What Does "Aging Well" Mean to You?

By The City of Broomfield

What do you think of when you hear the word “wellness?” Does the definition change when you consider what it might mean to someone 60 years or older?

The City and County of Broomfield (CCOB) Senior Services department is preparing for the annual Living in Balance Resource Fair on October 21. Now is a great time to revisit the many different ways people are impacted by the various programs and services offered. The six focus areas of the wellness fair are purpose, nutrition, physical, emotional, intellectual, and social.

Many older adults find transitioning from work to retired life provides a new opportunity to redefine themselves and their purpose. One way to cultivate a strong sense of purpose is volunteering! Senior Services offers a variety of ways to volunteer including Meals On Wheels delivery, meal prep, special event support, and administrative work. All of these positions impact the greater community in important ways.

The nutrition we choose impacts our health significantly. The Meals On Wheels program ensures older adults who are not able to cook for themselves receive fresh, nutritious meals delivered by volunteers to their home. The Lakeshore Café at the Broomfield Community Center (BCC) also serves these delicious meals in the dining room overlooking Brunner Reservoir every weekday. Each month there’s a birthday lunch, two healthy hearts lunches, and special events with entertainment.

Being active and moving the body is not only a physical benefit, it also helps our brains. CCOB organizes a wide range of physical wellness activities from traditional fitness classes to aqua aerobics, line dancing, ballroom dances (such as the Fall Ball dance on Oct. 27), golf leagues, and the Healthy Hearts Walking Club.

There are eight support groups who meet regularly at the Broomfield Community Center ready to offer emotional support for challenging situations. These groups focus on grief, Parkinson’s, Huntington’s disease, and more. There are also groups for caregivers helping loved ones with some difficulties. In addition, the Caregiver Respite Program offers a break for caregivers who are supporting loved ones in a significant way.

It is important to keep your intellect sharp. CCOB offers many card playing groups, including bridge, mahjong, canasta, as well as an Adult Book Club, discussion groups, creative programs, educational seminars, and personal growth workshops.

There is no doubt that connecting with people socially is imperative to overall health and wellness. Social connection is the backbone of wellness. Spend time with other seniors by taking part in CCOB’s programs.

Don’t forget Broomfield Senior Services offers a free transportation service, Easy Ride, for those 60+ and individuals with disabilities. All riders must be registered prior to scheduling. Learn more about the service and register by calling 303-464-5534.

Come to the Living in Balance Resource Fair on October 21 to explore what “aging well” means to you and to connect with programs and services offered through Broomfield Senior Services. Register on B-REx.com or by calling Broomfield Senior Services at 303-464-5526.

Save the Date October 21, 2022 7:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Broomfield Community Center

This year the fair is FREE, and Registration is NOT Required. Broomfield Public Health and Family Hearing will be onsite to offer free vaccinations and hearing care.*

*In order to be seen by Family Hearing an appointment is needed, and can be made by calling 303-465-4327.

Agenda

7:30 - 8:00 a.m. - Continental Breakfast

8:15 - 9:00 a.m. - Keynote Address (Janine Vanderburg of Changing The Narrative)

9:00 a.m. - Resource Fair Starts - 40+ vendors available until 2 p.m. in the gym

9:30 a.m. - First Breakout Session Starts Breakout Sessions are 45 minutes in length, and run on a staggered schedule with the last one scheduled to start at 1:00 p.m.

2:00 p.m. - Resource Fair Ends