senior Services Room Temperatures staff person on Saturdays at 8:00 am, giving The room temperatures can vary in the building. information on upcoming events and activities at You might consider dressing in layers. the Longmont Senior Center. Listen to “K-Good” throughout the week for updates and service announcements from the Senior Center. Handicap Parking Please remember to always display your handicap 50+ Marketplace News placard when parking in one of these spaces. available at the Senior Center monthly. Get the Email Newsletter Longmont eAlerts and GO Catalog! This is an e-mail alert system Never miss a special event, LSC from the City of Longmont for community members news alert, or featured class again: to receive brief notices on various topics: Longmont join our email list and get regular updates in government news, Adults 55+, City Council News, your inbox twice a month. We’ll also email

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