Fifty & Better Magazine | FALL | 2022

Take a hike!

Free your mind

MY DAD SENT ME ONE THOSE lists of witty sayings that go around the internet. This one was about getting older. One of the phrases stuck in my mind: The stupidest thing I ever did was to become an adult. First, it just made me laugh, and then I dug into it a little deeper and I was struck by a kernel of truth in it.

Some may view being an adult as being able to juggle jobs and families, paying bills and generally getting along in the world. That’s not what I’m really thinking about here. It seems that adults get caught up in all the wrong things—having an inflexible political stance, solidifying beliefs about how the world is or should be, valuing possessions and positions.

I wonder at what point do we go from being openminded beings exploring our world with fascination to being opinionated, stuck people who have a hard time seeing beyond our own noses. I’m probably overstating, but it seems that we do lose some of the wonder and openness to the endless variety that the world offers to getting frozen in place as our minds (and our bodies) become more rigid and less flexible.

In our quest to sort out right from wrong, good from bad, we get into an us-and-them mindset. And it just gets easier and easier to not even be open to ideas that don’t fit our world view. What’s the difference between a weed and a flower? A judgment. And we seem to solidify our judgements and it gets easier to see more things as weeds when it’s flowers that make us happy.

But what if we didn’t?

It seems that part of becoming an adult can be sorting thoughts and ideas into boxes: These things I believe and these things I don’t; these beliefs and lifestyles are right and these aren’t. But what if instead we didn’t separate weeds from flowers and tried to keep our minds flexible. What if we didn’t cling so tightly to our opinions as though they’re right simply because they’re ours.

Easier said than done, I know.

I think it helps, in any case to stay active and engaged in a variety of activities. This issue is jam-packed with places to go and things to do. Pick out some old favorites or, maybe better yet, try something new. In our feature story, Claire Sable recommends some hikes for all levels and offers advice about how to prepare and what to take. I’ve found that nothing clears and opens my mind like a walk in the woods.

I’m just curious how we go from our big open minds that we have as children where everything is a wonder to our “adult” mind full of opinions and narrowing views.

Anyway, that’s what I think of when I read the phrase: The stupidest thing I ever did was to become an adult.

Stay loose, Scott

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Boards consist of three cold, cured meats, three soft and hard cheeses, crackers/breads, vegetables, fruits, dips/spreads, and extras from your imagination like trail mixes, jams, nuts, spicy

mustard, olives, pickles artfully arranged on platters, plates, boards and in small bowls. Add plenty of tongs or serving utensils.

Rather than a large board, serve individual plates with the same ingredients artfully arranged.

If desserts aren’t included in the board or plate, create a dessert board. Choose options like individual cheesecake, mini cupcakes, several varieties of cookies, strawberries with chocolate dip or other fruits and dips.

Add a special wine and enjoy.

IF YOU DON’T GROW YOUR OWN vegetables visit the last of the farmer’s markets to find fresh, freezable vegetables. Instead of canning or dehydrating, consider preparing meals ready to freeze then thaw and cook or heat and eat. Check out books from Farm Journal—Freezing and Canning Cookbook or used copies of the old America’s Best Vegetable Recipes.

Here are some ideas for meals made from fresh vegetables along with other ingredients.

• Crust or crustless quiche—eggs, cheese, vegetables and spices

• Gumbo—vegetables with or without protein

• Soups —gazpacho, vegetable, winter squash

• Vegetable lasagna—any vegetables, eggplant, onions, garlic, noodles and sauce

• Broccoli soufflé—eggs, cheese, onions, broccoli, milk

• Ratatouille—tomatoes, peppers, zucchini, eggplant, basil, oregano, thyme and other spices

• Tomato sauce—spices and tomatoes

• Vegetable chili—vegetables, spices, beef or vegetable base

Divide the meals into individual portions and freeze. Enjoy fresh vegetables meals all winter.

Time for professional cleaner?

Keep it fresh this winter NEED SOMEONE TO CLEAN YOUR HOUSE? You have two choices—a professional cleaning service or an individual cleaner. Cleaning services

• Have well-defined, consistent procedures and training.

• Are licensed, insured and bonded.

• Employ several people and complete the job quickly.

• Are considered a contractor.

• Provide all supplies and sanitized equipment.

• Sends a replacement for a sick or vacationing employee.

• Charges more.

• May provide no consistency in cleaners. Individual cleaner

• Takes more time to complete the job for less cost per hour.

• Offers more flexibility in scheduling and add-ons.

• Develops a personal relationship.

• Considered an employee rather than a contractor.

• Skips jobs when sick or vacationing.

• Possibly no professional training.

• Requires that you provide supplies and equipment to prevent cross contamination.

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Life is all about balance

AS WE AGE, OUR SENSE of balance declines and that can affect even simple movements like getting up from a chair or climbing or descending stairs. Worsening balance problems can also lead to potentially dangerous and debilitating falls—something we all want to avoid.

But losing your balance does not have to be an inevitability of growing older. You can practice and improve your balance every day by doing some simple exercises that train your body and brain to help keep you vertical.

• Stand on one foot and hold it to the count of 10. Do this several times and then repeat the whole process with the other foot. Try this when you’re brushing your teeth or watching TV. It’s a good idea to have a countertop or back of a chair nearby in case you need to steady yourself.

• You’ve seen sobriety tests on TV where the person has to walk back and forth, heel to toe. This exercise helps improve your balance. Do this one before happy hour for better performance.

• Get an exercise half-ball. Balance yourself while standing on the soft, rounded side—this too will help improve your balance.

Don’t suffer in silence with anxiety and depression

THE PAST FEW YEARS HAVE BEEN challenging to say the least. We’ve all had to contend with a global pandemic. More recently we are feeling the pressures of inflation, ongoing political strife and unpredict able and sometimes extremely destructive weather events. Layer all that on top of the daily stressors of life and it’s easy to see why many of us feel anxious and depressed.

If it’s all feeling like a little too much, it may be time to seek professional help. A good place to start is with your primary care physician. While psychology is not their specialty, medical doctors generally have some insight into these conditions. They also have the ability to prescribe medications that may help alleviate symptoms and may also be able to provide some mental health referrals and resources.

Another option is finding a trained practitioner who is skilled in cognitive behavioral therapy and other psychotherapeutic treatments. A quick google search will produce lots of options for private therapists as well as group practices. Some insurance plans will help cover the cost of treatment and some therapists offer a sliding fee scale.

These are not your grandparents’ hearing aids

EVER HAD TO ASK SOMEONE to repeat themselves?

Ever had to ask them more than once? Hearing loss is an unfortunate but not uncommon side-effect of aging, and can even be a problem for people in their 50s.

“We have a lot of middle-aged clients,” says Susan Baker, hearing healthcare provider with Advanced Hearing in Fort Collins. “Fortunately, the technology is vastly improved from what it was even five years ago.”

The size and appearance of hearing aids have also evolved. Gone are the large, clunky hearing aids our grandparents wore. Today, hearing aids are very small, nearly invisible devices that neatly and discretely tuck into the outside of the ear canal. “You can hardly even see them, yet these tiny devices make a huge difference in the ability to hear, and that improves the quality of life for our clients,” Baker adds.

For more information go to advancedhearing.net.

Clarie L. Sable

Daytripper Yeah!

WHETHER YOU WANT TO SEE a Broadway show, sample a variety of artisanal beers, see the Broncos play, or have ‘high tea’ in an opulent setting, Denver has a lot to offer for those looking for a fun day trip this fall.

If you’re in the mood for some Broadway-caliber entertainment, DCPA Broadway at the Denver Center for the Performing Arts has you covered. Upcoming shows include Hadestown, Ain’t too Proud, Mean Girls and To Kill a Mockingbird. More at denvercenter.org.

Are you a fan of adult libations? Check out the Great American Beer Festival, Oct. 6-8, at the Colorado Convention Center in Denver. This year’s event features hundreds of the most innovative breweries from all over the country. More at greatamericanbeerfestival.com.

If afternoon tea with finger sandwiches and scones is more your style, book a seating at the renowned Brown Palace in downtown Denver. More at brownpalace.com/event/afternoontea-at-the-brown-palace.

Or, go catch the Broncos in action! The first home game is at 2:45pm on Sunday, Sept. 18 at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver. More at denverbroncos.com/schedule.

For more ideas on fun daytrip excursions plus a list of great Denver eateries, go to denver.org.

Much to do right here at home

IF YOU’D RATHER FIND ENTERTAINMENT closer to home, you have a wide array of options from which to choose.

Bowie fans will not want to miss David Brighton’s Space Oddity—a celebration of one of rock ‘n’ roll’s most celebrated artists— David Bowie. It shows at 7:30pm, Sat., Sept. 17, at the Union Colony Civic Center in Greeley. More at ucstars.showare.com.

Area wine lovers can lift their glasses at The Annual Wine Festival at Island Lake, featuring more than 20 Colorado wineries, live music, plus food and retail vendors. It runs from 11am-5pm, Sat., Sept. 24, at Island Lake in Fort Collins. More at winefestivalatislandlake.com.

Get a jump on your holiday shopping at the Applewood Arts Festival, Oct. 8-9, at the Ranch in Loveland. There you’ll find a variety of homemade arts and crafts plus hand-made jewelry, home décor, books, food items, vintage items and more. More at applewoodfestivals.com.

See if you can keep your feet from tapping to Scott Bradlee’s Postmodern Jukebox—an evening of live music, singing and tap dancing that celebrates beloved 20th century hits that everyone knows and loves.

Showtime is 7:30pm, Fri., Oct. 28, at the Lincoln Center in Fort Collins. More at lctix.com/postmodern-jukebox-2022.

See and hear the annual elk rut

WITH ROCKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK (RMNP) less than an hour away for most NOCO residents, witnessing one of nature’s most interesting and sonorous spectacles is easy.

The elk rut is an annual fall event in which bull elk fight one another for dominance over the herd and the harem. In addition to some hoof stomping and dramatic clashing of antlers, bull elk also bugle. The surprisingly highpitched, nearly shrill vocalization announces bull elks’ presence and intention to challenge one another in battle.

If you want to see and hear them in action, RMNP is an ideal location. You can either watch from the safety of your car or at the edge of the roadway. Keeping your distance is very important. These 700 pound bull elk are much more aggressive and unpredictable during the rut, and they can move incredibly fast.

The best time for viewing is usually at dawn and dusk, and the rut is at its peak during the last two weeks of September. More info at nps. gov/romo/planyourvisit/wildlife_view.htm.

Take a Hike

Claire L Sable

AS A RESIDENT OF northern Colorado, you live near some of the most scenic and pristine hiking trails in the nation, and even if you’ve never officially ‘gone hiking,’ with so many trails close by, a relatively small time investment can pay big dividends in fun, enjoyment and that sense of peace and tranquility that only nature can provide.

And fall is a fantastic time to go, says Joel Schwab, trail supervisor for the Department of Natural Resources with Larimer County. “Fall’s cooler temperatures and calmer weather are ideal for getting outside and hitting the trails.” Fall is also when aspen groves blanket hillsides in shimmering shades of yellow and gold, making for some stunning panoramas.

TAKING IT LOW AND SLOW

For those who are hiking for the first time or just want a short, casual outing, Schwab says a couple good trails to start with are the Devils Backbone and Round Mountain Nature Trails. Both are located off of Hwy. 34 west of Loveland. The Devils Backbone Trail skirts the hogbacks. It’s totally exposed with no shade and can be quite crowded on the weekend so aim for a weekday for this one. A few miles up into the Big Thompson Canyon is where you’ll find the Round Mountain Nature Trail, which starts from Viestenz-Smith Mountain Park. Both hikes have fairly level terrain and start at lower elevations than a lot of other trails, so they are ideal for beginners. Dogs are welcome on both trails but must be leashed. Schwab also recommends the Shoshone Trail located on the Pinewood Reservoir southwest of Loveland. This trail

takes you up into a pine forest, providing ample shade and making this a pleasant hike in early fall when temperatures are still warm. Dogs are welcome here too, but again, must be leashed.

Two more fairly easy trails are Lady Moon and Mt. Margaret. Both are located northwest of Fort Collins off of W. County Rd. 74e or Red Feather Lakes Road. The Lady Moon Trail is 2.6 miles long and takes about three hours to complete in and back. The starting elevation is around 8,100 feet and hikers will climb about 200 more feet during the hike. The Mt. Margaret Trail is 3.8 miles long one way, with a subtle climb of about 100 feet. It starts at about 8,000 feet in elevation and takes hikers through pine forests and meadows with some granite outcroppings along the way. Dogs are welcome in both locations and are allowed to be under voice control.

KICKING IT UP A NOTCH

For those who are looking for a little more challenge, Schwab recommends the Limber Pine Trail (park at the Saddle Trailhead lot), located within Hermit Park Open Space off of Hwy. 36 southeast of Estes Park. The trail is 5.1 miles one way, with multiple access points connecting to other trailheads within the park. This area features aspen groves, wetland meadows, pine forests and granite rock features. The Krueger Trail, also in Hermit Park, is about two miles one way and has a significant elevation increase topping out at about 9,300 feet.

GOING FOR THE GUSTO

For experienced hikers Schwab recommends the Greyrock Trail, which is located northwest of Fort Collins approximately eight miles into

the Poudre Canyon. The trail is a 7.2 mile loop and takes close to five hours to complete. It begins at an elevation of 5,600 feet but tops out at about 8,000 feet, so be prepared for some steeper climbs and descents. This is a very popular trail and is usually pretty crowded on weekends, so Schwab recommends doing Greyrock during the week. Leashed dogs are welcome. Another more advanced hike is the Crosier Mountain Glenhaven Trail near Glenhaven. This trail is just over three miles long but has a 1,400 foot climb. It connects to other trails on Crosier Mountain for those who want to extend the length of their hike. Finally, Schwab recommends the West Branch Trail located within the Rawah Wilderness in Roosevelt National Forest. This 6 ¾ mile hike starts at 8,500 feet and goes to just over 11,000 feet in elevation.

Hiking essentials

Whether you’re hiking a fourteener or taking a leisurely hike close to home, being prepared helps ensure a successful excursion. Before you leave, check the forecast and let friends or family know where you’re going and when you expect to return home. Schwab always recommends going with a buddy or two.

WHAT TO TAKE

All hikers should take sunglasses, sunscreen, a hat with a brim, cell phone, water (remember to take enough for Fido too), energy snacks, a first-aid kit, a multi-tool and navigation tools including a map and compass. Clothing and socks should be moisture-wicking, and comfortable, supportive footwear is a must. Schwab stresses that while it can be 70 degrees on the Front Range, it could be 35 degrees in the high country, so wearing layers and having a spare fleece and rain poncho in your pack is always a good idea. He also advises that even though you may’ve downloaded the trail map onto your phone, be sure to have a paper map as back-up in case the phone malfunctions or the battery dies.

For longer hikes you’ll need more food, water and clothing for a variety of weather conditions. You may also want to add sanitation gear, a head lamp, insect repellent, bear spray, a whistle, an emergency shelter, and if you’re going deep into the back country, consider taking along a device such as a Garmen inReach that enables satellite communication.

Trekking poles anyone?

Schwab recommends trekking poles for all hikers regardless of their ability because they help with balance and reduce pressure on joints. They can be found in lightweight material such as carbon fiber and many fold up for ease of stowing in backpacks. Trail information and to join up with other hikers

For the most up-to-date and accurate trail information, go to trails.colorado.gov, and to view a list of group hikes and other outdoor and nature activities offered by the county, go to offero. larimer.org/calendar.

Preserving Peaches

2022 NoCo Farmers Markets

Berthoud Local Farmers Market

Fickel Park, 620 Mountain Ave., Berthoud Saturdays, 9am–noon, June 18–Sept. 24 http://berthoudlocal.org

Erie Farmers Market

Briggs Street between Wells and Moffatt, Erie Thursdays, 5–8pm, May 12–Sept. 8 www.realfarmersmarketco.com

Estes Valley Farmers Market

Visitor Center, 500 Big Thompson Ave., EP Thursdays, 8am–1pm, June 2–Sept. 29 www.facebook.com/EstesValleyFarmersMarket

Farmers Market at Fairgrounds Park

700 S. Railroad Ave., Loveland Sundays, 9am–1pm June 5–Sept. 25 (except July 3) www.cityofloveland.org/farmersmarket

FARM STANDS

Bartels Farm

3424 E. Douglas Rd., Fort Collins www.thebartelsfarm.com

Colorado Fresh Farms

8101 S Timberline Rd, Fort Collins www.coloradofreshfarms.com

Desiderata Ranch

4617 CR 2, Berthoud http://desiderataranch.org

Folks Farm & Seed

917 S. Taft Hill Rd., Fort Collins www.folksfarmandseed.com

Garden Sweet

719 W. Willox Ln., Fort Collins www.gardensweet.com

Green Dog Farm

Off CR54G next to Overland Foods, Laporte www.greendogfarmcsa.com

Hazel Dell Mushrooms

3925 E. CR 32 (Carpenter Rd.), Fort Collins www.hazeldellmushrooms.com

Fort Collins Farmers Market

1001 E. Harmony Rd., FC (rain or shine) Sundays, 10am–2pm, May 1–Nov. 13 Wednesdays, 10am–2pm, June 15–Nov. 13 www.fortcollinsfarmersmarket.org

Greeley Summer Farmers Market

Union Pacific Depot, 902 7th Ave., GR Saturdays, 8am–Noon, May 7–Oct. 29 www.greeleygov.com/fm

Larimer County Farmers Market

200 S. Oak St., FC (courthouse parking lot) Saturdays, 9am–1pm, May 21–Oct. 29 www.larimercountyfarmersmarket.org

Loveland West Farmers Market at Jax 2665 W Eisenhower Blvd, LV

Tuesdays, 9am–1pm, April 19–Nov. 8 www.facebook.com/ LovelandWestFarmersMarket

Timnath Sunday Market

4138 Main St., Timnath

Second Sundays, 9am–2pm, May–Oct www.TimnathFarmersMarket.org

Windsor Farmers Market

Boardwalk Park, 110 5th St., Windsor Saturdays, 9am–1pm, June 4–Sept. 3 www.windsorgov.com/FarmersMarket

Something about being on a farm just feels good. The pace feels relaxed and your interactions, maybe, more genuine. So swing by a farm stand soon and pick up some deliciousness while you’re at it.

Heritage Lavender

4809 Foothills Dr., Berthoud www.heritagelavender.com

Hoffman Farms, LLC

3545 W. O St., Greeley www.hoffmanproduce.com

Hope Farms

1601 N. Shields St., Fort Collins www.cultivatehopeco.org

Jodar Farms/Fort Collins Vine Farm Order online/pick up Fort Collins or Wellington www.jodarfarms.com

Long Shadow Farm Order online/pick up Berthoud www.longshadowfarm.com

Native Hill Farm 2100 CR 54G, Fort Collins www.nativehillfarm.com

Ollin Farms

8627 N. 95th St., Longmont www.ollinfarms.com

On the Vine at Richmond Farms

3611 Richmond Dr., Fort Collins www.onthevineatrichmondfarms.com

OwlTree Farm

4605 E. CR 58, Fort Collins www.owltreefarmco.com

Papa Joe’s Honey

4855 W. Eisenhower Blvd., Loveland www.facebook.com/PapaJoesLocalHoney

Raisin’ Roots Farm 2229 W. Vine Dr., Fort Collins www.sunnydazegardens.com

Sunny Daze

901 S. CR 5, Fort Collins www.sunnydazegardens.com

Tigges Farm 12404 CR 64½, Greeley www.tiggesfarm.com

Preserving Peaches

Canning, Jamming, Freezing, Salsa

Lea Hanson

Peaches are for sale everywhere this time of year. We are bom barded with pallets of peaches, encouraged to buy them as fundraisers, EZ Ups on every corner, and more. With our kitchens filled with pallets of peaches, we’re suddenly inundated with the responsibility to do something with them. Luckily, peaches are one of the easiest fruits to preserve using a variety of methods and you can then enjoy them well past the harvest season.

Examples include canning, freezing, making salsa, or making preserves.

Peaches provide vitamins A and C, are a good source of fiber and are low in calories. One raw medium peach (147 grams) has 50 calories, 0.5 grams of fat, 0 grams of cholesterol and sodium, 15 grams of carbohydrate, 13 grams of sug ar, 2 grams of fiber and 1 gram of pro tein. It provides six percent of your daily vitamin A needs and 15 percent of daily vitamin C needs. One medium peach

also contains two percent or more daily value of vitamins E and K, niacin, folate, iron, potassium, and magnesium.

Preserving fruit is much easier than most novices think it will be and the tools needed are minimal. Actually, besides purchasing a bulk of canning jars, most people already have utensils that will work in the house. Although many specialty items are for sale, they usually simply make the process easier, but aren’t required to complete the task.

PREPARING TO PRESERVE PEACHES

Choose ripe, mature peaches of ideal quality for eating fresh or cooking. Peaches should be firm, or “give” slightly and should have a strong, sweet smell and a yellowish golden background color.

To peel, dip peaches in boiling water for 30 to 60 seconds until skins loosen. Dip quickly in cold water and slip off skins.

Cut in half, remove pits and slice, if desired. To prevent darkening, keep peeled peaches in ascorbic acid solution (1 teaspoon or 3000 milligrams ascorbic acid or vitamin C per gallon of water), or use a commercial ascorbic acid mix ture according to directions on package. Drain when ready to process.

CANNING PEACHES (HALVED OR SLICED)

Yields: Approximately 2 to 2½ pounds peaches for a 1-quart jar.

Prepare and boil syrup, using ½ cup (very light), 1 cup (light) or 1¾ cup (medium) sugar per quart of water, de pending on desired sweetness. Or pack peaches in water, apple juice or white grape juice.

HOT PACK AND RAW PACK

First, what’s the difference? Hot pack ing is the practice of heating freshly prepared food to boiling, simmering it 2 to 5 minutes, and promptly filling jars loosely with the boiled food. Raw pack ing is more suitable for fruits and vege tables processed in a pressure canner.

To hot pack peaches, first place drained fruit in a large saucepan with syrup, water or juice and bring to boil. Next, fill jars with hot fruit and cooking liquid, leaving ½-inch headspace. Place peach halves in layers with the cut side facing down. Adjust the jar lids and process in a boiling-water canner: 20 minutes for pints, 25 minutes for quarts at altitudes up to 1,000 feet.

To raw pack, fill hot jars with raw fruit, cut side down, and add hot water, juice, or syrup, leaving ½-inch head space. Adjust the jar lids and process in a boiling water canner: 25 minutes for pints, 30 minutes for quarts at altitudes up to 1,000 feet.

FREEZING PEACHES

Also known as sugar packing

Many believe sugar packing is the best way to preserve the taste of fruit. To sugar pack, start by dissolving ¼ teaspoon ascorbic acid in 3

tablespoons cold water and add to each quart of peaches to slow darkening. Then, add ⅔ cup sugar to each quart (1⅓ pounds) of prepared fruit. Next, stir gently until sugar is dissolved or let stand 15 minutes. Place into containers, seal, label, and freeze.

PEACH JAM

Yield: About 8 half-pint jars

Making jam is usually the task that seems most difficult… but like the processes described above, is easier than most assume. Begin by combining two quarts crushed, peeled peaches and ½ cup water; cook gently for 10 minutes. Add 6 cups sugar; slowly bring to boiling, stirring occasionally until sugar dissolves. Cook rapidly until thick, about 15 minutes; stir frequently to prevent sticking. Next, pour hot jam into sterilized canning jars, leaving ¼–inch headspace.

Wipe jar rims and adjust lids; they will be quite sticky later if you don’t. Process (seal) jars in a boiling water bath canner for 5 minutes at altitudes up to 1,000 feet. Add 1 minute of processing time for each additional 1,000 feet.

Adding pectin is easy simply by fol lowing the manufacturer’s directions on the pectin box.

How a Woman’s Unique Background Gave Rise to a Powerful Pain Management Product

Every day for 15 years, Stacy Cason treated patients suffering from various medical issues, many of whom dealt with chronic pain.

“They were hurting, and often, the end result of that was turning to opioids,” Stacy said.

As an anesthesiology nurse practitioner, Stacy witnessed firsthand the rise of the opioid pandemic in the United States. The U.S. makes up just 4.4% of the world’s population but consumes more than 80% of the world’s opioids.

And it was witnessing that crisis and the devastating impacts on patients and their families that ultimately led Stacy to found her company. It focuses on providing products that support pain

management in a natural, organic way without the dangerous side effects of opioids and even common over-thecounter NSAIDs like ibuprofen.

“I saw firsthand what opioids did to people and the chronic pain that leads to depression and lost quality of life,” Stacy said.

In 2018, Stacy founded Planetarie, the world’s first-ever USDA-Certified Organic CBDa manufacturer and distributor. Planetarie produces soft gels, muscle rubs, infusions, drink additives, salves, and more that leverage CBDa, the raw acidic cannabinoid derived directly from the hemp plant in its purest form.

Teachers, family, and friends identified Stacy from the start as a gifted and talented child. She started working at an office at just 12 years old and quickly learned she had a natural business sense. But growing up in a rural part of northern Louisiana with patriarchal norms deeply embedded in the culture put a college-bound Stacy on one of the only two culturally accepted paths: nursing or teaching.

“I remember having a discussion with one of my teachers about how I should attend Harvard,” Stacy said. “But, I didn’t know that I could. I didn’t believe that I could. I didn’t see it as a viable option. It was a very small, close-minded area.”

Stacy opted for nursing school instead, working in an intensive care unit before eventually moving to Miami. She married a U.S. Air Force officer and obtained a master’s degree in anesthesia from Florida International University. Stacy moved to Denver in 2012 and, in 2013, started attending classes at the University of Denver (DU) to earn her MBA while continuing to work in health care.

She graduated from DU in 2015. During that time, the constant influx of patients struggling with pain and opioid addiction wore on her, and, in 2017, Stacy let her medical license expire.

“I was getting tired — tired of watching people in pain and not being able to help them in a productive way, in a way that wouldn’t result in other conditions or addiction,” she said.

Stacy went on to earn a degree

in Real Estate Management from Harvard University in 2018, ultimately going into commercial real estate development.

Stacy purchased a ranch in May 2018 and started growing hemp in an effort to make it economically viable.

“That’s when I was introduced to the fast-growing hemp industry,” Stacy said.

“Growing hemp helped me learn about cannabinoids and how they are a game-changer for people suffering from pain, people like the very patients I encountered all those years working in health care.”

Stacy tapped into her entrepreneurial spirit and, like any successful entrepreneur, quickly learned how to pivot her business focus based on difficulties in the industry. When processing her hemp became an issue, Stacy decided she’d just process it herself.

“I quickly learned that I wasn’t a fan of using ethanol to process hemp,” she said. “Hemp is such a pure plant. It deserves to be treated as such.”

With that in mind, Stacy spent

next year developing a waterextraction method that preserves the hemp in its raw, living state to extract the more potent, more effective form of CBD—CBDa. It was the first time it had been done in the CBD industry, and Stacy was excited to sell the CBDa concentrate to other CBD brands.

“But quality wasn’t their priority,” Stacy said. “They just wanted CBD. People weren’t driven by the purity of it. They were opportunistic.”

When one manufacturer tried to insult Stacy by telling her, “You have purist, altruistic standards in your process,” Stacy knew it was time to pivot again to bring her commitment to healing without harm directly to the consumer.

“We care about quality and transparency, and not a lot of people in this industry do,” she said. “That’s what led us to bring everything in-house.”

In May 2020, Stacy launched Planetarie’s first direct-to-consumer retail line. Planetarie manages the CBDa production from start to finish, from plant to packaged product. Planetarie creates the formulations and manufactures the products that go directly into customers’ hands.

“Our CBDa has greater and very specific anti-inflammation action that other cannabinoids don’t have,” Stacy said. “It’s selective in that it only goes after what it needs to help with pain management.”

The company’s grassroots sales efforts quickly attracted athletes like Olympic Cyclist & Team USA Cycling Coach Chris Carmichael who commented, “When we advise athletes about nutrition, we recommend minimally processed whole foods and Planetarie’s game-changing water-only extraction process.”

And through the company’s Kindness Program, which provides discounts to patients with medical needs, others have enjoyed the benefits. For example, Jesse, a teen with Autism Spectrum Disorder, noticed a drastic improvement in his symptoms after using Planetarie’s water-soluble drink additive.

“He himself demands it every morning,” Stacy said. “It’s made a huge impact in his life.”

It’s stories like Chris’ and Jesse’s that get Stacy out of bed to face what is often a 14-hour workday.

“Hope. Hope is what gets me up in the morning—hope that today will be a better day, and hope that we’re making a positive change in the world,” Stacy said.

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE

Colorado Low-Income Bill Paying Assistance www.needhelppayingbills.com Colorado Consumer Fraud 800-222-4444 www.stopfraudcolorado.gov

Colorado Old Age Pension (OAP) Larimer County, 970-498-6300 www.larimer.org/humanservices/ public-benefits/ cash-assistance-programs Weld County, 970-351-1551 www.weldgov.com

Kevin Dunnigan, Investment Center Advisor Group 290 E. 29th St., Ste 100, LV 970-622-2366 www.helpwithmyinvestments.com

Larimer County Office on Aging 1501 Blue Spruce, FC 970-498-7750 www.larimer.org/seniors

Larimer County Veterans Services 200 W. Oak St., 5th Floor, FC 970-498-7390 www.larimer.org/veterans

Low-Income Energy Assistance Program (LEAP) Goodwill of Colorado 866-432-8435 www.goodwillcolorado.org/ services/leap

Partnership for Age-Friendly Communities

Larimer County, 970-310-4900 www.pafclarimer.org

Pinnacle Retirement 1039 Main St., Ste. L, WS 970-541-4772 www.pinnacleretirementinc.com

Social Security Administration 301 S. Howes St., 4th Floor, FC 866-336-7385

5400 W. 11th St., Ste. A, GR 877-405-9195 National 800-772-1213 www.ssa.gov

Michael Tarantino, CFP Tarantino Wealth Management 419 Canyon Ave., Ste. 320, FC 970-829-0900 www.michaeltarantino.net

HOUSING

CARE Housing 1303 W. Swallow Rd., FC 970-282-7522 www.carehousing.org

Estes Park Housing Authority 363 E. Elkhorn Ave., Ste. 101, EP 970-591-2535 www.esteshousing.org www.colorado.gov/esteshousing

Housing Catalyst 1715 W. Mountain Ave., FC 970-416-2910 www.housingcatalyst.com

Lifestyle DIRECTORY

Good Samaritan Society

Affordable Senior Housing EP, FC, GR, LV, WS 855-459-2884 www.good-sam.com/services/ senior-living/affordable-housing

Greeley-Weld Housing Authority 903 6th St., GR, 970-353-7437 www.greeley-weldha.org

Loveland Housing Authority 375 W. 37th St., #200, LV 970-667-3232 www.lovelandhousing.org

Neighborhood Resource Office 1000 10th St., GR, 970-336-4167 www.greeleygov.com/services/ neighborhood-resource-office

Neighborhood Services Office 281 N. College Ave., FC 970-224-6046 www.fcgov.com/ neighborhoodservices

Neighbor to Neighbor 1550 Blue Spruce Dr., FC 970-484-7498 1511 E. 11th St., LV 970-663-4163, www.n2n.org

Senior Living Advisors of Colorado 1635 Foxtrail Dr., FC 970-541-4592

Windsor Housing Authority www.windsorhousingauthority.org

ASSISTED LIVING

A Home for Life Residential

Assisted Living Collaborative 970-663-2933 www.ahome4life.com/

Apple Leaf Assisted Living 1328 N. 1st St., Berthoud 970-532-2600 www.appleleafassistedliving.com

Aspen House 2212 E. 11th St., LV 970-635-9800 www.aspenhouse.org

Aspyre Rock Creek 3150 Rock Creek Dr., FC 970-372-5838 https://aspyrerockcreek.com

Assisted Living Locators

471 Expedition Ln., Johnstown 970-660-8898 www.assistedlivinglocators.com/ care-advisor/noco

The Bridge at Greeley 4750 25th St., GR 970-339-0022 www.thebridgeatgreeley.com

Bright Assisted Living 610 Hemlock Dr., WS 970-674-1446 www.brightassistedliving.com

Collinwood Assisted Living and Memory Care 5055 S. Lemay Ave., FC 970-223-3552 www.collinwoodco.com

Brookdale Senior Living

1002 Rule Dr., FC, 844-477-8403 1999 W. 38th Ave., GR 844-875-7043 2895 N. Empire, LV 844-405-1157 215 Shupe Cir., LV, 844-643-8048 www.brookdale.com

Columbine Commons

1475 Main St., WS, 970-449-5540 www.columbinehealthfacilities.com

The Courtyard of Loveland 605 N. California Ave., LV 970-667-3342 www.courtyardofloveland.com

Eagle’s Nest Assisted Living

1026 Salmon Run, FC 970-402-3675 www.eaglesnestal.com

Fox Meadows

4021 Spruce Dr., FC 970-449-4472 www.assistedlivingftcollins.com

Garden Square at Spring Creek 1000 E. Stuart St., FC 970-494-3253

Garden Square of Greeley 1663 29th Ave. Pl., GR 970-460-4254 www.gardensquarememorycare.com

Garden Square at Westlake Assisted Living

3151 W. 20th St., GR 970-373-5123 www.gardensquareatwestlake.com

Good Samaritan Society— Estes Park Village 1901 Ptarmigan Tr., EP 970-800-4853 www.good-sam.com/locations/ estes-park-village

Good Samaritan Society— Fort Collins Village 508 W. Trilby Rd., FC 970-323-7675 www.good-sam.com/locations/ fort-collins-village

Good Samaritan Society— Bonell

706 23rd St., GR, 970-323-7677 www.good-sam.com/locations/ bonell-community

Good Samaritan Society—

Loveland Village

2101 S. Garfield Ave., LV 970-999-0336 www.good-sam.com/locations/ loveland-village

Good Samaritan Society—

Water Valley Senior Living Resort 805 Compassion Dr., WS 970-323-7723 www.good-sam.com/locations/ water-valley

Grace Point Senior Care Community 1919 68th Ave., GR 970-304-1919 www.gracepointegreeley.com

Heritage Haus 208 19th St. SE, LV 970-669-5616

Hillcrest of Loveland 535 N. Douglas Ave., LV 970-674-7120 www.mbkseniorliving.com/ senior-living

The Joneses Assisted Living

2127 Eagle Dr., LV 970-663-2226

Lakeview Commons 1422 W. 29th St., LV 970-278-4000 www.columbinehealthfacilities.com

Live to Assist Assisted Living 2914 W. Prospect Rd., FC 970-224-1400 www.livetoassist.net

MacKenzie Place 4750 Pleasant Oak Dr., FC 970-207-1939, www.leisurecare. com/our-communities/ mackenzie-place-fort-collins

MeadowView of Greeley 5300 W. 29th St., GR 970-353-6800 www.legendseniorliving.com

Monarch Greens

Assisted Living Home 1725 Lakeview Dr., FC 970-218-5057 www.monarchgreensassisted living.com

Morning Star of Fort Collins 3509 Lochwood Dr., FC 970-432-8810 www.morningstarseniorliving.com

New Mercer Commons 900 Centre Ave., FC 970-495-1000 www.columbinehealthfacilities.com

Park Regency Loveland 1875 Fall River Dr., LV 970-461-1100 www.ParkRegencyLoveland.com

Primrose Place 1330 E. 1st St., LV 970-667-5962

The Residence at Oakridge 4750 Wheaton Dr., FC 970-229-5800

Seneca House 4406 Seneca St., FC 970-795-8600 www.senecaral.com

Terry Lake Assisted Living 3629 Woodridge Rd., FC 970-221-3707 www.terrylakeassistedliving.com

Turnberry Place Assisted Living 2401 Turnberry Rd., FC 970-692-2850, www.turnberry placeassistedliving.com/

Willows at Windsor 303 E. Chestnut St., WS 970-686-2258

WindSong at Northridge 7010 West 8th St., GR 970-449-7199 www.windsongmemorycare.com

HOME CARE — NON-MEDICAL

AccentCare Skilled Home Healthcare

4065 St. Cloud, Ste. 200, LV 970-346-9700 www.accentcare.com

Alpha Omega Home Health Care 970-266-2527

www.alphaomegahh.com

Amada Senior Care 2850 McClelland Dr., Ste. 1900, FC 970-237-5747

www.amadaseniorcare.com/ northern-colorado-senior-care

Bayada Home Healthcare 5285 McWhinney Blvd., Ste. 140, LV 970-282-8500, www.bayada.com

Bloom at Home

915 Centre Ave., Ste. 2, FC 970-482-5096

www.columbinehealthservices. com/bloom-at-home

BrightStar Care

Serving Berthoud, FC, LV

Timnath, 970-667-7778 www.brightstarcare.com/fortcollins-loveland

Caring Companions—

Volunteers of America 405 Canyon Ave., FC 970-472-9630 x19 www.voacolorado.org/gethelpnorthernco-caringcompanions

Caring Senior Service Fort Collins 333 W. Drake Rd., Ste. 22, FC 970-672-1734, www.caring seniorservice.com/fort-collins

Eldercare Locator 800-677-1116

Family Care Connection 970-223-9026, www.familycare connection.com/elder-care

Good Samaritan Society—

Colorado Home Care: LV 970-579-8710

Services@Home: EP 970-800-4853

FC 970-999-0349

LV 970-579-8710

WS 970-680-9590

www.good-sam.com

Home Instead Senior Care Larimer & Weld 970-325-6053

www.homeinstead.com

Homewatch CareGivers of Northern Colorado

1220 W. Ash St., Ste C, WS 970-355-3372 www.homewatchcaregivers.com

HomeWell of Northern Colorado

3001 N. Taft Ave., Ste. 100 LV, 970-461-4799 www.homewellcares.com

Interim Health Care

2000 Vermont Dr., Ste. 100, FC 970-472-4180 www.interim healthcare.com/fortcollins

Maxim Healthcare Services 3665 JFK Pkwy., Ste. 330, FC 970-493-9300 www.maximhomecare.com

Right At Home

330 E. Mulberry St., FC 970-494-1111 www.rightathome.net

Senior Helpers

3101 Kintzley Ct., Unit J, Laporte

Seniors Helping Seniors

2290 E. Prospect Rd., Ste. 6, FC 970-631-8251 257 Johnstown Center Dr. Ste. 210, Johnstown 970-484-8445 www.seniorshelpingseniors.com

Visiting Angels

5441 Boeing Dr., Ste. 200, LV 877-618-4748 www.visitingangels.com

INDEPENDENT LIVING

Affinity at Fort Collins 4201 Corbett Dr., FC 970-236-7485 www.affinityforliving.com

Affinity at Loveland 3415 N. Lincoln Ave., LV 970-238-7907 www.affinityforliving.com

Good Samaritan Society—Bonell 706 23nd St., GR, 970-323-7677 www.good-sam.com/locations/ bonell-community

Good Samarian Society—

Estes Park Village

1901 Ptarmigan Tr., EP 970-800-4853 www.good-sam.com/locations/ estes-park-village

Good Samaritan Society—

Fort Collins Village 508 W. Trilby Rd., FC 970-323-7675, www.good-sam. com/locations/fort-collins-village

Good Samaritan Society—

Fox Run Senior Living 1720 60th Ave., GR 970-323-7680, www.good-sam. com/locations/fox-run-senior-living

Good Samaritan Society— Loveland Village

2101 S. Garfield Ave., LV 970-999-0336, www.good-sam. com/locations/loveland-village

Good Samaritan Society— Water Valley Senior Living Resort 805 Compassion Dr., WS

Grace Point

Senior Care Community

1919 68th Ave., GR, 970-304-1919 www.gracepointegreeley.com

Harvest Pointe

4895 Lucerne Ave., LV 970-622-9907, www.rhf.org/ location/harvest-pointe

Hillcrest of Loveland

535 N. Douglas Ave., LV 970-674-7120, www.mbksenior living.com/senior-living

Holiday Retirement— Greeley Place

1051 6th St., GR, 970-601-4089 www.holidaytouch.com

Holiday Retirement— Parkwood Estates

2201 S. Lemay Ave., FC 970-528-5810 www.holidaytouch.com

Holiday Retirement— Sugar Valley Estates

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MacKenzie Place

4750 Pleasant Oak Dr., FC 970-207-1939, www.leisurecare. com/our-communities/ mackenzie-place-fort-collins

Green House Homes—Mirasol

Senior Living

1153 Finch St., LV, 970-663-1300 www.mirasolseniorcommunity.com

Rigden Farm Senior Living 2350 Limon Dr., FC 970-698-9423 www.RigdenFarmSeniorLiving.com

Silvernest Home Sharing www.silvernest.com

Sunflower—A Gated Active Adult Community

865 Pleasure Dr., FC 970-893-8780 www.sunflowermhc.com

The Wexford

1515 W. 28th St., LV 970-667-1900 www.columbinehealth.com

The Windsor

1385 Main St., WS 970-460-5005 www.columbinehealth.com

The Winslow

909 Centre Ave., FC 970-492-6200 www.columbinehealth.com

The Worthington 900 Worthington Cir., FC 970-490-1000 www.columbinehealth.com

Village Cooperative of Fort Collins 3580 Stanford Rd., FC 970-223-3538 www.villagecooperative.com

Village Cooperative of Loveland 350 Arriba Ave., LV 970-669-5454 www.villagecooperative.com

SENIOR APARTMENTS

Big Thompson Manor I & II 224 and 230 Monroe St., LV 970-667-4195

Birchwood Manor Apartments 2830 W. 27th St. Ln., GR 970-330-6206

Broadview Apartments

2915 W. 8th St., GR 970-352-9305

CARE Housing

1303 W. Swallow Rd., FC 970-282-7522 www.carehousing.org

Century III Apartments

(Windsor Housing Authority) 1027 Walnut St., WS 970-667-3232, www.windsor housingauthority.org

The Remington (formerly DMA Plaza Apartments)

300 Remington St., FC 970-493-7727

Good Samaritan Society—Bonell

706 23nd St., GR, 970-323-7677 www.good-sam.com/locations/ bonell-community

Good Samarian Society— Estes Park Village 1901 Ptarmigan Tr., EP 970-800-4853, www.good-sam. com/locations/estes-park-village

Good Samaritan Society— Fort Collins Village 508 W. Trilby Rd., FC 970-323-7675, www.good-sam. com/locations/fort-collins-village

Good Samaritan Society— Fox Run Senior Living 1720 60th Ave., GR 970-323-7680 www.good-sam.com/locations/

Good Samaritan Society— Loveland Village 2101 S. Garfield Ave., LV 970-999-0336, www.good-sam. com/locations/loveland-village

Good Samaritan Society— Water Valley Senior Living Resort 805 Compassion Dr., WS 970-323-7723 www.good-sam.com/locations/ water-valley

Governor’s Farm Apartments 701 6th St., WS, 970-686-9650 www.governors-farmapartments.com

Greeley Manor Apartments 1000 13th St., GR 970-356-5489

Hamilton Park Apartments I & II 1406 N. 4th St., Berthoud 970-532-3725

Harvest Pointe

4895 Lucerne Ave., LV 970-622-9907, www.rhf.org/ location/harvest-pointe

Housing Catalyst

1715 W. Mountain Ave., FC 970-416-2910 www.housingcatalyst.com

Immaculata Plaza 530 10th Ave., GR, 970-356-0610

Island Grove Village Apartments (IGV) 119 14th Ave., GR, 970-356-2808 www.islandgrove.org/igv

Joe P. Martinez Gardens 1701 2nd St., GR, 970-356-2332 www.ccinvest.com/properties/ joe-p-martinez-gardensapartments

La Casa Rosa (Greeley/Weld Housing Authority) 1011 C St., GR, 970-353-7437 www.greeley-weldha.org

Loveland Housing Authority 375 W. 37th St., Ste. 200, LV 970-667-3232 www.lovelandhousing.org

Meeker Commons

Mutual Housing 505 9th Ave., GR, 970-378-9393 www.rockymountain communities.org

Oakbrook II Senior Community 3300 Stanford Rd., FC 970-223-1356

Reflections Senior Apartments 321 E. Troutman Pkwy., FC 970-225-3711 www.reflectionsseniorliving.com

Sanctuary Place Apartments 3732 Kunz Ct., FC, 970-225-2116 www.voacolorado.org/ housing_properties

University Plaza Apartments 1534 11th Ave., GR, 970-353-9275 www.universityplaza.net

Villa Fourteen 214 Birch Ave., Ault 970-834-1570 www.vintage-corp.com

Windsor Meadows Apartments (Windsor Housing Authority) 1500 Tipton Dr., WS 970-667-3232 www.windsorhousingauthority.org

Woodbridge Senior Apartments 1508 W. Elizabeth St., FC 970-472-1703 www.woodbridgeseniorapts.com

Woodside Village Apartments 146 E. 24th St., GR 970-356-5991 www.dominiumapartments.com

SKILLED NURSING FACILITIES

Berthoud Living Center 855 Franklin, Berthoud 970-532-2683

Centennial Healthcare Center 1637 29th Ave. Pl., GR 970-356-8181 www.savasenior care.com/ centennial-healthcare-center

Centre Avenue Health & Rehab Facility 815 Centre Ave., FC 970-494-2140, www.columbine healthfacilities.com/centreavenue-facility

Columbine Commons Health & Rehab Facility 1475 Main St., WS 970-449-5540, www.columbine healthfacilities.com/columbinecommons-facility/

Columbine West Health & Rehab Facility 940 Worthington Cir., FC 970-221-2273 www.columbinehealthfacilities. com/columbine-west-facility/

Fairacres Manor

1700 18th Ave., GR 970-353-3370 www.vivage.com/fairacres

Fort Collins Health Care Center

1000 S. Lemay Ave., FC 970-482-7925, www.savasenior care.com/fort-collins-healthcare-center

Garden Square at Spring Creek

1000 E. Stuart St., FC 970-482-5712, www.savasenior care.com/find-a-center/gardensquare-at-spring-creek

Golden Peaks Center

1005 E. Elizabeth St., FC 970-482-2525, www.genesis hcc.com/GoldenPeaks

Good Samaritan Society—Bonell

706 23nd St., GR, 970-323-7677 www.good-sam.com/locations/ bonell-community

Good Samaritan Society—

Fort Collins Village 508 W. Trilby Rd., FC 970-323-7675, www.good-sam. com/locations/fort-collins-village

Good Samaritan Society—

Loveland Village

2101 S. Garfield Ave., LV 970-999-0336, www.good-sam. com/locations/loveland-village

Grace Point

Senior Care Community

1919 68th Ave., GR, 970-304-1919 www.gracepointegreeley.com

Kenton Manor

850 27th Ave., GR 970-353-1018, www.savasenior care.com/KentonManor

Lemay Avenue Health & Rehab Facility

4824 S. Lemay Ave., FC 970-482-1584, www.columbine healthfacilities.com/lemayavenue-facility/

Life Care Center of Greeley 4800 W. 25th St., GR 970-330-6400 www.lifecarecenterofgreeley.com

North Shore Health & Rehab Facility

1365 W. 29th St., LV 970-667-6111 www.columbinehealthfacilities. com/north-shore-facility/

Sierra Vista Health Care Center

821 Duffield Ct., LV 970-669-0345 www.savaseniorcare.com/ sierra-vista-health-care-center

Spring Creek Healthcare Center

1000 E. Stuart St., FC 970-482-5712 www.savaseniorcare.com/ spring-creek-healthcare-center

Windsor Healthcare Center

710 3rd St., WS, 970-686-7474 www.savaseniorcare.com/ windsor-healthcare-center

SERVICES

FUNERAL SERVICES

Adamson Funeral & Cremation Services

2000 47th Ave., GR 970-235-2522 www.adamsonchapels.com

Allnutt Funeral Service

1302 Graves Ave., EP 970-335-9376

650 W. Drake Rd., FC 970-335-8213

6521 W. 20th St., GR 970-329-2786

2100 N. Lincoln Ave., LV 970-344-8959, www.allnutt.com

Bohlender Funeral Chapel

121 W. Olive St., FC 970-364-2536 www.bohlenderfuneralchapel.com

Goes Funeral Care and Crematory

3665 Canal Dr. Ste. E, FC 970-482-2221 www.goesfuneralcare.com

Resthaven

8426 S. Hwy. 287, FC 970-667-0202 www.dignitymemorial.com

Stoddard Funeral Home

3205 W. 28th St., GR 970-329-2753 www.dignitymemorial.com

Vessey Funeral Service

2649 E. Mulberry St. Ste. A-1 FC, 970-482-5065 www.vesseyfuneralservice.com

Viegut Funeral Home

1616 N. Lincoln Ave., LV 970-679-4669 www.viegutfuneralhome.com

GROCERY SHOPPING & MEAL DELIVERY

60+ Food Delivery Program 970-702-6413 www.weldgov.com/departments/ human_services/area_agency_ on_aging

Food Bank for Larimer County 5706 Wright Dr., LV, 970-493-4477 www.foodbanklarimer.org/ nutritious-kitchen

King Soopers Grocery Delivery www.kingsoopers.com

Meals on Wheels Fort Collins 970-484-6325 www.mealsonwheelsfc.org

Meals on Wheels Greeley 970-353-9738 www.mealsonwheelsgreeley.com

Meals on Wheels Loveland & Berthoud 970-667-0311 www.lovelandmealsonwheels.org

Safeway Grocery Delivery www.safeway.com/shop/lp/ delivery.html

Sprouts Grocery Delivery www.instacart.com/sprouts

Volunteers of America Northern Colorado 405 Canyon Ave., FC 970-472-9630 www.voacolorado.org

Weld Food Bank Senior Feeding Program 1108 H St., GR, 970-356-2199 www.weldfoodbank.org/seniorfeeding-program

HOME REMODELING

Johnson Custom Flooring & Design 2093 E. 11th St., Ste. 100, LV 970-663-1266 www.johnsoncustomflooring.com

LEGAL SERVICES

Beyers Law—Elder-Law Attorney

1419 W. 29th St., LV 970-669-1101 www.beyerslaw.com

Bordeaux & Boyes Estate

Planning

323 W. Drake Rd., Ste. 120, FC 970-488-2737 www.bordeauxandboyes.com

Peter W. Bullard, Elder Law

375 E. Horsetooth Rd., Bldg. 6 Ste. 101, FC, 970-223-5900 www.estate-planning-help.com

Colorado Legal Services

211 W. Magnolia St., FC 970-493-2891 912 8th Ave., GR, 970-353-7554 www.coloradolegalservices.org

Larimer County Bar Association Pro Bono Program 970-402-2075 www.larimerbar.org/pro-bono

C. Jan Lord, Elder-Law 1201 Lake Ave., Ste. A, Berthoud 970-532-4183 www.cjlordlaw.com

Sutherland & Connor, LLC, 1315 Oakridge Dr., Ste. 120, FC 970-224-9779 www.sutherland-connor.com

Wallace & Kling, P.C. 425 W. Mulberry St., Ste. 107, FC 970-221-5602 www.wallace-kling.com

MOVING ASSISTANCE

Kids Gloves, LLC LV, 970-449-2309 www.kidgloves.us

REAL ESTATE

The Group, Inc.

Deanna McCrery, SRES 970-222-9532

Carol Voorhis, SRES 970-481-9487

Lisa Hite, SRES 970-310-3133

Anna DiTorrice-Mull, SRES 970-631-2649

MUNICIPAL

SUPPORT

CITY & COUNTY SERVICES

Senior Access Points of Larimer County 970-498-7740 www.larimerseniors.org

Town of Berthoud 807 Mountain Ave., Berthoud 970-532-2643 www.berthoud.org

Town of Estes Park 170 MacGregor Ave., EP 970-586-5331, www.colorado. gov/townofestespark

City of Fort Collins www.fcgov.com/cityservices

City of Greeley 1000 10th St., GR, 970-350-9777 www.greeleygov.com

City of Loveland 500 E. 3rd St., LV 970-962-2000, www.lovgov.org

Town of Windsor 301 Walnut St., WS 970-674-2400 www.windsorgov.com

TRANSPORTATION

60+ Ride Weld County, 970-352-9348 www.60plusride.org

Berthoud Area Transportation Service (BATS) Berthoud, www.berthoud.org/ departments/berthoudarea-transportation-system-bats

City of Loveland Transit (COLT) 105 W. 5th St., LV 970-962-2700 www.cityofloveland.org/transit

Dial-A-Ride Paratransit / Dial-A-Taxi

FC, 970-224-6066 www.ridetransfort.com/routes/ dial-a-ride

Greeley-Evans Transit (GET) GR, 970-350-9290 www.greeleyevanstransit.com

Groome Transportation Airport Shuttle

4414 E. Harmony Rd., FC 970-226-5533 www.GroomeTransportation.com

Rural Alternative for Transportation (RAFT) Berthoud, 970-532-0808 https://berthoudraft.org

Senior Alternatives in Transportation (SAINT) FC, LV, 970-223-8604, www. saintvolunteertransportation.org

Super Shuttle Express 4414 E. Harmony Rd., FC 800-258-3826 www.supershuttle.com/dia

Transfort Fort Collins FC, 970-221-6620 www.ridetransfort.com

Uber www.uber.com

Via Mobility Services

Serving EP, 303-447-2848 www.viacolorado.org

Wellington Senior Resource Center 3800 Wilson Ave., Wellington 970-817-2293 www.townofwellington.com/171/ Senior-Resource-Center

zTrip www.ztrip.com

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Health DIRECTORY

CAREGIVING

ADULT DAYCARE & RESPITE CARE

CarePathways 877-521-9987 www.carepathways.com

Caring Senior Services

333 W. Drake Rd.Ste. 22, FC 970-672-1734, www.caring seniorservice.com/fort-collins

Columbine Health Systems www.columbinehealth.com

Elderhaus Adult Day Programs

6813 S. College Ave., FC 970-221-0406, www.elderhaus.org

Good Samaritan Society

EP, FC, GR, LV, WS 855-459-2884, www.good-sam.com

Homewatch CareGivers of Northern Colorado 223 Aspen Grove Way, Severance, 970-305-3256 1220 W. Ash St., WS 970-355-3372 www.seniorhelpers.com

Senior Helpers

3101 Kintzley Ct., Unit J, Laporte 970-821-9408 1051 6th St., GR, 970-344-9486 www.seniorhelpers.com

Visiting Angels Serving Northern CO 800-365-4189 www.bannerhealth.com

CARE MANAGEMENT

Larimer County Office on Aging Services 1501 Blue Spruce Dr., FC 970-498-7750 www.larimer.org/seniors

Catholic Charities

Larimer County Senior Care Services 460 Linden Center Dr., FC 970-484-5010, www.ccdenver. org/senior-services/larimer-county

Weld County Senior Care with A Purpose 1442 N. 11th Ave., GR 970-353-6433, www.ccdenver. org/senior-services/weld-county

Connections for Independent Living 1331 8th Ave., GR 970-352-8682, www.connections forindependentliving.org

Disabled Resource Services

1017 Robertson St., Unit B, FC 970-482-2700

2154 W. Eisenhower Blvd., Unit 5 LV, 970-667-0816 www.disabledresourceservices.org

UCHealth Cancer Care & Hematology www.uchealth.org/locations

ELDER ABUSE

AARP ElderWatch Colorado 800-222-4444, Option 2 www.aarp.org/money/scamsfraud/elderwatch

Adult Protective Services (APS)

Larimer County

2555 Midpoint Dr., Ste. F, FC 970-498-7770 (24/7 Hotline) www.larimer.org/humanservices/ aging/adult-protective-services

Alternatives to Violence

541 E. 8th St., LV, 970-669-5150 (connects to 24/7 Hotline) www.alternativestoviolence.org

Crossroads Safehouse

FC, 24/7 Hotline/Info: 970-482-3502 www.crossroadssafehouse.org

Weld County Adult Protective Services (APS)

315 N. 11th Ave., Bldg. C, GR 970-400-6950 970 -346-7676 Hotline www.weldgov.com/Government/ Departments/Human-Services/ Area-Agency-on-Aging-AAA/ Adult-Protection

SAVA (Sexual Assault Victim Advocate)

4812 S. College Ave., FC 970-472-4204

921 38th Ave. Ct., GR 970-506-4059

1570 W. 1st St., LV, 970-775-2962

24/7 Rape Crisis Hotline: 970-472-4200 www.savacenter.org

HOME HEALTH SUPPORT

Ability Home Health Care 138 E. 4th St., Ste. 3, LV 970-658-6509

www.abilityhomehc.com

AccentCare Home Health 4065 St. Cloud, Ste. 200, LV 970-346-9700 www.accentcare.com

Alpha Omega Home Health Care 970-266-2527 www.alphaomegahh.com

Aveanna Healthcare (formerly Evergreen Home Healthcare) 301 N. Howes St., Ste. 110, FC 970-416-6481

5200Hahns Peak Ste 210, LV 970-530-0210, www.aveanna.com

Banner Health Home Care www.bannerhealth.com/services/ home-care

Bayada Home Healthcare

5285 McWhinney Blvd., Ste. 140 LV, 970-282-8500 www.bayada.com

BrightStar Care

3880 N. Grant Ave., Ste. 180, LV 970-667-7778, www.bright starcare.com/fort-collins-loveland

Canyon Home Care & Hospice

4850 Hahn’s Peak Dr., Suite 100 LV,970-330-5655 www.canyonhomecare.com

CarePathways 877-521-9987 www.carepathways.com

Caring Hearts Home Health Care 6801 W. 20th St., Ste. 207, GR 970-378-1409 www.caringheartshh.com

Columbine Poudre Home Care 915 Centre Ave., Ste 2., FC 970-482-5096, www.columbine healthservices.com/columbinepoudre-home-care

Encompass Home Health of Colorado

2171 Citrine Ct., LV 970-493-8500 www.encompasshealth.com/ locations/lovelandhomehealth

Good Samaritan Society— Colorado Home Care LV 635-2970 Services@Home: EP 577-7700 FC 658-4286 LV 624-5468 WS 674-5520 www.good-sam.com

Homewatch CareGivers of Northern Colorado

1220 W. Ash St., Ste. C, WS 970-355-3372 www.homewatchcaregivers.com

Interim Health Care

2000 Vermont Dr., Ste. 100, FC 970-472-4180, www.interim healthcare.com/fortcollins

Maxim Healthcare Services

3665 JFK Pkwy., Ste. 330, FC 970-493-9300, www.maxim healthcare.com/home-healthcare

Right At Home

330 E. Mulberry St., FC, 970-494-1111 www.rightathome.net

Senior Helpers

3101 Kintzley Ct., Unit J, Laporte 970-821-9408

1051 6th St., GR, 970-344-9486 www.seniorhelpers.com

HOSPICE CARE

Banner Hospice

5628 W. 19th St., Ste. 2, GR 970-352-8487, www.banner health.com/services/hospice

Canyon Home Care & Hospice

4850 Hahn’s Peak Dr., Ste. 100, LV 970-330-5655 www.canyonhomecare.com

Pathways

305 Carpenter Rd., FC 970-663-3500

4075 W. 11th St., GR 970-356-4090

2000 N. Boise Ave., LV 970-820-6062 www.pathways-care.org

HEALTHCARE

ACUPUNCTURE

Goldstone Acupuncture & Whole Health

300 Boardwalk Dr., Bldg. 6A FC, 970-227-1906, www. goldstoneacupuncture.com

Scott Family Health

4038 S. Timberline St., Ste. 120 FC, 1491 N. Denver Ave.,#101, LV 970-663-2225, www.scottchiro.com

Traditional Chinese Medical Clinic 700 W. Mountain Ave., FC

1018 Centre Ave., FC 970-416-0444, www.tcmclinic.org

Wisdom Ways Acupuncture

2601 S. Lemay Ave., Unit 25, FC 970-227-3077, www.wisdom waysacupuncture.com

ALLERGY

Allergy Partners

555 Prospect Ave., EP, 221-2370

2121 E. Harmony Rd., Ste. 290, FC 970-221-2370

6801 W. 20th St., Ste. 202, GR 970-330-5391 www.allergypartners.com

Banner Health Clinic: Allergy Care

2923 Ginnala Dr., LV 970-820-6660

608 E. Harmony Rd. Ste. 101, FC 970-498-9226, www.banner health.com/services/allergy

Colorado Allergy and Asthma Centers

2014 Caribou Dr., Ste. 200, FC 970-221-1681

3400 W. 16th St., Bldg. 5, Unit Y GR, 970-356-3907 www.coloradoallergy.com

CANCER

American Cancer Society

8221 W. 20th St., Ste. A, GR 970-356-9727, www.cancer.org

Banner Health Clinic: Cancer Care 2050 N. Boise Ave., LV 970-820-5900, www. bannerhealth.com/locations/ loveland/banner-health-clinicboise-cancer

UCHealth Cancer Care 555 Prospect Ave., EP 970-237-7700 2121 E. Harmony Rd., FC 970-237-7700

6767 W. 29th St., GR 970-652-2780 2500 Rocky Mountain Ave., LV 970-237-7700, www.uchealth.org

CBD

Canna World Market 270 E. 29th St., LV 970-617-2996 http://Cbdloveland.com

Cornerstone Botanicals 970-239-3374 www.cornerstonebotanicals.com

Plenty Wellness

2677 N. Taft Ave., LV 970-305-4702 www.plentywellness.com

CHIROPRACTIC &

MASSAGE

Academy of Natural Therapy 631 8th Ave., GR, 970-352-1181 www.natural-therapy.com

Family & Sport Chiropractic 1035 Robertson St., FC 970-224-2282 www.drmontywilburndc.com

Impact Chiropractic

1730 S. College Ave., Ste. 100, FC

1661 Rocky Mountain Ave. Ste. 302, LV, 970-223-5501 www.impact-chiropractic.com

Hand Chiropractic

1630 S. Lemay Ave., Ste. 4, FC 970-221-9300, www.handchiro.org

Pivotal Wellness

2451 S. College Ave., Ste. 3, FC 970-290-9589 2625 Redwing Dr., Ste. 270 970-420-5565 www.pivotalwellness.com

Scott Family Health

4038 S. Timberline St., Ste. 120, FC 1491 N. Denver Ave., Ste.101, LV 970-663-2225 www.scottchiro.com

Weld Family Clinic of Chiropractic 1713 61st Ave., Ste. 102, GR 970-356-5255 www.weldfamilyclinic.com

DENTAL

Alpine Dental Health

1015 S. Taft Hill Rd., FC 970-482-6034

718 S. College Ave., FC 970-484-5297 (Interim during construction: 950 S. Taft Hill Rd.) 1136 E. Stuart St., Bldg. 3 Ste. 3140, FC, 970-482-1520 www.alpinedentalhealth.com

Aronson Family Dental 4027 Boardwalk Dr., FC 970-472-0488 www.aronsonfamilydental.com

BenchMark Dental 1555 Main St., Ste. A-2, WS 970-460-4871 www.BenchMarkDentalCare.com

Family Dental Clinic–Health District of Northern Larimer County 202 Bristlecone Dr., FC 970-416-5331, www.healthdistrict. org/services/family-dental-clinic Front Range Dentures & Prosthodontics

1006 Robertson St., Ste. 210, FC 970-493-9001

Greeley Dental Care

1813 61st Ave., Ste. 210, GR 970-352-4242 www.GreeleyDentalCare.com

Loveland Dentistry and Dentures

274 E. 29th St., LV 970-744-2345

Northern Colorado Periodontics

4033 Boardwalk Dr., Ste. 100, FC 970-672-4708

3400 W. 16th St., Ste. 5X, GR 970-800-2269, www.nocoperio.com

Perfect Teeth

1856 N. College Ave., Ste. 110, FC 970-484-0080

902 14th St., GR, 970-392-0152

1685 Rocky Mountain Ave. Ste. 400, LV, 970-667-2121

3400 W. Eisenhower Blvd., LV 970-669-2853 www.perfectteeth.com

Poudre Valley Family Dental

2032 Lowe St., Ste. 100, FC 970-221-3020, www.poudre valleyfamilydental.com

Reynolds Oral & Facial Surgery

3520 E. 15th St., Ste. 102, LV 7251 W. 20th St., Bldg. P, GR 970-663-6878 www.reynoldsoralfacial.com

Vinna C. Norris, DDS

1221 E. Elizabeth St., Ste. 2, FC 970-221-1400 www.dentistsfortcollins.com

Wells & Abrames Dental

702 W. Drake Rd., Bldg. G, FC 970-493-9299 www.wellsabramesdental.com

Zimmer Family Dentistry

1343 E. Prospect Rd., D1, FC 970-221-4500 www.zimmerfamilydentistry.com

FOOT & ANKLE CARE

A Step Ahead Foot & Ankle Center

2001 S. Shields, Bldg. F, FC 970-343-4217

3880 N. Grant Ave. Ste. 140, LV 970-667-0769, www.asafoot.com

Anderson Podiatry Center

1355 Riverside Ave., Ste. C, FC 970-329-8084 www.andersonpodiatrycenter.com

GERIATRIC CARE

UCHealth Internal Medicine

221 E. 29th St., Ste. 102, LV

2500 Rocky Mountain Ave. North Ste. 200, 970-203-7050 www.uchealth.org/services/ senior-care

GYNECOLOGY

OB/GYN Associates

1900 N. Boise Ave., Ste. 300, LV 970-820-2009 www.bannerhealth.com

Women’s Clinic of Northern Colorado

1107 S. Lemay Ave., Ste. 300, FC

2500 Rocky Mountain Ave., North Bldg. Ste. 150, LV 970-680-1019 www.womensclinicnoco.com

HEALTH CLINICS & HOSPITALS

Arktos Direct Care 3938 JFK Pkwy., FC 970-818-2280 www.arktosdirectcare.com

Banner Health Clinics

Locations throughout northern Colorado. www.bannerhealth.com

Centura Health—

Primary Care Berthoud 549 Mountain Ave., Berthoud 970-532-4644, www.centura.org

Greeley Medical Center 6767 W. 29th St., GR www.uchealth.org

Kaiser Permanente Medical Clinics Locations throughout northern Colorado, 970-207-7171 www.kaiserpermanente.org

McKee Medical Center 2000 N. Boise Ave., LV 970-820-4640 www.bannerhealth.com

Medical Center of the Rockies— UCHealth 2500 Rocky Mountain Ave., LV 970-624-2500, www.uchealth.org

North Colorado Medical Center 1801 16th St., GR, 970-810-4121 www.bannerhealth.com

Poudre Valley Hospital—UCHealth

1024 S. Lemay Ave., FC 970-495-7000, www.uchealth.org

Salud Family Health Centers 1635 Blue Spruce Dr., Ste. 101, FC 970-484-0999, www.saludclinic.org

Sage Holistic Health 1136 N. Lincoln Ave., LV 970-667-7071 www.sageholistichealth.com

Sunrise Health Centers 12 locations in GR, EV, LV plus mobile outreach van. 970-353-9403 www.sunrisecommunityhealth.org

Traditional Chinese Medical Clinic 700 W. Mountain Ave., FC 1018 Centre Ave., FC 970-416-0444 www.tcmclinic.org

UCHealth Family Medicine Center 1025 Pennock Pl., FC 970-495-8800, www.uchealth.org

VA Medical Clinic 2509 Research Blvd., FC 970-224-1550

5200 Hahns Peak Dr., LV 970-962-4900

Mental Health 307-778-7349 www.va.gov

UCHealth Medical Clinics Locations throughout northern Colorado. 970-495-7000 www.uchealth.org

HEALTH INSURANCE

Kaiser Permanente Medicare 855-832-0353, www.kp.org/ask-co

Larimer Health Connect 144 N. Mason St., Unit 7, FC 120 Bristlecone Dr., FC 1511 E. 11th St., LV, 970-472-0444 www.larimerhealthconnect.org

North Colorado Health Alliance 2930 11th Ave., EV, 970-350-4673 1010 A St., GR, 970-301-4426 302 3rd St. SE #150, LV 970-292-1533, www.north coloradohealthalliance.org

Rocky Mountain Health Plans 970-243-7050 or 800-346-4643 www.rmhp.org

HEARING

Advanced Hearing Services

2001 S. Shields St., Bldg. J-2, FC 970-221-5249 www.advancedhearing.net

Hearing Life

4675 W. 20th St.,Unit A., GR 970-475-6287

909 E. Eisenhower Blvd. Ste. 101, LV, 970-744-2605 www.hearinglife.com

Hearing Rehab Center

1030 Centre Dr., Ste. A, FC 970-482-5700

2018 35th Ave., Unit A, GR 970-330-7374

2980 Ginnala Dr., Ste. 102, LV 970-593-9700 www.hearingrehabcenter.com

NuEar Hearing Center

2531 S. Shields St., FC 970-999-9505 www.FortCollinsNuEar.com

HEART CARE

CardioVascular Institute of Northern Colorado—Banner Health

1800 15th St., Ste. 310, GR 970-810-0900

1900 N. Boise Ave., Ste. 200, LV 970-820-2400 www.bannerhealth.com

UCHealth Heart and Vascular Care 555 Prospect Ave., EP 970-577-4478

2121 E. Harmony Rd., Ste. 100, FC 970-221-1000

1024 S. Lemay Ave., FC 970-495-7000

6767 W. 29th St., GR, 970-652-2000

2500 Rocky Mountain Ave., Ste. 100 970-221-1000, www.uchealth.org

HOSPITALS & MEDICAL CENTERS

McKee Medical Center

2000 Boise Ave., LV 970-820-4640, www.banner health.com/locations/ loveland/mckee-medical-center

Medical Center of the Rockies

2500 Rocky Mountain Ave., LV 970-624-2500, www.uchealth.org

Northern Colorado Medical Center

1801 16th St., GR 970-810-4121 www.bannerhealth.com

Peakview Medical Center

5881 16th St., GR, 970-313-2700 www.uchealth.org

Poudre Valley Hospital

1024 S. Lemay Ave., FC 970-495-7000, www.uchealth.org

INFORMATION & HEALTH PROMOTION

Alzheimer’s Association

415 Peterson St., FC 970-493-1571

918 13th St., Ste. 1, GR 970-346-9025 24/7 Helpline: 800-272-3900 www.alz.org/co

Grand Family Coalition, Inc. 970-699-2837 www.grandfamilycoalition.org

Grandparents Support Groups in Northern Colorado http://grg.colostate.edu/supportgroups.php

Health District of Northern Larimer County 120 Bristlecone Dr., FC 970-224-5209 www.healthdistrict.org

Larimer County Office on Aging 1501 Blue Spruce, FC 970-498-7750 www.larimer.org/seniors

The Seasons Club

McKee Medical Center

2000 N. Boise Ave., LV 970-820-4097, https:// senioraccesslarimer.colostate. edu/seasons-club/

Senior Living Advisors of Colorado LV, 970-541-4592 www.slacolo.com

UCHealth Aspen Club/Senior Services

1025 Garfield St., Ste. A, FC 970-495-8560

2500 Rocky Mountain Ave., LV 970-624-1860

6767 W. 29th St., GR 970-652-2796 www.uchealth.org/services/ community-health/aspen-club

Weld County Area Agency on Aging 315 N. 11th Ave., Bldg. C, GR 400-6950, www.weldgov.com/ Government/Departments/ Human-Services/Area-Agencyon-Aging-AAA

INFUSION THERAPY

Banner Health Infusion Therapy 1801 16th St., GR www.bannerhealth.com/services/ infusion-therapy

Poudre Infusion Therapy

151 W. Lake St., Ste. 1500, FC 915 Centre Ave., Ste. 3, FC 1683 Main St., WS 970-494-2130 www.columbinehealthservices. com/poudre-infusion-therapy

MEDICAL EQUIPMENT & SUPPLIES

Apria Health Care 420 W. 67th St., LV 970-663-0500, www.apria.com

Banner Home Medical Equipment 1990 59th Ave. Ste. 300, GR 970-810-6420 www.bannerhealth.com

Columbine Medical Equipment 802 W. Drake Rd., Ste. 123, FC 970-221-1453 1525 Main St., Ste. B-1B, WS 970-460-9205, www.columbine healthservices.com/columbinemedical-equipment/

Disabled Resource Services

1017 Robertson St., Unit B, FC 970-482-2700 21154 W. Eisenhower Blvd., Unit 5, LV, 970-667-0816 www.disabledresourceservices.org

Frontier Access and Mobility

819 E. Mulberry St., FC 970-223-8267 www.FrontierAccess.com

Lincare

4812 McMurray Ave., Ste. 190, FC 970-482-8114, www.lincare.com

Major Medical (Aerocare) 1420 Riverside Ave., Ste. 108, FC 970-484-6616

3640 W. 10th St., GR 970-584-1020 2500 Rocky Mountain Ave., Ste. 320, LV, 970-669-6800 www.aerocareusa.com

Mobility and More 493 N. Denver Ave., LV 970-461-8400, www.mymobility.biz

RCC Medical Supply 3109 35th Ave., Bldg. H-103 970-356-9078, www.rccmed.net

Roth Medical 225 N. Lemay Ave., Ste. 3, FC 970-224-2828

Good Health Will 2003 W. 8th St., LV 970-624-6002 2393 W. 27th St., Ste. 528, GR 970-515-6935 www.goodhealthwill.org

MENTAL HEALTH & COUNSELING

Aging Clinic of the Rockies at CSU Columbine Health Systems Center for Healthy Aging 151 W. Lake St., Ste. 1400, FC 970-491-6795, www.psychology. colostate.edu/acor

Alliance for Suicide Prevention of Larimer County 525 W. Oak St., Ste. B10, FC 970-482-2209 www.allianceforsuicideprevention.org

Connections 425 W. Mulberry St., FC 970-221-5551 www.healthdistrict.org/services/ connections-adult-services

LifeStance Health (formerly Heart Centered Counseling) FC, GR, LV, 970-310-3406 www.heartcenteredcounselors.com

North Range Behavioral Health

Crisis Support Services

Multiple locations in GR, WS Frederick, 970-347-2120

Crisis Hotline: 844-493-8255 www.northrange.org

Murphy Center for Hope

242 Conifer St., FC 970-494-9940, www.homeward alliance.org/murphy-center

Spirit Crossing Clubhouse

1148 E. Elizabeth St., FC 970-786-2002 www.summitstonehealth.org/ spirit-crossing-clubhouse

VA Medical Clinic

2509 Research Blvd., FC 970-224-1550

5200 Hahns Peak Dr., LV 970-962-4900

Mental Health 307-778-7349 www.va.gov

Walk-In Crisis Center

1217 Riverside Ave., FC 24-Hour Access: 970-494-4200 www.summitstonehealth.org/ services/crisis-services

NEUROLOGY

Advanced Neurology of Colorado

2121 E. Harmony Rd. Ste. 180 FC, 970-226-6111 www.advancedneurology.com

Banner Health —Neurology

702A W. Drake Rd., FC 970-821-4600

4700 Lady Moon Dr., FC 970-821-4500

1801 16th St., GR 970-810-5612

2410 W. 16th St., GR 970-810-4121

2000 Boise Ave., LV 970-820-4640

1813 Cheyenne Ave., LV 970-810-4676, www.banner health.com/services/neurology

UCHealth Neurology Clinic

2315 E. Harmony Rd., Ste. 110 FC 970-482-4373

6767 29th St., 3rd Floor, GR 970-482-4373

2695 Rocky Mountain Ave. Ste. 200, LV, 970-667-7664 www.uchealth.org

NUTRITION

Catholic Charities—Samaritan House 460 Linden Center Dr., FC 970-484-5010, www.ccdenver.org/ larimer-county-services

Food Bank for Larimer County FC, LV, 970-493-4477 www.foodbanklarimer.org/ nutritious-kitchen

Food Assistance (Larimer SNAP) 1601 Brodie Ave., EP 1501 Blue Spruce Dr., FC 200 Peridot Ave., LV 970-498-6300, www.larimer. org/humanservices/publicbenefits/food-assistance-snap

Fort Collins Rescue Mission 316 Jefferson St., FC 970-224-4302, www.fortcollins rescuemission.org

House of Neighborly Service 375 Meadowlark Dr., Berthoud 970-532-0161

1511 E. 11th St., Ste. 100, LV 970-667-4939 www.honservice.org

Meals on Wheels Fort Collins 970-484-6325 www.mealsonwheelsfc.org

Meals on Wheels Greeley 970-353-9738 www.mealsonwheelsgreeley.com

Meals on Wheels Loveland & Berthoud 970-667-0311 www.lovelandmealsonwheels.org

Salvation Army 3901 S. Mason St., FC 970-207-4472 www.fortcollins.salvationarmy.org

Senior Nutrition Program with Volunteers of America 405 Canyon Ave., FC 970-472-9630 www.voacolorado.org

TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly)

FC, GR, LV, Berthoud 800-932-8677, www.tops.org

Weld County Senior Nutrition (Friendly Fork)

Multiple locations, 970-400-6132 https://www.weldgov.com/ Government/Departments/ Human-Services/Area-Agency-onAging-AAA/Friendly-Fork

Weld Food Bank Senior Feeding Program

1108 H St., GR, 970-356-2199 www.weldfoodbank.org/seniorfeeding-program

ORTHOPEDIC & SPINE CARE

Front Range Center for Brain & Spine Surgery

1313 Riverside Ave., FC 970-493-1292 www.brain-spine.com

Orthopaedic & Spine Center of the Rockies (OCR)

2500 E. Prospect Rd., FC 970-493-0112

1900 16th St. 3rd floor, GR 970-573-3224

3470 E. 15th St., LV, 970-663-3975 www.orthohealth.com

OsteoStrong

3506 W. 10th St., GR 970-301-4959 www.osteostrong.me

Spine Correction Center of the Rockies

2244 E. Harmony Rd., #110, FC 970-658-5115 www.spinecorrectioncenter.com

PAIN MANAGEMENT

Colorado Clinic

7251 W. 20th St., Bldg. N, Ste. 1 GR, 970-710-3551 3810 N. Grant Ave., LV 970-707-5257 www.coloradoclinic.com

UCHealth Pain Management Clinic 555 Prospect Ave., EP 3744 S. Timberline Rd., Ste. 102, FC 1605 Fox Trail Dr., Ste. 100, LV 970-495-0506

2500 Rocky Mountain Ave., North Bldg., Ste. 2200, 970-203-7190 www.uchealth.org/locations/ uchealth-pain-managementclinic-fort-collins

PERSONAL ALERT

SYSTEMS

Banner Lifeline

LV, 970-820-3066 GR, 970-810-4743 www.bannerhealth.com/ services/home-care/programs/ banner-lifeline

VRI 800-860-4230 http://www.vricares.com/ caringsolutions

LifeFone 800-882-2280 www.lifefone.com

Life Station 844-276-7314 www.lifestation.com

Philips Lifeline 855-681-5351 www.lifelinesys.com

PHYSICAL THERAPY

Berkana Rehabilitation Institute 2001 S. Shields St., Bldg. A Ste. 1, FC 970-797-2431 www.berkanarehab.com

Colorado in Motion 210 W. Magnolia St., Ste. 110, FC 115 E. Harmony Rd., Ste. 160, FC 3744 Timberline Rd., Ste. 103, FC 2021 Battlecreek Dr., Unit A, FC 970-221-1201 1901 56h Ave., Ste. 110, GR 970-451-5776 4435 Ronald Reagan Blvd. Johnstown, 970-669-7303 1555 Main St. A 4/5, WS 970-674-9675 www.coloradoinmotion.com

Front Range Therapy 802 W. Drake Rd., Ste. #133A, FC 970-494-6449 www.columbinehealthservices. com/front-range-therapy

Scott Family Health 4038 S. Timberline St. Ste. 120, FC 1491 N. Denver Ave., Ste. 101, LV 970-663-2225 www.scottchiro.com

PRESCRIPTION ASSISTANCE

Catholic Charities

Samaritan House Fort Collins 460 Linden Center Dr., FC 970-484-5010 www.ccdenver.org/larimercounty-services

House of Neighborly Service 375 Meadowlark Dr., Berthoud 970-532-0161 1511 E. 11th St., LV 970-667-4939 www.honservice.org

Needy Meds 800-503-6897 www.needymeds.org

Health District of Northern Larimer County 120 Bristlecone Dr., FC 970-416-6519 www.healthdistrict.org/ prescription-assistance

VA Assistance Program 800-698-2411 www.va.gov

REHABILITATION SERVICES

Berkana Rehabilitation Institute 2001 S. Shields St., Bldg. A Ste. 1, FC, 970-797-2431 www.berkanarehab.com

The Center at Rock Creek 4880 Ziegler Rd., FC 970-223-4376 www.centeratrockcreek.com

Life Care Center of Greeley 4800 W. 25th St., GR 970-330-6400, www.lcca.com

SMOKING CESSATION

Health District of Northern Larimer County 120 Bristlecone Dr., FC 970-224-5209 www.healthdistrict.org/services/ quit-smoking

Larimer County Tobacco Prevention www.larimer.org/tobacco Tobacco-Free Coalition of Weld County www.tfcweldcounty.com

SPECIALTY CARE

Arktos Direct Care—PRP for Hair Loss

3938 JFK Pkwy., FC 970-818-2280 www.arktosdirectcare.com

Colorado Ultraslim

702 E. Drake Rd., F-A, FC 970-300-2856

Premier Skin Clinic

1603 Oakridge Dr., Ste. 200, FC 970-221-1285 www.premierskinclinic.com

Total Vein Care

1136 E. Stuart St., Ste. 4102, FC 970-614-5110 www.totalvein.net

SPORTS MEDICINE

Colorado Clinic

7251 W. 20th St., Bldg. N, Ste. 1 GR, 970-710-3551

3810 N. Grant Ave., LV 970-707-5257 www.coloradoclinic.com

SURGERY

UCHealth Surgical Clinics

2121 E. Harmony Rd., Bldg. A-1, Ste. 330, FC

2500 Rocky Mountain Ave. Ste. 2200, LV 970-221-5878

5881 W. 16th St., GR 970-356-2426, www.uchealth.org

URGENT CARE

Associates in Family Medicine

Urgent Care

CSU, 151 W. Lake St., Ste. 1500 FC, 970-293-3876

3519 Richmond Dr., FC 970-682-7981

1683 Main St., WS, 970-545-7209 www.afmfc.com

Banner Urgent Care

3617 S. College Ave., Ste. C, FC 970-821-1500

2015 35th Ave., GR, 970-810-4155

2555 E. 13th St., Ste. 110, LV 970-820-4264, https://urgentcare. bannerhealth.com

Concentra Urgent Care

620 S. Lemay Ave., FC 970-221-5811 www.concentra.com

UCHealth Urgent Care

2127 E. Harmony Rd., Ste. 140 FC, 970-297-6250

1900 16th St., GR, 970-652-2454

3850 N. Grant Ave., Ste. 200, LV 970-624-5150, www.uchealth.org

VISION

Eye Center of Northern Colorado

1725 E. Prospect Rd., FC

3151 Precision Dr., FC 1701 61st Ave., GR 2555 13th St. Ste. 225, LV 6125 Sky Pond Dr., LV 970-221-2222 www.eyecenternoco.com

Kirk Eye Center

3650 E. 15th St., LV 970-669-1107 www.kirkeyecenter.com

See Life Family Vision Source

2867 35th Ave., GR

970-346-1411

2108 35th Ave., GR 970-356-0100 www.seelifevision.com

The Eyes Have It

102 W. Mountain Ave., FC 970-407-0665 www.theeyeshaveitfc.com

Windsor Eye Care & Vision Center

515 Main St., WS, 970-460-0154 www.windsorvisionsource.com

Giving Back

Linda L. Osmundson

Giving back from experience

FACING THE SYMPTOMS AND

her mother’s unexpected Alzheimer’s diagnosis, Cynthia Jensen contacted Dementia Together’s founder, Cyndy Lusinski. Cynthia was stressed, frustrated and had no idea how to begin caring for her mother. Luzinski’s quiet demeanor calmed Cynthia and guaranteed her that she wasn’t alone in her and her mother’s dementia journey.

Eventually, Cynthia learned about the Contented Dementia program Luzinski promotes and felt Dementia Together a deserving place to donate her time. Cynthia has served on the board for approximately six years. Once the organization developed a free meal drop plan for dementia families, Cynthia volunteered to coordinate the program.

Cynthia plans and purchases meals from, preferably, family-owned restaurants. She helps distribute the meals between ten or so drivers, including herself and her husband Terry. Invariably, the restaurant owners have a family member or know of someone with dementia and offer a discount on meals to the organization.

“I was asked if I wanted to JUST drop off the meals or stay and visit,” says Cynthia. She understood the isolation and loneliness of those navigating the dementia journey. “I chose to visit. I start a conversation and then sit back and listen as people talk.” They seldom have anyone to talk to other than their loved one, many of whom can no longer carry on a conversation.

Terry says, “We are Dementia Together’s servants. We do the smaller jobs so the leaders can do the bigger jobs for which they are trained.” Terry explains he nor Cynthia are teachers. They haven’t the skills to carry out the organization’s programs. “Luzinski

and her partners don’t need to plan, pick up and drop off meals. We can do those things.”

Not only do the Jensen’s do the meal drops, but they also allow Dementia Together free use of their basement for office space and storage. “We had six children,” says Terry. “Our house is big and mostly unused. The office is only occupied Monday mornings two to three weeks out of a month.”

Terry also plays pool with dementia patients. “We don’t play by any rules. It doesn’t matter,” says Terry, “as long as they enjoy the outing. We visit Sports Emporium every Friday when dementia

patients play free from 12-1:30pm.”

In the past, Cynthia drove for Senior Alternative IN Transportation (Saints). She enjoyed getting to know her clients as she took them to facilities to visit spouses, the grocery store or beauty shop.

Cynthia and Terry Jensen promote the organization to anyone they meet, including some police officers who noticed the Dementia Together sign on the back of Terry’s truck. They passionately give back to the dementia community and teach dementia families they are not alone in their dementia journey.