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Mountain Peak Life Newsletter

Posted on: May 10th, 2021

 

May 2021 Newsletter
 

May is Older Americans Month
Each May, the Federal Administration for Community Living
leads the national celebration of Older Americans Month.  This year’s theme is Communities of Strength, recognizing the important role older adults play in fostering the connection and engagement the build strong, resilient communities. To honor our community’s older adults Mayor Larsen will proclaim May 2021 as Older Americans Month, in the Town of Nederland
Listen to Mayor Larsen proclaim May as Older Americans Month
May 18 at 7pm
To attend virtual Board of Trustees meetings visit Nederlandco.org
 
Boulder County Area Agency on Aging (BCAAA)
Responses to the needs of older adults (60+) and their families and individual caregivers in our community offering remote services. BCAAA resources are available by email at inforADRC@nullbouldercounty.org, by phone at 303-441-1617, Monday – Friday 8 am – 4:30 pm
 
Foot Care with Nurse Debbie Neal
  Appointment required. Call: 303-258-7768
Serving mountain community older adults toenail/skin care
 

Diabetes Support and Education Group (Virtual Event)

Register: infohealthyaging@nullbouldercounty.org  or call 303-678-6115

This group is for Boulder County older adults (60+) with a diabetes diagnosis or those caring for someone with a diabetes diagnosis. The group is facilitated by a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, who is also a Certified Diabetes Educator. There is no cost to attend, but registration is required.
 
Classes in 2021 include:
  • May 17 – All Things Exercise
  • June 21 – Fruits and Veggies: Information and Recipes
  • July 19 – Recognizing and Managing Hypo- and Hyperglycemia
  • Aug. 16 – Carbohydrate Counting and Glycemic Index
  • Sept. 20 – Traveling and Dining Out with Diabetes
  • Oct. 18 – Caring for Your Kidneys
  • Nov. 15 – Enjoying the Holidays with Diabetes.  No classes in December.

 

Trip to Paris: Virtual Piano Concert May 20 10:30 – 11:15am

Take a virtual “trip” with us to visit the enchanting city of Paris where we will join world renowned pianist Renara Akhoundova for an intimate concert.  
Register at: www.louisvilleco.gov/Home/Components/Calendar/Event/29266/3969
 
Summer 2021 CSA from Red Wagon Farms,
Starting Thursday May 27 (Bi-monthly pick-ups)
Call NAS Office to sign up for your CSA share: 303-258-0799