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Stop by the Senior Center to view the amazing art of our community artists! |
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Panera Bread is back every Wednesday.
Every Wednesday at 10:30am, stop by and pick up Panera Bread at the Senior Center. Donations vary from week to week. Call ahead at 303-665-9052.
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Lunch Buddies
Meet new people while enjoying lunch at a local restaurant while being COVID safe. Lunches take place from 11am-1pm on the third Tuesday of the month. If you would like to be part of the Lunch Buddies group, email Senior Services.
Please bring money for lunch.
95A Bistro & Sushi Bar, 1381 Forest Park Circle, Lafayette
September 21 | 11am-1pm | $8Res / $10NR
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Trips and tours are back, along with a brand new bus! |
Rockies vs Giants - Denver
Sep. 8 | 11:30am-5:30pm | $25R / $30NR
Denver Graffiti Tour - Denver
Sep. 25 | 9am-3pm | $30 R / $36 NR
Manitou Cog Railway - Manitou
Sep. 29 | 8am-4pm | $48 R / $57 NR
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Lafayette Book Clubs - Hybrid
Meet with fellow book lovers to discuss the pre-selected book once a month on Fridays. These book clubs meet at the senior center or via Zoom. Join in even if you haven't finished reading the book!
Mystery Book Club
Allen Eskens-“The Deep Dark Descending”
Meets: September 3
Time: 10-11am
Second Friday Book Club
Barbara Demick-“Eat the Buddha”
Meets: September 10
Time: 10-11am
Contact Older Adults for more information or to join either of these book clubs via Zoom. The book club representative will email Zoom meeting information.
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Whatevers
Catch up with our friends and make new ones while working on “whatever” craft you have. Bring your materials and join the fun. If you would like to be part of the Whatevers group, email Senior Services.
Wednesdays, 9-10:30am
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Memory Games
Learn & share tips and tricks for enhancing your memory while enjoying some fun memory games and interacting with others in a fun, safe environment.
Third Friday of every month 11am-1pm - September 17
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Computer Lab - Available onsite
Are you in need of a computer? Visit the Senior Center, where a public computer is available for checking emails, researching information, or improving your technology skills. The Computer lab is open on a first-come-first-served basis.
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Crafters for Charity
Get involved in making and selling crafts with all profits going to fight Cancer. How can you help? Knit, crochet, sew, set up, and maintain a simple website, mail orders or maintain and locate sale venues. Join us and help in the fight against Cancer. If you would like to be part of the Help Fight Cancer group, email Senior Services.
Wednesdays, 1-3pm
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Senior Social Hour - Virtual
Join us and connect with other seniors in the community on Thursdays at 1:00pm. Visit with several of your peers virtually in the comfort of your home. If you would like to be part of the Senior Social Hour, email Dana.Hoffman@lafayetteco.gov
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Puzzle Checkout Program
Puzzles are now available for check out at the Senior Center. Contact staff at Senior Services or 303-665-9052 for more information.
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Weekly Group Games
Laugh and enjoy playing with others.
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Mexican Train & other card games - Thursdays 1-4pm
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Pinochle - Mondays, 9-11:30am
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Shanghai Rummy - Mondays 1-3pm
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Cutting Through the Noise: Understanding Your Options for Better Hearing
You may have heard new terms in the hearing care space like "Over the Counter Hearing Aids," "Online Hearing Aids," or "Discount Plans" - what do all these terms mean? Join the Family Hearing Provider team to navigate what these terms mean for you or your loved ones who are on the journey to achieve better hearing. Please bring questions regarding the marketing and terminology you have seen. Register by 9/9.
September 13 | 1:30-2:30pm | Free
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Tai Chi is a form of exercise that is easy and gentle. It involves a series of movements performed in a slow, focused manner and accompanied by deep breathing. Tai Chi develops body awareness to help balance, promote activity, and improve health and mobility. Improved mobility can help participants maintain independence and lead fuller lives. Tai Chi is generally safe for all ages and fitness levels and is excellent for those who dislike sweating too much. Classes are held at the Senior Center with limited participant numbers or virtually.
The instructor will email zoom meeting information to virtual participants.
Thursdays, September 9-30 | 11am-noon | $30R / $36NR
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The Tai Chi Form class will cover the first third of the form with a little meditation and warm-up. This class is open to anyone, and any experience level is welcome. Class is held at the Senior Center with limited participant numbers or virtually.
The instructor will email zoom meeting information to virtual participants.
Wednesdays, September 8 - 29 | 11am-noon | $30R / $36NR
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Thursday Trackers
Meet others who like walking around Old Town Lafayette or one of our local Open Spaces/parks. At the end of the walk, we usually meet at a coffee shop to enjoy refreshments. Walk times vary according to the group, location of the walk, and weather (45-60 minutes). If you have walking sticks, please bring them.
Location: Carolyn Holmberg Preserve located at 2240 S. 104th St., Broomfield, 80020
Sep. 9 | 9-10am | $4
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Medical Foot Care is provided by the Visiting Nurse Association (VNA) and is offered on the third Wednesday of every month. Services include toenail trimming, callus filing, overall foot health check, and blood pressure check. The VNA handles all scheduling and payments. Call 303-698-6496 for questions or to schedule an appointment.
Medical foot care may be a benefit of your Kaiser plan.
Credit cards are preferred, but cash and checks are accepted.
September 15 | $40 Medical foot care / $15 fingernails
Appointment required. Call CNVA at 303-698-6496 to schedule an appointment.
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Ortho Bionomy® Bodywork
Ortho-Bionomy® is a therapeutic technique that relieves pain by helping the body to rediscover its natural balance. This method of osteopath-based bodywork includes working with structure, lymph, fluids, neurology, organs, and the endocrine system, allowing the body to relax while opening neurological pathways that assist with and speed up the process of healing. Laura Samel, an Ortho-Bionomy practitioner, provides 45-minute hand or foot sessions. Appointment required.
Location: Senior Center
September 20 | 9am-2pm | $35R / $42NR
Call 303-665-9052 x 0 to schedule.
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Vitality Rehab Fall Prevention Screening Event
Genesis Rehab's e-Vitality Check is used to determine a person's cognitive and functional status by identifying changes in a person's physical, emotional, environmental, social, career, and intellectual well-being. These checks, completed by Vitality Rehab team members under the supervision of a licensed physical, occupational, or speech therapist, efficiently, accurately, and comprehensively document a person's status. Recommendations for skilled therapy or referral to other providers may be made based on discussion and findings.
Location: Senior Center
September 21 | 10am-noon | Free
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Boulder County Area Agency on Aging Programs |
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Medicare Cafecitos
El “Medicare Cafecito” en línea usará la plataforma de equipos de Microsoft (MS Teams) y por la línea de conferencia. El Cafecito ofrece información imparcial y actualizada. Acompáñenos para conversar sobre sus preguntas del Medicare. Todos son bienvenidos – beneficiarios, familiares, empleados/proveedores de servicios, y miembros de la comunidad.
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East Boulder County Diabetes Education & Support - Virtual
This monthly meeting provides education about nutrition, exercise, sleep and the effect of each on Diabetes. For questions, call 303-441-4995. Sponsored by Boulder County Area Agency on Aging.
When: 2nd Mondays, 11am-noon
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Coal Creek Café & Meals on Wheels Programs |
Could you or someone you know benefit from Coal Creek Meals on Wheels (CCMOW)? CCMOW offers the following programs to provide community members with daily, hot nutritious meals and related support services:
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The Meal Delivery Program mobilizes volunteers to deliver delicious made-from-scratch meals to clients Monday-Friday, plus two frozen meals for the weekend.
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In partnership with the City of Lafayette Senior Services, Coal Creek Café (located at the Josephine Commons Housing Development) serves meals Monday-Friday from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. This program creates opportunities for guests to socialize with friends and neighbors while enjoying our delicious daily offerings.
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Plates for Pets clients receive a supply of pet food (for their cats, dogs, fish, birds and rodents) along with their meal delivery on the last Monday of each month.
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Project Homecoming clients receive five free home-delivered meals after returning home from a hospital stay regardless of their age and income.
For more information about CCMOW's programs, program costs, or to sign up to receive meals, please visit coalcreekmow.org or call us at 303-665-0566.
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Cultivate's Carry-out Caravan
This program connects members of the community with older adults who face the challenge of securing reliable access to groceries. Friendly volunteers provide caring assistance throughout the entire process of ordering, purchasing and delivering groceries from their partner, King Soopers, straight to older adults’ homes. Call 303-443-1933 or visit www.cultivate.ngo.
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New 911 Emergency Notification
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Front Range Aging Solo Network
This resource and education group aims to connect solo agers, provide a supportive environment, and offer learning opportunities to members.
When: 2nd Mondays, 4pm.
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Generation Exchange
Provides free technology help for older adults through virtual one-on-one technology workshops. Learn more here.
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Ride Free Lafayette
Free, on-demand, door-to-door bus service for Lafayette.
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Mobility For All
Want to feel more confident using smartphone apps that help you get around? Call 720-564-2218 for details. Mobility for All is collaborating with community partners throughout Boulder County to offer transportation-related technology workshops to help community members of all ages and abilities feel more comfortable using transportation apps such as: Google Maps, Transit App, Lyft, Uber, and RTD Mobile Tickets.
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Alzheimer’s Association - Dementia Caregiver Support Groups - Virtual
Support groups are for family or friends who have a loved one with any dementia. Groups are facilitated by volunteers who are screened, trained and supervised by the Alzheimer's Association. Visit www.alz.org or call 800-272-3900 to find a Support Group that fits your schedule. For more information, contact Ralph Patrick at 720-699-9319 or rpatrick@alz.org.
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Loan Closet
Checkouts:
If you need basic mobility equipment, please call 303-665-9052 x 0 or email Senior Services. Equipment includes wheelchairs, walkers, knee scooters, canes, crutches, transfer benches, shower seats, and temporary ramps.
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