What's new with Senior Services?June 15, 2022
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Operating HoursThe Senior Center is open to the public. View operating hours
Closed Independence Day, July 4 |
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Lafayette Book ClubsMeet with fellow book lovers to discuss the preselected book once a month on Fridays. Join the discussion even if you haven't finished reading the book! These book clubs meet at the Senior Center.
Mystery Book ClubWinter Counts – David Heska Wanbil Weiden July 1 | 10-11am
Second Friday Book ClubThe Stationery Shop - Marjan Kamali
July 8 | 10-11am
Email Olderadults@lafayetteco.gov for more information. |
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Card ProgramHave you heard about the Senior Card program? It has been in existence for many years and quietly engages seniors in our community. It provides outreach to seniors in the Lafayette community.
We send cards to seniors for celebrations, sorrows, or just to let someone know that people are thinking about them. We hope receiving a card brightens the day and brings a smile to someone's face.
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Card GamesJoin us for laughter and enjoyment playing Mexican Train or other card games. - Mexican Train, Shanghai Rummy, Bridge, and other card games
Thursdays | 1-4pm - Pinochle - Mondays | 9-11:30am
- Shanghai Rummy - Mondays and Thursdays | 1-3pm
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Computer LabAre you in need of a computer? Visit the Senior Center, where a public computer is available for checking emails, researching information, or improving your technical skills. The Computer Lab is open on a first-come-first-served basis. |
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Crafters for CharityShare your time and talents with us to support community members. Knit, crochet, and stitch or help create something to: - brighten the day of a cancer patient
- bring warmth to a youngster
- assist local charities
We welcome new people, new ideas, and learning about new ways to contribute to our community.
Wednesdays | 1-3pm |
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Lap RobersThe Lap Robers is a group that creates small lap quilts to donate to area charities. If you enjoy quilting and helping others, this group would love additional members.
This group meets on most Thursdays. Please call 303-665-9052 for specific dates. |
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Mats for HomelessWe need people to help organize and cut grocery bags to make the plan and anyone willing to assist with crocheting the mats (bring your hooks, size P or bigger). You can also donate plastic grocery bags to the Senior Center for this project. Once mats are completed, they are donated to Sister Carmen and the Lafayette Police Department.
June 24 | 1-4pm |
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Panera Bread - Sponsored by CultivateEvery Monday and Wednesday at 9am, stop by and pick up Panera Bread at the Senior Center. Donations vary weekly.
Mondays and Wednesdays | 9am
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Puzzle Checkout ProgramPuzzles are available for checkout at the Senior Center |
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Summer Bingo!Are you looking for a good time? Bring yourself, a friend or two, and a wrapped, white elephant-style gift to the Senior Center to play a few rounds of Bingo! A white elephant-style gift is something you have and don't need that you think someone else might enjoy. There will be laughter and fun, something we all could use more of. We hope you will join us.
Fourth Friday Monthly | 1pm |
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WhateverCatch up with our friends and make new ones while working on "whatever" craft you have. Join the fun and bring your materials or use ours. Email Olderadults@lafayetteco.gov if you would like to be part of the Whatever group.
Wednesdays | 9-10:30am
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There Is Nothing to Worry About - How to Worry Less & Worry Better
Our brains are wired to worry. Listen to Dr. Bill McCann show us why we should mindfully calm our worried minds. Bill, a retired worrier himself, shows us the research and offers practical tips to make our lives better! You won’t want to miss this. Free snacks, good info, and great company! Registration is encouraged.
June 17 | 1-3pm | Free | Register through WebTrac |
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Memory Games Learn and share tips and tricks for enhancing your memory while enjoying some enjoyable memory games and interacting with others in a fun, safe environment.
Location: The Lafayette Senior Center, 103 S. Iowa Ave.
June 17 | 11am-1pm | Free | Register online |
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Memory Café – SPARK! Art with BMoCAWelcome Melinda Laz, the Outreach & Education Manager from Boulder Museum of Contemporary Art (BMoCA). She will share information about their SPARK! programs, give a presentation featuring a few of the artists and exhibitions on view at BMoCA, and lead a simple art activity for participants to try, inspired by artists on view in the exhibition.
SPARK! is a series of programs specifically designed to make BMoCA’s art exhibitions accessible for people with early-stage Alzheimer’s or dementia and their caregivers. SPARK! is made possible in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services and the Scientific & Cultural Facilities District. The program is presented in partnership with the Alzheimer’s Association.
June 22 | 10:30am-12:30pm
Location: Lafayette Library
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Medical Foot CareThe Visiting Nurse Association (VNA) provides Medical Foot Care on the third Wednesday monthly. Services include toenail trimming, callus filing, overall foot health checks, and blood pressure checks. The VNA handles all scheduling and payments.
Location: The Lafayette Senior Center, 103 S. Iowa Ave.
June 15 | $45 Medical foot care / $15 fingernails
Medical foot care may be a benefit of your Kaiser plan. Credit cards are preferred, but checks are accepted.
Appointment required. Call VNA at 303-698-6496 to schedule an appointment.
Ortho Bionomy® BodyworkOrtho-Bionomy® is a therapeutic technique that relieves pain by helping the body rediscover its natural balance. This method of osteopath-based bodywork includes working with structure, lymph, fluids, neurology, organs, and the endocrine system, allowing the body to relax while opening neurological pathways that assist with and speed up the healing process. Laura Samel, a practitioner, provides 45-minute sessions.
Location: The Lafayette Senior Center, 103 S. Iowa Ave.
June 27 | 10am-2:45pm | Resident $35 / Nonresident $42
Appointment required. Call 303-665-9052 to schedule.
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Tai Chi 1Tai Chi is a series of easy and gentle exercise movements performed in a slow, focused manner accompanied by deep breathing. Tai Chi develops body awareness to increase balance, promote activity, and improve health and mobility, encouraging independence and fuller lives. Tai Chi is safe for all ages and fitness levels. Registration Deadline: One week before the class date.
Location: The Lafayette Senior Center, 103 S. Iowa Ave.
Thursdays, July 7-28 | 11am-noon | Residents $30 / Nonresidents $36
Register online for class |
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Tai Chi FormTai Chi Form covers the first third of the form with a sort section of meditation and warm-up. This class is open to anyone, and any experience level is welcome. For the best experience, previous experience is recommended. Held at the Senior Center, the registration deadline for these classes is one week before the session start date.
Location: The Lafayette Senior Center, 103 S. Iowa Ave.
Wednesdays, July 6-27 | 11am-noon | Residents $30 / Nonresidents $36
Register online for class |
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SilverSneakers® ClassicHave fun moving to music and performing exercises focused on strengthening muscles and increasing the range of movement for daily life activities. Participants can use handheld weights, elastic tubing with handles, and a SilverSneakers ball for additional resistance. A chair is used for sitting down exercises and for standing support. Exercises can be modified to accommodate fitness levels.
Location: Bob L. Burger Recreation Center gym
Mondays | 12:15-1:15pm
Thursdays | 9:30-10:30am
View online class schedule |
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SilverSneakers® StabilityIf you want to improve your balance and strength, this class is for you! Movements taught in class focus on improving strength and power in the ankle, knee, and hip joints while improving reaction time. This class is suitable for nearly every fitness level.
Location: The Lafayette Senior Center, 103 S. Iowa Ave.
Tuesdays| 10-11am
New class starting June 3! Fridays | 10:15am
View online class schedule |
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Seated StretchPerform Seated Stretch from the comfort of a chair; no need to worry about getting down to and up from the floor. Experience yoga-based postures and stretches and engage in mindful and meditative flexibility exercises to help your recovery, mobility, posture, and energy!
Location: The Lafayette Senior Center, 103 S. Iowa Ave.
Fridays | 10:15-11am |
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Friday Walk and TalkMeet others who like walking around Lafayette. We will meet at the Senior Center parking lot and take a 1-2 mile walk around town. Dress appropriately for the weather, wear comfortable shoes, and bring your water and smiles. Meets the fourth Friday of each month at 8am.
Location: Meet at the Senior Center, 103 S. Iowa Ave.
Fourth Friday Monthly | 8m
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TRIPS AND TOURSRegister by emailing staff at Olderadults@lafayetteco.gov, calling 303-665-9052, or registering online using the links below. |
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Hike and Bike ClubAre you 50 or older and looking for others to hike or bike with? If you answered 'yes’, this club is for you! Join others for 9am hikes beginning at the trailhead or 9am bike rides starting at the Lafayette Senior Center. Bring water, snacks, and appropriate gear. These adventures are free of charge.
Hike Flatirons Vista North to Springbrook Trail
June 20 at 9 am | 8 miles
Meet at the Flatirons Vista trailhead (3663 State Hwy 93). We'll hike a loop near Eldorado Springs. Considered to be a challenging route to take over 3 hours. The total elevation gain is about 793 feet. Bring water and a snack.
Review trail details on AllTrails website: Flatirons Vista North - Springbrook Trail |
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A Trip to the Rockies vs. Cleveland GameTwo tickets remain if you would like to join us to go to a ballgame! Enjoy the day at the ballpark with friends cheering the Colorado Rockies to a win against the Cleveland Guardians. We will be seated in a shaded area on the first level, so please wear appropriate clothing. Please bring money for lunch and wear comfortable shoes for lots of walking. Walking level 2.
June 16 | 11am-6pm | Residents $24 / Nonresidents $29
Register online through WebTrac
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Meet at the Lafayette Library's Makerspace - Level 1 Walking One of Lafayette's many treasures is the Makerspace in the Lafayette Library. Learn
to use this space and make a project with your friends from the Senior Center. We
will create four different projects this summer. Meet us at the Lafayette Library at
the designated time and bring along the suggested items to complete the project.
3D Printer Fun!
June 28 | 1-3:30pm | Free
Learn to use the 3D printer - Registration required
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BOULDER COUNTY AGENCY ON AGING
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Boulder County Area Agency Age Well Series The Age Well Series is a unique opportunity to broaden and add depth to your understanding of aging and realize the growing scale and importance of our regional network of advocates, researchers, innovators, and practitioners.
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Diabetes Education & SupportThis group, facilitated by a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and Certified Diabetes Educator, is for Boulder County adults 60 and older with a diabetes diagnosis or those caring for someone with a diabetes diagnosis. Registration is required, but there is no cost to attend. Register by emailing infohealthyaging@bouldercounty.org or calling 303-678-6115 and leaving a message with your contact information.
Aging Mastery Program for CaregiversThis program, open to caregivers and non-caregivers, combines goal-setting, daily practices, and peer support to help participants make meaningful changes in their lives.
This six-week program is fun, innovative, interactive, and empowers you to spend more time each day doing things that are good for yourself and others. Caregivers are those who help a relative or friend with chores, errands, personal care, and more.
Questions? Email iinfohealthyaging@bouldercounty.org or call 303-441-4583.
Medicare Basics Classes & CounselingThe Medicare Counseling program offers live, virtual Medicare Basics Classes throughout the month at varying times. Classes provide unbiased, up-to-date information about Medicare enrollment, benefits, costs, what and how Medicare pays, choices under Medicare plans, how they work, and prescription drug coverage.
Visit Medicare Counseling - Boulder County for the most up-to-date schedule of classes.
Fresh Conversations - VirtualFresh Conversations is an evidence-based nutrition education program focused on timely nutrition topics presented monthly. Fresh Conversations is led by Patti Murphy, RDN, a registered dietitian in Boulder. For questions or to register, please email infohealthyaging@bouldercounty.org or call 303-441-4995.
Free Nutrition CounselingA registered dietitian nutritionist is available to help you with a variety of concerns, from mindful eating to digestive disorders and gut health. Call the counseling number and a dietitian will then contact you. English counseling: 303-678-6115 Spanish counseling: 720-930-0223
Rainbow Elders LGBTQ+ Teatime - VirtualThe Boulder County Area Agency on Aging coordinates Teatime. To access Teatime virtually through Zoom, use this link: Access Virtual Teatime Contact Michael Chifalo at mchifalo@bouldercounty.org or 303-441-4518 for more information.
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Coal Creek Café and Meals on Wheels ProgramsCould you or someone you know benefit from Coal Creek Meals on Wheels (CCMOW)?
CCMOW offers the following programs to provide community members with daily, hot, nutritious meals and related support services:
Meal Delivery Program mobilizes volunteers to deliver delicious made-from-scratch meals to clients Monday-Friday, plus two frozen meals for the weekend. Coal Creek Café, located at the Josephine Commons Housing Development, serves meals Monday-Friday from 11:30 to 12:30pm. This program creates opportunities for guests to socialize with friends and neighbors while enjoying our delicious daily offerings. Plates for Pets clients receive a supply of pet food (for their cats, dogs, fish, birds, and rodents) along with their meal delivery on the last Monday of each month. Project Homecoming clients receive five free home-delivered meals after returning from a hospital stay regardless of their age and income.
For more information about CCMOW's programs, program costs, or to sign up to receive meals, please visit coalcreekmow.org or call us at (303) 665-0566. |
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Front Range Aging Solo NetworkThis resource and education group aims to connect solo agers to each other, provide a supportive environment, and offer learning opportunities to members.
Second Mondays | 4pm
Email amandameier@trucare.org to be added to the invitation list or join the private Facebook group. |
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Generation ExchangeGeneration Exchange provides free technology help for older adults through virtual one-on-one technology workshops. Learn more about Generation Exchange to get your questions answered with one-to-one support.
Ride Free LafayetteFree, on-demand, door-to-door bus service that connects you to places within the City of Lafayette. Riders can book a ride by phone, online, or via the On-Demand Transit: Rider app. A bus will arrive at a pick-up location at a designated time. Schedule your trip and learn more on our Ride Free Lafayette webpage.
Mobility For AllWant to feel more confident using smartphone apps that help you get around? Call 720-564-2218 for details. Mobility for All collaborates with community partners throughout Boulder County to offer transportation-related technology workshops. These workshops help community members of all ages and abilities feel more comfortable using transportation apps such as Google Maps, Transit App, Lyft, Uber, and RTD Mobile Tickets. Find virtual Mobility for All workshops
CultivateCarry-out Caravan This program connects community members with older adults who face the challenge of securing reliable access to groceries. Friendly volunteers provide caring assistance throughout the entire process of ordering, purchasing, and delivering groceries from their partner, King Soopers, straight to older adults' homes. Clients are responsible for paying for their groceries with a credit or debit card, but volunteer-powered shopping and delivery are completely free. YardBustersThis program connects seniors in Boulder County who face the challenge of maintaining their yards during the Spring, Summer, and Fall months with volunteers to assist with basic yard cleanup. Fit-ItCultivate's Fix-It program connects volunteers to seniors in Boulder County who face challenges in maintaining their homes. Volunteers can perform simple home repairs, wheelchair/walker repairs, and grab bar installations. If you are interested in knowing more about the services provided by Cultivate or volunteering, call 303-443-1933 or visit www.cultivate.ngo.
Alzheimer's Association - Dementia Caregiver Support Groups Support groups are for family or friends who have a loved one with any kind of dementia. Groups are facilitated by the Alzheimer's Associations' screened, trained, and supervised volunteers. To find a Support Group that fits your schedule, visit Alzheimer's Association Support Groups or call 800-272-3900.
Loan Closet You can check out equipment such as wheelchairs, walkers, knee scooters, canes, crutches, transfer benches, shower seats, and temporary ramps. Check out basic mobility equipment by calling 303-665-9052 or emailing Olderadults@lafayetteco.gov.
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Masks No Longer Required in Boulder County indoor spacesAlthough masks will no longer be required, Boulder County Public Health recommends all individuals 2 years and older wear a mask while around others. Schools, childcare centers, private businesses, and employers may choose to implement their own policy requiring masks for individuals in their space.
Please be courteous to those who choose to continue wearing a mask. |
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Summer 2022 Activity GuidePrinted copies are available at Senior Center. Find the Senior section starting on page 46 at Lafayetteco.gov/ActivityGuide. |
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