What's new with Senior Services?

Sept. 1, 2022

Operating Hours

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ANNOUNCEMENT

Welcome our New Resource Coordinator, Anyssa Vela

Please help us welcome Anyssa Vela as our new Senior Services Resource Coordinator. Anyssa joins the Senior Services team to provide helpful Information and Referral
Resource Services to the Older Adults in our community.
We are excited to have her join our team and meet all the amazing people in our community.

SPECIAL EVENTS

Older Adult Artist Showcase

Come see the beautiful artwork in the Lafayette Senior Center Lobby. The Artist Showcase will be available throughout September.

Celebrate being a Grandparent

If you're a grandparent, let's celebrate with a picnic in the park while the grandchildren are in school. We will be at Waneka Lake Park, where you can enjoy beautiful sights, play games, and engage in conversations. Bring extra chairs, blankets, or anything special as needed. The per-person price includes a box lunch, drinks, and activities.

Location: Waneka Lake Park Boathouse Shelter- Waneka east

Sept. 9 | 11:30am-1:30pm | $8 Residents / $10 Nonresidents

Register through WebTrack

Senior Resource Fair

Attend our fair to learn about resources available to you in the community, listen to engaging speakers, and enjoy lunch (included in the fee). Space for speaker presentations is limited; registration is recommended.

Location: Lafayette Senior Center

Sept. 30 | 9am-1pm | $10 Residents/$12 Nonresidents - Includes lunch
Drop-in visitors welcome free of charge

Resource Vendors contact olderadults@lafayetteco.gov for more information.

Boulder County Age Well Plan Update

Please join the conversation. Boulder county is experiencing a significant change in its population, with the proportion of older adult residents greater and growing faster than ever before.
Lafayette Senior Services, Boulder County Area Agency on Aging, and the county’s municipal partners are bringing residents and stakeholders together to discuss how to better support aging in our communities.
Join us for a Community Conversation to discuss what works well for older adults and their caregivers in Lafayette and Boulder County and help determine future priorities.

Learn more about this process

Sept. 6 | 5:30-7pm | FREE

Register through WebTrack

ACTIVITIES

Lafayette Book Clubs

Meet with fellow book lovers to discuss the preselected book once a month on Fridays. Join in the discussion even if you haven't finished reading the book! These book clubs meet at the Senior Center.

Mystery Book Club

"Shadow Ridge" - M.E. Browning

Sept. 2 | 10-11am

Second Friday Book Club

"The Midnight Library" - Matt Haig
Sept. 9 | 10-11am

Email olderadults@lafayetteco.gov for more information.

Card Program

Have you heard about the Senior Card program? This program has existed for many years and quietly engages and provides outreach to seniors in our 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.

We would love to hear from you. Please send requests to olderadults@lafayetteco.gov

Card Games

Join 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

Computer Lab

Are you in need of a computer? Visit the Senior Center, where a public computer is available for checking emails, researching information, or improving your technical skills. The Computer Lab is open on a first-come-first-served basis.

Crafters for Charity

Share your time and talents with us to support community members. Knit, crochet, and stitch, or help create an item 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

Lap Robers

The 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 | 10am
Please call 303-665-9052 for specific dates.

Mats for Homeless

We need people organizing and cutting grocery bags to make plastic yarn, "plarn" and 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 finished, mats are donated to Sister Carmen and the Lafayette Police Department.

Panera Bread - Sponsored by Cultivate

Stop by every Monday and Wednesday at 9am to pick up Panera Bread at the Senior Center. Donations vary weekly.

Mondays and Wednesdays | 9am

Puzzle Checkout Program

Puzzles are available for checkout at the Senior Center.

Tech-Tuesday

Do you have a question about your cell phone? Do you want to learn to send or make your photos into an album? How about increasing the font size on your device to see it more easily? Answer all these questions and much more at Tech Tuesdays, held at the Senior Center, hosted by Peak to Peak High School's Interact Club.

Sept. 27

Whatever

Catch up with your 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

ENRICHMENT

A Nancy West a bit of Lafayette History and Your Treasures

What kind of collections do you have at home? Maybe a cabinet full of figurines or a unique coin tucked away for a rainy day? Learn a bit about the world of collectibles from local collector, Nancy West, who has years of experience with antiques, especially in the Lafayette area. Nancy, who started Noble Treasures many years ago with her husband, will share her story of starting here as an antique entrepreneur in the 1980s. Bring a treasure you can easily carry (nothing bigger than that!), and we will do a little show and tell. Items with markings are much easier to research. You will leave with some interesting knowledge of Lafayette and how to value your treasures in today's market. We will also have some treats to eat!

Location: Lafayette Senior Center
Sept. 16 | 1-2pm | $2 Residents / $4 Nonresidents

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Noble Treasures Antiques Explained

For this special event, main street staples Noble Treasures and the collectibles mall have asked their over 20 dealers to be in store to answer questions and tell a bit about who they are and why they collect the items they do. So, if you are in the market for some items or would like to learn more about some of the treasures here, stop by between 2-4 pm on Saturday, Sep. 17, to learn more!

Location: Noble Treasures
Sept. 17 | 2-4pm | FREE

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3rd Law Dance/Theater Dance for Parkinson's: Dance for Balance

3rd Law Dance/Theater offers gentle movement classes for people living with Parkinson's or with other mobility considerations. Evidence from more than 40 peer-reviewed scientific studies shows the effectiveness and benefits of the Dance for PD teaching approach. Dance improves the quality of life by increasing mobility, endurance, balance, and strength through joyful physical activity. For Boulder Falls Prevention Week, in chairs or standing, we will explore elements of different dance styles with energizing and inspiring music to accompany us. No experience is needed.

Location: Lafayette Senior Center
Sept. 19 | 2-3pm | FREE

Register through WebTrac

Mudslinger Pottery
"TEST DRIVE" Workshop with Allison Bequette

Have you always wanted to try the potter's wheel? Take a spin on the wheel in this test drive workshop. We'll guide you through the steps and help you make a piece to be proud of. All tools, materials, and clay are provided in this two-hour class. You'll get to keep one piece which we will fire and glaze for you. Come back in about three weeks to pick up your finished work. Bring an apron or a towel, and be sure to wear clothes you don't mind getting a little dirty.

Location: Mudslingers Pottery Studio – 414 E. Simpson, Lafayette
Sept. 10 | 12:30-2:30pm | $55 Residents / $65 Nonresidents

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CSU Extension-Native Grasses on the Front Range

Ariana Gloria Martinez, Small Acreage Management Coordinator, will teach us about native grasses. Native grasses evoke a sense of place, recalling the open, rolling hills that once were common along the front range. Native grasses offer sweeps of color and texture across a landscape and add motion. Leaf blades and delicate seeds dance in the slightest breeze. Learn more about these beauties by joining us for this informative talk brought to us by the CSU extension offices. Refreshments will be provided.

Location: Lafayette Senior Center
Sept. 21 | 2-3pm | $2 Residents / $4 Nonresidents

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RESOURCE CLASSES

Register by emailing staff at olderadults@lafayetteco.gov, calling 303-665-9052, or using the links below.

AARP SMART DRIVER

Improve your skills and increase your safety when driving. Earn a certification valid for three years; graduates may qualify for a discount on their auto insurance. Open to all individuals 50 and older.

Fees: $20 AARP Members, $25 Non- Members/ FREE for current AARP® Medicare Supplement Insurance Plan Holders. Proof of insurance from each participant is required to get this offer.
Payment made to the instructor at class. Cash or check only.

Location: Lafayette Senior Center
Sept. 13 | 12:30-5pm

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Reducing Your Fall Risk with Chinook Pharmacy

Many factors play into our fear of falling. Did you know that your medications could put you at a higher risk of falling?
A Chinook Pharmacy Pharmacist will discuss medications that could put you at a higher risk and will review your current medications with you. Don’t miss this opportunity to get your medication questions answered!

Location: Lafayette Senior Center
Sept. 20 | 11am-noon

Register through WebTrac

Fall Prevention Week

Please be on the lookout for Fall Prevention classes and seminars through the Lafayette Senior Center, Boulder County Area Agency on Aging and other local senior centers as we Stand Up for Fall Prevention

Sept. 18-24

Learn more about Fall Prevention

WELLNESS

Medical Foot Care

The 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

Sept. 21 | $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® Bodywork

Ortho-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.

Sept. 12 and 26 | 10am-2:45pm | $35 Residents / $42 Nonresidents

Appointment required. Call 303-665-9052 to schedule.

FITNESS

Register by emailing staff at olderadults@lafayetteco.gov, calling 303-665-9052, or using the links below.

Tai Chi 1

Tai Chi, a series of easy and gentle exercise movements performed in a slow, focused manner accompanied by deep breathing. It develops body awareness to increase balance, promote activity, and improve health and mobility, encouraging independence and fuller lives.
These exercises are safe for all ages and fitness levels. Register by: Sept. 1.

Location: The Lafayette Senior Center

Thursdays, Sept. 8-29 | 11am-noon | $30 Residents / $36 Nonresidents

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Tai Chi Form

Tai Chi Form covers the first third of the form with a short section of meditation and warm-up. Previous experience is recommended to get the most out of this class; however, this class is open to everyone, and any experience level is welcome. Register by: Aug 31.

Location: The Lafayette Senior Center

Wednesdays, Sept. 7-28 | 11am-noon | $30 Residents / $36 Nonresidents

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SilverSneakers® Classic

Have 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 (PDF)

SilverSneakers® Stability

If 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

Tuesdays | 10-11am

Fridays | 10:15am

View online class schedule (PDF)

Seated Stretch

Perform 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

Thursdays | 10:15-11am

TRIPS AND TOURS

Register by emailing staff at olderadults@lafayetteco.gov, calling 303-665-9052, or using the links below.

Learning at the Library - Genealogy

The Lafayette Library is a treasure! On the second Tuesday of each month, one of the library's fabulous professionals will lead us through an activity to help us discover more of what is available to us! Join us for the four sessions.

Sept. 13 | 1-2pm | FREE

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Hike and Bike Club

Are you 50+ and looking for others to hike or bike with? If you answered 'yes’, this club is for you! Join others for 9 am hikes beginning at the trailhead or 9 am bike rides starting at the Lafayette Senior Center. Bring water, snacks, and appropriate gear. Bike Rides are on gravel and road, no e-bikes. These adventures are free of charge. Pre-sign waivers at the Senior Center.

Hike Upper Big Bluestem, Mesa and Towhee Trail | Sept 12 | 9 am | 6 miles
Meet at the South Mesa trailhead (4111 Eldorado Springs Drive) across the street from the Dowdy Draw trailhead. We'll hike the South Mesa and Upper Bluestem trail, near Eldorado Canyon. Elevation gain: 849 ft. Bring water and a snack.

Hike Goshawk to Doudy Draw Trail | Sept 26 | 9 am | 7 miles
Meet at the Doudy Draw trailhead (4100 Eldorado Springs Drive) across the street from the South Mesa trailhead. We'll hike the South Mesa and Upper Bluestem trail, near Eldorado Canyon. This is a great hike with wonderful views of the Flat Irons and Eldorado Canyon. Elevation gain: 1207 ft. Bring water and a snack.

Bike Anthem Trail | Sept 19 | 9 am | 15-20 miles
Let’s do some local 15-20 mile trail rides, averaging about 10 mph. Meet at Senior Center and bike over to Public Road Trailhead. From there, we’ll ride east to the junction of Anthem Ranch Trails. We’ll do a counterclockwise loop of Anthem Ranch, rejoin Coal Creek Trail, and return to the Senior Center. The trail is mostly gravel, so hybrid, mountain, or gravel bikes are preferred. Bring water and a snack.

Walking Tour of Art on the Street in Lafayette
Level 2 Walking

All who wander are not lost. Come wander with us and learn about the City of Lafayette’s public art installations. Stacey Bernstein, Lafayette’s Public Art Coordinator, will guide us on a walking tour through around 20 art pieces and provide interesting facts and information about each one.

We will complete a little over a mile on our walk and return to our starting point. Dress for the weather and wear your walking shoes. We hope you will join us!

Sept. 8 | 10:30-11:30am | $4 Residents / $5 Nonresidents

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Rockies Games vs. San Francisco
Level 2 Walking

Grab a friend or make some new ones and join us at the ball game. Today the Rockies take on the San Francisco Giants at Coors Field. Leave your car in the parking lot at the Senior Center and ride in comfort in our bus. Win, lose or draw; we will have fun watching this American favorite! Wear comfortable shoes as there will be a fair amount of walking and money to buy your lunch.

Sept. 22 | 11am-6pm | $25 Residents / $30 Nonresidents

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Cheesemaking and Farm Tour
Level 2 Walking

Tour the five-acre Briar Gate Farms, located west of Longmont and overlooking the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, and learn to make cheese.

We will see the milk house, meet the Nubian goats who produce milk for the cheese, and visit other animals that make this farm their home. Our experience will include learning to make cheese at home with a cheesemaking demonstration.

A late lunch (not included in the fee) at nearby Caprese Trattoria will continue our cheese-themed day. Please bring water and wear comfortable shoes.

Sept. 27 | 10am-4pm | $55 Residents / $65 Nonresidents

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Tree Walk at Waneka Lake
Level 3 Walking

If you'd like to be able to identify tree species when enjoying the outdoors, join Amy Lentz, tree expert, and CSU extension horticulturist, for a Tree Walk at Waneka Lake. Park in the west lot at Waneka Lake and meet at the boathouse. We will walk the 1.2-mile loop while learning tips and tricks to identify trees. Wear comfortable shoes, dress for the weather and bring a water bottle.

Sept. 26 | 9:30-11am | $2 Residents / $4 Nonresidents

Register through WebTrack

BOULDER COUNTY AGENCY ON AGING

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.
More series information

Diabetes Education and Support

This 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 Caregivers

This 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, and interactive. It 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 i nfohealthyaging@bouldercounty.org or call 303-441-4583.

Medicare Basics Classes and Counseling

The 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 - Virtual

Fresh 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 Counseling

A 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 - Virtual

The 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.

COMMUNITY RESOURCES

Coal Creek Café and Meals on Wheels

Could you or someone you know benefit from Coal Creek Meals on Wheels (CCMOW)?

CCMOW offers the following programs to provide community members with daily, hot, nutritious meals and related support services:

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 11:30-12:30pm. 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.

Front Range Aging Solo Network

This 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.

Generation Exchange

Generation 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 Lafayette

Free, 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 All

Want 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

Cultivate

Carry-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.

YardBusters
This 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.

Fix-It
Cultivate'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 volunteering or learning more about the services provided by Cultivate, 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. The Alzheimer's Association's groups are facilitated by 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.

Lyons Club Glasses

The Senior Center is proud to partner with our local Lyons Club to offer FREE sunglasses and reading glasses to seniors in need. The Lafayette Lyons Clubs accepts donations of prescription glasses that individuals in our community no longer need. However, at times they are also given reading glasses and sunglasses that they cannot donate overseas. Stop by the Senior Center if you are in need of reading glasses or sunglasses on the following dates. An optometrist will be present to help with glasses fitting.

Sept. 16 | 11:30am-12:30pm

MORE INFORMATION

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Fall 2022 Activity Guide

Printed copies are available at the Senior Center. The
The senior section starts on page 38 at
lafayetteco.gov/ActivityGuide .

Not finding what you need?

Email us at: olderadults@lafayetteco.gov

The Lafayette Senior Center is located at 103 S. Iowa Ave, Lafayette, 80026