Events - LIFTT

Flash Tattoo Fundraiser for LIFTT April 12 to May 1

Hey Tattoo Lovers and Supporters of LIFTT!

LIFTT and Legendary Tattoo Studio and Art Gallery of Billings are teaming up to host a “Flash Fundraiser” for LIFTT between Saturday, April 12, and Thursday, May 1!

Together, we’ve created a powerful series of empowerment tattoos that honor and represent the journey of those living with disabilities—whether physical, mental, or emotional.

These unique designs are part of a Tattoo Flash Sale Fundraiser, and every inked piece will directly support LIFTT’s mission to help disabled and elderly individuals live more independent and empowered lives.

WHEN: April 12 to May 1

COST: Starting at just $100 per tattoo

TO SCHEDULE: Call Legendary Tattoo Studio at 406-534-8760 or stop by Legendary at 1126 16th Street W in the Alpine Village Plaza.

Come get inked for a cause. Show your support through art. Help us make a lasting impact!

Join us, spread the word, and let’s raise awareness—one tattoo at a time.

Here are some of the samples of empowering Tattoo designs that will be available during the LIFTT Flash Tattoo fundraiser April 12 through May 1 at Legendary Tattoo in BIllings.
More samples of empowering Tattoo designs that will be available during the LIFTT Flash Tattoo fundraiser April 12 through May 1 at Legendary Tattoo in BIllings.
More samples of empowering Tattoo designs that will be available during the LIFTT Flash Tattoo fundraiser April 12 through May 1 at Legendary Tattoo in BIllings.
More samples of empowering Tattoo designs that will be available during the LIFTT Flash Tattoo fundraiser April 12 through May 1 at Legendary Tattoo in BIllings.
More samples of empowering Tattoo designs that will be available during the LIFTT Flash Tattoo fundraiser April 12 through May 1 at Legendary Tattoo in BIllings.

Disclaimer: This is a voluntary event, and participation is at your own discretion. Choosing to get a tattoo is entirely your decision. Getting the LIFTT logo tattooed is not permitted.

About Living Independently for Today & Tomorrow (LIFTT): LIFTT is a Montana 501(c)3 corporation organized as a Center for Independent Living (CIL). With team members based in Billings and Glendive, LIFTT provides aging and disabled members of the community with programs and services that help empower them to break down the physical, bureaucratic, and cultural barriers that prevent them from being fully independent participants in their lives and communities throughout 18 counties in southeastern and south-central Montana: Big Horn, Carbon, Carter, Custer, Dawson, Fallon, Garfield, Golden Valley, McCone, Musselshell, Powder River, Prairie, Richland, Rosebud, Stillwater, Treasure, Wibaux, and Yellowstone. For more information, please visit liftt.org or download our mobile app for your Apple or Android Device.

You can donate to LIFTT by clicking here.

LIFTT & Apex Fitness to hold workshop April 28

Join us at LIFTT’s Billings office (1241 Crawford Drive) on Monday, April 28, for an empowering and informative event with Luke McLaughlin, co-owner and personal trainer at Apex Fitness and Personal Training! Luke will share his expertise on the importance of strength training as we age, along with practical tips and simple exercises to help you build strength, improve mobility, and boost overall wellness—no matter your fitness level.

Whether you’re just starting your fitness journey or looking to stay strong and independent as you age, this is a great opportunity to learn from a pro and get moving in a supportive environment.

The workshop will be beginner-friendly, featuring live demonstrations and an open question & answer period.

For more information about the Apex Fitness strength training workshop and the rest of LIFTT’s health and wellness offerings, including our regular Monday Strength Training Class and Tai Chi Tuesdays, contact our nutritional health coaches, Anya Pullis, (406) 606-1766, anyap@liftt.org or Eileen Rodriguez, (406) 294-5185, eileenr@liftt.org

Don’t miss out—mark your calendar for Monday, April 28, at 4 p.m. and bring a friend!

About Living Independently for Today & Tomorrow (LIFTT): LIFTT is a Montana 501(c)3 corporation organized as a Center for Independent Living (CIL). With team members based in Billings and Glendive, LIFTT provides aging and disabled members of the community with programs and services that help empower them to break down the physical, bureaucratic, and cultural barriers that prevent them from being fully independent participants in their lives and communities throughout 18 counties in southeastern and south-central Montana: Big Horn, Carbon, Carter, Custer, Dawson, Fallon, Garfield, Golden Valley, McCone, Musselshell, Powder River, Prairie, Richland, Rosebud, Stillwater, Treasure, Wibaux, and Yellowstone. For more information, please visit liftt.org or download our mobile app for your Apple or Android Device.

You can donate to LIFTT by clicking here.

Disability Resource Fairs set for Eastern Montana

The Montana Statewide Independent Living Council (MTSILC) is partnering with community organizations, including LIFTT, to hold “Disability Resource Fairs” in three Eastern Montana communities this May. The fairs will allow people with disabilities, families, caregivers, and interested community members to connect with LIFTT and other regional service providers to learn more about the programs and assistance offered.

The three events scheduled are:

Tuesday, May 6, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Event Center Addition @ the Richland County Fairgrounds, Sidney
Wednesday, May 7, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Miles Community College, Miles City
Thursday, May 8, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Big Horn Center (200 N. Mitchell Ave.), Hardin

Admission to the Disability Resource Fairs in each community is free. Service providers wishing to table at the events can register for free until April 25. To register or for more information about the Eastern Montana Disability Resource Fairs, contact Julia Arnold, MTSLIC program manager, at (406) 202-8064 or Julia.Arnold@mt.gov.

We look forward to seeing everyone May 6, 7 & 8!

About Living Independently for Today & Tomorrow (LIFTT): LIFTT is a Montana 501(c)3 corporation organized as a Center for Independent Living (CIL). With team members based in Billings and Glendive, LIFTT provides aging and disabled members of the community with programs and services that help empower them to break down the physical, bureaucratic, and cultural barriers that prevent them from being fully independent participants in their lives and communities throughout 18 counties in southeastern and south-central Montana: Big Horn, Carbon, Carter, Custer, Dawson, Fallon, Garfield, Golden Valley, McCone, Musselshell, Powder River, Prairie, Richland, Rosebud, Stillwater, Treasure, Wibaux, and Yellowstone. For more information, please visit liftt.org or download our mobile app for your Apple or Android Device.

You can donate to LIFTT by clicking here.

Community Vaccine Clinic @ LIFTT Billings April 4

Living Independently for Today & Tomorrow (LIFTT), in partnership with RiverStone Health, will hold a community vaccine clinic on Friday, April 4, from 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Billings LIFTT office (1241 Crawford Drive).

Vaccines scheduled to be available include Influenza, COVID-19, Tetanus, Diphtheria, Pertussis (Tdap), Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV), Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, and Human papillomavirus (HPV). Medicare, Medicaid, and private Insurance cover all of these vaccinations. Patients wishing to use insurance must present their insurance card before immunization.

Doses of the Tdap, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, COVID, HPV, and Flu vaccines are available free of charge to those without healthcare coverage on a first-come, first-served basis.

For more information about the April 4 Community Vaccine Clinic and LIFTT’s work in vaccine access, contact LIFTT at (406) 259-5181 or liftt.org/contact.

About Living Independently for Today & Tomorrow (LIFTT): LIFTT is a Montana 501(c)3 corporation organized as a Center for Independent Living (CIL). With team members based in Billings and Glendive, LIFTT provides aging and disabled members of the community with programs and services that help empower them to break down the physical, bureaucratic, and cultural barriers that prevent them from being fully independent participants in their lives and communities throughout 18 counties in southeastern and south-central Montana: Big Horn, Carbon, Carter, Custer, Dawson, Fallon, Garfield, Golden Valley, McCone, Musselshell, Powder River, Prairie, Richland, Rosebud, Stillwater, Treasure, Wibaux, and Yellowstone. For more information, please visit liftt.org or download our mobile app for your Apple or Android Device.

You can donate to LIFTT by clicking here.

Pizza Ranch Fundraiser for LIFTT March 20

There will be a Pizza Ranch Fundraiser for LIFTT! on Thursday, March 20, from 5-8 p.m. at the Billings West End Pizza Ranch (2025 King Avenue)

LIFTT Team Members will be at the restaurant bussing tables (cash tips will go towards LIFTT!) and letting folks know about all of the exciting things we have going on at LIFTT. We may also have some baked goods on sale for dessert! Pizza Ranch generously donates 20% of proceeds from orders (both dine-in and to-go), but the customer must tell the cashier they would like to support the LIFTT Fundraiser.

So this Thursday between 5 and 8, come to the King Avenue Pizza Ranch, dine in, or pick up dinner for the family. When you pay the check, make sure you tell your cashier that “I’d like to support the LIFTT Fundraiser.”

Thanks for your support of LIFTT and the empowerment of the aging and disabled community!

About Living Independently for Today & Tomorrow (LIFTT): LIFTT is a Montana 501(c)3 corporation organized as a Center for Independent Living (CIL). With team members based in Billings and Glendive, LIFTT provides aging and disabled members of the community with programs and services that help empower them to break down the physical, bureaucratic, and cultural barriers that prevent them from being fully independent participants in their lives and communities throughout 18 counties in southeastern and south-central Montana: Big Horn, Carbon, Carter, Custer, Dawson, Fallon, Garfield, Golden Valley, McCone, Musselshell, Powder River, Prairie, Richland, Rosebud, Stillwater, Treasure, Wibaux, and Yellowstone. For more information, please visit liftt.org or download our mobile app for your Apple or Android Device.

You can donate to LIFTT by clicking here.

Glendive Cheesecake Luncheon March 16

Say Cheese(cake) for a Cause!

Join us for a delightful afternoon at LIFTT’s Cheesecake Luncheon, where every bite makes a difference!

When: Sunday, March 16th | 11 AM – 2 PM
Where: Black Sheep Market 108 S Merrill Glendive, MT
Cost: $15 per person

Indulge in a delicious soup, bread, and cheesecake luncheon while supporting a mission that empowers aging and disabled individuals to live independently. Your contribution helps fund LIFTT’s vital programs, including health and wellness initiatives, our personal care assistant program, community health worker services, and a peer support program that provides essential life skills and mentorship.

Join us for great food, meaningful connections, and the chance to make a lasting impact in our community. We can’t wait to see you there!

Reserve your spot now by contacting the Glendive LIFTT office at (406) 948-8500 or by emailing Tina Carter: tinac@liftt.org

About Living Independently for Today & Tomorrow (LIFTT): LIFTT is a Montana 501(c)3 corporation organized as a Center for Independent Living (CIL). With team members based in Billings and Glendive, LIFTT provides aging and disabled members of the community with programs and services that help empower them to break down the physical, bureaucratic, and cultural barriers that prevent them from being fully independent participants in their lives and communities throughout 18 counties in southeastern and south-central Montana: Big Horn, Carbon, Carter, Custer, Dawson, Fallon, Garfield, Golden Valley, McCone, Musselshell, Powder River, Prairie, Richland, Rosebud, Stillwater, Treasure, Wibaux, and Yellowstone. For more information, please visit liftt.org or download our mobile app for your Apple or Android Device.

You can donate to LIFTT by clicking here.

LIFTT Board of Directors meets March 6

The LIFTT Board of Directors will hold an ordinary meeting on Thursday, March 6, 2025, at 4 p.m. in the board room of the Billings LIFTT office at 1241 Crawford Drive. The public is invited to attend the meeting and offer comments during the public comment period.

Click here to view or download the meeting agenda for the March 6, 2025, LIFTT board of directors meeting. (Adobe PDF)

About Living Independently for Today & Tomorrow (LIFTT): LIFTT is a Montana 501(c)3 corporation organized as a Center for Independent Living (CIL). With team members based in Billings and Glendive, LIFTT provides aging and disabled members of the community with programs and services that help empower them to break down the physical, bureaucratic, and cultural barriers that prevent them from being fully independent participants in their lives and communities throughout 18 counties in southeastern and south-central Montana: Big Horn, Carbon, Carter, Custer, Dawson, Fallon, Garfield, Golden Valley, McCone, Musselshell, Powder River, Prairie, Richland, Rosebud, Stillwater, Treasure, Wibaux, and Yellowstone. For more information, please visit liftt.org or download our mobile app for your Apple or Android Device.

You can donate to LIFTT by clicking here.

“Optimize Your Brain Health” starts March 17 & 19

Join us this spring for this FREE 8-week course called “Optimize Your Brain Health.” In this class, we’ll explore lifestyle changes that support the brain’s ability to heal and thrive and can help prevent cognitive decline. Each week, we’ll focus on a key brain health habit, covering essential topics such as exercise, nutrition, sleep, and stress management techniques.

LIFTT Nutritional Health Coach Eileen Rodriguez leads “Optimize Your Brain Health.” Rodriguez has trained as a ReCODE 2.0 health coach under the direction of Dr. Dale Bredesen and is passionate about empowering individuals with the support and guidance needed to safeguard and enhance cognitive health as they age.

Two class sessions are scheduled to begin in March; one on Mondays at 10 a.m. will begin March 17, and another on Wednesdays at 1:30 p.m. will begin March 19. Both class sessions will be held in the Community Room at LIFTT’s Billings office (1241 Crawford Drive) For more information or to register, contact Eileen Rodriguez at (406) 294-5185 or eileenr@liftt.org

Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your well-being and boost your brain health!

About Living Independently for Today & Tomorrow (LIFTT): LIFTT is a Montana 501(c)3 corporation organized as a Center for Independent Living (CIL). With team members based in Billings and Glendive, LIFTT provides aging and disabled members of the community with programs and services that help empower them to break down the physical, bureaucratic, and cultural barriers that prevent them from being fully independent participants in their lives and communities throughout 18 counties in southeastern and south-central Montana: Big Horn, Carbon, Carter, Custer, Dawson, Fallon, Garfield, Golden Valley, McCone, Musselshell, Powder River, Prairie, Richland, Rosebud, Stillwater, Treasure, Wibaux, and Yellowstone. For more information, please visit liftt.org or download our mobile app for your Apple or Android Device.

You can donate to LIFTT by clicking here.

Roundup DPP Class Starts March 6

Are you ready to feel your best and take control of your health? Join us for a FREE, interactive Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP) to help you prevent diabetes and thrive through simple nutrition tips, fun physical activity ideas, and sustainable lifestyle changes.

When: Thursdays at 10 AM starting March 6

Where: Area 2 Agency on Aging 1502 4th Street W, Roundup MT.

What: Guided by experienced Lifestyle Coaches, this welcoming DPP class follows the Prevent T2 for All curriculum and empowers you with practical tools to improve your health. As the program progresses, classes are spaced out to fit your lifestyle and keep you on track.

Why?

Learn how to eat balanced meals without sacrificing flavor.
Discover easy, enjoyable ways to stay active.
Gain support from coaches and peers every step of the way.

Secure Your Spot Today! For more information and to ensure you’re eligible for this life-changing program, please contact LIFTT Nutritional Health Coach Anya Pulis at (406) 606-1766 or anyap@liftt.org.

Take the first step toward a healthier you—we can’t wait to meet you!

About Living Independently for Today & Tomorrow (LIFTT): LIFTT is a Montana 501(c)3 corporation organized as a Center for Independent Living (CIL). With team members based in Billings and Glendive, LIFTT provides aging and disabled members of the community with programs and services that help empower them to break down the physical, bureaucratic, and cultural barriers that prevent them from being fully independent participants in their lives and communities throughout 18 counties in southeastern and south-central Montana: Big Horn, Carbon, Carter, Custer, Dawson, Fallon, Garfield, Golden Valley, McCone, Musselshell, Powder River, Prairie, Richland, Rosebud, Stillwater, Treasure, Wibaux, and Yellowstone. For more information, please visit liftt.org or download our mobile app for your Apple or Android Device.

You can donate to LIFTT by clicking here.

Extraordinary Board Meeting February 12

The LIFTT board of directors will hold an extraordinary meeting on Wedensday, February 12, 2025, at 8 a.m. at the Billings LIFTT office (1241 Crawford Drive). The public is invited to attend and offer comments during the public comment period.

Click here to view or download the agenda for the February 12, 2025, Extraordinary LIFTT Board of Directors meeting. (Adobe PDF)

About Living Independently for Today & Tomorrow (LIFTT): LIFTT is a Montana 501(c)3 corporation organized as a Center for Independent Living (CIL). With team members based in Billings and Glendive, LIFTT provides people with disabilities with programs and services that help empower them to break down the physical, bureaucratic, and cultural barriers that prevent them from being fully independent participants in their lives and communities throughout 18 counties in southeastern and south-central Montana: Big Horn, Carbon, Carter, Custer, Dawson, Fallon, Garfield, Golden Valley, McCone, Musselshell, Powder River, Prairie, Richland, Rosebud, Stillwater, Treasure, Wibaux, and Yellowstone. For more information, please visit liftt.org or download our mobile app for your Apple or Android Device.

You can donate to LIFTT by clicking here.