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Our ability to offer opportunities for participants to build skills for independence, improve mental, social and physical health, and become valued contributing members of the community, is made possible because we have support from people like YOU, our families, our friends, and our community! As a non-profit human service agency we rely heavily on fundraising to carry out our strategic initiatives. As part of our fundraising efforts this year we are planning our TOPGOLF Tournament and and we think YOU will want to be a part of it. Participate in a Team Tournament and hear a special appeal for one of FRIENDS' greatest needs. Register as an individual, gather 5 friends and register as a team, or invite your company to sponsor your team of 6. Together we explore possibilities and provide opportunities for our FRIENDS participants.
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BeFRIEND Beer Pong Tournament | |
Heating Up!
Our Young Professional Board, BeFRIEND, is putting on a Beer Pong Tournament to raise funds for FRIENDS’ Day, Residential, Social & Travel, and Supported Employment programs supporting adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Join us Saturday, May 18th for a single elimination tournament at Jacksons in Denver across from Coors Field. Event is 21+ and each team registration is $50 including 6 crushable beers and entry in the Tournament. Krumsy will be spinning beats as you try to be crowned the Beer Pong Champion! Space is limited.
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Thank you to the Rotary Club of Broomfield Crossing for having us at their 7th Annual Brain Trust. FRIENDS put together a team, "FRIENDS in Low Places", to take on the 25+ teams in a good old fashion game of trivia. They fought hard and finished in 10th. | |
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Thank you so much to our wonderful new friends at Polka Dot Powerhouse - Westminster, Colorado Chapter. Last week members from Polka Dot's Westminster Chapter volunteered at FRIENDS Day Program. These amazing women had the chance to meet our participants and get a glimpse at our day to day in our Karaoke, Aerial Gym, Bowling, Ball Sports, Self Defense, Sketching, Painting, Minute-To-Win-It, and Career Readiness Classes. The Friends love the opportunity to connect and build new relationships with our community. | |
A huge thank you to our amazing Life At NetApp Volunteers from NetApp! From unleashing creativity in our Pinterest Art Class to sharing laughs over a game of pool in our Billiards Class, your involvement made each moment extra special. Here's to your generosity and the positive impact you've made on our community! | |
Thank you so much to our superb guests from Swisslog for joining us at our End of Month Celebrations last Friday! If you are interested in celebrating our Friends' birthdays and accomplishments this month, please reach out to Rabin at rwalters@friendsofbroomfield.org. | |
Caregiver Forum Rescheduled
Due to limited availability for our Caregiver Forum next Friday, we've decided to reschedule it for April. We apologize for any inconvenience and encourage you to reach out to Annie or Gina with any immediate questions you have.
In the meantime, join Imagine's virtual Town Hall on February 29th at 6:00pm to learn more about the changes around their Case Management Redesign. Additional information can be found here.
Thank you for your understanding. We look forward to meeting in April with more to discuss.
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We Need Your Feedback!
At FRIENDS, our top priority is to serve you the best we can. We are asking if you would click the link below and take our Satisfaction Survey. We'd love to hear how we are doing, what we can do to improve, and what we are doing well! We have also included questions to get your feedback about projects for the future. Thank you very much for helping us strive to be better!
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February Class Calendar
Check out our February class schedule. The Friends are enjoying new classes this semester such as Hydroponics, Pinterest & Podcast, and Sketching.
Program Closed Mon. 3/25/24. View in service day calendar.
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FRIENDS Social & Travel Program | |
PLEASE NOTE:
NEW FEES
Costs such as activity fees, transportation and supplies for Social Programs has gone up. While we want to keep these activities affordable, we don't want to compromise the support, or the unique and engaging activities we provide. Therefore, beginning in February, the fee for evening Social Programs like Women's, Men's and FRIENDS Night Out will increase to $40. Day out activites will be priced as usual. If you have questions, or this presents a hardship, please email Annie at agreen@friendsofbroomfield.org or Gina at gcoufal@friendsofbroomfield.org.
TRANSPORTATION to and from FRIENDS
Times of the events will vary depending on the activities. For those dropping off participants, please do not arrive earlier than 10 min before the start, and please pick up no later than 10 minutes after the event. For those on AAR, please make certain to schedule transportation to and from events as close to the event times as possible. If the event starts at 6 please schedule for 5:30--6:00pm. If the event ends at 8pm, please schedule for 7:45 - 8:15pm. FRIENDS staff is not available to provide supervision prior to the start of an event or after an event ends. We will make every effort to accomodate Access-A-Ride early or late arrivals. However, for those with private transportation, If we need to provide additional staff time to accommodate early drop offs or late pick ups, we will charge additional fees. We appreciate your consideration.
To register email info@friendsofbroomfield.org or pay online here
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Men's Night Out
Friday March 8th
6:00PM - 8:00PM $40
Candle Making
Please join us for an evening of creative fun and candle making. Let your imagination run wild while you create amazing sand patterns with candle sand wax. Everyone will take home their creations. Please eat dinner at home. Meet at FRIENDS at 6:00pm. Arrange for your ride home at 8:00pm.
Register by March 4th
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Women's Night Out
Friday March 8th
5:30PM - 8:00PM $40
Puppy Yoga
Tonight, we head to Rocky Mountain Sports Club for Puppy Yoga! In partnership with iResQ, a local animal rescue, join us for an evening of relaxing breathwork, meditation, and doggo love. Experience the stress-relieving benefits of yoga, sound healing, and meditation while sharing the space with these lovable dogs. This interaction will work healing magic for both people and our furry friends. Please eat dinner at home and meet us at FRIENDS at 5:30 PM. You can arrange for your ride home at 8:00 PM.
Register by March 4th
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FRIENDS Day Out
Saturday March 16th
10:00AM - 3:00PM $225
Cirque du Soleil: Crystal
A day with Cirque du Soleil CRYSTAL, explores a brand new creative territory for the first time in the company’s 39-year history. This unique production pushes boundaries of the circus arts by combining stunning skating and acrobatic feats that defy the imagination.
Please meet us at FRIENDS at 10:00 AM. You can arrange for your ride home at 3:00 PM. We will get lunch at Ball Arena during the show.
Registration Full
Register by March 7th
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FRIENDS Night Out
Thurs. March 21st
6:00PM - 8:00PM $40
Thornton Choir
Join us for a spectacular night of music when we are joined by the Thornton Chorus for a concert and sing-a-long. Please eat dinner at home and meet us at FRIENDS at 6:00 PM. Arrange for your ride home at 8:00 PM.
Register by March 18th
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2024 Travel Catalog
We fill each day of your trip with all-inclusive tours, recreation, and other unique activities. These opportunities stimulate intellectual growth, generate social interactions, and provide memories to last a lifetime. Of course, there is also plenty of time to relax and enjoy the delicious cuisine of the area and the company of others.
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FRIENDS Residential Program | |
With tax season upon us please read. | |
The Taxpayer's Bill of Rights (TABOR) Amendment was approved by voters in 1992. This amendment to the Constitution of the State of Colorado generally limits the amount of revenue governments in the state can retain and spend. Absent voter approval, it requires excess revenue to be refunded to taxpayers. TABOR also requires voter approval for certain tax increases. The state TABOR revenue limit is generally equal to the prior fiscal year's limit plus the rate of inflation and population growth in Colorado, subject to a voter-approved floor. For more information about TABOR, visit the Legislative Council TABOR web page. | |
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Nov. 17 - Nov. 20, 2023 a special session of the 74th General Assembly was held in Colorado, which temporarily changed the 2023 TABOR refund.
SB23B-003 (Identical TABOR Refund) Adjusts the TABOR refund mechanisms for tax year 2023. For one year only (2023), TABOR state sales tax refunds claimed on income tax returns, or PTC applications, will provide an equal refund of $800 for all qualifying individuals ($1,600 for two qualifying individuals filing jointly). The qualifications for individuals to receive the state sales tax refund, the filing deadlines, and the requirements to claim a refund have stayed the same.
Note: While SB23B-003 made adjustments to the calculation of the TABOR State Sales Tax Refund for one year to make the dollar amount per qualifying taxpayer flat, SB23B-003 did not change the filing requirements for the existing refund mechanism. There is no direct payment option for taxpayers like there was for the Colorado Cash Back program and this refund will not work similarly to Colorado Cash Back. Taxpayers must file a 2023 individual income tax return (or PTC application) and claim the refund to access their TABOR state sales tax refund. In particular, it is important to note that certain individuals must file by April 15 in order to claim the refund. Refer to the instructions for the individual income tax return (DR 0104) or the PTC application (DR 0104PTC) for filing instructions and deadlines.
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Affordable Housing Resources | |
Are you in search of affordable housing but feeling overwhelmed by the process? Don’t fret! We’ve compiled a list of valuable resources to assist you in your quest for suitable accommodation:
Local Housing Authority
Reach out to your local housing authority for guidance and information on affordable housing programs available in your area. They can provide valuable assistance and connect you with relevant resources and support services. This link has a list of all the housing authorities in Colorado by location.
Colorado Housing Search
This is a free, housing locator service jointly sponsored by Colorado Housing and Finance Authority (CHFA), the Colorado Division of Housing, and with collaboration from multiple agencies, is a public service to the residents of Colorado. The fast, easy-to-use, free search lets people look for rental housing using a wide variety of criteria and special mapping features. The service also provides links to housing resources and helpful tools for renters. This site can be accessed online 24 hours a day and is supported by a toll-free, bilingual call center available Monday - Friday, 7:00 am - 6:00 pm MST.
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Are You Hiring?
Then look no further as FRIENDS might have your next employee of the month. Please reach out to Jamie Howard to find out who is currently in the midst of looking for a job and see if they are a perfect for you and your company.
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