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June Active Adults Newsletter
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Did you know? June is Alzheimer's and
Brain Awareness Month.
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Alzheimer's & Brain Awareness Month (ABAM) is celebrated every June. It's a time to raise awareness about Alzheimer's disease and other dementias, and to educate people about cognitive health. The official color of the Alzheimer's movement is purple, and people may choose to wear purple to show their support.
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Listen to Colorado Aging Allies interview with Senior Center Director Tom Lathrop about what's happening at the
Colorado Springs Senior Center!
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Important Dates to Remember:
- Hughes Hall CLOSED Juneteenth -
Wednesday, June 19th
- We are CLOSED Independence Day - Thursday July 4th
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Identifying and Avoiding Scams!
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Wednesday, June 12th 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Downtown YMCA (207 N. Nevada Ave.) - FREE
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This class aims to help consumers understand, recognize and avoid financial fraud. In addition to why seniors are targeted by scammers, the warning signs of scams and how you can protect yourself.
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Wednesday, June 12th 10 - 11 a.m.
Westside Cottages (1616 W. Bijou St.) FREE
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We will explore the various components of Medicare and private insurance discussing how to arrange them to meet your medical and financial preferences.
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Diabetes and Hypertension
Self Management Workshop
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Wednesday, June 19th 9:30 - 11 a.m.
Westside Cottages (1616 W. Bijou St) - FREE
This workshop is designed to equip you with basic knowledge and understanding of how to manage your diabetes or hypertension effectively. It includes a disease overview, signs/symptoms and complications if not managed well. This workshop is for educational purposes only and facilitated by a licensed nurse.
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Proactive Living: Healthy Eating as We Age!
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Thursday- June 20th 1:30-3:30 p.m.
Downtown YMCA (207 N. Nevada Ave.) - FREE
"Healthy Eating as We Age: You are what you eat! Come learn tips and tricks to improve overall health through eating the right foods. Our nutritionist will talk about healthy habits, cooking for one, budget friendly ideas, over all nutrition and so much more!"
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Alzheimer's & Brain Awareness
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Tuesday, June 25th 11:15 a.m. - 12:45 p.m. Westside Cottages (1616 W. Bijou St.) FREE
This program is intended for healthy individuals of any age who are looking for ways to age well. It is not designed for individuals with Alzheimer's disease or dementia.
This program is designed to offer you research-based recommendations about taking care of our brains and our bodies in order to
age as well as possible. Identify the reasons for taking care of yourself as you age. List strategies to age well in the following areas: Cognitive activity; Physical health and exercise; Diet and nutrition and Social engagement. Make your own plan for healthy aging using the Healthy Habits for
a Healthier You workbook.
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Friday, June 21st, 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Westside Cottages 1616 W. Bijou St. - $3
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It's pancake time! You will get pancakes, juice/coffee, and fruit for a great price. Come and eat breakfast with friends. Registering in advance is preferred so we are well prepared. Mark you calendars for the 3rd
Friday of every month!
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Work has finally begun with demolition of the old building.
It was bittersweet to see it come down firsthand, but the reward is now that much closer. Thank you everyone for bearing with us through the delays. We can finally rejoice together and know that next year we will
all be together in one place again. Please continue to help us get the word out that we are NOT closed and so many classes, events, and day trips are available today. - Tom
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Fun in May
The Heritage Ringers
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If you need any help please reach out for assistance. Your Senior Center team is here to help you stay connected and involved. Call us at 719.955.3400!
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