Tamera Manzanares
Recent Stories
Aging Well: Painting with fabric: Quilting can bring income, pleasure
A complex array of red, orange and rust tones mesmerize while telling the story of a devastating wildfire. The elaborate patterns are pieced together in a quilt inspired by the Hinman fire near Clark seven summers ago.
Aging Well: Don't be duped - be aware of scams
Scam artists in Canada have been busy tricking, or trying to trick, local residents out of their money.
Aging Well: Moffat County group soaks up Hawaiian experience
One week in January, several local older adults were wearing coats, hats and boots. The next week, they waded into the warm ocean, were surprised and delighted by frolicking whales and watched red hot lava simmer into the sea.
Aging Well: Snowshoeing gets heart, spirit pumping
The sun is shining, and the snow is fresh. It's the perfect day to snowshoe up the Uranium Mine trail near Fish Creek Falls.
Aging Well: Wellness Days kicks off in Hayden
It's cold, the wind is blowing and it's tempting to stay cooped up at home. Too much isolation, however, can leave older adults feeling depressed or just plain bored.
Aging Well: Fitness classes inspire students, instructors
Take some relaxation, add a little relief and empowerment, some friendship and a touch of silliness, and you have the recipe for a typical Aging Well fitness class.
Aging Well: Cancer screenings available to low-income women
Exercise more, eat better and quit smoking - these are just a few goals likely to show up on many to-do lists for 2009.
Aging Well: Awareness, positive outlook are key to diabetes care
Saundra Steele first noticed her vision problems on a routine drive to Craig. Road signs, which normally appeared clear, were blurry, even through her prescription glasses.
Class helps older adults remain active, healthy
Staying on top of healthy habits, such as exercise and good nutrition, can be hard enough without the added complications of chronic health problems.
Aging Well: Fitness, lessons help older skiers, riders stay safe
At their best, alpine skiing, teleing and snowboarding are exhilarating, freeing and fun sports. At their worst, they can be painful.
