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OUR MISSION To facilitate quality of life and
independence for individuals over 60.
INSIDE THIS ISSUE
Village Connector Experience . . . . . . . 2
Wellness & Social Spotlight . . . . . . . . . 3
Nutrition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Menu & Fitness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Summer Fun . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 & 7
A Little Help & Virtual Activities . . . . . . 8
August 2020
SERVICES ARE
AVAILABLE While the building is closed to the
public, Senior Services staff is here to
meet your needs. Lunches are available
for pickup or delivery, we can assist with
information and referrals, and the senior
van is now running (see below). Call
(970) 920-5432.
LIMITED SENIOR VAN
SERVICE One rider/household at a time
Medical appointments are top priority
Grocery shopping, post office and
pharmacy trips are also permitted
Monday, Wednesday and Friday
10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Call (970) 920-5432 to make a
request
THURSDAY LUNCHES
RESUME IN AUGUST See page 5 for menu.
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LITERATURE OUT LOUD Wednesday, August 19 • 7:00
Featuring the words of author Edith
Wharton, a wealthy socialite and the first woman to receive
the Pulitzer Prize. Eileen Seeley will be reading "Expiation"
and Janice Estey will be reading "Roman Fever" — both
stories portraying the upper class foibles of the Gilded Age.
The program will be streamed through the Thunder River
Theater website. To be added to the LOL email list for updates
and info on how to participate, write to
ALZHEIMER’S SUPPORT Caregivers and those impacted by Alzheimer’s
and dementia are welcome to reach out to Rita
Cohen for support at 970-923-2560.
For additional support & resources, contact
Debra Bianchi of the Alzheimer's Association in Grand
Junction at [email protected]
24-hr Helpline 800-272-3900
SENIOR CENTER BOOK CLUB
BOOK CLUB • August Selection: Year of Wonders by
Geraldine Brooks • Wednesday, August 26 • 9:30 a.m.
(note time) Book Club will be held as a virtual meeting; call
(970) 920-5432 for information.
ALPINE LEGAL If you are in need of a legal
assistance, Alpine Legal is offering
phone consultations on Tuesdays.
Call (970) 945-8858 any day to be scheduled for the next
available Tuesday slot.
On Wednesday nights from 5:00-7:00 p.m. you can try the
“Ask A Lawyer” hotline at 970-368-2246.
Social Spotlight SMILES FOR SENIORS DENTAL CLINIC Friday • August 21 • 9:00-4:00
Community Health Services
405 Castle Creek Rd, Aspen
Ages 60+. Standard treatment and screenings offered for $85.
Financial assistance may be available, please inquire when
you schedule your appointment.
Patients will be pre-screened for COVID risks.
FOR QUESTIONS OR SCHEDULING, CALL COMMUNITY
HEALTH (970) 920-5420.
MEDICARE QUESTIONS AND ASSISTANCE: The SHIP/SMP Medicare Assistance program is working
virtually. Please call 970-468-0295 ext. 120
to request an appointment. We will
schedule a time to meet over the phone or
computer. If needed, we will send you
documents via email or USPS to have as a reference during
your phone appointment. Other options: call Patty Kravitz at
the Senior Center (970) 920-5432 or High Country RSVP in
Glenwood Springs at (970) 384-8740.
LET'S TALK ABOUT RELIGION -
WHERE DO WE BEGIN?
VIDEOS NOW AVAILABLE pitkinseniors.com/virtual-events--activities.html
Click on Educational Opportunities Exploring and investigating religion and spirituality is a part of
what makes us human. Continuing these efforts later in life is
no different than earlier, as people seek understanding,
wisdom and connection.
This educational series on Religious Traditions will cover a
number of themes. What are the core beliefs of the major
religions? What foundational knowledge about each tradition
would be helpful for us all to understand? Are there
meaningful similarities and differences between traditions?
Currently available sessions:
Introduction to studying Religion
Introduction to Buddhism
Introduction to Hinduism
Future topics include:
Religion as Art
Major Religious Traditions: Judaism, Christianity, Islam,
Daoism, Confucianism
Instructors: Chad Federwitz, MA, MA; Prof. TJ DeZauche,
MA; Prof. Patrick D’Silva, PhD
SENIORS AT PLAY: WANDA’S VISIT Play Reading Thursday, August 6 at 3:00 pm
Via Google Meet meet.google.com/kck-ragq-xgi
or call in 336-949-8109 PIN: 492 562 706 # Sweet dreams of the Bright Lights of Broadway? Watch this
live event—and learn how to participate in
future ones. Brought to you by Senior
Council member Peg McGavock, and
Barbara Shaw of RVF Storytellers. Log in or
call in to Google Meet (details above) for the
live performance on the 6th. For more information, contact
Barbara at [email protected] or (970) 923-0041.
Wellness & Resources
The Redstone senior programs are on
hiatus. In the meantime, residents
throughout the valley are invited to check
out online programs and activity
suggestions at pitkinseniors.com
Resources are available to help you stay at home. To
learn more about what is available, or if you have
needs you cannot meet or other questions, please
contact the Senior Center at (970) 920-5432.
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NUTRITION RESOURCES
LIFT-UP Food distribution once per month. Bring some
form of ID or proof of address for first visit.
CARBONDALE: THIRD STREET CENTER
Check liftup.org for August dates/times
Drive-through pick-up
520 S. 3rd St. Center parking lot
970-625-4496 Go to www.liftup.org for more
additional locations and hours.
The regular MONTHLY distribution programs in Basalt
and Aspen are currently suspended. Please attend the
weekly distributions at Aspen and Basalt
schools, detailed to the right.
*COMMODITIES SUPPLEMENTAL FOOD
PROGRAM (CSFP): CSFP (for Seniors 60 &
Over) and TEFAP provides a FREE additional
monthly box of food to eligible individuals. Commodity food
boxes are available at the current weekly Basalt pantries.
In accordance with Federal law and U.S. Department of Agriculture policy, this institution is
prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or
disability. USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
MOBILE PANTRY FOOD ASSISTANCE
ECONOMIC ASSISTANCE
CALL (970) 920-5244
Information and help applying for:
SNAP/Food Assistance
Public Assistance
Medicaid & Extra Help
LEAP
Emergency Financial
Assistance
For other resource options during the COVID-
19 outbreak go to pitkincounty.com/gethelp
or call the Senior center (970) 920-5432.
Aspen: NEW LOCATION starting August 5: Buttermilk
Parking lot. Drive through and walk-up service.
Every Wednesday 12:00—2:00 p.m.
Snowmass Village service ending—
please go to Buttermilk distribution
instead.
Food delivery available for older adults.
Call Aspen Family Connections: 970-205-
7025. Please call before Tuesday for Wednesday delivery.
Basalt—may move to Crown Mountain Park in later
August. Continuing at Basalt Middle School for now.
Basalt Middle School 51 School St, Basalt
Thursdays 12:00—2:00 p.m. 970-464-1138
BENEFITS OF COFFEE LOW INCOME ENERGY
ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
Deadline extended to
August 31, or when funds run out
LEAP assistance will pay a portion of home
heating costs in a one-time payment directly to
the energy provider. Assistance is determined
by the homeowner’s monthly income and
number of members living in the home. The
qualifying income for LEAP is now 165% of the
Federal Poverty Level. Benefit amounts range
from $100 to $1,000. To request an application
by mail or for more information on LEAP and
other available resources, call Discover
Goodwill at 1-888-775-5327 or Heat Help at 1-
866-432-8435. Download an application at:
https://www.colorado.gov/pacific/cdhs/leap
You may also apply at https://
coloradopeak.secure.force.com/
Download an application at: https://
www.colorado.gov/pacific/cdhs/how-do-i-apply
Pick up an application at the Senior Center or
HHS building. Deliver applications to HHS.
If you need help filing out the paperwork,
contact Ligia Bonilla at (970) 319-4211.
Wake up and smell the … antioxidants?
If you think your morning cup of joe provides
nothing more to your body than a jolt of caffeine,
you might be pleasantly surprised to learn that
your daily cup may provide some additional
benefits as well. Drinking moderate amounts of
coffee has been linked to lower risk of
cardiovascular disease, Type 2 diabetes and Parkinson's disease.
And those antioxidants? Although researchers have yet to determine
the exact mechanisms behind some of the disease-preventing effects, it
is important to keep in mind that these compounds may be exerting other
beneficial effects, such as acting as an anti-inflammatory. Coffee also
contains small amounts of some nutrients, including potassium, niacin
and magnesium.
Making your coffee a vehicle for fat-free or low-fat milk is one way to
increase your daily calcium and vitamin D intake. If your diet does not
include dairy, a fortified soy beverage is a calcium-rich alternative. Just
be mindful if adding sweetener, since coffee drinks can be a source of
added sugars.
So how much java is too much? Three to five 8-ounce cups of coffee
provide about 400 milligrams of caffeine, which is the most that is
recommended per day for healthy adults. Certain groups, such as people
with hypertension and the elderly, may be at a higher risk for negative
side effects of caffeine and so should consider limiting their intake.
Pregnant and breast-feeding women will also want to limit caffeine and
should discuss their intake with a health care provider. Due to coffee
being a stimulant, it is not recommended for children and adolescents. Source: eatright.org •
AUGUST MENU MONDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY
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3 Pasta & Meat Sauce, Sautéed Zucchini, Tomato & Mozzarella Salad, Mixed Greens, Garlic Bread, Choc Cake
5 Chicken Piccata, Sautéed Mushrooms, Mashed Potatoes, Italian Mixed Veggies, House Salad, Tiramisu
6 Roasted Pork Loin, Gravy, Rosemary Potatoes, Broccoli & Cauliflower, House Salad, Chocolate Éclair
7 Baked Sea Bass, Lemon Butter, Seasoned Spinach, Tomato Cucumber Salad, Mixed Greens, Orange, Chocolate Chip Cookie
10 Chicken and Sausage Jambalaya, Steamed Brown Rice, House Salad, Mixed Berry Cobbler
12 Baked Vegetarian Rigatoni with Spinach, Caesar Salad, Banana, Cheesecake
13 Sloppy Joe, Whole Wheat Bun Potato & Green Bean Salad, House Salad, Apple Crisp
14 Mahi Mahi, Mango Salsa, Brown Rice, Broccoli Salad, Mixed Greens, Fresh Strawberries
17 Sweet and Sour Chicken Breast, Stir Fry Veggies, Brown Rice, House Salad, Fresh Fruit Salad, Sugar Cookie
19 Roast Beef Sandwich, Wheat Bun, Mashed Potatoes, California Veggies, Cole Slaw, Coffee Ice Cream
20 Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad, Chopped Tomatoes, Roasted Cauliflower, Mixed Fruit, Brownie
21 Shrimp Creole, Dirty Rice, Green Peas, House Salad, Key Lime Pie
24 Chicken Cacciatore, Whole Wheat Linguine, Cucumber & Tomato Salad, Mixed Greens, Carrot Cake
26 Meatloaf, Mashed Potatoes, Gravy, Mixed Vegetables, House Salad, Orange, Mixed Berry Parfait
27 Cheese Stuffed Pasta Shells, Marinara Sauce, Green Beans, Spinach & Strawberry Salad, Chocolate Cream Pie
28 Maryland Crab Cake, Brown Rice, Island Mixed Vegetables, Waldorf Salad, Mixed Greens, Strawberry Shortcake
31 Shrimp Salad on Baby Spinach, Tomato Basil Soup, Island Mixed Veggies, Mocha Brownies
Served with whole grain bread unless other bread is included with the meal. Side dishes and desserts may vary depending on availability, and suitability for travel. Thursday meals will resume in August. Call (970) 429-6161 to schedule meals for pick up or delivery. Delivery area is limited. No congregate (dine-in) service available.
RECREATION CENTERS The ARC and Red Brick:
Limited facilities are open.
Please check
aspenrecreation.com or call
(970) 544-4100 for more information and for updates.
The Snowmass Village Rec
Center: Open by reservation.
Go to TOSV.com and click
COVID-19 updates or call (970)
922-2240.
The Carbondale Rec Center: Open
with limited hours and other restrictions.
Go to carbondalerec.com or call (970)
510-1290 for updates.
RECREATION & FITNESS
SENIOR CENTER ONLINE FITNESS CLASSES: Classes presented free of charge—donations welcome
Offered in conjunction with Eagle County,
via Google Meet:
Christi Couch
Stretch Class: Monday thru Thursday
9:30 -10:30 a.m.
Pilates: Tuesday 10:30-11:30 a.m.
Aerobics: Thursday 10:30-11:25 a.m.
https://meet.google.com/qhw-grwp-dvp
NEW—Online Yoga
Mary Anderson
Wednesdays 10:30-11:45—email
[email protected] for an “invitation.”
(This class is offered via Senior Services. Mary is offering
an additional class on Friday at 10:30—reach out to her
for more details.)
Balance Class
Krista Fox from AVH created a balance class video.
You can watch the video and do the exercises whenever
you want. It is posted on the Senior Center website.
Try out the ARC or Snowmass
Rec using Senior Services’ punch passes! Give the Senior Center a call at (970) 920-5432 and let
staff know you would like to use one of the passes,
then check in at the ARC or Snowmass Rec desk. You
may use a pass up to 3 visits per person, and multiple
people can use a pass at the same time—bring a
friend! Scholarships are also available; enquire at the
Senior Center.
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THE VOICE OF EXPERIENCE P I T K I N C O U N T Y S E N I O R S E R V I C E S
WHAT’S ON PITKINSENIORS.COM? Stay active, engaged and inspired at home. The site has a
variety of suggestions, some in real-time, others you can
access at any time. Click on Virtual Events & Activities
from the home page for:
Fitness Classes—some live streamed, and a variety
suggestions for free links
Discussion Groups—including the current book club, and a
possible movie group
Educational Opportunities—from major universities as well
as local resources, including CMC
Explore from Home—Virtual tours of sites around the world
Cards and Games—Links to playing online
Spirituality—links to congregations throughout the valley,
meditation, and informative sessions
