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May/June 2017 | Volume 30 | Issue 3

Age out loud! The Administration on Aging is pleased to announce Age Out Loud as the theme for this year’s Older Americans Month (May). It is intended to give aging a new voice—one that reflects what today’s older adults have to say about aging. This theme challenges us to reduce the stereotypes of aging—some of which we perpetuate ourselves—while showing that the later years can be just as productive, meaningful and purposeful as our primary working years.

It also gives us an opportunity to shine a light on many important issues and trends. More than ever before, older Americans are working longer, trying new things and engaging in their communities. They’re taking charge, striving for wellness, focusing on independence and advocating for themselves and

others. They expect to continue to live their lives to the fullest and insist on changes that make it possible. It’s time to recognize and celebrate what getting older looks like today. Our ability to live longer, healthier lives is one of our greatest achievements.

Let us hear from you.What does “age out loud” mean to you?Do you or someone you know fit this new vision of aging?Please share your Age Out Loud stories with us at uchealth.org/aspenclub.

We leave you with this quote, one you may have already seen or heard, but it fits the theme so well. “Life should not be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in an attractive and well-preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, chocolate in one hand, champagne in the other, body thoroughly used up, totally worn out and screaming ‘WOO HOO! What a ride!’”

CelebrateWorld Laughter Day with the Aspen Club. 2–3:30 p.m.Saturday, May 6 PVH outdoor courtyard, right outside the cafeteria, lower level.

Exercise your freedom to laugh by joining people around the world in over 65 countries to celebrate World Laughter Day together in May. The Aspen Club is joining this movement because we know laughter is an interactive body/mind practice that is designed to improve physical, mental and social well-being. Choosing laughter allows us to change our inner and outer world in a peaceful and positive way.

Won’t you join us to spread the gift of laughter?

Light snacks and merriment networking to follow. Registration is required.

Jill Taylor, UCHealth Aspen Club Supervisor

From the Aspen Club office.Was 59 year old Satchel Paige aging out loud when he became the oldest major league baseball player? How about 72 year old Margaret Ringenberg when she flew around the world, or 77 year old John Glenn when he became the oldest person to go into space?

These people, along with many of you, continue to prove that when you tap into your mind, talents and creativity, age is just a number—the possibilities are endless.

Please look thoroughly through this newsletter so we can “age out loud” together. Happy springtime to you all—aren’t we lucky to live in Colorado?

Health, happiness and good humor to you!

Jill Taylor,UCHealth Senior ServicesAspen Club Supervisor

Greetings, wonderful members!

What do enjoying World Laughter Day, writing to capture your memories, learning how to live with diabetes, stroke prevention and protecting your back so your garden can flourish have in common? Well, it’s just another issue of the many wonderful learning opportunities the Aspen Club offers in communities throughout northern Colorado. This newsletter is packed with something for everyone.

You’ll note the article on the front page is titled Age out loud! This could be interpreted many ways. A lot of it goes back to having a positive attitude. Having a positive attitude can impact mental health and physical functioning, including the ability to fight disease and infection. Attitude can also affect relationships and social networks and can help make success in life more likely. The bottom line: being more positive across the lifespan causes less stress and enables people to live healthier, happier lives. It gives you more opportunities to “age out loud!”

Aspen ClubMonday-Friday:8 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Closed on all major holidays.

Fort Collins1025 Garfield St., Suite A Just west ofPoudre Valley Hospital(Note: mailing address is1024 S. Lemay Ave.Fort Collins, CO 80524) Phone: 970.495.8560

Loveland (limited hours)Medical Center of the Rockies (MCR)2500 Rocky Mountain Ave.Loveland, CO 80538Phone: 970.624.1860

Greeley (limited hours)1900 16th St., First FloorGreeley, CO 80631Phone: 970.313.2796

Recorded registration line: 970.495.8565to sign up for classes in all communities.

uchealth.org/aspenclub

FUNNY PAGES

A hundred-year-old who entered college in 1925 earns his degree. Claims he had to graduate now because his dad was tired of paying tuition.

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UCHealth Patient andFamily Advisory Council needs your voice.Patient-centered care is an important topic in health care today, and at UCHealth, providing patient-centered care is an integral part of what happens every day. We believe that the voices of our patients and their family members help us improve the care that we provide, so we rely on the input of the Patient and Family Advisory Council (PFAC) at Poudre Valley Hospital (PVH) and Medical Center of the Rockies (MCR), which includes community and UCHealth staff members.

Some of the projects that PFAC members have worked on include assisting with events such as the annual Teddy Bear Hospital, advocating for improved patient access to facilities, assisting with staff education and providing the perspective of the patient in new initiatives. One of the PFAC groups worked with hospital staff to identify ways to increase available handicapped parking and improve valet services that are offered to patients and their families when visiting the hospital. In addition, PFAC members have provided valuable input by reviewing and editing patient education materials and brochures.

As a volunteer group, PFAC values its community membership. Membership in PFAC is a great way to be involved in helping improve patient- and family-centered care at PVH and at MCR. Community members are current or former patients or family members of PVH or MCR. PFAC members commit to a monthly 90-minute meeting and may occasionally volunteer additional time. For more information about becoming a PFAC member or to send comments to PFAC for the committee to consider, please email [email protected] or call the Office of Patient Experience at 970.624.1349.

Remember, your voice is important to us.

Tai chi practice helps with balance and fall prevention. Tai chi helps prevent falls by improving balance and mobility, increasing leg strength and flexibility and reducing the overall fear of faling.

The Aspen Club is proud to present Tai Chi for Fall Prevention. We are lookingfor people:

• Who have never taken tai chi before

• Who have fallen at least once in the past year

• Who are able to attend at least 10 of the 12 classes.

• Who want to decrease their chances of falling in the future

Is this you? This program has pre and post assessments, is conducted in a supportiveenvironment, and has no fee.

The class will be offered 8:30–9:30 a.m. Wednesdays and Fridays, May 17–June 23, in the Westbridge classroom, 1107 S. Lemay Ave.

Because class size is limited, please call 970.495.8560 to secure a spot.

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Aspen Club wellness walks to begin. Studies have shown that people are more likely to walk and be physically active—as well as enjoy higher levels of health and well-being—when they have easily accessible green spaces in their communities. We enjoy many green spaces, plus other natural areas, parks, city trails and open spaces during our weekly wellness walks. Aspen Club members, let’s take “aging in stride” and walk together at the following locations:

Fort Collins – Mondays May 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Spring Canyon ParkMay 8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Riverbend PondsMay 15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cathy Fromme Open SpaceMay 22 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Discovery Center – Poudre River TrailJune 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Mason Trail from the South WalmartJune 12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fischer Nature Area – behind FC Senior CenterJune 19 . . . . . . . . . . . . . Soft Gold Park – Magpie Meander Natural AreaJune 26 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dixon Reservoir – Pineridge Natural Area

Loveland – Thursdays May 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .MCR May 11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mehaffey ParkMay 18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Centennial ParkMay 25. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Coyote RidgeJune 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Windsor LakeJune 8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Devil’s BackboneJune 15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . River’s Edge Natural AreaJune 22 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Seven LakesJune 29 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Thompson Crossing

Greeley – TuesdaysBittersweet Park, 35th Ave. and 16th St. each week

The start time for the first and last months of walking (May and October) are 8 a.m. June through September walks start at 7:30 a.m. Find a full schedule that includes directions and additional detailsat uchealth.org/aspenclub, or visit or call any Aspen Club office.

Aspen Club’s Memory Fitness class returns.Research shows that it takes a healthy and agile brain to motivate us to treat our bodies right and achieve our highest quality of life as we grow older. With that in mind, please consider joining the Aspen Club’s six-week memory fitness class, the evidenced-based program designed by UCLA through the incredible work of Dr. Gary Small.

The class is designed for people 50+ who want to improve or maintain memory abilities. Memory fitness classes are NOT for anyone who has been diagnosed with dementia or Alzheimer’s or is taking medications for memory loss.

If you want to learn techniques and life strategies that support a healthy brain, please see page eight for class details.

INSIGHTFUL

Aging is not lost youth but a new stage of opportunity and strength.

– Betty Friedan

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Travel adventures.• Nurture Your Soul in the

MountainsJuly 27–29Nestled in a beautiful, secluded mountain valley at an elevation of 9,000 feet lies Colorado State University's 1,600-acre Mountain Campus (formerly Pingree Park campus). Learn the history of the area, including rebuilding from forest fires to the beautiful campus it is today. Enjoy interpretive walks and hikes and nurture your soul through laughter, brain-health programs, guided meditation, music, singing, exercise sessions and more. You can take advantage of as many of the activities as you like or enjoy a more contemplative experience with a good book and a glass of wine. Grab your outdoor-loving friends and sign up today.

• Wild Horses and Wildlife of Western Colorado July 16–21 See wild free-roaming horses, a symbol of the historic West, and learn about their relationship to our culture.

• Big Animals of the Rockies Sept. 17–22 This Colorado safari features bison, antelope, moose, elk, big-horn sheep and other wildlife in their natural habitats.

Registration for all three trips is through Mountain and Plains, 970.267.3031. Informational brochures are available at all Aspen Club offices.

You may think completing advance directives is just for older people. However, people should start thinking about their wishes once they turn 18 and discuss them as a family. Recently the Aspen Club helped Dee and John Heath and their two sons complete advance directives.

What does advance care planning entail?

• Clarification of personal beliefs about what matters to you at end of life.

• Choosing a health care agent to communicate wishes if you are unable to do so.

• Having meaningful conversations with family members, agents and health care providers.

• Documenting wishes on appropriate forms, such as Medical Durable Power of Attorney and Living Will.

• Periodically reviewing documents to ensure that they are up-to-date and valid.

Dee and her family decided to come to the Aspen Club because they experienced the loss of a grandmother and a younger cousin with

two different outcomes—the grandmother had a peaceful death, but the cousin was on a ventilator for over a week and had no advance directives documented. Dee’s sons, ages 31 and 38, said they really appreciated clarifying wishes of each family member and completing the forms together, which produced several eye-opening moments that they felt wouldn’t have happened if the family had completed the forms individually. For Dee, an “aha” moment happened when her son said he wanted to be an organ donor.

The family appreciated that the Aspen Club explained things, and they all felt a sense of relief when the documents were completed. They also realized that death can happen to anyone at any time. Dee said, “I am so glad we did this, and I feel this will relieve stress down the road. I feel really good we talked about these things.”

If you want to complete advance directives, call the UCHealth Aspen Club at 970.495.8560 or the Health District Advance Care Planning Team at 970.482.1909 to schedule an appointment.

A family comes together around advance directives.

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HEALTHY AGING

Food for though—is it possible that a person could live twice as long if he didn’t spend the first half of his life acquiring habits that shorten the other half?

Stroke survivors—share your stories.Faces of Hope is coming Saturday, June 10 to MCR.

The UCHealth stroke team would like to celebrate individuals who have survived a stroke by chronicling their story of hard work and accomplishments in getting back to life after stroke. If you are interested in participating in the Faces of Hope event or would like to share your story, please contact the UCHealth Stroke Program Coordinator at 970.624.2109.

Getting smart about strokes.Did you know that stroke is a leading cause of long-term disability and that nearly 80% of strokes are preventable? Learning about your risk factors and taking action are the most important things that you can do to prevent a stroke from happening to you. Stroke victims who can get to the hospital quickly enough might be eligible for medicines that can increase their chances of having little to no long-term disability by up to three times.

UCHealth neurologists, Drs. Gerald McIntosh and Brian Kaiser, will present the following program about strokes:

Act F.A.S.T. – Stroke 101• What a stroke is.• Personal risk factors. • Prevention. • How to recognize symptoms of a stroke.

We will learn when to act F.A.S.T. and the importance of getting to the hospital immediately. Act F.A.S.T. programs will be offered in Fort Collins and Greeley in May. See page 10, under multiple locations, for details. Please remember to register.

FACEDoes one side of the face droop?

ARMSDoes one arm drift downward?

SPEECHIs their speech slurred or strange?

TIMEAct fast. Every second, brain cells die.

FAST

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ESTES PARKHabitat Heroes program National Audubon Society and Audubon Rockies has a valuable program called Habit Heroes. It is comprised of people who practice a form of landscape stewardship called “wildscaping”—landscaping designed to attract and benefit birds, pollinators and other wildlife. Whether the landscape is a residential yard or a few pots on a balcony, Habitat Heroes believe in growing a healthy community. Learn more from Alison Holloran, Executive Director of Audubon Rockies.• 1–2 p.m. Tuesday, May 16• Estes Park Senior Center, 200 Fourth St.

Avoiding an unlucky break Sharon Petty, PT, DPT, OCS, will discuss options for osteoporosis prevention and management from a physical therapist’s perspective. She will review exercise recommendations for the person with osteoporosis/osteopenia and will cover tips to improve posture, body mechanics concepts to protect the spine with everyday activities and ideas for fall prevention.• 1–2 p.m. Tuesday, June 20• Estes Park Senior Center, 200 Fourth St.

FORT COLLINSEnhance Wellness program Enhance Wellness is an evidenced-based program that provides six months of wellness support through weekly classes, personal health coaching, supervised exercise and peer connections. You may enroll year-round.• Call 970.495.7335 for more information or to register.

Healing through meditation and spiritual wisdom Age gracefully by bringing strength to midlife joys and challenges through simple yoga breathing, visualization, positive affirmation and meditation. These four-week sessions are led by Swamijii Dharmananda.• Session one: 10–11:30 a.m. Fridays,

May 5–26 Registration #225419-03

• Session two: 10–11:30 a.m Fridays, June 9–30 Registration #325411-01.

• Cost: $40• Both are held at the Fort Collins Senior Center,

1200 Raintree Drive

Arthritis quarterly To help you with arthritis pain, what treatment options do experienced physical therapists use? Learn about TENS units, kinesio taping, manual therapy, heat/cold treatments, ultrasound, electrical stimulation, activity pacing, trigger-point dry-needling, adaptive tools and more.• 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Monday, May 8• Fort Collins Senior Center, 1200 Raintree Drive

Balance screenings These consultations assess your risk of falls using the Fullerton balance test. Exercise suggestions, balance and fall-prevention strategies will be shared based on your results. This is done in conjunction with the fitness professionals from Poudre Valley Medical Fitness. • 11 a.m.–4 p.m. Tuesdays, May 9 and June 13• 2121 E. Harmony Road, Suite 120 • Cost: $15• Appointments are required;

call Poudre Valley Medical Fitness at 970.674.6500.

Bone-density screening An ultrasound bone sonometer is used to measure the bone density in your heel. You should share your results with your physician. • 3:30–5 p.m. Monday, May 15

Aspen Club Office, 1025 Garfield St., Suite A• 12-3 p.m. Tuesday, June 13

2121 E. Harmony Road, Suite 120 • Cost: $12—appointments are required

Living well with diabetes Diabetes can affect your quality of life. This workshop will provide support and practical ways to deal with your diabetes, including nutrition and exercise choices and effective ways to talk to your doctor and family about your health. This does not replace the services provided by a diabetes educator.• 1:30–4 p.m. Tuesdays, May 16–June 20

Prospect Medical Plaza, 1106 E. Prospect Road• 5–7:30 p.m. Wednesdays, June 21–July 26

Miramont Health Center, 2211 S. College Ave.

Memory fitness class This class is designed for people 50+ who want to improve or maintain memory abilities by learning proven techniques developed at UCLA. This holistic approach focuses on mental exercises, stress reduction, healthy diet and physical activity. Please note: memory fitness classes are NOT for anyone who has been diagnosed with dementia or Alzheimer’s or is taking medications for memory loss. • 12:30–3 p.m. Wednesdays, May 17–June 28• Westbridge classroom, 1107 S. Lemay Ave.• Cost: $50 (scholarships available), includes Dr. Small’s

latest book and materials.

Aspen Club Monthly FeaturesLocations are denoted: Fort Collins (FC) Loveland (LV) Windsor (WI) Estes Park (EP) Greeley (GR) Berthoud (BD) Poudre Valley Hospital (PVH) Medical Center of the Rockies (MCR) Greeley Medical Clinic (GMC)To download the Aspen Club calendar or register for classes, please go to uchealth.org/aspenclub.

Registrationrequired

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The Conversation Project More than nine of 10 people feel it is important to talk about end-of-life issues; however, fewer than three of 10 have done so. Journalist Ellen Goodman developed an impactful program to help people get this conversation started before a health crisis or emergency. • 1:30–3 p.m. Wednesday, May 17

PVH Mortenson classroom• 1:30–3 p.m. Thursday, June 22

Prospect Medical Plaza, 1106 E. Prospect Road

Dem bones, dem bones, dem aging bones The Aspen Club welcomes Dr. Sally Knauer, orthopedic surgeon and osteoporosis specialist with Northern Colorado Orthopedic Associates. She’ll present a well-rounded view of what impacts bone health as well as what role lifestyle, genetics and medications play in the health of your bones.• 6–7:30 p.m Thursday, May 18• Fort Collins Senior Center, 1200 Raintree Drive• Register by calling 970.221.6644. Refer to activity

#225401-01

Medication and supplement reviews PVH pharmacist Gina Harper will review your medications, vitamins and supplements to ensure that there is no potential for adverse reaction, for safety, to make sure you are getting a good value for your dollar and to answer your questions. Appointments are required.• 8 a.m.–noon Friday, May 19• Aspen Club Office, 1025 Garfield St., Suite A

Project Visibility This course is designed to open people’s hearts and minds and create awareness about the unique histories and life circumstances of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) older adults. Project Visibility offers information for providing care and understanding for LGBT older adults and their families. • 1:30-3 p.m. Monday, May 22, PVH Café F

Normal aging and end-of-life concerns Do you have questions about what normal aging is and what is happening to your body? Peggy Budai, geriatric nurse practitioner, will discuss normal aging, palliative care and end-of-life concerns. She will also address what you can do and what may be out of your control.• 9:30–11 a.m. Tuesday, May 23• Fort Collins Senior Center, 1200 Raintree Drive• Register by calling 970.221.6644. Refer to activity

#225402-01

Life Lessons From the Pacific Crest Trail In 2013, while hiking alone on the 2,660-mile long Pacific Crest Trail in California, Alan Carpenter suffered a life-threatening accident. His presentation describes how he survived the accident and how each of us has far more internal strength than we imagine. It’s not what happens in life that really matters—it’s how we respond to what happens.• 6–7:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 24, PVH Café F• Feel free to purchase a meal from the cafeteria and

bring it to the program.

Guided meditation with Larry Meditation is a focused mental activity that brings us to a state of balance where we can deeply relax and lead more joyful and productive lives. Larry Braun, certified meditation practitioner, will lead this six-week class, which should leave you feeling energized.• 2–2:30 p.m. Tuesdays, June 13–July 25• Foothills Activity Center, 241 E. Foothills Pkwy• Cost: $25• Register by calling 970.221.6644. Refer to activity

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Super summer salads When it’s too hot to cook meals in the summer months, delicious, refreshing salads can hit the spot. Join Jenifer Bowman, MS, RD, cardiac dietitian, for nutritious salad recipes and healthy homemade dressing ideas.• 10:30 a.m.–noon Thursday, June 15• Fort Collins Senior Center, 1200 Raintree Drive• Cost: $5• Register by calling 970.221.6644. Refer to activity

#325405-01

Writing to capture memories for kids and grandkids Learn to capture memories through writing techniques that help you organize your thoughts. During this fun and interactive four-week workshop, Sharon Greenlee, counselor, consultant and writer, will help you write beautiful, meaningful and long-lasting memories to pass your legacy on or as a personal journal.• 3–5 p.m. Thursdays, June 1–22, PVH Officescapes• Cost: $32



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Death Café Death Cafés are an opportunity to demystify the topic of death and engage in thoughtful and respectful conversation. This is not a bereavement or grief group, and there is no set agenda as we discuss living well and “leaving” well.• 1–2:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 14• Fort Collins Senior Center, 1200 Raintree Drive• Register by calling 970.221.6644. Refer to activity

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Know the 10 signs of Alzheimer’s: early detection matters If you or someone you know is experiencing memory loss or behavioral changes, it’s time to learn the facts.Early detection of Alzheimer’s disease gives you a chance to begin drug therapy, enroll in clinical studiesand plan for the future. This class, presented by the Alzheimer’s Association, features video clips of people with Alzheimer’s disease as a way to highlight the challenges they face.• 1:30–3 p.m. Thursday, June 8• PVH Mortenson classroom

Hypertension and cardiovascular health The adage “an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure” is truly the case when it comes to blood pressure. Meet Dr. S. Jacob Chacko, a cardiologist with UCHealth. He’ll discuss the frequency of elevated blood pressure, the impact that it has on cardiovascular disease, common causes of high blood pressure and how to lower blood pressure, both with and without medications. • 2–3:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 27• Fort Collins Senior Center, 1200 Raintree Drive• Registration is required; call the senior center at

970.221.6644. Refer to activity #325400-01 Note: Please look under multiple locations for other Fort Collins offerings

GREELEYMedicare 101 Aspen Club Medicare SHIP Counselors will discuss Medicare benefits, supplemental insurance, Medicare Advantage Plans, prescription drug plans and how Medicare works with employer health insurance. • 4:30–6 p.m. Tuesday, May 17• GMC, lower-level classroom, 1900 16th St.

Insight into vision loss Ensight Skills Center will cover the major eye disorders and how they affect sight, what it means to adapt to vision loss and resources available to help. If you are newly diagnosed or struggling with vision loss, you can learn to use your remaining vision; low-vision eye doctors, occupational therapies, skills training and assistive technology devices can make all the difference. • 9:30–10:30 a.m. Thursday, June 8• Greeley Senior Center, 1010 6th St.

Note: Please look under multiple locations for other Greeley offerings.

LOVELANDGardening: back and upper body health UCHealth therapist Patricis Kuyper will discuss adaptive equipment designed specifically for gardeners, how to avoid injury by modifying specific activities and about the psychological and stress-reduction benefits gardening provides. Information on alternatives for getting down to our plants or bringing them up to our level will be just in time for this year’s gardening season. • 2–3 p.m. Thursday, May 18• Chilson Senior Center, 700 E. 4th St.

Medical alert systems Melanie Keech of Caring Solutions will give an overview of emergency response systems, how they work and how to choose a system you can trust and afford. Learn how the new GPS medic alert system works and its benefits. • 2–3 p.m. Thursday, June 15• Chilson Senior Center, 700 E. 4th St.

Note: Please look under multiple locations for other Loveland offerings.

IN MULTIPLE LOCATIONS Get your advance directives done It’s important at any age to get advance directives done, but especially as we get older. This class will explain living wills and medical health care directives and provide you with an opportunity to complete them.• Fort Collins: 9:30–11 a.m. Wednesday, May 10

Fort Collins Senior Center, 1200 Raintree Drive Register by calling 970.221.6644. Refer to activity #225408-01.

• Greeley: 9–10:30 a.m. Tuesday, May 16, Greeley Senior Center, 1010 6th St.

• Windsor: 2–3 p.m. Tuesday, June 27 Windsor Community Recreation Center, 250 N. 11th St.



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F.A.S.T. – Stroke 101 Dr. Gerald McIntosh, presenting in Fort Collins, and Dr. Brian Kaiser, in Greeley, will explain what a stroke is, personal risk factors, prevention and how to recognize symptoms of a stroke. We will learn when to act F.A.S.T. and the importance of getting to the hospital immediately. A clot-busting drug and interventional options can reduce the risk of long-term disability after stroke for many, if they get help F.A.S.T.• Fort Collins: 6–7 p.m. Thursday, May 4, PVH Café F• Greeley: 9:30–10:30 a.m. Tuesday, May 23

Greeley Senior Center, 1010 6th St.• Dessert provided at both presentations.

CarFit assessments CarFit is a FREE, interactive and educational program that teaches participants how to make their personal vehicle “fit” them to increase safety and mobility when driving. The trained CarFit technician will review 12 key areas of your fit to your car, such as adequate space from the steering wheel, proper seatbelt use and properly adjusted head restraints. • Fort Collins: Mondays, noon–3 p.m. May 8

or 9 a.m.–noon June 12 Aspen Club office, 1025 Garfield St., Suite A (parking lot)

• Greeley: 10 a.m.–1 p.m. Friday, May 12 Rodarte Center, 920 A St. (north parking lot)

New member orientation Aspen Club members are invited to learn about the benefits and services available to them, such as blood tests, health screenings and educational programs • Greeley: 1–2:30 p.m. Thursday, June 1

GMC, lower-level conference room• Fort Collins: 2–3:15 p.m. Friday, May 19, PVH Café F

Blood pressure (BP) checks• If you need your blood pressure taken in your home,

please call the Aspen Club at 970.495.8560 to schedule an appointment with our community paramedic team.

• Fort Collins: 11 a.m.–noon Thursdays, May 18 and June 15 DMA Plaza

• Loveland: 10 a.m.–noon Mondays, May 22 and June 26, Chilson Senior Center, 700 E. 4th St.

• Greeley: 10–11 a.m. Fridays, May 26 and June 30, Rodarte Center, 920 A St.

Hearing screenings Certified audiologists from the Hearing Rehab Center and All About Hearing are available for baseline hearing screenings and to answer your questions about hearing health. No charge; appointments are required. • Fort Collins: 8:30 a.m.–4 p.m. Thursday, May 11

Location given when the appointment is made by calling the Aspen Club.

• Loveland: 9 a.m.–noon Thursday, June 8 All About Hearing, 3820 N. Grant Ave.

• Greeley: 11 a.m. –1 p.m. Thursday, June 15, GMC, 1st floor

AARP safe drivers class This class covers defensive-driving skills, age-related changes and driving safely in today’s world. Participants may be eligible for discounts on their auto insurance premiums. • Fort Collins: Thursdays, May 18 or June 15, Noon–4:30 p.m.

Fort Collins Senior Center, 1200 Raintree Drive Wednesday, June 14, 4:30-9 p.m., PVH Café F

• Greeley: Tuesday, May 23, 4:30–9 p.m. GMC lower-level classroom

• Cost: $15 for AARP members/$20 for non-members (checks made payable to AARP)

Powerful tools for caregivers If you are the primary caregiver for a loved one, taking care of YOU must become a priority! Topics in this six-week class include helpful community resources, reducing stress and guilt, making tough decisions and communication. • Call the Aspen Club for details about classes in

Fort Collins, Loveland and Greeley.

Preparing for total hip and knee replacementLearn what to expect from joint replacement surgery: pre-surgery exercises, equipment needed, diet, pain management and safety. No registration needed; just drop in.• Fort Collins: 2–4 p.m. every Monday

Westbridge classroom, 1107 S. Lemay Ave. For more information, contact 970.495.8260

• Loveland: 1–2:30 p.m. every Monday MCR, 4th floor conference room For more information, contact 970.624.4326

Therapeutic mini massagesChair-massage services are available for $1 per minute. Enjoy a 10-, 15- or 20-minute massage by our UCHealth licensed massage therapy team. No appointments necessary; just drop in. • Fort Collins: 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Fridays

PVH, Café B meeting room. 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Fridays Harmony Campus, Redstone building.

• Loveland: 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Thursdays, MCR • Greeley: 10 a.m.–3 p.m. Fridays, GMC



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Aspen Club Fitness Opportunities May 1-June 30 • Register by calling 970.495.8560 • No classes on Monday, May 29, or the week of July 3-7

Aspen Club Ongoing ServicesTo find out more about these services, call any Aspen Club office or go online to uchealth.org/aspenclub.

• Low-cost blood tests.• Advanced directives/notary assistance. • Exercise or nutritional consultations.• Medicare counseling and assistance.

• Toenail services, $35 (FC, GR).• Therapeutic mini massages (FC, LV, GR).• Enhance wellness program.

Strong women, healthy bonesWeight training to improve bone density and body composition and create an overall sense of well-being.• Wednesdays and Fridays, May 3–June 30

Noon–1 p.m. Studio West, 216 W. Horsetooth Road Cost: $58.50

• Wednesdays and Fridays, May 3–June 30 1:15–2:15 p.m. Studio West, 216 W. Horsetooth Road Cost: $58.50

YogaChair yogaSafe and gentle exercises will tone and strengthen muscles, loosen joints, lower stress, relieve tension and help you relax. No experience necessary.• Mondays and Wednesdays, May 1–June 28

10–11 a.m. Westbridge, 1107 S. Lemay Ave. Cost: $55.25

Gentle yogaThis class is perfect for those wanting a slower-paced, gentle yoga class with a lot of stretching and slower movements. Please bring a yoga mat as you must be able to get up from the floor and sit comfortably on the floor. Beginners are welcome, as well as seasoned practitioners.• Mondays, May 1–June 26, 1–2:15 p.m.

Masonic Lodge, 225 W. Oak St. Cost: $46

Focused yogaThis class is best suited for those with some prior yoga experience or who are fairly fit.• Fort Collins: Masonic Lodge, 225 W. Oak St.

Thursdays, May 4–June 29, 1–2:15 p.m. Cost: $51.75

• Loveland: First Christian Church, 2000 N. Lincoln Ave. Mondays, May 1–June 26, 1:30–2:45 p.m. Cost: $46

Core strengthLearn ways to strengthen your core muscles using a fit ball. Must have a fit ball and be able to get up off the floor.• Mondays, May 1–June 26, 10–11 a.m.

Lifepoint Church Gym, 901 E. Lake St. Cost: $36

PWR! moves – level IIThe Parkinson’s Wellness Recovery (PWR) class helps people with Parkinson’s Disease (PD) move better, longer through exercise. This fun, safe and motivational class is designed to address multiple PD symptoms and enhance daily activities. Because of the active nature of this class, it is best suited for ambulatory participants who do not use assistive devices.• Thursdays, May 4–June 29, 1–2 p.m.

Studio West, 216 W. Horsetooth Road Cost: $40.50

Strength, agility and stabilityEasy but effective exercises improve balance by correcting posture and increasing strength and agility so you can move with confidence. Participants should be able to participate in some standing exercises. • Wednesdays, May 3–June 28, 10–11 a.m.

Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church, 2000 S. Lemay Ave. Cost: $40.50

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11,464 means registration is required.When we plan classes, we determine how many participants the class is designed for and the classroom space needed. Some class sizes are limited to make the discussion and experience better for participants and instructors alike. So, with that in mind, if the title of a class you want to attend has a red R, that means registration is required. It helps us so much so we can plan accordingly.

Thank you so much for looking for the R and calling to register. The Aspen Club team.

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