Events - LIFTT

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.

New DPP Class Starts February 11

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: Tuesdays at 5 PM starting February 11

Where: Billings LIFTT Office, 1241 Crawford Dr.

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 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.

Optimize your Brain Health this Winter!

New Year, New Mindset!

As we step into 2025, the promise of new beginnings resonates deeply at Living Independently for Today and Tomorrow (LIFTT). With the challenges of the past years, we are more committed than ever to equipping our community with tools that promote independence, well-being, and a future filled with potential. This January, we’re excited to highlight one of our most transformative offerings: the Optimize Your Brain Health Class.

Why should brain health matter to you? Because your brain is not just an organ; it’s your life’s command center. At LIFTT, we believe in empowering individuals to make lifestyle changes that enable the brain to heal, grow, and thrive. This belief is the foundation of our eight-week Optimize Your Brain Health Class. LIFTT will offer two sessions of this eight-week class this winter, One on Mondays at 10 a.m. beginning January 13 and another on Wednesdays at 3 p.m. beginning January 15. Both sessions will be held in the community of LIFTT’s Billings office at 1241 Crawford Drive.

During these sessions, you’ll dive into actionable strategies for a healthier mind. Weekly discussions will cover essential habits such as exercise, nutrition, sleep, and stress management, all designed to unlock your brain’s incredible potential for resilience and growth.

But that’s not all. For those looking to sustain their journey, LIFTT offers Monthly Discussions where participants can engage in reading groups, share insights from books and articles, and foster an ongoing support system. This collaborative environment makes forming and maintaining brain-healthy habits not only possible but enjoyable.

The heart behind these classes is Eileen Rodriguez, one of LIFTT’s passionate Nutritional Health Coaches. Trained by Dr. Dale Bredesen as a ReCODE 2.0 Health Coach, Eileen brings expertise and compassion to every session. Her mission is simple yet profound: to help you prioritize and protect your brain’s health for years to come.

Whether taking your first steps toward a healthier lifestyle or deepening an existing journey, LIFTT is here to guide and support you. Let’s make 2025 the year of transformation, starting with our minds. For more information or to register for Optimize Your Brain Health, contact Eileen at (406) 294-5185 or eileenr@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 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.

United We Serve Marks MLK Day

Join LIFTT, The United Way of Yellowstone County, MSU Billings, Eagle Mount, and other community-minded organizations and individuals for a commemorative ceremony and an exciting and inclusive volunteering event on January 20, from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Monday, January 20, on the MSUB campus.

Led by MSUB’s Student United Way, United We Serve will offer a variety of volunteer opportunities in an accessible and welcoming environment, including making sandwiches for our neighbors in need alongside local aid heroes.

Whether you’re coming alone or bringing your organization or business team, this is a fantastic chance to spread kindness and honor the remarkable legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Collaborate with your fellow community members to positively impact our community in an inclusive setting.

Here’s the plan:

MSUB Bell-Ringing Ceremony at MSUB Peaks to Plains Park and Petro Theatre: 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m.
United We Serve service project in MSUB Student Union Glacier Room: 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Don’t miss the opportunity for fun and fulfillment!

Click here to go to the United Way website to register for United We Serve and to choose your volunteer activity. For more information or to register offline, contact Crissy Brese, Engagement Coordinator at the United Way of Yellowstone County at (406) 272-8511 or volcoord@uwyellowstone.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 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.