National Fall Prevention Week is September 18 - 22

According to the National Council on Aging, Fall Prevention Awareness Week is a national health campaign centered around raising awareness about falls, injury prevention and developing an understanding that falls are preventable (NCOA, 2023). Please join the Weld County Area Agency on Aging, September 18-21, as we provide a week of fall prevention tools, information, and activities!

Questions? Call Jacob Luna at (970) 400-6117 or email: jluna@weld.gov 

Walk With a Doc

Monday, September 18, 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Walking is essential when it comes to improving your strength and balance. Come out and enjoy a brief presentation from Dr. Meara Melton and ask any questions centered around fall prevention! Walk at your own pace, no walkers will be left behind.

Registration is required by calling (970) 400-6117. Located at the playground at Josephine Jones Park (parking available at 27th St. & 56th Ave., Greeley).

Caregiver: A Conversation on Fall Prevention

Tuesday, September 19, 10 - 11 a.m.

Are you a caregiver for a loved one at risk for falls? Come join us for a seminar, led by Jillian Broce, reviewing the Fall Prevention Conversation Guide for Caregivers developed by the National Council on Aging.

Registration is required by calling (970) 400-6117. Located at Windsor Recreation Center (250 11^th St, Windsor).

Tai Chi for Fall Prevention

Wednesday, September 20, 10 - 11 a.m.

Tai Chi is a gentle moving meditation to improve balance, increase strength, mobility, and flexibility. The movements are easy to learn and can be done by anyone regardless of age or physical condition.

Registration is required by calling (970) 400-6117. Located at Sanborn Park northwest parking lot behind King Soopers (2031 28th Ave., Greeley).

Chair Yoga

Thursday, September 21, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.

Chair yoga is low impact, low intensity and can improve focus, balance, and strength. All fitness levels are welcome. This event will be held in person.

Registration is required by calling (970) 400-6117. Located at LINC Library (501 8^th Ave, Greeley).

Questions? Call Jacob Luna at (970) 400-6117 or email: jluna@weld.gov

The foods you eat affect your health. By eating enough nutrient-dense foods, you decrease your risk of nutrient deficiencies. Nutrient deficiencies can cause many health issues, from anemia to poor recovery from illness or injury. A diet high in nutrient-dense foods can lead to more energy, better blood sugar control, and lower your risk of disease. Fruits, vegetables, meats, eggs, beans, whole grains, and dairy are all nutrient-dense foods.

With age comes digestive system changes. These changes commonly cause certain nutrients, such as calcium and vitamin B12, to be poorly absorbed by the body. Therefore, it is sometimes necessary to increase your intake of vitamin B12 and calcium-rich foods. You may have experienced decreased appetite with age as well. Make the foods you eat count by limiting “empty calorie” foods, such as chips, cookies, doughnuts, candy, and soft drinks in your diet. Choose whole, fresh foods instead.

Nutrients have important jobs within the body. Vitamin B6 plays a vital role in metabolism and forming new body cells; chickpeas and bananas are sources of this vitamin. Vitamin B12 is needed for making red blood cells and DNA. Vitamin B12 is found in animal-based foods. Vitamin C is found in citrus fruits, tomatoes, and many other fruits and vegetables. Vitamin C helps to boost immunity and maintain healthy connective tissues. Your body uses calcium, found in dairy, fish, and soy, to keep your bones strong. Finally, fiber aids in digestion and promotes gut health. Whole wheat tortillas, oatmeal, pears, brussels sprouts, artichokes, green peas, oranges, pistachios, and almonds are all good sources of fiber.

The Friendly Fork Senior Nutrition meals provide older adults with one-third of the nutrition they require in a day. Each Friendly Fork lunch contains at least 667 calories, 30 grams of protein, and several key vitamins and minerals. Guidelines ensure that each lunch provides older adults with enough fiber, vitamin B6, vitamin B12, calcium, and vitamin C. Sodium is also monitored; each meal provides less than 1200 mg of sodium. A variety of nutrient-dense foods are placed on the menu to meet these metrics. Choosing the Friendly Fork donation-based meals can help you meet your nutrient needs! Click on this link for more information on the Friendly Fork meal sites and monthly menus: https://www.weld.gov/Government/Departments/Human-Services/Area-Agency-on-Aging-AAA/Friendly-Fork.

The Colorado Mission of Mercy (COMOM) is a large-scale dental clinic in which dental services are provided at no cost for individuals who cannot afford dental care.

2023 Greeley COMOM
Friday, September 22 –
Saturday, September 23

Event Center – Island Grove Regional Park
501 N 14th Avenue, Greeley, CO 80631

Who should come?

• Adults and children
• No questions asked

When to come?

• Early! Can line-up night before clinic
• WARM inside shelter while waiting
• Clinic doors open at 6:00 am
• Doors open until clinic is at capacity
• Capacity is reached early in day
• No appointments
• First come – first served

What to bring?

Wait can be very long, so . . .                                     

• Books, magazines, puzzles, knitting to help pass the time
• Snacks and water

More Information?

www.COMOM.org
(720) 648-0919

Weld Senior Symposium 2023

By Genelle Davis & Holly Darby

Have you ever found yourself in a situation when you wished you “would have known”? The Weld Senior Symposium is the event that gathers all important information in one place! The event is back for the ninth year, and once again it will offer helpful resources.

A dedicated planning committee works year round to provide an event for older adults and their caregivers to attend and learn about resources and hear from professionals on topics relevant to their needs. The planning committee is so excited to announce that the Weld Senior Symposium: Navigating Legal Issues & Area Resources will be on Wednesday, October 4, from 8:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. at the Island Grove Conference Center, 425 N 15^th Avenue in Greeley. 

This is your opportunity to hear from attorneys and professionals in the field. This year’s topics include: nutrition for older adults; grief and aging; technology and scams; proactively planning for incapacity; contented dementia; and last wills and testaments, trusts, and powers of attorney. We are very excited to also offer a panel of professionals for caregivers and helping parents age.

More information and registration can be found at www.weldseniorsymposium.org. Not into the internet? Then please call us and we can register you over the phone by calling (970) 400-6950. A suggested donation of $10 will help cover the cost of lunch and event expenses that can be donated at the door.

The planning committee would like to give our sincere thank you to our event sponsors; the Weld Senior Symposium event would not be possible without you. We'd also like to express our deep appreciation to the planning committee for the many hours they dedicate to bringing vital information to our community. See you October 4!

What are your beliefs about older people and where do they come from? Why does this matter? Join us for this 90-minute interactive workshop by Changing the Narrative, where you'll learn:

• How society views older people and aging, and how this influences our beliefs
• How ageism impacts our health and communities
• How language reinforces negative stereotypes, and how changing our stories reduces ageism
• You'll leave with concrete tips and strategies for addressing ageism

Changing the Narrative is a strategic communications and awareness campaign to increase understanding of ageism and change how people think, talk and act about aging and ageism.

WHEN: Wednesday, October 11, 10 - 11:30 a.m.

WHERE: LINC (Library Innovation Center) 501 8th Avenue, Greeley

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER: https://actionnetwork.org/events/changing-how-we-think-about-aging-in-weld-county?source=direct_link&

If you:

• Resided in Colorado for the ENTIRE YEAR
• Are NOT claimed as a dependent on someone’s tax return
• Are lawfully present in the United States
• Have income equal to or less than:
  • $15,831 (single) or $21,381 (married) for 2021
  • $16,925 (single) or $22,858 (married) for 2022

AND

• Are 65 years or older -OR-
• Are a surviving spouse and 58 years old by December 31^st -OR-
• Were disabled for an entire year

You have 2 YEARS to apply for the rebate AFTER the end of the calendar year.

Application Deadlines:

2021 – December 31, 2023

2022 – December 31, 2024

Accepted Forms of Identification Include:

A Colorado driver’s license or I.D. card.

*Other forms of I.D. may be ok if you do not have a Colorado license or I.D.*

The address on your PTC application must match the address on your driver's license or Colorado I.D. card. If the addresses do not match, your rebate will be delayed.

*To update your address take a “Change of Address” (DR 2285) form to any Colorado Motor Vehicle Division Driver’s License Office*

There is FREE help applying for the "PTC" rebate:

• Colorado Department of Revenue - (303) 238-7378
• Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) - (800) 906-9887
• Dial 2-1-1 (free call) to find a tax site near

For the application and more information, see www.TaxColorado.com ‘Click’ on File and PTC Rebate.

Si usted:

• Vivió en Colorado el AÑO COMPLETO
• NO fue reclamado como dependiente en la declaración de impuestos de alguien
• Está presente en los Estados Unidos legalmente
• Tiene ingresos igual o Menos de: 
  • $15,831 (single) or $21,381 (married) for 2021
  • $16,925 (single) or $22,858 (married) for 2022

Y:

• Tiene 65 años o más -O-
• Es cónyuge sobreviviente y cumple 58 años en o antes del 31 de Diciembre - O
• Estuvo discapacitado por un año completo

Usted tiene 2 AÑOS para solicitar el reembolso DESPUES de finalizar el año vigente.

Fechas Límites Para Aplicar:

2021 – Diciembre 31, 2023
2022 - Diciembre 31, 2024

Tipos de Identificación Aceptadas Incluyen:

Licencia de Conducir de Colorado o Tarjeta de Identificación.
*Puede que se acepten otros tipos de Identificaciones si usted no tiene Licencia de
Conducir de Colorado o Identificación de Colorado

La dirección en su solicitud de PTC tiene que ser igual que la dirección en su Licencia de Conducir o Identificación de Colorado. Si las direcciones no soniguales, su reembolso se retrasara.

*Para actualizar su dirección entregue un formulario de “Cambio de Dirección” (DR2285)
a cualquier Oficina de Licencias de Conducir de Motores y Vehículos de Colorado*

Hay ayuda LIBRE DE COSTO para solicitar el Reembolso “PTC”:

● Departamento de Impuestos de Colorado - (303) 238-7378
● Asistencia Voluntaria de Impuestos Sobre Ingresos (VITA) - (800) 906-9887
● Marque 2-1-1 (llamada libre de costo) para conseguir un lugar de impuestos cerca de
usted.

Para la solicitud y más información, vea www.TaxColorado.com
Haga ‘Clic’ al File and PTC Rebate (Expediente y Reembolso PTC)