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Giveaway: Win tickets to Jared Freiburg & The Vagabonds in Grand Junction

Sep 11, 2024 10:09AM ● By Jan Weeks

Jared Freiburg & The Vagabonds may be young in years, but their hearts belong to that old-time rock and roll. They’ll bring that energy to the Avalon Theatre on October 9.

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How grandparents are creating junior travel bugs with skip-gen travel

Sep 08, 2024 09:56AM ● By Rhonda Van Pelt & Cloie Sandlin

Turn your grandkids into junior travel bugs with these skip-gen adventures from Road Scholar.

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Do something GRAND for Grandparents Month

Sep 08, 2024 09:18AM ● By Cloie Sandlin

Celebrate Grandparents Month by honoring the love, wisdom and cherished memories shared with grandparents.

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Reset your garden: Why fall is the perfect time to start fresh

Sep 05, 2024 10:26AM ● By Bryan Reed

Start fresh with fall gardening! Learn how to plant cool-season crops for a bountiful harvest. Extend your growing season and prepare for winter and spring with these easy tips.

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Dementia hallucinations and how to comfort your loved one through their fears

Sep 04, 2024 09:11PM ● By Laird Landon

Learn how to comfort a loved one experiencing dementia hallucinations by understanding their fears and providing reassurance, helping them feel safe and supported in their reality.

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Grandparenting moments from afar: The silver lining of sleepless nights

Sep 04, 2024 08:00PM ● By Rhonda Wray

The sweet, everyday moments of long-distance grandparenting brought to life through the power of technology.

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Why pickleball is the perfect sport for seniors and grandkids

Aug 27, 2024 10:02AM ● By Cloie Sandlin

Pickleball's popularity spans generations, with seniors, kids and families flocking to Western Colorado courts. Learn why this easy-to-play sport is perfect for all ages.

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Celebrate age at Montrose-Delta BeaconFest: Free Music, Food and Senior Resources

Aug 26, 2024 03:43PM

Join Montrose-Delta BeaconFest for a day of free music, food, prizes and senior resources on September 12! Connect with over 60 businesses, attend seminars and enjoy live entertainment.

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Can you trust your contractor?

Jul 31, 2024 01:16PM ● By Grand Junction Police Department

Here's how you can avoid home repair scams.

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What proposed budget cuts to Older Americans Act means for seniors

Jul 31, 2024 01:09PM ● By Cloie Sandlin

Proposed cuts to the Older Americans Act threaten essential services for seniors, including meals, job training and fall prevention. Learn how these changes could impact millions of aging Americans.

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Vote for Montrose-Delta Volunteer of the Year

Jul 31, 2024 12:56PM

Seniors make up the majority of our community's volunteers! BEACON Senior News honors these exceptional individuals at Montrose-Delta BeaconFest on September 12 at the Montrose Pavilion.

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Life's a beach: One year later

Jul 30, 2024 10:08PM ● By Jan Weeks

It’s been a year since Jan Weeks left her Redlands home for a new life with her sister in California. Catch up with her journey in her latest article.

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