BEACON Guide 2025 - Montrose & Delta Counties

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Senior Living

Independent Living

Assisted Living Memory Care

Come home to an Independent lifestyle where someone else does all the chores .

.Three restaurant style meals a day

Around-the-clock professional, attentive personal care

State-of-the-art emergency call system

Housekeeping and laundry services

• Planned social, cultural and recreational activities

Individual heating and air-conditioning

• Customized levels of care

• Cable TV, telephone and Internet access provided Utilities included

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Aging is all about attitude, so pick a good one!

Working at BEACON Senior News has taught me that aging isn’t fair. I’ve met some lucky 80-year-olds who look like they’re 60 and several 50-year-olds who act like they’re 70. Good genes play a part, but a great attitude is even more important to aging well.

In Western Colorado, we’re fortunate to have a wealth of services to support your journey to aging well. Whether you’re looking at options for yourself or helping an aging parent from afar, navigating these resources can be confusing and expensive. But don’t worry! We’ll help you sort them out in this trusted yearly guide to aging well in Montrose & Delta counties.

While other guides exist, The BEACON Guide stands out for these reasons:

Relevant - We’ve organized hundreds of resources based on when you might need them. From clubs and government agencies to retirement planners, home contractors, physicians, home health providers, retirement communities and support groups, you’ll discover hard-to-find contact information in one place. Plus, we’ve included insightful articles to help you along the way.

Reliable - Every listing in The BEACON Guide has been personally verified to ensure it’s a trusted resource for local seniors and those who assist them.

Reputable - For more than 30 years, BEACON Senior News has been the voice of local seniors. While we can’t include every service in The BEACON Guide, we take great care to feature only reputable companies and resources.

HOW TO USE THE BEACON GUIDE

• Resources are organized into 10 sections that follow the stages when you’re most likely to need them. Some sections, like Clubs & Activities, apply to all stages of life.

• Within each section, resources are listed alphabetically by category (except for Senior Housing).

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I hope you find this 2025 edition of The BEACON Guide useful in helping you navigate the transitions ahead. Here’s to aging well! ■

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agencies will advocate for you, connecting you to services that keep you active at every stage of aging and support your independence for as long as possible.

Who is the best person to talk to about Medicare?

Courtesy of the National Council on Aging

Enrolling in Medicare isn’t just a way to get health care coverage when you turn 65; it’s a major part of ensuring financial security during retirement.

That’s because health care can make up a significant portion of living expenses later in life. In 2023, Fidelity estimated that an average couple retiring at 65 would spend about $315,000 on health care over the course of their retirement.

When it comes time to sign up for a Medicare plan, it’s important to choose wisely. Mistakes like picking the wrong plan or missing enrollment deadlines can be costly and the financial impact of these mistakes can build over time.

“You want to make sure that your health plan will help you pay for the health care that you need, but you also don’t want to throw away money paying for more insurance than you actually need,” explained Samuel Kina, Senior Vice President of Economics & Research at Picwell, Inc.

Navigating Medicare on your own can be confusing. There’s a wide range of coverage choices, including original Medicare (Parts A and B), Medicare Part D, Medicare Advantage (Part C) and Medigap. Annual costs among these plans can vary by hundreds or even thousands of dollars. There are out-of-pocket costs to consider as well, such as premiums, deductibles, coinsurance and copayments.

Complicating matters even more is the fact that certain plans—specifically, Medicare Advantage, Part D and Medigap—are administered and sold by private insurance carriers (not the federal government). The constant barrage of non-local TV, radio and online Medicare ads, especially during Medicare’s Open Enrollment period (October 15 to December 7), can make it hard to distinguish fact from fiction.

TALK TO A QUALIFIED EXPERT

For reliable guidance, consult a qualified Medicare adviser who can provide personalized enrollment advice without steering you toward specific plans. They’ll help you evaluate:

• Whether the plan covers the services you need

• Your premiums, deductibles and out-of-pocket costs

• Prescription drug costs

• How Medicare will work with your existing health or drug plans

• Whether you have a choice of providers or you have to stick with providers and facilities within a network

• Coverage while traveling abroad

Consulting with a legitimate Medicare expert is free. Experts offer impartial advice and ongoing support for Medicare issues, explaining details clearly and providing a broad range of options to fit your needs.

FIND YOUR LOCAL SHIP OFFICE

State Health Insurance Assistance Programs (SHIP) offer free, impartial and personalized insurance counseling and assistance to Medicare-eligible individuals, their families and caregivers. Staffed by trained volunteers, SHIP programs do not sell insurance products and are available in all 50 states. A certified SHIP counselor can help you:

• Understand Medicare basics and eligibility

• Review health and prescription coverage options

• Understand Medicare out-of-pocket costs as well as programs that can help you pay for these costs

• Ensure your rights are protected under Medicare

• Refer you to other agencies for additional help, if needed

• Resolve billing issues or complaints

Free SHIP services are available in Montrose and Delta counties through Region 10 Area Agency on Aging. To schedule an appointment or learn about free Medicare presentations and walk-in events, call 970-765-3129.

MEDICARE SUPPORT HOTLINE

For assistance, call 1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227). TTY users can call 1-877-486-2048. Support is available 24/7, except for some federal holidays. ■

Editor’s Note: At BEACON Senior News, we are committed to connecting our readers with reliable local resources. In this section, you’ll find a list of trusted Medicare experts who offer guidance, expertise and free, personalized support to help you confidently navigate your Medicare options.

ADVOCACY

AARP Colorado

866-554-5376

Advocate Colorado Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program 970-249-2436

Colorado Center for Aging ............................................ 720-835-1976

Colorado Culture Change Coalition 303-868-4311

Colorado Gerontological Society 303-333-3482

National Council on Aging .............................................. 571-527-3900

National Hispanic Council on Aging ........................... 202-347-9733

U.S. Senate Special Committee on Aging 855-303-9470

AGENCIES ON AGING

Administration on Aging, Community Living

Administration on Aging, Eldercare Locator Service

303-844-7815

800-677-1116

Area Agency on Aging, Region 10 970-249-2436 Delta County Council on Aging ....................................970-773-4495

AGING IN PLACE

Aging and Disability Resources for Colorado (ADRC) ...................................................... 970-249-2436

Senior CommUnity Care (PACE), Eckert,

See ad on back cover ...................................... 970-835-2900

Senior CommUnity Care (PACE), Montrose, See ad on back cover ...................................... 970-964-3500

See Home Services > Aging in Place for specialized home modifications and maintenance services

See Caregiving > Home Health (Medical and Non-Medical) for companionship, personal care and household assistance

DRIVER SAFETY

AARP Driver Safety

ELDER ABUSE & NEGLECT

AARP ElderWatch

877-846-3299

800-222-4444 x2

Adult Protection, Delta County 970-874-2030

Adult Protection, Montrose County .......................... 970-252-5087

Advocate Colorado Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program ..................................................... 970-249-2436

Colorado Coalition for Elder Rights (elder abuse prevention)....................................................CCERAP.org

Colorado Home Health Complaint Line 800-842-8826

National Center for Elder Abuse .................................. 800-677-1116

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE

AdvantAge Health Resource Center, Volunteers of America, See ad on back cover ...................................... 844-862-4968

Delta County Health & Human Services .................. 970-874-2030

Housing Resources of Western Colorado, See ad page 47 ................................................. 970-241-2871

LEAP (Low-Income Energy Assistance Program) 866-432-8435

If You Are:

• Reviewing current coverage to save $$$

• Turning 65 soon

• New to the area & need to change plans

• Retiring soon & want to enroll in Medicare

• Losing coverage & need to start Medicare

Montrose County Human Services 970-252-5000

National Foundation for Credit Counseling 800-388-2227

Salvation Army, Delta Service Center ....................... 970-399-3584

Salvation Army, Montrose Service Center 970-249-3891

West End Family Link Center ....................................... 970-864-2246

LONG-TERM CARE PLANNING

AdvantAge Health Resource Center, Volunteers of America, See ad on back cover ...................................... 844-862-4968

Aging and Disability Resources for Colorado (ADRC) ...................................................... 970-249-2436

MEAL PROGRAMS

Food Bank of the Rockies, See ad page 10 ..... 970-464-1138

Sharing Ministries Food Bank ........................ 970-240-8385

Senior CommUnity Meals, See ad on back cover ....................................... 970-874-7661

See also: More Resources > Food Assistance

MEDICARE Local Licensed Sales Agent Advantage Plans • Supplement Insurance • Rx Plans 970Medicare.com 970-999-1111

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid 800-633-4227

Joseph C. Barrows Insurance Agency, Inc. ... 970-250-3264

State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) ...................................................................................... 970-765-3129

MOBILITY & VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS

Mobility Driven ................................................ 970-712-1435

TRANSPORTATION

All Points Transit, Delta, See ad page 13 ........ 970-874-7334

All Points Transit, Montrose, See ad page 13 .................................................. 970-249-0128

Amtrak Train Station, Grand Junction ...................... 970-241-2733

Clerk & Recorder, Delta County 970-874-2150 North Fork Annex Clerk & Recorder, DMV 970-872-1207

Clerk & Recorder, Montrose County ......................... 970-249-3362 Driver License Office, Delta 303-205-5613

Driver License Office, Montrose .................................

Greyhound Bus Lines 800-231-2222

Neighborly Rides, North Fork Senior Connections .................................. 970-527-3482 Road Conditions, Colorado 877-315-7623

ART & PHOTOGRAPHY

Black Canyon Woodcarvers

970-323-5860

Blue Sage Center for the Arts, Paonia 970-527-7243

Crafternoon

970-249-9656

Crafty Chatty 970-249-7198

Emblem Club #306

970-872-3497

Grand Mesa Arts & Events Center 970-856-9195

Healthy Rhythm Art Gallery

323-270-6284

Montrose Area Woodturners 970-209-0981

Montrose Center for the Arts 970-787-9428

Public Art eXperience (PAX) 970-240-1421

Weehawken Creative Arts Centers 970-318-0150

Western Colorado Watercolor Society WCWSociety.net

CARS & MODEL HOBBIES

Montrose Model Aircraft Association 970-765-0599

San Juan Model Railroad & Historical Society 970-240-5903

Ute Trails Car Club 970-323-0279

COLLECTING

Amateur Radio Club, Montrose

970-417-6142

Coin Club, Western Slope 970-640-3765

COMMUNITY SERVICE

Altrusa, Delta

970-874-5127

Altrusa, Montrose 970-765-7666

Black Canyon Boys & Girls Club

970-249-5168

Elks Lodge #1053, Montrose 970-249-4852

Elks Lodge #1235, Delta 970-874-3624

Elks Lodge #1807, Hotchkiss 970-872-3355

Giving Club GivingClubofMontrose@gmail.com

Girl Scouts of Colorado 970-242-4461

Knights of Columbus #2731, Delta 970-874-3300

Lions Club, Montrose 970-596-9347

Project Linus 970-523-0028

Republican Women, Montrose 970-209-5170

Rotary, Black Canyon BlackCanyonRotary@gmail.com

Rotary, Delta 970-201-6988

Rotary, Montrose 970-249-9900

CONSERVATION & ENVIRONMENT

Citizen’s Climate Lobby ................................................... 970-765-9095

Colorado Canyons Association .................................... 970-263-7902

Conservation Colorado 970-243-0002

Friends of Black Canyon ................................................. 970-596-4523

DANCE

Bill Heddles Recreation Center ................................... 970-874-0923

Black Canyon Twirlers ......................................................970-240-2068

Colorado West Area Square and Round Dance Council ..............................................970-434-3543

Colorado West Performing Arts Company ............ 970-314-2226

Delta Hubwheelers Square Dance Club ...................970-773-4495

Golden Circle Senior Dance Club ............................... 970-252-4889

Grand Mesa Dance Club.................................................. 970-708-8333

Montrose Senior Center ................................................ 970-252-4884

Weehawken Dance 970-318-0150

EDUCATION & LIFELONG LEARNING

AARP Driver Safety 970-319-0137

American Red Cross (CPR and First Aid Training) ......................................... 970-242-4851

Colorado Mesa University, Montrose ...................... 970-249-7009

Golden Scholars Program, Colorado Mesa University ...............................................970-248-1555

Montrose Regional Library District ........................... 970-249-9656

Rocky Mountain PBS ......................................................... 970-245-1818

Technical College of The Rockies ................................ 970-874-7671

EXERCISE & SPORTS

Bill Heddles Recreation Center 970-874-0923

Colorado Plateau Mountain Bike Trail Association .............................................................. COPMOBA.org

Delta Pickleball, City of Delta....................................... 970-874-0923

Montrose Recreation Center ........................................ 970-249-7705

Montrose Recreation District 50+ Activities......... 970-252-4884

Movement Club................................................................... 970-216-5753

Western Colorado Senior Games ...............................970-254-3866

Western Slope Pickleball Club 970-215-5678

FOREIGN CULTURE

Colorado Euskal Etxea Basque Club 303-868-0906

Foundation for Cultural Exchange 970-433-2897

Friendship Force of Western Colorado 970-629-2849

Friends of Ukraine Leslie732m@gmail.com

Hispanic Affairs Project 970-249-4115

Language Conversation Groups 970-249-9656

Sons of Norway, Vestafjell Lodge 6-146 970-260-5381

Western Colorado Friends of the Himalayas 970-275-3671

GAMES

Bill Heddles Recreation Center 970-874-0923

Montrose Recreation District 50+ Activities 970-252-4884

Western Colorado Senior Games ...............................970-254-3866

GARDENING

Colorado Native Plant Society 970-275-2516

CSU Extension TRA, Delta 970-874-2195

CSU Extension TRA, Montrose 970-249-3935

Lavender Association of Colorado ............................ 480-580-5773

Montrose Botanic Gardens & Botanical Society ...................... MontroseBotanical@gmail.com

GENEALOGY & HISTORY

Colorado Archaeological Society, Grand Junction Chapter 970-314-7345

Colorado Euskal Etxea Basque Club 303-868-0906

Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad

888-286-2737

Delta County Libraries 970-399-7876

Digging Your Roots Genealogy Group 970-399-7674

Montrose Family Search Center 970-249-4739

Montrose Regional Library District ........................... 970-249-9656

GOLF

Black Canyon Golf Course

970-249-4653

Bridges Golf & Country Club 970-252-1119

Cedaredge Golf Course 970-856-7781

Cobble Creek Golf Course 970-240-9542

Devil’s Thumb Golf Club

970-874-6262

Divide Ranch & Golf Club 970-626-5284

MUSEUMS

Delta County Historical Society & Museum ........... 970-874-8721

Fort Uncompahgre Interpretive Center ................... 970-874-8349

Montrose Children’s Museum....................................... 970-739-1946

Montrose County Historical Museum & Historical Society

970-249-2085

Museum of the Mountain West 970-240-3400

Ouray County Historical Society 970-325-4576

Pioneer Town 970-856-7554

San Juan Model Railroad & Historical Society 970-240-5903

Ute Indian Museum ........................................................... 970-249-3098

MUSIC & THEATRE

Black Canyon Barbershop Chorus ...............................

970-210-1793

Blue Sage Center for the Arts, Paonia ...................... 970-527-7243

Colorado West Performing Arts Company ............ 970-314-2226

Country Clowns ..................................................................970-773-4495

Delta-Montrose Community Concert Association 970-249-4308

Harps & Hammers Music Studio 970-275-8996

Healthy Rhythm Art Gallery 323-270-6284

KVNF (national public radio), Paonia 970-527-4866

Magic Circle Players

970-249-7838

Montrose Center for the Arts 970-787-9428

Montrose Community Band 970-901-5366

Paonia Players 970-361-1540

Precedence Music Academy 970-964-4707

Sweet Adelines International, Del Rose Chorus 970-256-9763

Valley Symphony Association

Orchestra & Chorus 970-765-8323

Weehawken Creative Arts Centers 970-318-0150

OUTDOOR RECREATION & PARKS

Bill Heddles Recreation Center, Delta ..................... 970-874-0923

Black Canyon Astronomical Society BlackCanyonAstronomy.com

Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park 970-641-2337

Boating Safety, Colorado State Parks 303-291-7575

Camping Reservations, Colorado State Parks 800-244-5613

Colorado Canyons Association 970-263-7902

Colorado Mountain Club CMC.org

Colorado Parks & Wildlife, Southwest Region 970-252-6000

Colorado Vacation Directory (campgrounds, cabins, lodges) ...................................888-222-4641

Curecanti National Recreation Area .......................... 970-641-2337

Gold Prospectors Association of America, Western Colorado Chapter ........................................... 970-250-9152

Grand Mesa National Scenic & Historic Byway Association 970-471-9621

Grand Mesa Nordic Council 970-434-9753

Grand Mesa/Uncompahgre/ Gunnison National Forest ............................................. 970-874-6600

Montrose Public Lands ................................................... 970-240-5300

Montrose Recreation District 50+ Program ......... 970-252-4884

Old Coots on Scoots, Chapter 52 .............................. 970-209-4271

Parks Department, City of Delta ................................. 970-874-7973

Powderhorn Mountain Resort ..................................... 970-268-5700

Rock Wranglers (rockhounding) ................................ 970-258-1955

Ridgway State Park ........................................................... 970-626-5822

Sweitzer Lake State Recreation Area......................... 970-874-4258

U.S. Forest Service ............................................................. 970-242-8211

Uncompahgre Treasure Club ........................................ 970-258-1955

Ute Mountain Tribal Park ................................................970-565-9653

Visit Montrose ..................................................................... 970-497-8558

Western Slope 4 Wheelers ................................................ WS4W.com

Western Slope ATV Association WSATVA.org

PETS

Morningstar Therapy Dogs ........................................... 970-729-2528

QUILTING & FIBER ARTS

Black Canyon Quilt Show ..............................................970-964-4440

Columbine Quilters ...........................................................970-462-3849

Friendship Quilters ............................................................ 970-417-4842

S&B Quilters Guild ....................................... SandBQuiltersGuild.com

San Juan Quilt Guild ..........................................................970-765-1890

San Juan Quilters ............................................................... 970-252-8774

San Juan Weavers Guild ................................................. 970-240-0453

RELIGIOUS

Praise Him Ministries 970-626-5243

Women of the Word (WOW) Bible Study 970-249-5432

SENIOR CENTERS

Delta Senior Center 970-874-7837

Hotchkiss Senior Center 970-872-3494

Montrose Recreation District 50+ Program 970-252-4888

Nucla Naturita Seniors 970-864-7278

Olathe Community Center (seniors meet for meals) ................................................ 970-323-5601

Paonia Senior Center........................................................ 970-527-3435

SOCIAL ACTIVISM

Citizen’s Climate Lobby ................................................... 970-765-9095

League of Women Voters of the Uncompahgre Valley LWV-UV.org

SOCIAL & NETWORKING

Golden Circle Seniors 970-252-4888

Montrose Newcomers & Neighbors 970-417-4236

Montrose Woman’s Club 970-901-8743

SWIMMING

Bill Heddles Recreation Center, Delta 970-874-0923

Montrose Recreation Center 970-249-7705

Montrose Water Sports Park ....................................... 970-240-1400

TRAVEL

Amtrak .................................................................................... 800-872-7245

Foundation for Cultural Exchange .............................. 970-433-2897

Friendship Force of Western Colorado................... 970-629-2849

Hosteling International USA ........................................ HIHostels.com

Montrose Recreation District 50+ Program ......... 970-252-4884

Overseas Adventure Travel............................................ 800-955-1925

Overseas Citizen’s Services ........................................... 888-407-4747

Road Scholar ........................................................................877-426-8056

VETERANS

American Legion #73, Montrose Facebook.com/AmericanLegionMontrose

Delta County Veterans Services 970-874-2082

Veterans of Foreign Wars #784, Montrose ............ 970-765-4858

Veterans of Foreign Wars #9221, Cedaredge ......................................................RDCraig267@yahoo.com

Welcome Home Alliance for Veterans.......................970-765-2210

Western Region One Source ........................................ 970-257-3760

WRITING

Western Colorado Writers’ Forum 970-256-4662

6 tax strategies to keep more of your money in retirement

By Darian Andreson

Strategic planning is essential to secure a comfortable retirement, especially in today’s unpredictable economic environment. By employing effective tax strategies both before and during retirement, you can extend the longevity of your savings and reduce unnecessary tax burdens.

Here are six strategies to help lower your tax bill in retirement:

➊ Manage your retirement account withdrawals wisely

Traditional IRAs (individual retirement accounts) and 401(k)s are tax-deferred plans, meaning contributions are made with pre-tax dollars, but withdrawals are subject to income taxes. On the other hand, Roth IRAs and Roth 401(k)s are funded with after-tax dollars, allowing tax-free withdrawals in retirement. To minimize your annual tax burden, develop a withdrawal strategy that optimizes the timing and combination of distributions from these accounts.

➋ Consider Roth IRA conversions

Converting traditional IRAs into Roth IRAs can be a powerful tax-saving strategy. While taxes are owed on the converted amount during the year of conversion, future withdrawals will be tax-free if specific conditions are met. This strategy is especially beneficial if you anticipate a higher tax rate in retirement than during the year of conversion.

➌ Utilize tax-loss harvesting

Tax-loss harvesting helps reduce taxable income by selling investments that have decreased in value to offset gains from other investments. However, it’s important to understand the “wash-sale rule,” which prohibits buying substantially identical securities within 30 days before or after the sale if you want to claim the loss.

➍ Invest in tax-efficient funds

Tax-efficient funds, such as index funds and exchange-traded funds (ETFs), can help lower your tax obligations. These funds generally produce fewer capital gains and distribute smaller dividends than actively managed funds.

➎ Leverage annuities

Annuities provide a steady income stream in retirement and offer tax advantages. Funds in an annuity grow tax-deferred

A well-designed tax strategy can significantly lower your tax burden in retirement and help you manage your savings more effectively.

until you begin receiving payments. At that point, part of each payment is treated as a return of principal, which is tax-free, while the remainder is taxable income.

➏ Look into gifting your estate

If your estate is large enough to be subject to estate taxes, gifting during your lifetime can help reduce these taxes. You can make annual tax-free gifts up to a specific limit per recipient, reducing the value of your taxable estate. A financial or tax professional can guide you in determining the current gift tax limit and whether this strategy suits your goals.

A well-designed tax strategy can significantly lower your tax burden in retirement and help you manage your savings more effectively. While this article outlines a few potential strategies, personalized guidance from a financial or tax professional is essential to address your specific circumstances. By understanding and planning for the tax implications of your retirement assets, you can enjoy a more secure and worry-free retirement. ■

This information is intended for general purposes and does not constitute specific financial advice. Before making any financial decisions, consult a qualified financial or tax professional to discuss your unique situation. The information presented here is believed to be accurate and reliable but is not guaranteed.

Colorado-Legal.com 970-241-2969

DWC CPAs and Advisors ................................. 970-249-7701

FINANCIAL

FRAUD

AARP Foundation ElderWatch .............................. 800-222-4444 x2

Colorado Division of Securities ...................................303-894-2320

Medicare Fraud & Abuse ............................................... 800-447-8477

State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) 970-765-3129

INCOME TAX PREPARATION & PLANNING

AARP Tax Aide, Delta........................................................ 970-874-7837

AARP Tax Aide, Montrose ............................................. 970-252-4889

Federal Tax Information .................................................. 303-238-7378

Internal Revenue Service ............................................................. IRS.gov

Internal Revenue Service - Refund status................ 800-829-1954

Internal Revenue Service Hotline ............................... 800-829-1040

State of Colorado Taxpayer Helpline 303-238-7378

INSURANCE: MEDICARE

970 Medicare, See ad page 9 ........................... 970-999-1111

Centers for Medicare and Medicaid 800-633-4227

Insurance Division of Complaints ............................... 800-930-3745

State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) ...................................................................................... 970-765-3129

PLANNED GIVING

Montrose Community Foundation............................. 970-249-3900

Western Colorado Community Foundation .......... 970-243-3767

REVERSE MORTGAGES

Housing Resources of Western Colorado, See ad page 47 ................................................. 970-241-2871

SOCIAL SECURITY

Social Security Administration ..................................... 866-931-7120

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AGING IN PLACE

Mobility Driven ................................................ 970-712-1435

DOORS & EXTERIOR DOORS

All Variety Windows & Doors Replacement, See ad page 20 ................................................. 970-201-6117

FENCES & GATES

Alpine Fencing & Supplies, Inc. ...................... 970-874-3404

FURNITURE & DÉCOR

Habitat for Humanity ReStore 970-650-2505

Heirlooms for Hospice, Delta ....................................... 970-874-5251

Heirlooms for Hospice, Montrose 970-252-3648

Salvation Army Thrift Store, Montrose 970-249-3891

HANDYMAN

North Fork Senior Connections 970-527-3482

HARDWARE STORES

Delta Ace Hardware 970-874-9515

HOUSING RESOURCES

Delta Housing Authority ................................................. 970-874-7266

Habitat for Humanity of the San Juans.................... 970-252-9303

Housing Resources Main Office, See ad page 47 ................................................. 970-241-2871

Housing Education & Counseling ................. 970-241-2871

Housing Rehabilitation ................................. 970-773-9748

Property Management ................................. 970-773-9741 Self-Help House Building .............................. 970-241-2871

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AFTER HOURS CLINICS

Urgent Care, Delta ............................................................ 970-546-4038

Urgent Care, Montrose 970-249-2118

ACUPUNCTURE

Millennium Wellness

Acupuncture - Massage - Herbs

Prolozone Injections / Ozone Therapy

We accept Medicare & VA

DeltaCountyAcupuncture.com . . 970-856-4729

ALCOHOLISM & ADDICTION

Axis Health System 970-252-3200

Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration 877-726-4727

See also: Support Groups > Alcoholism & Addiction

ALZHEIMER’S & DEMENTIA

Alzheimer’s Association 24-Hour Hotline ...............800-272-3900

Alzheimer’s Association of Western Colorado 720-699-9307

Come Home to Crossroads Independent Living Cottages Assisted Living and Memory Care

1380 Aspen Way, Delta 970-683-8044

Day-by-Day Adult Daycare Center,

See ad page 23 ................................................. 970-874-4195

Valley Manor Care Center,

See ad on back cover .......................................970-249-9634

Visiting Angels, See ad page 28 ..................... 970-254-8888

See also: Support Groups > Alzheimer’s & Dementia

AMYOTROPHIC LATERAL SCLEROSIS (ALS)

ALS United Rocky Rocky Mountain Chapter........... 866-257-3211

ARTHRITIS

Arthritis Foundation ......................................................... 800-283-7800

AUDIOLOGISTS

Colorado West Audiologists, PC, Delta ......... 970-255-3548

Colorado West Audiologists, PC, Montrose .......................................................... 970-787-4710

High Desert Hearing Center........................... 970-985-4008

See also: Support Groups > Hearing Impairments

BREATHING & SLEEP APNEA

Delta Health Pulmonology ............................................. 970-399-2635

Montrose Lung & Sleep Center 970-252-2753

CANCER

American Cancer Society 303-758-2030

American Lung Association 800-586-4872

Bosom Buddies, Breast Cancer Support Group .. 970-252-2777

Cancer Information Service 800-422-6237

Delta Health Oncology and Hematology ................ 970-399-2895

Montrose Regional Health............................... 970-249-2211

St. Mary’s Regional Cancer Center 970-298-7500

Urological Associates of Western Colorado Urological Cancers, Prostate, Bladder, Kidney, See ad page 18 ............................................... 970-243-3061

See also: Support Groups > Cancer

CLINICS

Alpine Women’s Centre, Delta ..................................... 970-249-6737

Alpine Women’s Centre, Montrose 970-249-6737

MarillacHealth, See ad page 25 ....................... 970-200-1674

Montrose VA Clinic ............................................................ 970-249-7791

River Valley Family Health Center, See ad page 13 1250 Valley View Dr., Delta. .......................... 970-874-8981

1010 S. Rio Grande Ave., Montrose ............... 970-497-3333

308 Main St., Olathe ....................................... 970-323-6141

Delta Pharmacy .............................................. 970-787-6550

Montrose Pharmacy ...................................... 970-787-2044

DENTAL CARE

Alpha Dental Plan

800-807-0706

American Dental Association 800-621-8099

Colorado Dental Association ........................................ 303-740-6900

Dental Discount Program 877-354-6226

Enable Dental (mobile) ................................................... 970-431-0958

MarillacHealth, See ad page 25 ....................... 970-200-1674

DIABETES

American Diabetes Association 800-342-2383

Compass Medical Center, See ad page 23 ...... 970-252-3360

Nutrition and Diabetes Education, Montrose Regional Health 970-240-7170

See also: Support Groups > Diabetes

DISABILITIES

& REHABILITATION

Colorow Care Center, Olathe, See ad page 31................................................. 970-323-5504

Department of Human Services, Delta .................... 970-874-2030

Department of Human Services, Montrose 970-252-5000 Sharing is Caring Dedicated to enhancing the lives of those we serve. Call or stop by today!

. . 970-243-3381

Elk Ridge Health & Rehabilitation Center, See ad page 17 ................................................. 970-249-9683

Handicap Car Placards, Delta County 970-874-2150

Handicap Car Placards, Montrose County 970-249-3362

EQUIPMENT & SUPPLIES

American Medical Alert .................................................. 866-686-7504

Lending Closet, Delta Elks Lodge 970-874-3624

Lending Closet, Montrose Elks Lodge 970-249-4852

FITNESS

Bill Heddles Recreation Center ................................... 970-874-0923

Flex Rec, Montrose Recreation Center ..................... 970-497-8590

Montrose Community Recreation Center 970-249-7705

GENERAL SURGERY

Delta Health Surgical ........................................................ 970-874-8026

General Surgeons of Western Colorado 2440 N. 11th St., Grand Junction, CO 81501, See ad page 18 .............................................. 970-243-0900

Montrose Regional Health ..............................................970-252-2614

HEALTH PROMOTION & EDUCATION

Chris Klug Foundation

970-355-0911

Community Options, Inc., Montrose ......................... 970-249-1412

Delta County Health & Human Services, North Fork Annex 970-872-1000

Delta County Health Department 970-874-2165

Delta County Human Services ..................................... 970-874-2030

Donor Alliance (organ and tissue donation) 303-329-4747

Montrose County Public Health 970-252-5011

Montrose Regional Health .............................................. 970-249-2211

Multiple Sclerosis Society 800-344-4867

Vitalant Blood Donation ................................................. 877-258-4825

HEARING LOSS

Center for Independence 970-241-0315

National Hearing Aid Help Line ................................................ 800-521-5247

National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders 800-241-1044

See also: Support Groups > Hearing Impairments

HEART DISEASE

American Heart Association

Delta, CO

800-242-8721

Center for Wellness, Mountain View Therapy at Montrose Regional Health 970-252-2646

HERNIAS

General Surgeons of Western Colorado, See ad page 18................................................. 970-243-0900

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HOLISTIC THERAPY

Compass Medical Center, See ad page 23 ...... 970-252-3360

HOSPITALS & SURGICAL CENTERS

Delta Health 970-874-7681

Montrose Regional Health ................................ 970-249-2211 Veterans Affairs Medical Center 970-242-0731

INCONTINENCE

Urological Associates of Western Colorado Stress Incontinence, Urge Incontinence, BPH, OAB, See ad page 18 ............................................... 970-243-3061

KIDNEY STONES

Urological Associates of Western Colorado, See ad page 18.................................................. 970-243-3061

MASSAGE THERAPY

Millennium Wellness ........... DeltaCountyAcupuncture.com

MEDICAL TRANSPORTATION

All Points Transit, Delta, See ad page 13 ........ 970-874-7334

All Points Transit, Montrose, See ad page 13 .................................................. 970-249-0128

Senior CommUnity Care (PACE), Eckert, See ad on back cover ...................................... 970-835-2900

Senior CommUnity Care (PACE), Montrose, See ad on back cover ...................................... 970-964-3500

MENTAL HEALTH

Axis Health System 970-252-3200

National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) 970-462-3989

National Institute of Mental Health 866-615-6464

Life Choices Montrose 970-249-4302

Suicide Prevention Help Line (veterans press 1) ................. 9-8-8

See also: Support Groups > Mental Health

NUTRITION

Compass Medical Center, See ad page 23 ...... 970-252-3360

Nutrition and Diabetes Education, Montrose Regional Health................................................ 970-240-7170

Senior CommUnity Care (PACE), Eckert, See ad on back cover ....................................... 970-835-2900

Senior CommUnity Care (PACE), Montrose, See ad on back cover ....................................... 970-964-3500

OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY

Home Health of Western Colorado, Montrose, See ad on back cover ....................................... 970-240-0139

Horizons Care Center, See ad on back cover ...................................... 970-835-2600

Senior CommUnity Care (PACE), Eckert, See ad on back cover ...................................... 970-835-2900

Senior CommUnity Care (PACE), See ad on back cover ...................................... 970-964-3500

Valley Manor Care Center, See ad on back cover .......................................970-249-9634

OPTICAL

Alpine Optical of Western Colorado .............. 970-249-1186

ORTHOPEDICS

Delta Health Orthopedics ............................................. 970-399-4200

Colorado Advanced Orthopedics Sports Medicine & Spine 970-878-9752

Mountain View Therapy at Montrose Regional Health ........................................ 970-240-7369

OTOLARYNGOLOGISTS (ENT)

Colorado West Otolaryngologists, PC, Delta..................................................................970-245-2400

Colorado West Otolaryngologists, PC, Montrose .......................................................... 970-787-4710

PACE - PROGRAM OF ALL-INCLUSIVE CARE FOR THE ELDERLY Senior CommUnity Care (PACE), Eckert, See ad on back cover ...................................... 970-835-2900

Senior CommUnity Care (PACE), Montrose, See ad on back cover ...................................... 970-964-3500

PAIN MANAGEMENT

Delta Health Pain Center ............................................... 970-546-4010

Compass Medical Center, See ad page 23 ...... 970-252-3360

Spine & Pain Center, Montrose Regional Health 970-252-2584

Transformative Pain Care and Physical Therapy ....................................... 970-639-1948

PHYSICAL THERAPY

Delta Health 970-874-7681

Elk Ridge Health & Rehabilitation Center, See ad page 17 ................................................. 970-249-9683

Home Health of Western Colorado, Montrose See ad on back cover ....................................... 970-240-0139

Horizons Care Center, See ad on back cover ...................................... 970-835-2600

Montrose Regional Health 970-249-2211

Senior CommUnity Care (PACE), Eckert, See ad on back cover ...................................... 970-835-2900

Urological Associates of Western Colorado Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy, See ad page 18 .............................................. 970-243-3061

Valley Manor Care Center, See ad on back cover .......................................970-249-9634

PHYSICIANS

Delta Health 970-874-7681

MarillacHealth, See ad page 25 ....................... 970-200-1674

Montrose Regional Health 970-249-2211

PLASTIC SURGEONS

ReGenesis Plastic Surgery, Dermatology & Spa ................................................ 970-242-8177

SEXUAL HEALTH & STDS

Life Choices Montrose 970-249-4302

SKIN LUMPS & BUMPS

General Surgeons of Western Colorado Cysts, Lipomas, Skin Tags, See ad page 18 .............................................. 970-243-0900

SPEECH THERAPY

Advanced Dysphagia Diagnostics LLC ........... 909-213-5967

Delta Health 970-874-7681

Horizons Care Center, See ad on back cover ...................................... 970-835-2600

Mountain View Therapy at Montrose Regional Health ............................................. 970-240-7369

Senior CommUnity Care (PACE), Eckert, See ad on back cover ...................................... 970-835-2900

Senior CommUnity Care (PACE), Montrose, See ad on back cover ...................................... 970-964-3500

Valley Manor Care Center, See ad on back cover .......................................970-249-9634

THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE

Compass Medical Center, See ad page 23 ...... 970-252-3360

THYROID & PARATHYROID

General Surgeons of Western Colorado, See ad page 18................................................. 970-243-0900

UROLOGY

Delta Health Urology ........................................................ 970-399-2890

Urological Associates of Western Colorado 2373 G Road, Suite 200, Grand Junction, CO 81505, See ad page 18 ............................................... 970-243-3061

VISION

Alpine Optical of Western Colorado ................. 970-249-1186

American Council of the Blind 800-424-8666

American Foundation of the Blind ................................. 212-502-7600

Audio Information Network of Colorado 877-443-2001

Choice Magazine Listening 888-724-6423

Colorado Center for the Blind .......................................... 303-778-1130

Colorado Talking Book Library 303-727-9277

See also: Support Groups > Vision

WEIGHT

LOSS SURGERY

General Surgeons of Western Colorado Metabolic & Bariatric Surgery, Obesity Treatment, See ad page 18................................................. 970-243-0900

WEIGHT MANAGEMENT

Compass Medical Center, See ad page 23 ....... 970-252-3360

See also: Support Groups > Weight Management

COMPANIONSHIP

AmeriCorps Seniors/Region10

Senior Companions 970-765-3121

Comfort Keepers of the Western Slope, See ad page 26 ................................................. 970-240-4121

First Light Home Care, See ad page 20 .......... 970-417-4812

Visiting Angels, See ad page 28 ..................... 970-254-8888

ELDER ABUSE & NEGLECT

AARP ElderWatch ....................................................... 800-222-4444 x2

Adult Protection, Delta County 970-874-2030

Adult Protection, Montrose County 970-252-5087

Advocate Colorado Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program 970-249-2436

Colorado Coalition for Elder Rights (elder abuse prevention)....................................................CCERAP.org

Colorado Home Health Complaint Line 800-842-8826

National Center for Elder Abuse .................................. 800-677-1116

HOME & PERSONAL CARE ASSISTANCE

Comfort Keepers of the Western Slope, See ad page 26 ................................................. 970-240-4121

First Light Home Care, See ad page 20 .......... 970-417-4812

Visiting Angels, See ad page 28 ..................... 970-254-8888

HOME HEALTH (MEDICAL)

Home Health of Western Colorado, See ad on back cover ....................................... 970-240-0139

Helping Nuclear & Uranium Workers Live at Home procasemanagement.com 1910 N. 12th St., Suite E, Grand Junction 970-744-5020

Senior CommUnity Care (PACE), Eckert, See ad on back cover ...................................... 970-835-2900

Senior CommUnity Care (PACE), Montrose, See ad on back cover ...................................... 970-964-3500

HOME HEALTH (NON-MEDICAL)

Comfort Keepers of the Western Slope, See ad page 26 ................................................. 970-240-4121

Home and Community Based Services, Montrose County Human Services ............................ 970-252-5000

Visiting Angels, See ad page 28 ..................... 970-254-8888

RESPITE CARE & DAY CARE (SHORT-TERM)

Colorow Care Center, Olathe, See ad page 31................................................. 970-323-5504

Crossroads Senior Living, Delta, See ad page 2 .................................................. 970-683-8044

Comfort Keepers of the Western Slope, See ad page 26 ................................................. 970-240-4121

Day-by-Day Adult Daycare Center, See ad page 23 ................................................. 970-874-4195

Eagle Ridge Post Acute, Grand Junction, See ad page 38 ................................................. 970-243-3381

Horizons Care Center, 11411 Hwy. 65, Eckert, See ad on back cover ...................................... 970-835-2600

Senior CommUnity Care (PACE), Eckert, See ad on back cover ...................................... 970-835-2900

Senior CommUnity Care (PACE), Montrose, See ad on back cover ...................................... 970-964-3500

Valley Manor Care Center, 1401 S. Cascade, Montrose, See ad on back cover .....................970-249-9634

Visiting Angels, See ad page 28 ..................... 970-254-8888

SUPPORT

See section: Support Groups

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Are you looking for a maintenance-free neighborhood with people your age? Need assistance with daily tasks like dressing or managing medications? Require specialized nursing care? No matter your needs, there are convenient and comfortable housing options designed just for you.

What level of care is right for you? How to choose the best care facility for you or your loved one

By Teresa Ambord

Senior housing isn’t what it once was and thank goodness for that!

When I was in college, I worked part-time in a real convalescent hospital. Walking through the front door, the first thing to hit you was the overwhelming smell of urine. With too many patients and too few staff, residents often went without the care and attention they needed and were miserable.

Thankfully, today’s senior care industry has made significant improvements. Retirement communities and nursing facilities have stepped up to meet demand and provide excellent care, no matter how long someone plans to stay or how much help they need.

Whether you or a loved one are planning for the future or need immediate care, it’s important to understand the available choices. Here’s a breakdown of the major types of communities.

Independent Living - Best for older adults who can live on their own but want convenience without needing medical assistance. Independent living communities often provide meal options, housekeeping, security and may include amenities like beauty salons, church services and transportation.

Assisted Living - Designed for individuals who need some help with daily activities, assisted living communities offer all the conveniences of independent living while providing assistance with medication management, bathing, dressing and grooming. Some offer apartment-style living, while others have a more institutional setup.

Nursing Homes - Nursing homes are ideal for those who require round-the-clock medical care and support services. If considering a nursing home, ask these key questions: How is emergency care handled? Are physicians readily available? Are staff members certified in CPR? How do they accommodate family visits? What specialized care do they offer for Alzheimer’s or Parkinson’s patients? Your local Area Agency on Aging and Long-Term Care Ombudsman may have helpful resources on facility ratings and services.

FINDING A QUALITY FACILITY

News of substandard care travels fast in the medical community, so ask the patient’s doctor, nurses and therapists

what facilities they would recommend. Also ask social workers, relatives and friends. If possible, involve the person who will be moving into care—even if the need isn’t immediate. Visiting different facilities together can help them feel more in control of the decision.

When touring senior living communities, consider the following:

• Cleanliness - Is the facility well maintained? Do the residents appear clean and well cared for? Are there any strong or unpleasant odors?

• Staff - Is there enough staff to properly care for residents? When residents need help, do they receive prompt attention and assistance? Are staff members friendly and engaged with residents?

• Services - Be sure the facility provides for the resident’s specific needs. For example, some residents will need a lift machine to get in and out of bed. Many will need physical therapy and/or a gym where they can go to strengthen their limbs.

• Costs & Fees - How are supplies and additional services billed? Are costs reasonable or are there frequent price increases or hidden fees?

• Dining & Nutrition - Visit facilities during meal times and observe if meals are served in a relaxed manner and if there’s plenty of food available.

WHAT YOU CAN’T SEE ON A TOUR

A facility may look clean and well-run on the surface, but there are important factors you won’t notice during a visit. Don’t accept any facility without first checking its financial stability, record of legal compliance and quality of management. Verify that the facility holds valid state and local licenses and carries liability and malpractice insurance. Request to see recent state inspection reports to ensure the facility meets safety and care standards. Investigate whether the facility has had lawsuits, violations or complaints that could indicate poor management or substandard care.

No facility is perfect, but doing your research can help you find a safe, well-run community that provides dignified, high-quality care for your loved one. ■

ADVOCACY

Advocate Colorado Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program 970-249-2436

INDEPENDENT LIVING

Anciano Towers, 227 N. Ute Ave., Montrose ............................. 970-249-8844

Cedar Square Apartments, 150 S. Grand Mesa Dr., Cedaredge ............................ 970-856-3173

Centennial Towers, 430 S. 12th St., Montrose, See ad on back cover ..................... 970-240-0110

Cimarron Village Apartments, 1811 Pavilion Dr., Montrose, See ad on back cover ....................................... 970-249-2010

Creek Vista Senior Apartments, 446 Vista Dr., Paonia 970-527-8437

Crossroads Senior Living, 1380 Aspen Way, Delta, See ad page 2 ....................................... 970-683-8044

Delta Village Apartments, 289 Stafford Lane, Delta ................................................. 970-874-3333

Grand Manor Apartments, 321 Grand Ave., Delta ...................................................... 970-874-7266

Heaven’s View, 1445 Porter Ct., Delta, See ad on back cover ....................................... 970-874-5021

Horizons Country Manor Apartments,

11411 Hwy. 65, Orchard City 970-835-2600

Housing Authority, Delta 970-874-7266

Housing Authority, Montrose .......................................970-323-5445

Meadowlark Court Apartments, 2378 Robins Way, Montrose, See ad on back cover ....................................... 970-252-8272

Montage Creek Senior Living, 1968 Sunrise Dr., Montrose, See ad page 4 .................................................. 970-633-3708

Olathe Meadows Senior Housing, 222 Hap Ct., Olathe 970-323-5445

Rendezvous Apartments, 2366 Robins Way, Montrose, See ad on back cover ....................................... 970-249-1200

Residence At Delta, 1498 Villa St., Delta ………. 970-874-7266 x9

San Juan Apartments, 1650 Church St., Montrose.............................................970-249-1823

Spring Creek Chalet, 2710 Sunnyside Road, Montrose ................................. 970-249-2438

Woodgate Trails, 1700 Odelle Road, Montrose .... 970-765-2101

ASSISTED LIVING

Crossroads Senior Living, 1380 Aspen Way, Delta, See ad page 2 .................................................. 970-683-8044

INDEPENDENT LIVING

Independent living communities are for seniors who can live on their own but want the benefits of an active community. These communities provide convenient amenities and personalized services designed to enhance their quality of life.

Anciano Towers

227 N. Ute Ave., Montrose 81401 | 970-249-8844

Cedar Square Apartments

150 S. Grand Mesa Dr., Cedaredge 81413 | 970-250-3073

Centennial Towers, Volunteers of America

430 S. 12th St., Montrose 81401 | 970-240-0110

Cimarron Village Apartments, Volunteers of America 1811 Pavilion Dr., Montrose 81401 | 970-249-2010

Creek Vista Senior Apartments 446 Vista Dr., Paonia 81428 | 970-527-8437

Crossroads Senior Living 1380 Aspen Way, Delta 81416 | 970-683-8044

Heaven’s View, Volunteers of America 1445 Porter Ct., Delta 81416 | 970-874-5021

Horizons Country Manor Apartments 11411 Hwy. 65, Eckert 81418 | 970-835-2600

Meadowlark Court Apartments, Volunteers of America 2378 Robins Way, Montrose 81401 | 970-252-8272

Rendezvous Apartments, Volunteers of America 2366 Robins Way, Montrose 81401 | 970-249-1200

Residence At Delta 1498 Villa St., Delta 81416 | 970-874-7266 x9

San Juan Apartments

1650 Church St., Montrose 81401 | 970-249-1823

Woodgate Trails

1700 Odelle Rd., Montrose 81401 | 970-765-2101

Delta House, 233 Main St., Delta 970-874-1117

Homestead at Montrose, 1819 Pavilion Dr., See ad on back cover ...................................... 970-964-3400

Montage Creek Senior Living, 1968 Sunrise Dr., Montrose, See ad page 4 ................................ 970-633-3708

Spring Creek Chalet, 2710 Sunnyside Road, Montrose 970-249-2438

MEMORY CARE

Crossroads Senior Living, 1380 Aspen Way, Delta, See ad page 2 ....................................... 970-683-8044

Montage Creek Senior Living, 1968 Sunrise Dr., Montrose, See ad page 4 .................................................. 970-633-3708

Valley Manor Care Center, 1401 S. Cascade, Montrose, See ad on back cover .......................................970-249-9634

NURSING HOMES & REHABILITATION

Colorow Care Center, 885 S. Hwy. 50 Business Loop, Olathe, See ad page 31................................................. 970-323-5504

Eagle Ridge Post Acute, 2425 Teller Ave., Grand Junction, See ad page 38 ................................................. 970-243-3381

ASSISTED LIVING

Elk Ridge Health & Rehabilitation Center, 1043 Ridge St., Montrose, See ad page 17 ................................................. 970-249-9683

Horizons Care Center, 11411 Hwy. 65, Eckert, See ad on back cover ...................................... 970-835-2600

Paonia Care and Rehab Center, 1625 Meadowbrook Blvd., Paonia .............................. 970-527-4837

Valley Manor Care Center, 1401 S. Cascade, Montrose, See ad on back cover .......................................970-249-9634

Willow Tree Care Center, 2050 S. Main St., Delta 970-874-9773

RESPITE CARE

Colorow Care Center, 885 S. Hwy. 50 Business Loop, Olathe, See ad page 31 ................................... 970-323-5504

Crossroads Senior Living, 1380 Aspen Way, Delta, See ad page 2 .................................................. 970-683-8044

Horizons Care Center, 11411 Hwy. 65, Eckert, See ad on back cover ...................................... 970-835-2600

Valley Manor Care Center, 1401 S. Cascade, Montrose, See ad on back cover .....................970-249-9634

Assisted living communities are for seniors who need some assistance with activities of daily living, such as grooming, medication management and mobility assistance. These communities generally offer a balance of independence and support, allowing residents to participate in activities while receiving assistance as needed.

Crossroads Senior Living 1380 Aspen Way, Delta 81416 | 970-683-8044

Delta House 233 Main St., Delta 81416 | 970-874-1117

The Homestead at Montrose, Volunteers of America 1819 Pavilion Dr., Montrose 81401 | 970-964-3400

Spring Creek Chalet 2710 Sunnyside Rd., Montrose 81401 | 970-249-2438

NURSING HOMES & REHABILITATION

Nursing homes, also known as skilled nursing facilities or rehabilitation centers, provide comprehensive care and support for individuals who have complex medical needs or are recovering from surgery or hospitalization. Most nursing homes offer 24/7 supervision and care from nurses and nursing aides.

Colorow Care Center 885 S. Hwy. 50 Bus. Loop, Olathe 81425 | 970-323-5504

Elk Ridge Health & Rehabilitation Center 1043 Ridge St., Montrose 81401 | 970-249-9683

Horizons Care Center, Volunteers of America 11411 Hwy. 65, Eckert 81418 | 970-835-2600

Paonia Care & Rehab Center 1625 Meadowbrook Blvd., Paonia 81428 | 970-527-4837

Valley Manor Care Center, Volunteers of America 1401 S. Cascade Ave., Montrose 81401 | 970-249-9634

the emotional and financial burden on your loved ones by planning your funeral and burial arrangements in advance. When a cure is no longer possible, hospice care provides comfort and support for you and your family.

A letter for when you can’t speak for yourself

By Teresa Ambord

None of us is guaranteed tomorrow, no matter our age. An accident or sudden illness could leave you unable to speak for yourself—or worse, unable to make your wishes known. If that were to happen, would your loved ones know what to do?

Now is the time to write a letter providing trusted family members with essential information. This letter isn’t a legal document, but it will help guide your loved ones in handling your affairs. Keep the tone casual and store it in a safe place. Let key people—such as your spouse, children or heirs—know where to find it and give copies to your attorney and accountant. Be sure to update it as details change. Here’s a template to help you get started:

Date:

Dear:

This letter is not a will, but it contains important information to help you manage my legal and financial matters if I pass away or become unable to speak for myself. Copies have been shared with my attorney and accountant, whose contact details are below.

Attorney:

Accountant:

Here is a list of people to contact in the event that I can no longer speak for myself:

Credit accounts and numbers:

My legal documents, including my will, deed to my house, insurance policies, birth certificate and other items, can be found:

I have appointed the following people as executors of my will:

Outstanding loans and other debts:

Insurance policies:

Life:

Casualty:

Health:

My investments: (brokerage firm, accounts, contact information)

My pension and retirement accounts: (amounts, plan administrator, contact information)

Cars registered in my name: (and location of registration papers)

Location of my tax returns:

My memberships and affiliations:

People to inform of my condition or my passing:

My funeral and burial wishes:

How to distribute personal items not in my will:

Banks and account numbers:

Additional notes and personal messages:

PIN numbers:

Online passwords:

Safe deposit box:

This is also a good place to put down your thoughts, letting important people in your life know how you feel about them.

ADVANCE DIRECTIVES

AdvantAge Health Resource Center, Volunteers of America 844-862-4968

Chris Klug Foundation 970-355-0911

Colorado Legal Services ................................................. 970-243-7940

CEMETERIES

Cedar Creek Cemetery, Montrose ............................. 970-240-1421

Grand View Cemetery 970-249-2121

Mesa View Cemetery 970-874-9988

Olathe Cemetery ................................................................ 970-200-4414

FUNERALS & LIFE CELEBRATIONS

Crippin Funeral Home ....................................................... 970-249-2121

Taylor Funeral Service 970-874-9988

HOSPICE CARE

Elk Ridge Health & Rehabilitation Center, See ad page 17 ................................................. 970-249-9683

HopeWest, Delta, See ad page 17 .................. 866-310-8900

HopeWest, Montrose, See ad page 17........... 866-310-8900

National Hospice & Palliative Care Organization (hospice helpline)

800-658-8898

Visiting Angels, See ad page 28 ..................... 970-254-8888

Support groups bridge the gap between medical treatment and emotional support, providing a safe space to share personal experiences, learn coping strategies and offer mutual support. One of the most meaningful takeaways from these gatherings is the comforting realization that you are not alone.

10 signs of caregiver burnout— and how to find support

Are you a family caregiver for someone living with dementia? Caring for a loved one with this condition can be physically and emotionally exhausting. As the disease progresses, the demands on caregivers increase, often leading to stress and feelings of isolation.

You might find yourself managing household duties, finances, grocery shopping and meal preparation—tasks that may have once been shared or handled by your loved one. If you’re an adult child stepping into this role, the reversal of responsibilities can be uncomfortable as you transition into overseeing the care of the person who once cared for you.

At times, it may seem as if you are the anchor holding together a constantly shifting reality—orchestrating daily activities that keep your loved one engaged and providing personal care, all while navigating the complexities of their emotional needs. While it’s important to stay informed and consider additional resources like in-home care or adult day programs, it’s just as crucial to recognize the toll that caregiving takes on your well-being.

RECOGNIZING BURNOUT

Caregiving is demanding, and over time, chronic stress can lead to burnout. Ignoring the warning signs not only affects your own health, but it can also impact your ability to provide care. Here are 10 common signs of caregiver burnout:

1. Denial about the progression of the disease and its impact

2. Anger toward the person you’re caring for, often stemming from feelings of helplessness

3. Social withdrawal from friends and activities you once enjoyed

4. Anxiety about future care decisions and your loved one’s well-being

5. Depression that makes it difficult to cope with daily challenges

6. Exhaustion beyond physical tiredness, affecting your ability to function

7. Sleep disturbances caused by worry and stress

8. Irritability that affects your interactions with others

9. Difficulty concentrating, leading to mistakes in daily tasks

10. Health issues resulting from prolonged stress and neglect of your own needs

If you recognize these signs in yourself, it’s time to seek support. You are not alone, and help is available.

HOW SUPPORT GROUPS CAN HELP

Many caregivers put off joining a support group. Some feel too overwhelmed to add another commitment to their schedule. Others hesitate because they’re uncomfortable opening up to strangers about their struggles.

But as responsibilities grow, caregivers often feel the weight of their role. Family and friends may offer support at first, but over time, their involvement may dwindle—often because they don’t know how to help or feel uncomfortable seeing someone they once knew change so drastically.

That’s where support groups come in. These groups are filled with people who truly understand how hard caregiving is. It’s a safe space where you don’t feel like a failure. Those who are further along in the journey can offer advice, share how they faced similar challenges and help you prepare for what’s to come.

In the late stage of the disease, caregiving becomes a 24hour responsibility. Group members share their experiences with tough decisions, such as whether or not to place a loved one in full-time care. Hearing others’ stories will help inform your own choices.

Lastly, support groups offer the chance to make new friends. Connecting with people who understand what you’re going through helps balance the grief of losing the friends you once had. ■

Editor’s Note: This article is a combined adaptation of two previously published BEACON stories: “Healthy Caregiving: How Joining a Support Group Can Help” by Angel Hoffman (May 2024) and “Facing Caregiving Alone? Here’s Why You Don’t Have To” by Laird Landon, PhD (January 2025)

ALCOHOLISM

& ADDICTION

Al-Anon Support Group, Delta 970-874-9832

Al-Anon Support Group, Montrose .......................... 970-964-8849

Alcoholics Anonymous 970-245-9649

ALZHEIMER’S & DEMENTIA

Alzheimer’s Association 24-Hour Hotline 800-272-3900

Alzheimer’s Association of Western Colorado ...... 970-256-1274

Caregiver Support Foundation 970-275-2138

AMYOTROPHIC

LATERAL SCLEROSIS (ALS)

ALS United Rocky Mountain (Lou Gehrig’s Disease) .................................................... 303-832-2322

ARTHRITIS

Arthritis Foundation ......................................................... 800-283-7800

CANCER

American Cancer Society 303-758-2030

American Lung Association ......................................... 800-586-4872

Bosom Buddies, Breast Cancer Support Group 970-252-2777

Cancer Information Service 800-422-6237

CAREGIVING

Caregiver Support Foundation ................................... 970-275-2138

Caregiver Support & Networking Group 970-249-2436

DIABETES

American Diabetes Association ................................... 800-342-2383

Diabetes Support Group, Delta 970-874-6410

GRIEF

Alzheimer’s Association of Western Colorado 800-272-3900

Compassionate Friends ....................................................970-361-5017

Grief Group, Touch of Care Hospice ......................... 970-787-9988

GriefShare 970-249-4887

HopeWest, Delta, See ad page 17 .................. 866-310-8900

HopeWest, Montrose, See ad page 17........... 866-310-8900

HEARING IMPAIRMENTS

Hearing Loss Association of America, Western Colorado Chapter 970-241-2592

MENTAL HEALTH

Axis Health System 970-252-3200

National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) 303-321-3104

Salvation Army Corps, Delta ......................................... 970-399-3584

Salvation Army Corps, Montrose................................ 970-249-3891

Suicide Prevention Help Line (veterans press 1) 9-8-8

MISCELLANEOUS

American Kidney Fund 800-638-8299

Essential Tremor Support Group ................................405-205-9397

Hilltop Latimer House Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Services 877-543-9520

Huntington’s Disease Society of America ............... 303-321-5503

Lupus Foundation of Colorado .................................... 303-597-4050

Multiple Sclerosis Society 800-344-4867

Muscular Dystrophy Association 303-691-3331

Parkinson’s Association of the Rockies 303-830-1839

Parkinson’s Support Group ....Pleverich@ParkinsonRockies.org

Post-Polio Support Group ............................................. 720-220-8413

Welcome Home Alliance for Veterans 970-765-2210

Western Colorado Health Network 970-243-2437

STROKE

American Heart Association ......................................... 800-242-8721

Stroke Support Group ......................................................970-765-2210

VISION

American Council of the Blind 800-424-8666

Audio Information Network of Colorado 877-443-2001

Center for Independence ................................................ 970-765-2016

Choice Magazine Listening ...........................................888-724-6423

Colorado Center for the Blind 303-778-1130

Colorado Talking Book Library 800-685-2136

National Eye Institute Information Center 301-496-5248

WEIGHT MANAGEMENT

TOPS Delta ........................................................................... 303-915-4863

TOPS Montrose 970-901-8697

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COMMUNITY FOUNDATIONS & NONPROFIT SUPPORT

Friends of the Montrose Library ................................. 970-249-9656

Friends of the Ute Indian Museum ............................. 970-249-3098

Montrose Community Foundation 970-249-3900

San Juan Health Care Foundation 970-252-2580

Western Colorado Community Foundation 970-243-3767

COMMUNITY RESOURCES

AdvantAge Health Resource Center, Volunteers of America, See ad on back cover ...................... 844-862-4968

Aging & Disability Resources for Colorado (ADRC)

970-249-2436

Area Agency on Aging, Region 10 .............................. 970-249-2436

Chamber of Commerce, Delta ..................................... 970-874-8616

Child Protection Hotline 844-264-5437

CSU Extension TRA, Delta 970-874-2195

CSU Extension TRA, Montrose 970-249-3935

Delta County Health Department .............................. 970-874-2165

Delta County Human Services ..................................... 970-874-2030

Delta County Library 970-874-9630

Elections, City of Delta 970-874-7566

Elections, City of Montrose 970-241-1430

Elections, Delta County ................................................... 970-874-2153

Elections, Montrose County ......................................... 970-249-3362

Nucla Annex 970-864-7874

Hilltop Community Resources 970-242-4400

Mexican-American Development Association (MADA), Montrose 970-249-4774

Montrose County Human Services 970-252-5000

Montrose County Public Health 970-252-5011

Montrose Economic Development Corporation 970-249-9438

Montrose Regional Airport 970-249-3203

Montrose Regional Library District ........................... 970-249-9656

Small Business Resource Center .................................. 970-765-3130

Time and Temperature 970-242-2550

Visit Montrose 970-497-8558

West End Family Link Center 970-864-2246

Western Colorado 2-1-1 ...............................2-1-1 or 1-888-217-1215

Workforce Center, Delta ................................................ 970-874-5781

Workforce Center, Montrose 970-252-0678

COMPUTERS & TECH HELP

Delta County Library ........................................................ 970-874-9630

Montrose Recreation District 50+ Program 970-252-4884

Montrose Regional Library District 970-249-9656

North Fork Senior Connections .................................. 970-527-3482

Montrose Senior Center ............................................... 970-252-4884

Workforce Center, Delta 970-874-5781

Workforce Center, Montrose 970-252-0678

CRISIS SERVICES

For all emergencies, call 9-1-1 Abraham Connection Homeless Shelter, Delta 970-773-8290

American Red Cross 970-242-4851

Axis Health System ............................................................ 970-252-3200

Child Protection Hotline ................................................ 844-264-5437

Colorado Crisis Services Helpline 844-493-8255

Delta Health 970-874-7681

Delta Police Department 970-874-7676

Hilltop Domestic Violence Services Crisis Line.... 844-990-5500

Montrose County Sheriff’s Office............................... 970-252-4023

Montrose Police Department 970-252-5200

Montrose Regional Health 970-249-2211

National Domestic Violence Hotline 800-799-7233

Non-Emergency Dispatch, Delta ................................. 970-874-2015

Non-Emergency Dispatch, Montrose ........................ 970-249-9110

Poison Control 800-222-1222

Search and Rescue, Delta County 970-874-2015

Suicide Prevention Help Line (veterans press 1) 9-8-8

Victim Services, Delta County ...................................... 970-874-2007

Victim Services, Montrose County Sheriff ............. 970-252-4260

EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION

Workforce Center, Delta ................................................ 970-874-5781

Workforce Center, Montrose ....................................... 970-252-0678

FOOD ASSISTANCE

Chain of Love, Delta .......................................................... 970-210-5924

Food Bank of the Rockies, See ad page 10 ..... 970-464-1138

Food Cupboard, Hotchkiss Methodist Church 970-872-3540

Food Stamps, Delta 970-874-2030

Food Stamps, Montrose 970-252-5000

Salvation Army Food Bank, Delta ............................... 970-399-3584

Senior CommUnity Meals, See ad on back cover ....................................... 970-874-7661

Sharing Ministries Food Bank .......................................970-240-8385

Shepherd’s Hand, Montrose .......................................... 970-275-7215

Valley Food Partnership 970-249-0705

West End Family Link Center 970-864-2246

LEGAL AID & CONSUMER PROTECTION

AARP Foundation ElderWatch 800-222-4444 x2

ABA Commission of Legal Problems of the Elderly ........................................................................202-662-8690

Advocate Colorado Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program ..................................................... 970-249-2436

Attorney General of Colorado .................................... 720-508-6000

Burke, Holguin, & Smith, PC, See ad page 37 ................................................. 970-241-2969

Colorado Bar Association ............................................... 303-860-1115

Colorado Civil Rights Division 800-262-4845

Colorado Legal Services 970-243-7940

Crime Stoppers, Delta 970-874-8810

Crime Stoppers, Montrose ............................................ 970-249-8500

Disability Law Colorado .................................................. 970-241-6371

District Attorney’s Office, Delta 970-874-2085

District Attorney’s Office, Montrose 970-252-4260

Government Accountability Office, Fraud Net 202-512-3000

Jury Duty, Montrose and Delta ................................... 970-252-4300

Uncompahgre Volunteer Legal Aid, Montrose ..... 970-249-7202

LIBRARIES

Cedaredge Library ..............................................................970-399-7674

Crawford Library................................................................ 970-399-7783

Delta County Library 970-874-9630

Hotchkiss Library 970-399-7781

Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) ................................................................. 844-684-6333

Federal Tax Information (volunteer help with forms) ......................................... 303-238-7378

Road Conditions, Colorado ............................................ 877-315-7623

NEWSPAPERS

& MAGAZINES

BEACON Senior News .................................... 970-243-8829

NUCLEAR &

URANIUM

WORKERS

Professional Case Management Cold War Patriots .......................................... 970-744-5020

PETS & ANIMAL CARE

Delta County Humane Society 970-874-2149

Montrose Animal Services 970-240-1487

Roice-Hurst Humane Society, Delta .......................... 970-874-1078

Second Chance Humane Society ................................970-626-2273

Surface Creek Animal Shelter, Cedaredge ............. 970-856-2346

THEATERS & STAGES

Blue Sage Center for the Arts, Paonia ...................... 970-527-7243

Delta Egyptian Theater .................................................... 970-399-7207

Grand Mesa Arts & Events Center 970-856-9195

Magic Circle Theater, Montrose 970-249-7838

Montrose Pavilion 970-249-7015

Montrose Rotary Amphitheater .................................. 970-240-1400

Paonia Players ....................................................................... 970-361-1540

VETERANS INFORMATION

320 South 2nd St., Montrose Mon-Thur 10-7, Fri 10-6, Sat 10-5, Sun 1-5 MontroseLibrary.org 970-249-9656

Paonia Library ..................................................................... 970-399-7881

NATIONAL & STATE RESOURCES

AARP Colorado 866-554-5376

Administration on Aging/ Eldercare Locator Service ............................................... 800-677-1116

American Geriatrics Society 800-563-4916

Better Business Bureau 505-346-0110

Centers for Disease Control 404-639-3311

Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA) 303-894-7855

Colorado Gerontological Society 303-333-3482

Do Not Call Registry ......................................................... 888-382-1222

American Legion #73, Montrose ...................... Facebook.com/AmericanLegionMontrose Delta County Veterans Services .................................. 970-874-2082

Disabled American Veterans (DAV) Van 970-240-4698

Montrose County Veterans Service Officer 970-249-2115

VA Benefits 800-827-1000

VA Caregiver Support ...................................................... 855-260-3274

VA Medical Center ............................................................. 970-242-0731

VA Montrose Clinic 970-249-7791

Veterans of Foreign Wars #784, Montrose 970-765-4858

Veterans of Foreign Wars #9221, Cedaredge RDCraig267@yahoo.com

Veterans of Foreign Wars #9333, Black Canyon ........................................................................ 970-872-4916

Visiting Angels, See ad page 28 ..................... 970-254-8888

Welcome Home Alliance for Veterans 970-765-2210

Western Region One Source 970-257-3760

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VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

Abraham Connection Homeless Shelter, Delta 970-773-8290

All Points Transit, Delta, See ad page 13 ........ 970-874-7334

All Points Transit, Montrose, See ad page 13 .................................................. 970-249-0128

Alzheimer’s Association ................................................. 720-699-9307

AmeriCorps Seniors/ Region 10 Volunteer Program ....................................... 970-765-3121

BeaconFest Senior Fair ................................... 970-243-8829

Blind Endeavors

(adventure and exploration for the blind) ............. 970-787-5438

CASA, Court Appointed Special Advocates ........... 970-249-0337

Center for Independence 970-765-2016

Chamber of Commerce, Delta 970-874-8616

CSU Extension TRA, Delta 970-874-2195

CSU Extension TRA, Montrose .................................... 970-249-3935

Delta Health .......................................................................... 970-399-2610

Food Bank of the Rockies 970-464-1138

Fort Uncompahgre History Museum, Delta 970-874-8349

Friends of the Montrose Library 970-249-9656

Friends of the Ute Indian Museum ............................. 970-249-3098

Girls on the Run .................................................................. 970-257-9267

Golden Circle Seniors 970-252-4888

Habitat for Humanity of the San Juans 970-252-9303

HopeWest, Delta, See ad page 17 .................. 866-310-8900

HopeWest, Montrose, See ad page 17........... 866-310-8900

Montrose Botanic Gardens & Botanical Society ...................... MontroseBotanical@gmail.com

Montrose Community Foundation............................. 970-249-3900

Montrose Regional Health Volunteer Services 970-240-7341

Montrose Regional Library District 970-249-9656

Morningstar Therapy Dogs 970-729-2528

Museum of the Mountain West .................................. 970-240-3400

North Fork Senior Connections .................................. 970-527-3482

Partners Youth Mentoring 970-249-1116

Region 10 Senior Companion Program 970-249-2436

Senior CommUnity Meals 970-874-7661

Sharing Ministries Food Bank, Montrose ................970-240-8385 Sleep in Heavenly Peace ..................................................844-432-2337

State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) ...................................................................................... 970-765-3129

Time Bank of the Rockies .............................................. 970-964-9680

Valley Symphony Association 970-765-8323

Welcome Home Alliance for Veterans 970-765-2210