Policies for ALL Active Adults Activities
Registration
All activities require registration even if there is no charge. Registration is on a first come, first-served basis. Brochures, calendars and flyers will show dates, times, fees, optional expenses and activity level. Payment is required at registration (unless otherwise noted). Participants are NOT registered unless paid. Minimum numbers must be met for the activity to occur. DATES, PRICES AND ACTIVITIES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE.
Cancellation & Refunds
If the event/venue is cancelled or the Coordinator/designee cancels the trip for any reason, a full refund will be credited to your account. Participants will be notified as far in advance as possible of the cancellation. No refund will be issued if the participant fails to show up or is late and misses the van.
Waiting List
When the trip seats are filled, a waiting list will be kept if warranted. If an opening occurs, the top name on the list will be notified in person or by phone.
Departures & Returns
All trips depart and return to the Recreation Center. Participants MUST check in with staff 10 minutes prior to the scheduled departure time. Return times are approximate – please be flexible. No one will be allowed to disembark from the van at any place other than the Recreation Center and prearranged destinations.
Trip Etiquette
Register early so we may adhere to reservations, deadlines and policies. All trips are smoke free. Seat belts usage is required. When boarding the van, please keep in mind that some passengers are less mobile than others and cannot move easily to the rear seats. Be considerate of other passengers in the confined interior of the van by bathing regularly and using perfumes and aftershaves in moderation. If appropriate, bottled drinks and sack lunches may be brought on the van. Please remove all trash and personal items from seats and floor after the trip returns. Please observe physical activity levels of trips.
Physical Activity Levels Of Trips
The driver and/or staff is responsible for assisting in the loading and unloading of passengers. The driver and/or staff is not responsible for ongoing personal assistance during trips.
Minimum activity: Comfortable walking shoes, ability to board the van, limited ability to walk or stand on tours.
Moderate activity: Comfortable walking shoes, ability to board van, ability to walk several blocks, stand on tours and limited use of stairs.
Average activity: Comfortable walking shoes, use of stairs; standing and/or walking for several hours of the day.
Maximum activity: Comfortable shoes or boots, ability to board the van, extended use of stairs, stand and/or extended walking and touring for much of the day.
GIVE US YOUR IDEAS FOR TRIPS AND EVENTS!
Elena M. Metro
Active Adults Program Coordinator
303-857-4200 ext. 112 / emetro@fortlupton.org
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Weld County Nutritional Senior Lunch
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Every Monday, we host a luncheon specifically for the 60+ residents in Fort Lupton and surrounding communities. A reservation by calling 303-857-4200 is required by the previous Thursday at 4:00 pm so that we can provide the correct lunch count on Friday morning. A $3.00 donation is requested for each attendee. We frequently have entertainment after the lunches and on the 2nd and 4th Mondays we play dime bingo afterwards. Come and enjoy a couple of hours of companionship with your friends and neighbors. |
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It's Time To Go Play In The Sun
The Fort Lupton Active adults are going south for a fun filled five-day trip to Laughlin and Las Vegas. We leave Sunday morning via motor coach from the recreation center to DIA to catch our morning flight arriving in Las Vegas before noon. Our motor coach will be waiting to whisk us away for three nights in Laughlin and one night in Vegas was we return. A complete itinerary is available at the Active Adults office at the Recreation Center.
A $200 deposit is required with reservations. All reservations and full payment must be received by March 8, 2012. No refunds can be made after March 8, 2012. Cost includes motor coach transportation to DIA, round trip air fare, motor coach transportation in Nevada, three nights at Harrah's in Laughlin, one night at Harrah's Las Vegas; breakfast daily, two lunches, admission to the Route 66 Museum and Hoover Dam. Cost also includes tour director throughout the trip. Double occupancy per person $975 and $1,095 for single occupancy. For further information or reservations, contact: Active Adults Office, 203 South Harrison, Fort Lupton or phone 303.857.4200 ext. 166. Activity Level: Maximum
Code: 4005.141
Date: April 15 - April 19
Fee: $1,095 for single occupancy
$975 for double occupancy
*Travel Protection Insurance Extra
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In-House Activities
Here are the current in-house activities available for active older adults in the Senior Lounge and the Multi-purpose room:
FREE legal counseling:
Held the second Thursday from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm by appointment only for seniors 60+ in the Senior Lounge.
Mah Jongg:
1:00 pm on the first and third Mondays and 2:00 pm on the second and fourth Mondays (after bingo) in the Senior Lounge.
Medicare/Medicaid Counseling & Benefit Checkup: By appointment only!
Potluck Luncheon:
Held the third Thursday at 12 noon in the
Multipurpose room. FREE with donations accepted.
Monday Lunch:
Every Monday, we host a luncheon specifically for the 60+ residents in Fort Lupton and surrounding communities. A reservation by calling 303-857-4200 is required by the previous Thursday at 4:00 pm so that we can provide the correct lunch count on Friday morning. A $3.00 donation is requested for each attendee. We frequently have entertainment after the lunches and on the 2nd and 4th Mondays we play dime bingo afterwards. Come and enjoy a couple of hours of companionship with your friends and neighbors.
Starting in January 2012, the Senior Advisory Committee will be buying birthday lunches the FIRST MONDAY LUNCH of each month for any senior whose birthday falls in that month and attends the lunch. To qualify, the senior must make a lunch reservation the Thursday before by 4:00 pm and attend the first lunch of the month. NO EXCEPTIONS WILL BE MADE! To make reservations, please call 303.857.4200 ext. 160 to reach the front desk.
Birthday Party:
First Monday of each month, we celebrate that month’s birthdays. Birthday cake is served compliments of Beehive Homes and there is a $3.00 cost for the meal.
Blood Pressure Checks:
Second & Fourth Monday of the month, the Paramedics come and give quick blood pressure checks.
Card Games:
Every Thursday at 1:30 pm in the Senior Lounge. Pinochle is the game of choice.
Dime Bingo:
The second and fourth Monday at 1:00 pm. Nine games - bring 10 dimes & a nickel.
FREE hearing tests:
Available the first Monday of the month by appointment only.
Rowdy Bunch Coffee:
Join other seniors for coffee, donuts and stimulating conversations! Every Wednesday from 8:00 am – 10:00 am in the Senior Lounge. FREE; donations accepted.
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