South Metro Denver Spring 2023-2024

We Look Forward To Meeting You & Your

Loved One

All About Seniors offers a free service helping families seeking options for independent living, assisted living, memory care or skilled nursing care in the Denver and surrounding areas, Fort Collins, Boulder, Colorado Springs and Western Slope. We evaluate each person’s unique situation to include reviewing what your loved one will need help with, the financial situation and location. After putting the pieces of the puzzle together we present the best options for your loved ones needs. We are a hands-on service that assists in finding alternative living situations for those who are unable to continue living at home. Or we can help by finding the appropriate in-home assistance so that your loved one is able to continue to live at home.

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720.837.6306

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Quality Affordable Senior Living

HOW TO USE THIS GUIDE

Getting Started Is Easy

World Wide Adult Day Care 10890 E Dartmouth Ave, Ste H-1, Denver 80014 303-815-6285

CASTLE ROCK Sky Cliff Center Adult Day Care 4600 E Hwy 86, Castle Rock 80104 303-814-2863

DENVER

Catholic Charities at the Mulroy Senior Center 3550 W 13th Ave, Denver 80204

303-892-1540

Christian Living Communities

Adult Day Services – Clermont Park 2479 S Clermont

Our guide is divided into 3 distinct sections and divided by color tabs.

COMMUNITY RESOURCES

Adult Day Program

You will find hundreds of different services and organizations that work with seniors and their families. This includes professional services, such as Adult Day, Care Management, Elder Law, Social Security, Senior Centers, etc...

LiveWell Colorado Adult Day Svcs

1200 S Abilene St, Unit C, Aurora 80012

303-200-5050

HEALTH AT HOME - NON-MEDICAL, HOME SKILLED HOME HEALTH, AND HOSPICE CARE

This section offers three different comparison grids; the first features Non-Medical and Personal Assistance at home, the second contains Skilled Home Healthcare, and the third grid showcases Hospice Services for end of life care. First familiarize yourself with the different services that are offered by each agency. You will find definitions about each service at the beginning of this section. Many options exist; we hope this will help you find a provider to meet your specific needs.

SENIOR HOUSING 3

First you should familiarize yourself with the many options available and determine which one is best for your needs. You will find definitions of each type of housing at the beginning of the housing section. Then turn to our easy to read comparison grids. The grids are divided into 6 categories, depending on the type of community: Affordable/Subsidized Housing, Active Adult, Independent/ Retirement, Assisted Living, Memory Care Assisted Living, and Skilled Nursing. The buildings are listed by city or county so you can zero in on the specific areas you are looking for.

You will also find many feature articles throughout the publication. These articles are written by local experts on a variety of topics that can aid you in making the right choices.

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DEAR READERS,

Your Seniors BlueBook team is proud to say we are celebrating our 40th Year of publication in the Denver Metro area! One thing has NOT changed in those 40 years, and that is our commitment to provide you with a comprehensive and up to date book of resources, printed solely to support our beloved seniors, their caregivers/adult children, and the local area professionals. Our goal is to help our readers make informed decisions regarding optimal living.

If you’re searching for senior housing, care at home, or hospice care, you will want to be sure to review our comprehensive comparison grids. There, you will find communities and agencies with specific amenities and services so you can select the most appropriate

option that best fits your needs. Remember, you always have the right to choose!

We have added new agencies and communities over the course of this past year and are excited about the post-pandemic growth in our metro area. If you would like to be listed in the next edition, please notify us and we will get you included in our print edition, our DPRN and online on our new website

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Area Agency on Aging

Call 303-480-6700

drcog.org/aging

The Denver Regional Council of Governments is the Area Agency on Aging for the eight-county metropolitan area. It is federally designated to provide services and information under the Older Americans Act. It plans, funds and provides services for older adults and individuals 18 and older with disabilities.

Age better!

Information and Assistance

Do you have a question, but don’t know where to find the answer? Our resource specialists are available by phone to help people 60 and older, and individuals with disabilities (18 and older). Call 303-480-6700 or email AreaAgencyOnAging@drcog.org

Aging and Disability Resources Options Counseling

Talk with a trained professional in the field of aging and disability resources. The options counselor will help you create a plan for meeting your basic needs and support decision-making processes in long-term care planning. Call 303-480-6700.

Network of Care

Network of Care is a comprehensive online community service directory for:

• older adults

• adults with disabilities

• individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities

• service members and their families

drcog.networkofcare.org

Ombudsmen

If you live in an assisted living residence or nursing home, or are a participant in the Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly, you might need someone who can help you understand your rights. An Ombudsman advocates for the rights of PACE participants and people who live in assisted living residences and nursing homes.

An Ombudsman works with you to make sure you receive the care you want and need. They help residents of long-term care residences and Program for All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly participants maintain their quality of life and receive quality care. An Ombudsman can help you resolve issues related to your care, health, safety and rights. For more information call 303-480-6734.

Case Management

If you’re 60 or older, an Area Agency on Aging case manager may be able to provide one-on-one help. Staff will conduct assessments regarding your service needs, help you create a care plan and assist you in getting services in place so you can live safely and independently. Call 303-480-6700.

State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP)

Do you currently have Medicare, or will you soon be eligible for Medicare? SHIP counselors provide unbiased information, Medicare counseling, information about your benefits and eligibility for cost-saving programs, and enrollment assistance at no cost. In addition, they are available to provide presentations on enrollment and fraud prevention to community groups. Call 303-480-6835 or visit drcog.org/ship.

Veteran Directed Care

Veteran Directed Care provides case management services for eligible veterans of any age. The Department of Veterans Affairs determines veteran eligibility to participate in the Veteran Directed Care program and gives veterans a budget to self-direct their care and pay trusted caregivers to help them continue living at home. Call 720-278-2351.

Choice Services Program

The Choice Services Program provides up to two hours a week of home care and can offer select types of free transportation assistance to qualified individuals 60 and older living in the Area Agency on Aging’s metro Denver service area. Call 303-480-6700.

Older Adult Refugees and Friends

The Older Adult Refugees and Friends Program reduces isolation and increases community connections for older adults from refugee and immigrant communities. The program’s services help older adults discover resources, make social connections, meet friends, get navigation support, and learn ways to stay healthy, well and independent. Multiple language services are available. For more information call 303-480-6700.

Community Options/Medicaid Transitions

Medicaid members 18 and older living in long-term care settings like nursing homes can receive one-on-one options counseling to learn about returning to community-based living with Medicaid supports and services to thrive and stay independent. Through options counseling, members may choose to enroll in Medicaid Transition Services which provides additional resources including life skills training, home-delivered meals, and peer mentorship. Call 303-480-6838.

ADULT DAY PROGRAMS

Adult day programs are for elders who need a place to stay during daytime hours because they have difficulty functioning alone (i.e. dementia or physical limitations). The programs offer purpose and stimulation. Most facilities place participants into groups with specific limitations.

InnovAge Colorado PACE

(ad on page 62)

(For InnovAge PACE participants only)

866-540-8457

ARVADA

Absolute Adult Day Care

12500 W 58th Ave, Unit 105, Arvada 80002

303-534-0321

Green Lakeview Adult Day Care

9999 W 60th Ave, Arvada 80004

303-421-2914

Prima 2 Adult Day Services

5370 Carr St, Arvada 80002

303-420-7201

AURORA

Alpine Adult Day Care, LLC

(ad on page 19)

1985 S Havana St, Aurora 80014

303-755-8002

Continuum Day Services

14280 E Jewell Ave, Ste B, Aurora 80012

303-344-0046

LiveWell Colorado Adult Day Svcs

1200 S Abilene St, Unit C, Aurora 80012

World Wide Adult Day Care

10890 E Dartmouth Ave, Ste H-1, Denver 80014

303-815-6285

CASTLE ROCK

Sky Cliff Center Adult Day Care

4600 E Hwy 86, Castle Rock 80104 303-814-2863

DENVER

Catholic Charities at the Mulroy Senior Center 3550 W 13th Ave, Denver 80204 303-892-1540

Christian Living Communities

Adult Day Services – Clermont Park 2479 S Clermont St, Denver 80222

720-903-4150

Gardens at St. Elizabeth

Adult Day Program

2835 W 32nd Ave, Denver 80211 303-964-2000

Prima Adult Day Services

6630 E Hampden, Denver 80224 720-524-9206

Rocky Mountain Adult Daycare

2200 S Jasmine St, Denver 80222 303-691-2373

LAKEWOOD

Explorer’s Adult Day Program

5755 W Alameda Ave, Lakewood 80226 303-596-2819

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303-200-5050

ADULT DAY PROGRAMS

ADVANCE CARE PLANNING

LONETREE

The Haven Home –Premium Residential Respite Senior Daycare

(ad on page 19)

1368 Finn Ave, Lone Tree, CO 80124

720-505-6432

LITTLETON / GREENWOOD

VILLAGE / CENTENNIAL

Christian Living Communities

Adult Day Services –

Someren Glen

5000 E Arapahoe Rd, Centennial 80122

720-903-4790

NORTHGLENN

Senior Hub Adult Day Service

10190 Bannock St, Northglenn 80260

303-426-4408 x216

WESTMINSTER

King Adult Day Enrichment Program for MS or Brain Injury

8845 Wagner St, Westminster 80031 303-433-6887

WHEAT RIDGE

Seniors’ Resource Center

Adult Day Services

(ad on page 19)

3227 Chase St, Wheat Ridge 80212

303-238-8151

Advance Care Planning is planning for future medical wishes should you be unable to make those decisions for yourself.

Colorado Care Planning

12631 E 17th Ave, Aurora 80045 303-724-3141

ADVOCACY FOR SENIORS / PATIENTS

CARIE Line – Elderly Advocates

800-356-3606

Colorado Center for Aging

303-832-4535

Colorado Culture Change Coalition

303 S Broadway, Ste 200-184, Denver 80209 303-868-4311

The Colorado Culture Change Coalition (CCCC) is a non-profit organization that works to transform the culture of long-term care to be more compassionate, person-centered and less institutional. Provides education and training to providers and helps consumers understand what to look for as they seek care for themselves or a loved one.

Colorado Gerontological Society

1129 N Pennsylvania St, Denver 80203 303-333-3482

DRCOG Ombudsmen (Long-term

Care)

(ad on pages 14-17)

1001 17th St, Ste 700, Denver 80202 303-480-6734

National Council on Aging (NCOA) 251 18th St S, Ste 500, Arlington, VA 22202 571-527-3900

AGING IN PLACE

Accessible Systems

(ad on page 95)

3025 W Jefferson, Englewood 80110

303-529-1521

ALZHEIMER’S RESEARCH

Alzheimer’s Association

800-272-3900

Alzheimer’s Disease Education & Referral Center

800-438-4380

AQUATIC CLASSES & THERAPIES

Apex Center

13150 W 72nd Ave, Arvada 80005

303-424-2739

Beck Center

800 Telluride St, Aurora 80011

303-739-6888

Charles Whitlock Recreation Center

1555 Dover St, Lakewood 80215

303-987-4800

Denver Recreation Centers (www.DenverGov.org/MyDenverPrime) (various locations)

Duncan Family YMCA

6350 Eldridge St, Arvada 80004 303-422-4977

Englewood Recreation Center 1155 W Oxford Ave, Englewood 80110 303-762-2680

J. Leonard Levy Family Wellness Center –

Shalom Park (ad on page 71)

14800 E Belleview Dr, Aurora 80015

303-400-2294

Littleton YMCA

11 W Dry Creek Ct, Littleton 80120

303-797-9622

Parker Adventist Hospital –SwimEx Pool

9399 Crown Crest Blvd, Ste 105 Parker 80138

303-269-4590

Schlessman YMCA

3901 E Yale Ave, Denver 80210

720-524-2750

University of Colorado Hospital

1635 Aurora Ct, Anschutz Outpatient

Pavilion, 4th Fl, Aurora 80045

720-848-2000

Wheat Ridge Active Adult Center

6363 W 35th Ave, Wheat Ridge 80033

303-205-7500

YMCA Southwest

5181 W Kenyon Ave, Denver 80236

303-761-7530

AREA AGENCIES ON AGING

Denver Regional Council of Governments (DRCOG) AAA

(ad on pages 14-17)

1001 17th St, Ste 700, Denver 80202

303-480-6700

Serving Metro Denver

Eldercare Locator Nationwide

800-677-1116

Locates any AAA Nationwide

ASSOCIATIONS FOR SPECIFIC AILMENTS

Organizations that perform advocacy roles and inform the public about the latest research developments and provide assistance for specific illnesses.

ALS Association – Lou Gehrig’s Disease – Rocky Mountain Chpt

10855 Dover St, Ste 500, Westminster 80021

866-257-3211

Alzheimer’s Association

(ad on page 208)

455 Sherman St #500, Denver 80203

303-813-1669 / 800-272-3900

AMC Cancer Research Center

1600 Pierce St, Lakewood 80214

303-233-6501

American Cancer Society

10065 E Harvard Av, Ste 400, Denver 80231

303-758-2030

American Heart Association

1777 S Harrison St, Ste 500, Denver 80210

303-801-4630

American Lung Association

5600 Greenwood Plaza Blvd #100 Greenwood Village 80111 303-388-4327

American Stroke Association

1777 S Harrison St, Ste 500, Denver 80210 800-787-6537

Diabetes Education (Dorcas Kipp)

303-765-6431

Huntington’s Disease Society of America – Rocky Mountain Chpt

701 E Hampden Ave, Ste 510, Englewood 80113

303-357-5455

Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (All Blood Related Cancers)

720 S Colorado Blvd, Ste 500S, Denver 80246

720-440-8620

Lupus Foundation of CO

7853 E Arapahoe Court, Ste 3100, Centennial 80112

303-597-4050

Ostomy Support Group of Metro Denver (Meets 4th Tues 7-9 pm Porter Hospital) PO Box 480344, Denver 80248

303-377-4878

Parkinson Association of the Rockies

1325 S Colorado Blvd, Ste 204-B Denver 80222

303-830-1839

Rocky Mountain M.S. Center

8845 Wagner St, Westminster 80031

303-788-4030

Rocky Mountain Stroke Association

5666 S Bannock, Littleton 80120

303-730-8800

NATIONAL

Alzheimer’s Association

800-272-3900

American Cancer Society

800-227-2345

American Diabetes Association

800-342-2383

American Heart Association

800-242-8721

American Kidney Fund

800-638-8299

American Liver Foundation

800-465-4837

American Lung Association

800-586-4872

American Parkinson Disease Association

800-223-2732

American Speech Language and Hearing Association

800-638-8255

American Stroke Association

888-478-7653

Arthritis Information Hotline

800-283-7800

Caregiver Action Network

202-454-3970

Center for Disease Control

800-232-4636

Easter Seals Society

800-221-6827

Eldercare Locator Nationwide

800-677-1116

Huntington’s Disease Society of America

800-345-4372

Leukemia & Lymphoma Society

720-440-8620

Lupus Foundation of America

800-558-0121

Multiple Sclerosis Society

800-344-4867

National Center on Elder Abuse

800-677-1116

National Council on Aging

800-424-9046

National Kidney Foundation

800-622-9010

National Multiple Sclerosis Society

800-344-4867

National Ostomy Association

800-826-0826

National Osteoporosis Foundation

800-231-4222

National Parkinson Foundation

800-327-4545

Rocky Mountain Poison Center

800-222-1222

ATTORNEYS – ELDER LAW

See full list in the “Elder Law” section found on page 29.

BATH SAFETY

Accessible Systems

(ad on page 95)

3025 W Jefferson, Englewood 80110

303-529-1521

BODY DONATION

TomorrowLink

(tomorrowlink.org)

1982 S Bannock St, Denver 80223

720-779-8680

Whenever you see the Seniors Blue Book internet icon in front of a listing, log onto www.SeniorsBlueBook.com to find out more information about them.

CARE MANAGEMENT

A care management agency is familiar with various fields of human services –social work, psychology, nursing, gerontology – and trained to assess, plan, coordinate, monitor and provide services for the elderly and their families. Advocacy for older adults is a primary function of the care manager.

Aging Services Consultants –Audrey Krebs, MA, CSA, QMAP

(ad on page 24)

720-328-1375

Assisted Living Locators –Ed and Jennifer Wagner

(ad on page 190)

303-957-2555

DignityFirst Health

at Home (ad on page 113)

720-274-9600

Human Network Systems

(ad on page 24)

1805 S Bellaire, Ste 325, Denver 80222 303-758-8182

CARE MANAGEMENT –NON-PROFIT

Faith based & non-profit groups serving individuals of all faiths.

Catholic Charities 6240 Smith Rd, Denver 80216 303-742-0828

DRCOG Area Agency on Aging

(ad on pages 14-17)

www.drcog.networkofcare.org

1001 17th St, Ste 700, Denver 80202

303-480-6700

Jeffco Options for Long Term Care

900 Jefferson County Pkwy, Ste 170, Golden 80401

303-271-4216

Jewish Family Svc – Care Mgmt

3201 S Tamarac Dr, Denver 80231

303-597-5000

Lutheran Family Services

Rocky Mountains

Older Adult & Caregiver Services

1035 Osage St, Ste 700, Denver 80204

303-922-3433

Senior Hub Senior Solutions, The 10190 Bannock St, Northglenn 80260

303-426-4408

Seniors Resource Center

(ad on page 19)

3227 Chase St, Wheat Ridge 80212

303-238-8151

COMPUTER INTERNET SERVICES

Senior Technology Therapy

(ad on page 99)

720-671-0738

CONSUMER AFFAIRS

Government and non-profit organizations that provide consumer information or legal advice.

AARP Elder Watch

303-222-4444

Better Business Bureau

3801 E Florida Av, Ste 350, Denver 80210

303-758-2100

Center for Disease Control

800-232-4636

Colorado Civil Rights Division

1560 Broadway, Ste 825, Denver 80202

303-894-2997

Colorado Dept of Regulatory Agencies (DORA)

1560 Broadway, Ste 110, Denver 80202

303-894-7855

Colorado State Govt – Local Affairs

1313 Sherman St, Rm 521, Denver 80203 303-864-7720

Consumer Protection Division –Environmental Health

4300 Cherry Creek S Dr, Denver 80246

303-692-2000

Denver Regional Council of Governments (DRCOG) AAA (ad on pages 14-17)

1001 17th St, Ste 700, Denver 80202

303-480-6700

Do Not Call Registry

888-382-1222

Economic Crime/Fraud DA’s Office

– Adams County 1000 Judicial Ctr Dr, Brighton 80601 303-659-7720

– Arapahoe County

6450 S Revere Pkwy, Centennial 80111 720-874-8500

– Denver County

720-913-9179

– Jefferson County

500 Jefferson Cnty Pkwy, Golden 80401

303-271-6800

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CONSUMER AFFAIRS

Fraud.org – The National Consumer League

202-835-3323

Senate Aging Committee –Anti-Fraud Hotline

855-303-9470

US Consumer Product Safety

800-638-2772

US Food & Drug Administration Info

888-463-6332

CONTINUING EDUCATION

Arapahoe Community College –Community Education & Workforce Programs

5900 S Santa Fe Dr, Littleton 80120

303-797-5722

Colorado Gerontological Society

1129 N Pennsylvania St, Denver 80203

303-333-3482

CU Denver – Office of Digital Education

303-315-3700

DU Enrichment Program

2211 S Josephine St, Denver 80208

303-871-2291

Road Scholar – National Office

800-454-5768

COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENTS

These are divisions of the state government and they oversee licensing and services provided by senior housing, home care, and other services.

Adams County Health Department

303-220-9200

Aurora Office

Altura Plaza (Courthouse Bldg)

15400 E 14th Pl #309, Aurora 80011

303-795-4400

Brighton Office

30 S 20th Ave, Ste F, Brighton 80601

303-659-2335

Broomfield County Office

100 Spader Way, Broomfield 80020

720-887-2220

Castle Rock Office

410 S Wilcox St, Castle Rock 80104

303-663-7650

Commerce City Office

4201 E 72nd Ave, Ste D, Commerce City 80022

303-288-6816

Denver Public Health

601 Broadway, Denver 80203

303-602-3700

Jefferson County Dept of Health & Environment

645 Parfet St, Lakewood 80215

303-232-6301

– Lone Tree Office

9350 Heritage Hills Cir, Lone Tree 80124

303-784-7860

DENTAL RESOURCES

Non-profit and government organizations providing resources and dental services. Many programs are sliding scale or income qualifying.

Arapahoe County

Senior Dental Program

4857 S Broadway, Englewood 80113

303-761-1340

Arvada Dental Clinic

11005 Ralston Rd, Ste 100-G, Arvada 80004

303-360-6276

Colorado Dental Association

8301 E Prentice Ave, Ste 400, Greenwood Village 80111

303-740-6900

Colorado Gerontological Society

1129 N Pennsylvania St, Denver 80203

303-333-3482

Commerce City Salud Clinic

6255 Quebeck Pkwy, Commerce City 80022

303-697-2583

Community College of Denver –Dental Hygiene Clinic

1062 Akron Wy, Bldg 753, Denver 80230

303-365-8338

Dental Lifeline Network

1800 15th St, Ste 100, Denver 80202

303-534-5360

– Dental HouseCalls

303-534-5360

Denver Community Health Services

– Eastside

501 28th St, Denver 80205

303-602-6333

– Westside

1100 Federal Blvd, Denver 80204

303-436-4200

Denver Health

301 W 6th Ave, Denver 80204

303-602-8200

Donated Dental Services

1800 15th St, Ste 100, Denver 80202 303-534-5360 x1

Inner City Health Center

3800 York St, Denver 80205 303-296-1767

Salud Family Health Centers

1860 Egbert St, Brighton 80601 303-697-2583

Stride Community Health Center

303-360-6276

– Ar vada Clinic

11005 Ralston Rd, Ste 100G, Aurora 80010

303-778-7433

– Nor th Aurora Family Health Svcs

3292 Peoria St, 80010

303-360-6276

The People’s Dentist

Dental Health Midtown Dental

1245 E Colfax , Ste 301, Denver 80218

303-832-8655

University Of Colorado School of Dentistry – Discount Program

13065 E 17th Ave, Aurora 80045

303-724-6900

Visiting Ancillary Services

(Visiting Dental Charity)

550 Thornton Pkwy, Ste 240B, Thornton 80229

303-650-5800

DIABETES & METABOLIC THERAPIES

Spruce Health Group

(ad on page 28)

720-649-5335

Serving the Front Range

– Red Rocks Medical Center

400 Indiana St, Ste 280, Golden 80401

303-216-2661

– Medical Center Aurora

1421 S Potomac St, Ste 330, Aurora 80012

303-953-2920

– Nor th Suburban Medical Center 9195 Grant St, Ste 305, Thornton 80229

720-638-5474

– Kellogg Building

26 W Dry Creek Cir, Littleton 80120

720-756-1031

EDUCATION

Denver Regional Council of Governments (DRCOG) AAA –nocopayradio.com

(ad on pages 14-17)

1001 17th St, Ste 700, Denver 80202

303-480-6700

This podcast offers the inside story on health news.

ELDER ABUSE PREVENTION

Government and non-profit agencies that advocate for or protect seniors from abuse in housing, financial matters, and physical harm.

Adams Cnty Adult Protective Svcs 4430 S Adams Cnty Pkwy, Brighton 80601 720-523-2057

Adult Protection

(see Social Services on page 95)

Arapahoe Cnty Adult Protective Svcs 14980 E Alameda Dr, Aurora 80012 303-636-1750 / 303-636-1586

Break the Silence Against Domestic Violence (btsadv.org) 855-BTS-1777

Broomfield Adult Protective Svcs 1 DesCombes Dr, Broomfield 80020 720-887-2271

Center for Trauma and Resilience

303-894-8000, 303-860-9555 (TTY)

Denver Cnty Adult Protective Svcs 1200 Federal Blvd, Denver 80204

720-944-2994

Denver Regional Council of Governments (DRCOG) AAA –Ombudsman Program

(ad on pages 14-17)

1001 17th St, Ste 700, Denver 80202

303-480-6734

Disability Law Colorado

455 Sherman St, Ste 130, Denver 80203

303-722-0300

Douglas Cnty Adult Protective Svcs

4400 Castleton Ct, Castle Rock 80109

303-663-6270

Jefferson Cnty Adult Protective Svcs

900 Jefferson Cnty Pkwy, Golden 80401

303-271-4673

National Center for Elder Abuse

800-677-1116

National Domestic Violence Hotline

800-799-7233

ELDER LAW

Chayet & Danzo, LLC

(ad on page 31)

650 S Cherry St, Ste 710, Denver 80246

303-355-8500

Gormley, Jennifer S., P.C.

(ad on page 35 and Back Cover)

6060 Greenwood Plaza Blvd, Ste 300, Greenwood Village 80111

303-783-9600

Lakewood Legal Center, The (ad on page 33)

7475 W 5th Ave, Ste 202, Lakewood 80226

303-866-0990

Lorimer, Stephenie D., P.C.

(ad on page 35)

4350 Wadsworth Blvd, Ste 240, Wheat Ridge 80033

303-423-3410

Rocky Mountain Elder Law

(ad on page 35)

651 Garrison St, Ste 240, Lakewood 80215 720-457-4573

Smith & Mitchell, LLC

(ad on page 34)

4 W Dry Creek Cir, Ste 100, Littleton 80120

303-996-4336

Stone Law, LLC

(ad on page 33)

225 Union Blvd, Ste 150, Lakewood 80228

877-897-6591

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When Do You Need A Guardianship Or Conservatorship In Colorado?

Too often, individuals do not plan for illness or incapacity and have not executed proper medical or financial directives such as a durable medical power of attorney or a durable financial power of attorney.

A power of attorney is a document that is executed by a competent person which gives a nominated agent the authority to manage all or some of a person’s medical or financial affairs. A power of attorney is “durable” if it is able to be used when that person no longer has the capacity to make a financial or medical decision. In the absence of planning, and when the individual is too ill or no longer competent to name an agent to help manage financial and medical affairs, court intervention such as a guardianship

or a conservatorship is often necessary. Other times when a guardianship or conservatorship may be necessary include when an individual never had or formed the ability to name a decision-maker for them, where there are conflicts between nominated decision makers, when there are concerns that an agent for someone is inappropriately influencing the incapacitated person, or in the case of a true emergency where a court appointed guardian or conservator is the only way to get a decision made.

Guardianships and conservatorships for adults are established

Continued on page 41

Protecting Your Legacy

We work hard over a lifetime building a financial legacy.

Your legacy may entail property, business endeavors, investments, retirement accounts, collectibles, and jewelry, just to name a few. The details look different for everyone, yet we all have a need to plan for what happens with everything we’ve worked hard for when we pass it on to our spouse, children, family members, friends, a charity. Unfortunately, if we don’t have a plan the state makes one for us.

Two big concerns may be providing for a loved one with a disability or special need and how to ensure any gift you hand down is used in the manner you intend.

First, when you have loved ones with disabilities a lump sum from an inheritance could impact their ability to receive care. If they are accessing disability benefits (typically based on financial resources) inheriting a large amount of money can upset the balance of their accounts and kick them off existing benefit plans. Having a Special Needs Trust (SNT) as part of your comprehensive estate plan can protect any inheritance received by individuals with disabilities, allowing them to access funds for things the government wouldn’t otherwise pay for through public benefits. A SNT puts the trustee of your choice in the role of gatekeeper, allowing the individual

named to ask for financial support and be provided for without having an inheritance dwindle unnecessarily. Choosing a compassionate, financially wise person for this role is crucial.

A second way to protect your beneficiaries and ensure your financial legacy doesn’t end up part

of a divorce settlement, used for an addiction, or spent when creditors come calling, is creating a heritage trust (a specific type of Dynasty Trust). Setting up heritage trusts for your beneficiaries can preserve your financial legacy for multiple generations; protecting what you give your children (or grandchildren) from their creditors, lawsuits, divorce, and in some cases even estate taxes. ~

Editor’s Note: This article was submitted by Andrew P. Stone, Esq. the principal attorney with Stone Law, LLC. He may be reached at 877-897-6591 or by email at andrew@stonelawllc. com. See ad on page 33.

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EMERGENCY RESPONSE SYSTEMS

Argus Home Care –Livesaver System

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303-322-4100

Personal Alert Systems

(ad on page 36)

303-799-0767

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Companies and community service organizations that offer employment to seniors and may train them for various jobs.

AARP-Colorado

303 E 17th Ave, Ste 510, Denver 80203 866-554-5376

Adams County Workforce Centers

– 3155 N Chambers Rd, Unit C, Aurora 80011 303-375-2980

– 4430 S Adams Cnty Pkwy, Brighton 80229 720-523-6900

American Job Center Jefferson Cnty 3500 Illinois St, Ste 1600, Golden 80401 303-271-4700

Arapahoe Douglas Works

– 6974 S Lima St, Centennial 80112 303-636-1160

– 4400 Castleton Ct, Castle Rock 80109 303-688-4825

Benefits in Action

(www.benefitsinaction.org ) 12157 W Cedar Dr, Ste 100, Lakewood 80228 720-221-8354

Broomfield Workforce Center 100 Spader Wy, Broomfield 80020 303-464-5855

Cherry Creek Schools Transportation

(www.CherryCreekSchools.org) 720-554-4664

Denver Recreation Centers

Active Older Adult Programming 720-865-0634

Denver County Human Services 2929 W 10th Ave, Denver 80204 720-944-4347

Denver Workforce Center

– Montebello 4685 Peoria, Ste 251, Denver 80239 720-337-9675

Easter Seals Supported Employment Services

393 S Harlan St, Ste 250, Lakewood 80226

303-233-1666

Seniors Helping Seniors

(ad on page 111)

– Denver West & Jefferson Cnty

303-919-2839

– South Denver, Douglas & Arapahoe County

303-990-4561

– Denver & North Metro Area

303-495-7578

Seniors’ Resource Center 3227 Chase St, Denver 80212

720-791-8181

Servicios de la Raza

3131 W 14th Ave, Denver 80204

303-458-5851

ENERGY RESOURCES

Sliding scale or income qualifying energy resources for seniors. Look at your local public service company for possible resource.

Adams County

(Leap & CIP Crisis Intervention)

11860 Pecos St, Westminster 80234 303-227-2700

Arapahoe County Community Resources – Weatherization

907 Salida Wy, Aurora 80011

303-636-1982

Colorado Energy Office

1600 Broadway, Ste 1960, Denver 80202

303-866-2100

Colorado Gerontological Society

1129 N Pennsylvania St, Denver 80203 303-333-3482

Denver County (Leap & CIP Crisis Intervention)

866-432-8435

Energy Outreach Colorado

225 E 16th Av, Ste 200, Denver 80203 303-825-8750

Jefferson County (Leap & CIP Crisis Intervention) 719-442-0007

LEAP (Heating Bill Assistance / See Social Services on page 93)

Rebuilding Together Metro Denver 2839 W 44th Ave, Denver 80211

720-524-0840

Xcel Energy

800-331-5262

ESTATE PLANNING

Chayet & Danzo, LLC

(ad on page 31)

650 S Cherry St, Ste 710, Denver 80246 303-355-8500

Gormley, Jennifer S., P.C. (ad on page 35 and Back Cover)

6060 Greenwood Plaza Blvd, Ste 300, Greenwood Village 80111

303-783-9600

Stone Law, LLC

(ad on page 33)

225 Union Blvd, Ste 150, Lakewood 80228 877-897-6591

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE

Arapahoe County Human Services

303-636-1170

Castle Rock Inter-Church Task Force

1638 Park St, Castle Rock 80109 303-688-1114

Catholic Charities & Community Services (By appointment only) 6240 Smith Rd, Denver 80216 303-742-0828

CO Foreclosure Hotline 877-601-4673

Colorado Gerontological Society 1129 N Pennsylvania St, Denver 80203 303-333-3482

Denver City & County Treasurer’s Office 201 W Colfax Ave, Denver 80202 720-913-9300

Douglas Cnty Division of Sr Svcs 4400 Castleton Ct, Castle Rock 80109 303-688-4825

Douglas Cnty Property Tax Deferral 100 3rd St, Ste 120, Castle Rock 80104 303-660-7455

Economics Checkup (www.benefitscheckup.org/ esi-resources) 800-794-6559

Integrated Family Community Services (IFCS) 3370 S Irving, Englewood 80110 303-789-0501

Jewish Family Service

3201 S Tamarac Dr, Denver 80231 303-597-5000

Metro Caring 1100 E 18th Ave, Denver 80218 303-860-7200

Money Management International (Credit Counseling) 866-889-9347

Senior Assistance Center 4255 Jason St, Ste C120, Denver 80211 303-455-9642

Seniors’ Resource Center –Social Work Program 3227 Chase St, Wheat Ridge 80212 303-238-8151

The Action Center 8755 W 14th Ave, Lakewood 80215 303-237-7704

FINANCIAL SERVICES

Beneficent: LTC Funding Education & Options (ad on page 53) 719-645-8350

Serving all of Colorado

FOOD RESOURCES

Sliding scale or income qualifying food resources for seniors and also list of congregate meal sites.

Adams County Food Distribution (Wed-Fri 10 am to 1 pm) 7111 E 56th Ave, Commerce City 80022 720-878-3563

Aurora Inter-Church Task Force 1553 Clinton St, Aurora 80010 303-360-0260

Benefits in Action

(www.benefitsinaction.org )

12157 W Cedar Dr, Ste 100, Lakewood 80228

720-221-8354

Broomfield County

Home-Delivered Meals

303-464-5532

Catholic Charities & Community Services (By appointment only)

6240 Smith Rd, Denver 80216

303-742-0828

Christian Action Guild

(Tue-Fri 10 am to 3:30 pm)

(Golden Area 80401 or 80403 zip code only) 1401 Ford St, Golden 80401

303-279-5674

Community Ministry Denver (Call for specific zip codes)

1755 S Zuni St, Denver 80223

303-935-3428

Community Table – Arvada

Community Food Bank

8555 W 57th Ave, Arvada 80002

303-424-6685

Denver Indian Center (Fri only)

(80219 zip code or Tribal ID required)

4407 Morrison Rd, Denver 80219

303-936-2688

Denver County Human Services

2929 W 10th Ave, Denver 80204

720-944-4347

Denver Urban Gardens (DUG)

303-292-9900

Denver Urban Gardens (DUG) is a nonprofit organization that comes alongside residents to cultivate gardeners, grow food and nourish community. DUG’s annual Grow a Garden program ensures in-need individuals, families and seniors have access to low-cost seeds, seedlings and know-how to grow a productive vegetable garden. Centers can help with our application during the month of January, distribute seeds in mid-March & seedlings in mid-May. www.dug.org/growagarden

Emergency Food Bank –Senior Hub (Adams County)

10910 Bannock St, Ste 106, Northglenn 80260 303-426-4408 x210

Evergreen Christian Outreach

27888 Meadow Dr , Evergreen 80439

303-670-1796

Everyday Eats – formerly SNAP

(See Social Services on page 103)

1575 Sherman St, 3rd Fl, Denver 80203

303-866-5106 / 888-467-0418

Continued on next page

Fish of Broomfield (Broomfield residents only)

6 Garden Center Blvd, Broomfield 80020

303-465-1600

Fish of East Denver (Available to Limited Zip Codes)

303-234-5283

Food Bank of the Rockies

(ad on page 40)

(www.foodbankrockies.org)

10700 E 45th Ave, Denver 80239

720-473-6323

Food Stamp Information

(See Social Services on page 93)

Help and Hope Center (formerly Task Force)

1638 Park St, Castle Rock 80109

303-688-1114

Hunger Free Colorado –Hotline (ad on page 39)

1355 S Colorado Blvd, C-201, Denver 80222

855-855-4626

Immaculate Heart of Mary Food Bank (MWF 9am-11:30am)

11426 Pearl St, Northglenn 80233

303-452-2041

Integrated Family Community Services (IFCS)

3370 S Irving St, Englewood 80110

303-789-0501

Jewish Family Service

3201 S Tamarac Dr, Denver 80231

303-597-5000

Meals on Wheels/VOA

2660 Larimer St, Denver 80205

303-294-0111

Metro Caring

1100 E 18th Ave, Denver 80218

303-860-7200

Northglenn Christian

Church Food Pantry (T-Th 10-12) 1800 E 105th Pl, Northglenn 80233 303-452-3787

Nourish Meals on Wheels 92 E Arapahoe Rd, Littleton 80122 303-798-7642

Saint Augustine Food Pantry (Serving 80601, 80602, 80603) 129 S 6th Ave, Brighton 80601 303-654-1040

Senior Assistance Center 4255 Jason St, Ste C120, Denver 80211 303-455-9642

Free groceries for adults 60+.

Despensa sin costo para adultos mayores de 60.

Senior Hub Meals on Wheels

10190 Bannock St, Northglenn 80260

303-426-4408

The Action Center

8755 W 14th Ave, Lakewood 80215 720-215-4850

Thornton Community Food Bank (1 pm - 3 pm MWF)

8990 York St, Denver 80229 303-287-7268

VOA Home Delivered Meals

303-294-0111 / 303-297-0402

When Do You Need A Guardianship Or Conservatorship continued

from page 30

through a Colorado probate court for those incapacitated people who need a representative to assist them in making a decision. An incapacitated person in Colorado is defined as “an individual who is unable to effectively receive or evaluate information or make or communicate decisions to such an extent that the individual lacks the ability to satisfy essential requirements for physical health, safety, or self-care even with appropriate and reasonably available technological assistance”.

A basic estate plan should include a will or a trust, a durable medical power of attorney and a durable financial power of attorney.

and a durable financial power of attorney. With an increase in the aging population and advances in medical technology, people are living longer. Therefore, it is likely that you or your loved one will face a period of incapacity.

Planning for your incapacity is just as important as planning for the distribution of your estate upon your death and a basic estate plan could help to avoid the expense and time of a guardianship or conservatorship proceeding. ~

Guardianships and conservatorships can generally be avoided if you or your loved one has executed a good estate plan. Remember the authority to make decisions for an incapacitated person must be given before that person becomes incapacitated. A basic estate plan should include a will or a trust, a durable medical power of attorney

Editor’s Note: This article was written & submitted by Marco D. Chayet. Mr. Chayet is a partner with Chayet & Danzo, LLC. We are elder law attorneys who concentrate our practice on complex probate, trust and estate litigation and estate planning. Mr. Chayet can be contacted at 303-355-8500 or Marco@ ColoradoElderLaw.com.

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FUNERAL INFORMATION

Funeral Consumer Society of CO (www.funeralconsumercolorado.org)

720-432-5379

Education and Advocacy for your rights regarding funeral/after-death arrangements.

GUARDIANSHIP / CONSERVATORSHIP

Colorado Gerontological Society

1129 N Pennsylvania St, Denver 80203

303-333-3482

Colorado Guardianship Association (www.coloradoguardianship association.org)

Human Network Systems

(ad on page 24)

1805 S Bellaire, Ste 325, Denver 80222

303-758-8182

Guardianship Alliance of Colorado

801 Yosemite St, Denver 80230

303-691-9339

Lutheran Family Services Rocky Mountains – Guardianship Project 1035 Osage St, Ste 700, Denver 80204 303-922-3433

HEALTH & HELP LINES

Benefits in Action (www.benefitsinaction.org )

12157 W Cedar Dr, Ste 100, Lakewood 80228

720-221-8354

Centura Health Physician Referral

303-777-6877

Denver Regional Council of Governments (DRCOG) AAA (ad on pages 14-17)

1001 17th St, Ste 700, Denver 80202

303-480-6700

National Jewish Health Lung Line

800-222-LUNG

United Way 211 Call Center

711 Park Ave W, Denver 80205

303-433-8383

HEARING / AUDIOLOGY

Pro Hearing Services – Mobile Audiology & Hearing Aid Services (ad on page 42)

303-237-4967

Serving all Metro Denver & Beyond Call

Services: Ear Wax Removal, Hearing Testing, Hearing Aid Repairs/Sales, Device Programming, Aid Clean & Checks, PETI services. Serving Denver metro & beyond

HEARING RESOURCES

Non-profit and government organizations providing resources and hearing services. Many programs are sliding scale and income qualifying.

ClearCaptions

866-868-8695

Free captioned telephone for the deaf or hard of hearing

Colorado Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing

1575 Sherman St, Garden Level Denver 80203

– Voice 720-457-3679

International Hearing Dog

5901 E 89th Ave, Henderson 80640 303-287-3277

Marion Downs Center 4280 Hale Pkwy, Denver 80220 303-322-1871

National Institute on Deafness

800-241-1044

Professional Sign Language Interpreting 303-920-7330

Purple Language Services 877-885-3172

Relay Colorado

333 Inverness Dr S, Englewood 80202

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HOME IMPROVEMENTS & MODIFICATIONS

Minor repair or small scale home maintenance.

AmRamp (ad on page 44)

303-903-2391

Accessible Systems (ad on page 95)

3025 W Jefferson, Englewood 80110

303-529-1521

HOME MAINTENANCE

Adams Cnty Cmnty Development

(Minor Home Repair & Maintenance)

720-523-6200

A Little Help

2755 S Locust St, Ste 220, Denver 80220

720-242-9032

Aging Resources of Douglas Cnty 104 4th St, Castle Rock 80104

303-814-4300

Brothers Redevelopment Corp

2250 Eaton St, Ste B, Edgewater 80214 303-202-6340

Cultivate – Fix It Program

303-443-1933

Denver Urban Renewal Authority Home Rehab 1555 California St, Ste 200, Denver 80202 303-534-3872

Help for Homes Program 9500 Civic Center Dr, Thornton 80229 303-538-7600

Rebuilding Together Metro Denver 2839 W 44th Ave, Denver 80211 720-524-0840

(Free Home Repair for Income Eligible Homeowners)

Senior Hub, Inc – Adams County Handyman Program 10190 Bannock St, Northglenn 80260 303-426-4408

Seniors’ Resource Center –Cleaning Services & Home Repairs 3227 Chase St, Wheat Ridge 80212 303-235-6941

Southwest Improvement Council (Urban SW Denver Only) 1000 S Lowell Blvd, Denver 80219 303-934-2181

Volunteers of America –Handyman Program 2660 Larimer St, Denver 80205 303-297-0408

HOME MEDICAL EQUIPMENT & SUPPLIES

Provide/sell medical supplies, oxygen and respiratory equipment, wheelchairs, and diabetic supplies for home use. Many can directly bill medicare, medicaid and private insurance.

AmRamp

(ad on page 44)

303-903-2391

Accessible Systems (ad on page 95)

3025 W Jefferson, Englewood 80110

303-529-1521

HOME MEDICAL EQUIPMENT (LOAN CLOSETS)

Organizations that loan equipment to those in need for a short time.

Assistance League of Denver

6265 E Evans, Ste 7, Denver 80222

720-598-6126

Broomfield Community Center

280 Spader Wy, Broomfield 80020

303-464-5526

(Broomfield residents only)

Colorado Easter Seal Society

393 S Harlan St, Ste 250, Lakewood 80226

303-233-1666

Senior Assistance Center

4255 Jason St, Ste C120, Denver 80211

303-455-9642

Senior Hub

10190 Bannock St, Northglenn 80260

303-426-4408

South Metro Medical Equipment

Loan Closet

720-443-2013

Call for appointment to donate or borrow.

Volunteers In Action (Low Income)

9185 E Kenyon, Ste 130, Denver 80237

303-713-9144

HOSPICE

For a full list of licensed hospice providers, see page 126.

HOSPITALS

Centura Health Hospitals: 84th Avenue Neighborhood Health Center

2551 W 84th Av, Westminster 80031

303-426-2151

Castle Rock Adventist Hospital

2350 Meadows Blvd, Castle Rock 80109

720-455-5000

Littleton Adventist Hospital

7700 S Broadway, Littleton 80122

303-730-8900

Parker Adventist Hospital

9395 Crown Crest Blvd, Parker 80138

303-269-4000

Porter Adventist Hospital

2525 S Downing St, Denver 80210

303-778-1955

St. Anthony Hospital

11600 W 2nd Pl, Lakewood 80228

720-321-0000

St. Anthony North Health Campus

14300 Orchard Pkwy, Westminster 80023

720-627-0000

Continued on next page

HOSPITALS continued

HealthONE Hospitals:

North Suburban Medical Center

9191 Grant St, Thornton 80229

303-451-7800

Presbyterian/St Luke’s Medical Center

1719 E 19th Ave, Denver 80218

303-839-6000

Rose Medical Center

4567 E 9th Ave, Denver 80220

303-320-2121

Sky Ridge Medical Center

10101 Ridge Gate Pkwy, Lonetree 80124

720-225-1000

Swedish Medical Center 501 E Hampden, Englewood 80113

303-788-5000

The Medical Center of Aurora

1501 S Potomac St, Aurora 80012

303-695-2600

Independent Hospitals:

Denver Health Medical Center

777 Bannock St, Denver 80204

303-436-6000

Kindred Hospital

– Aurora

700 Potomac, 2nd Fl, Aurora 80011

720-857-8333

– Denver

1920 High St, Denver 80218

303-320-5871

National Jewish Health

1400 Jackson St, Denver 80206

877-225-5654

Rocky Mountain Regional VA Medical Center

1700 N Wheeling St, Aurora 80045

303-399-8020

UCHealth Cherry Creek Medical Ctr

100 Cook St, Denver 80206

720-848-0000

UCHealth Highlands Ranch Hospital

1500 Park Central Dr, Highlands Ranch 80129

720-516-1000

University of Colorado Hospital

12605 E 16th Av, Aurora 80045

720-848-0000

Intermountain Health Hospitals:

Lutheran Medical Center 8300 W 38th Ave, Wheat Ridge 80033

303-425-4500

St. Joseph Hospital

1375 East 19th Ave, Denver, 80218

303-812-2000M

HOUSING PLACEMENT SERVICES

See full list starting on page 188.

Aging Services Consultants –Audrey Krebs, MA, CSA, QMAP

(ad on page 24)

720-328-1375

All About Seniors, Inc

(ad on pages 2, 190)

720-837-6306

Always Best Care –

(ad on page 107)

303-952-3060

Assisted Living Locators –Ed and Jennifer Wagner

(ad on page 190)

303-957-2555

Harmony Senior Referrals

(ad on page 191)

303-408-6125

iPlace Seniors –Melissa Clifford

(ad on page 190)

303-906-2359

Oasis Senior Advisors –Nastassia Janes

(ad on page 189)

720-862-9726

Stacy’s Helping Hand –

Pam Silverberg

(ad on page 189)

720-248-7758

Transitions Senior Care, LLC –Christine Nagelhout

(ad on page 191)

720-220-0687

IMMIGRANT RESOURCES

Denver Regional Council of Governments (DRCOG) AAA –Elder Refugee Program

(ad on pages 14-17)

1001 17th St, Ste 700, Denver 80202

303-480-6700

KNEE & JOINT CARE

Spruce Health Group

(ad on page 47)

720-649-5335

Serving the Front Range

– Red Rocks Medical Center

400 Indiana St, Ste 280, Golden 80401

303-216-2661

– Medical Center Aurora

1421 S Potomac St, Ste 330, Aurora 80012

303-953-2920

– Nor th Suburban Medical Center

9195 Grant St, Ste 305, Thornton 80229

720-638-5474

– Kellogg Building

26 W Dry Creek Cir, Littleton 80120

720-756-1031

LEGAL

Colorado Bar Association

1290 Broadway, Ste 1700, Denver 80203

800-332-6736

Colorado Legal Services

1905 N Sherman St, Ste 400, Denver 80203

303-837-1313

Disability Law Colorado

455 Sherman St, Ste 130, Denver 80203

303-722-0300

Guardianship Alliance of Colorado

801 Yosemite St, Denver 80230

303-691-9339

Health & Elder Unit – CO Legal Svcs

303-837-1321

University of Denver College of Law Legal Aid Clinic

(Basic Misdemeanor, Landlord/ Tenant Disputes)

303-871-6140

LIBRARIES

Many libraries provide special services for seniors and those with physical impairments. Main libraries in your community will provide satellite library information.

ADAMS COUNTY

Anythink

– Anythink In Motion (Bookmobile)

303-405-3234

– Brighton Library

327 E Bridge St, Brighton 80601

303-405-3230

– Commerce City Branch

7185 Monaco St, Commerce City 80022

303-287-0063

– Huron Street

9417 Huron St, Thornton 80260

303-452-7534

– Perl Mack

7611 Hilltop Cir, Denver 80221

303-428-3576

– Wright Farms

5877 E 120th Ave, Thornton 80602

303-288-2001

Westminster Public Library / College Hill Library

3705 W 112th Ave, Westminster 80031

303-658-2601

ARAPAHOE COUNTY

Arapahoe County Libraries

303-542-7279

– Mobile/Home Delivery

5955 S Holly St, Centennial 80121

– Castlewood

6739 S Uinta St, Centennial 80112

– Davies

128 2nd Ave, Deer Trail 80105

– Eloise May

1471 S Parker Rd, Denver 80231

– Kelver

585 S Main St, Byers 80103

– Koelbel

5955 S Holly St, Centennial 80121

– Sheridan

3425 W Oxford Ave, Sheridan 80236

– Smoky Hill

5430 S Biscay Cir, Aurora 80015

– Southglenn

6972 S Vine St, Centennial 80122

Aurora Public Library – Main

14949 E Alameda Pkwy, Aurora 80012

303-739-6600

– Genealogy Collection

303-739-6686

Bemis Public Library

6014 S Datura St, Littleton 80120

303-795-3961

Chambers Plaza Library

1551 N Chambers Rd, Aurora 80011 303-739-1573

Englewood Public Library

1000 Englewood Pkwy, Englewood 80110 303-762-2560

Hoffman Library & PC Center

1298 Peoria St, Aurora, CO 80011 303-739-1572

Iliff Square Library/PC Center

2253 S Peoria St, Aurora, CO 80014 303-739-1567

Martin Luther King, Jr. Library 9898 E Colfax Ave, Aurora 80010 303-739-1940

Mission Viejo Library

15324 E. Hampden Cir, Aurora 80013 303-326-8600

Tallyn’s Reach Library

23911 E Arapahoe Rd, Aurora 80016 303-627-3050

BROOMFIELD COUNTY

Mamie Doud Eisenhower

Public Library

3 Community Park Rd, Broomfield 80020

720-887-2300

DENVER COUNTY

Colorado Talking Book Library

180 Sheridan Blvd, Denver 80226

303-727-9277

Denver Central Library

10 W 14th Ave Pkwy, Denver 80204

720-865-1111

– Bookmobile

720-865-1112

– Homebound Library Service

720-865-1351

– Athmar Park Branch

1055 S Tejon St, Denver 80223

720-865-0230

– Bear Valley Branch

5171 W Dartmouth Ave, Denver 80236

720-865-0975

– Bob Rangland

1900 35th St, Ste A, Denver 80216

720-865-2400

– Decker Branch

1501 S Logan St, Denver 80210

720-865-0220

– Eugene Field Library

810 S University Blvd, Denver 80209

720-865-0240

– Green Valley Ranch Branch

4856 Andes Ct, Denver 80249

720-865-0310

– Hadley Branch

1890 S Grove St, Denver 80219

720-865-0170

– Hampden Branch

9755 E Girard, Denver 80231

720-865-0185

– Montbello Branch

12955 Albrook Dr, Denver 80239

720-865-0200

– Park Hill Branch

4705 Montview Blvd, Denver 80207

720-865-0250

– Pauline Robinson Library

5575 E 33rd Ave, Denver 80207

720-865-0290

– Rodolfo “Corky” Gonzalez Branch

1498 Irving St, Denver 80204

720-865-2370

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LIBRARIES continued

– Ross – Barnum

3570 W 1st Ave, Denver 80219

720-865-0145

– Ross – Broadway

33 E Bayaud Ave, Denver 80209

720-865-0135

– Ross – Cherry Creek

305 Milwaukee St at E 3rd Ave, Denver 80206

720-865-0120

– Ross – University Hills

4310 E Amherst Av at S Birch St, Denver 80222

720-865-0955

– Sam Gary Branch

2961 Roslyn St, Denver 80238

720-865-0325

– Smiley Branch

4501 W 46th Ave, Denver 80212

720-865-0260

– Schlessman Family

100 Poplar St (1st & Quebec), Denver 80220

720-865-0000

– Thunder Man

675 Sante Fe Dr, Denver 80204

720-865-0160

– Valdez-Perry Library

4690 Vine St, Denver 80216

720-865-0300

– Virginia Village

1500 S Dahlia St at E Florida Ave, Denver 80222

720-865-0940

– Westwood Library

1000 S Lowell Blvd, Denver 80219

720-865-0215

– Woodbury Library

3265 Federal Blvd, Denver 80211

720-865-0930

DOUGLAS COUNTY

Douglas County Libraries & Bookmobile

303-791-7323

– Castle Pines Library

360 Village Square Ln, Castle Pines 80108

– Highlands Ranch Library

9292 Ridgeline Blvd

Highlands Ranch 80129

– Lone Tree Library

10055 Library Wy, Lone Tree 80124

– Louviers Library Club House

7885 Louviers Blvd, Louviers 80131

– Parker Library

20105 E Mainstreet, Parker 80138

– Philip S. Miller Library

Castle Rock

100 S Wilcox, Castle Rock 80104

– Roxborough Library

8357 N Rampart Range Rd, Ste 200, Littleton 80125

JEFFERSON COUNTY

Jefferson County Libraries

303-235-5275

– Arvada

7525 W 57th Ave, Arvada 80002

– Belmar

Lakewood City Commons

555 S Allison Pkwy, Lakewood 80226

– Columbine Library

7706 W Bowles Ave, Littleton 80123

– Conifer

10441 Hwy 73, Conifer 80433

– Edgewater

1800 Harlan St, Edgewater 80214

– Evergreen

5000 Country Rd 73, Evergreen 80439

Continued on page 52

Proactive vs. Reactive

There are very few times in our lives where we fail to plan for the future.

Before we are born our supplies and living arrangements are planned and the joyous event takes place, we are born. . From infancy all our steps are arranged. From there, we continue forward with schooling, coming of age and careers. As we grow, we continue to plan for our futures and eventually retirement. It is in this latter planning where sometimes plans are not as strong as they once

were or could have been. Life is unpredictable as we all know and in some cases a health care crisis can change the entire tone of our futures we have planned. Home and Health Financial Planning can be done before, during and after this crisis to make a difference. ~

Editor’s Note: This article was submitted by Jennifer L Erickson with AAA Medicaid Consulting. She may be reached at 719-459-2519. See ad below.

LIBRARIES

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– Golden

1019 Tenth St, Golden 80401

– Lakewood Library – Main

10200 W 20th Av, Lakewood 80215

– Standley Lake

8485 Kipling St, Arvada 80005

– Wheat Ridge

5475 W 32nd Ave (at Chase)

Wheat Ridge 80212

LONG-TERM CARE PLANNING

AAA Medicaid Consulting

(ad on page 51)

719-459-2519

Serving all of Colorado

Beneficent: LTC Funding

Education & Options

(ad on page 53)

719-645-8350

Serving all of Colorado

Helping Hands Consulting

(ad on page 53)

6931 Broadway, Denver 80221

303-717-6082

Serving all of Colorado

Confused?

See pages 56-57 for our Medicare 2023

“In a Nutshell” or contact a Medicare specialist today.

MEDICAID PLANNING

AAA Medicaid Consulting

(ad on page 51)

719-459-2519

Serving all of Colorado

Beneficent: LTC Funding

Education & Options

(ad on page 53)

719-645-8350

Serving all of Colorado

Helping Hands Consulting

(ad on page 53)

6931 Broadway, Denver 80221

303-717-6082

Serving all of Colorado

MEDICAID / MEDICARE INSURANCE

Medicare, the nation’s largest health insurance program, provides health insurance for Americans. Medicaid is a state and federal partnership program based largely on income guidelines. There are companies available to guide you through the selection and application process.

Arapahoe County Human Services 14980 E Alameda Dr, Aurora 80012 303-636-1130

Benefits in Action (www.benefitsinaction.org )

12157 W Cedar Dr, Ste 100, Lakewood 80228 720-221-8354

Colorado Access Medical Enrollment Services 1110 E Bethany Dr, Aurora 80014 303-755-4138

Colorado Gerontological Society

1129 N Pennsylvania St, Denver 80203 303-333-3482

Colorado Insurance Commissioner 1560 Broadway, Ste 850, Denver 80202 303-894-7499

Denver County Human Services 2929 W 10th Ave, Denver 80204 720-944-4347

Douglas County Human Services 4400 Castleton Ct, Castle Rock 80109 303-688-4825

DRCOG – State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) (ad on pages 14-17) 1001 17th St, Ste 700, Denver 80202 303-480-6835

Health First Colorado Medicaid Hotline 800-221-3943

InnovAge Colorado PACE 866-540-8457

Turning 65 or new to Medicare?

Humana can help you choose a Medicare plan

Find a Humana plan that fits your goals and your life

It’s time to choose your 2023 Medicare plan, and Humana and I are here to help you understand your options. A Humana Medicare Advantage plan gives you everything you get with Original Medicare, and may have additional benefits and services that meet your healthcare needs. Humana offers these plans at attractive premiums.

Call a licensed Humana sales agent

Humana MarketPoint® Office

303-267-9000 (TTY: 711)

Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Humana is a Medicare Advantage HMO, PPO and PFFS organization with a Medicare contract. Enrollment in any Humana plan depends on contract renewal.

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Jefferson County Services

900 Jefferson Cnty Pkwy, Golden 80401 303-271-1388

Medicare & Medicare Claims

800-633-4227

Medicare/Medicaid Fraud Hotline

800-447-8477

Medicare’s Low Income Net Program

800-783-1307

State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) 888-696-7213

MEDICARE ADVANTAGE PLANS

Companies offering senior-oriented health coverage and Medicare supplement programs.

Humana MarketPoint (ad on page 54) 6300 S Syracuse Wy, Centennial 80111 303-267-9000

InnovAge Colorado PACE –Denver (ad on page 62) 1265 S. Broadway, Denver, CO 80210 866-540-8457

InnovAge Colorado PACE –

Lakewood (ad on page 62) 8405 W. Alameda Ave, Lakewood, CO 80226 866-540-8457

Continued on page 58

Is a 5-Star Rated Medicare Health Plan Right For You?

Some Medicare health plans have more star power than others.

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) rates Medicare health plans on a 5-star quality rating to help people make better informed decisions on their health care. Plans are rated on a 1 to 5 scale, a plan with 5 stars is considered excellent while a 1-star plan reflects a poor performance.

Every year, CMS rates Medicare Advantage Prescription Drug plans based on major categories that include preventive care, chronic care, prescription drug services, customer service, and member satisfaction. CMS designed the rating system to help people compare Medicare health and drug plans based on quality and performance. This measurement tool can help identify the best-performing Medicare health plans available to you.

A plan with high ratings has demonstrated that it provides a high level of customer service and effective care for managing diabetes, heart disease and preventive care.

Quality ratings are one important way to evaluate a Medicare health

plan. Affordability, coverage, convenience, and seamless care are other key factors to consider. The value of coordinated care and coverage together puts you at the center of care to improve and simplify the care experience.

In Colorado, there are only a few select Medicare health plans that have the highest possible rating of 5 stars and offer affordability, convenience, and seamless care.

If there is a 5-star-rated Medicare health plan offered in your area, you may take advantage of a special enrollment period to join that plan. You can use this special enrollment period only once between December 8 and November 30 of the following year.

When choosing a Medicare health plan, the star quality ratings provide additional info to help choose the right Medicare health plan for you. ~

Editor’s Note: This article was submitted by Matt Engstrom, MBA Kaiser Permanente Medicare Sales Leader, H0630_20204_C. He may be reached at 303-338-3353 or by email at Matthew.B.Engstrom@kp.org. See ad on page 3.

Medicare 2023 “In A Nutshell” (Parts A, B & Medigap Plans)

Original Medicare is a government health insurance program primarily for people age 65 and older. It has four main parts: A, B, C & D. The chart below is an example of how Parts A & B work together with a traditional Medicare supplement also known as a “Medigap Plan.”

Medicare Part A Hospital Insurance

Generally no cost (If you paid Medicare taxes while working)

$1,600 deductible (per benefit period)

It is possible to pay the $1600 deductible and other daily charges for multiple stays & extended care.

Plan covers: Inpatient hospital care, home health care services, hospice, inpatient skilled nursing & more.

Providers are paid by Medicare assignment.

No coverage outside USA. No out-of-pocket maximum.

Many people add a Medigap plan, Part D or an Advantage Plan (Part C) to fill the “gaps” in the coverage.

Medicare Part B Medical Insurance

Most people pay monthly $164.90 (Premium could be higher based on income)

$226 annual deductible. (this can increase each year)

80/20 after deductible.

Plan covers: health care providers, ambulance, emergency care, outpatient surgical, wellness & other Medicare approved benefits

Most doctors accept Medicare.

No coverage outside the USA. No out-of-pocket maximum.

Many people add a Medigap plan, Part D or an Advantage Plan (Part C) to fill the “gaps” in the coverage.

Supplemental Policy Plans A - N Medigap

Premium varies by company, age, location & other factors.

Guarantee Issue at initial enrollment

(Other special enrollment periods may be avalable)

These plans generally pay the 20% not covered by Part B & other Medicare eligible benefits

When this coordinates with Medicare, many benefits are 100% covered

Can provide benefits outside USA

Plans are available through insurance companies.

Important to add Part D plan to cover prescription drugs & avoid penalties.

Must have Part A & B to enroll.

There is NO additional cost to use the services of a full time insurance professional. Please call us or a broker in your local area for additional assistance.

This article was written by Craig N. Anderson, President of Anderson Benefits, Inc. located in Salt Lake City, Utah. To contact call: 877-363-9575 or craig@andersonbenefits.com

Medicare 2023 “In A Nutshell”

Med Advantage (Part C) with RX (Part D)

Medicare Advantage plans are governed by Medicare. They are only offered through insurance companies that have an annual contract with Medicare. They are NOT the same as Medigap policies. They must cover all Medicare approved services. Most Advantage plans include Part D prescription drug coverage.

Advantage Plans

Part C

INSTEAD of a Medigap Plan (A-N)

Premium varies by company and coverage. (Same premium for all ages).

Part B premium $164.90 is still paid (Premium can be higher depending on income)

There are many plan types available: PPO, HMO, HSA, PFFS, etc.

Plans have co-pay and / or coinsurance for covered benefits & services.

Preventive care is covered 100%.

Plans have an annual out-of pocket maximum.

Plans may have additional services and discounts, including dental, vision, gym membership & more.

There is an Annual Election Period (AEP) which runs from October 15–December 7 of each year. This is the time to make changes in company or coverage.

Must have Part A & B to enroll.

Medicare Part D Drug Program

Premium varies by company and coverage. (Same premium for all ages).

Plans are generally a variation of the following: Deductible (Phase I) $0–$505 deductible

Initial Coverage (Phase II) co-pay coverage until the total cost of the drugs = $4,660

Coverage Gap / Doughnut Hole (Phase III)

The member now pays much more for covered drugs 25% generic / 25% brand. There is a drug manufacture discount on brand name drugs that can count toward the “True out-of-pocket” (TrOOP) You remain here until the $7,400 (TrOOP) has been met

Catastrophic Coverage (Phase IV) For the remaining calendar year, covered drugs are: $4.15 / $10.35 or 5% depending on drug tier As an upgrade, Insulin costs will decrese in 2023

Part D can be separate with Medigap & PFFS plans. There is a penalty for late enrollment into Part D.

Annual Election Period is Oct 15–Dec 7 each year

Must have Part A or B to enroll.

For more information visit www.medicare.gov or call 1-800-MEDICARE.

This information is the opinion of the author and intended as an easy to read summary. This is not a contract. Additional limitations and exclusions may apply to services. In the event of any inconsistencies with Medicare or with a published medical insurers certificate, the certificate / Medicare will control. Prepared 10/2022

MEDICARE ADVANTAGE PLANS

continued from page 54

InnovAge Colorado

PACE – Aurora

(ad on page 62)

3551 N. Chambers, Aurora, CO 80011

866-540-8457

InnovAge Colorado PACE –Thornton (ad on page 62)

445 E. 124th Ave, Thornton, CO 80241

866-540-8457

Kaiser Permanente Medicare Sales

(ad on page 3)

303-338-3353 / 303-829-7416 /

720-768-6929

MENTAL HEALTH & COUNSELING

Addiction Resource –AddictionResource.net

All Health Network –Arapahoe/Douglas Mental Health Network

(10 Locations in South Metro Area)

Littleton, Englewood, Parker, Castle Rock

303-730-8858

Area Agency on Aging

(ad on pages 14-17)

1001 17th St, Ste 700, Denver 80202

303-480-6700

Asian Pacific Development Center

1537 Alton St, Aurora 80010

303-923-2920

Aurora Mental Health Center 2206 Victor St, Aurora 80045

303-617-2300

Benefits in Action –Connectedness (www.benefitsinaction.org/ connectedness)

720-221-8354

Centennial Peaks

2255 S 88th St, Louisville 80027

303-673-9990

Centre for Behavioral Health, The 960 E Harvard Ave, Denver 80210 303-778-5774

Centus Counseling, Consulting & Education 2696 S Colorado Blvd, Ste 380, Denver 80222

303-639-5240

Colorado Crisis Services –coloradocrisisservices.org/ 844-493-8255

Colorado Mental Health Institute at Ft. Logan 3520 W Oxford Ave, Denver 80236

303-866-7066

Community Reach Center 8931 Huron St, Thornton 80260

303-853-3500

Denver Health & Hospital Psychiatric Emergencies

777 Bannock St, Denver 80204

303-436-6000

Denver North Care Ctr (Housing)

2201 Downing, Denver 80205

303-861-4825

Your mental health deserves the same attention as your physical health.

Call today for a visit.

303.721.8999

Jo Frederic, ACSW, LCSW, CSW-G Licensed Clinical Social Worker

mobilepsychotherapyservices.com

Harmony Pointe Care Ctr (Housing)

1655 Yarrow St, Lakewood 80214

303-238-1275

Jefferson Center for Mental Health

4851 Independence, Ste 200, Wheat Ridge 80033

303-425-0300

Jewish Family Service

3201 S Tamarac Dr, Denver 80231

303-597-5000

Lutheran Family Services Rocky Mountains – Older Adult & Caregiver Services

1035 Osage St, Ste 700, Denver 80204

303-922-3433

Medical Center of Aurora –North Campus

700 Potomac St, Aurora 80011

303-360-3260

Mental Health Colorado

303 E 17th Ave, 4th Fl, Denver 80203

720-208-2220

Rocky Mountain Regional VA Medical Center

1700 N Wheeling, Aurora 80045

303-399-8020

Servicios De La Raza

3131 W 14th Ave, Denver 80204

303-458-5851

Suicide Prevention Line

800-SUICIDE (784-2433)

WellPower

4455 E 12th Ave, Denver 80220

303-504-6500

West Pines Behavioral Health

3400 Lutheran Pkwy, Wheat Ridge 80033

303-467-4080

MENTAL HEALTH & COUNSELING

IN-HOME

Mobile Psychotherapy Services (ad on page 59)

303-721-8999

MOBILE HEARING / AUDIOLOGY

Pro Hearing Services – Mobile Audiology & Hearing Aid Services (ad on page 42)

303-237-4967

Serving all Metro Denver & Beyond

MORTGAGE LENDER

AAA Medicaid Consulting (ad on page 51)

719-459-2519

Serving all of Colorado

“I COME TO YOU”

(ad

Senior

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PACE PROGRAMS

PACE is a Program of All-inclusive Care for the Elderly.

InnovAge Colorado PACE –

Denver (ad on page 62)

1265 S. Broadway, Denver, CO 80210

866-540-8457

InnovAge Colorado PACE –

Lakewood (ad on page 62)

8405 W. Alameda Ave, Lakewood, CO 80226

866-540-8457

InnovAge Colorado PACE –

Aurora (ad on page 62)

3551 N. Chambers, Aurora, CO 80011

866-540-8457

InnovAge Colorado PACE –

Thornton (ad on page 62)

445 E. 124th Ave, Thornton, CO 80241

866-540-8457

PERSONALIZED VISITATION

Offers seniors living independently or in a housing facility, companionship, and support to live more stimulating lives.

Friends For Life (ad on page 117)

303-321-2822

PET CARE

Cat Care Society

5787 6th Ave, Lakewood 80214

303-239-9680

Colorado Veterinary Medical Foundation

191 Yuma St, Denver 80223

303-318-0447

Dumb Friends League

2080 S Quebec, Denver 80231

303-751-5772

(Low-cost mobile spay/neuter services)

Dumb Friends League –Solutions Veterinary Hospital

191 Yuma St, Denver 80223

303-722-5800

– Cat Spay/Neuter Clinic (No Cost)

– Veterinary Hospital (Sliding Scale)

PLACEMENT SERVICES

Placement agencies starting on page 188.

PRESCRIPTION ASSISTANCE & DISCOUNTS

Benefits in Action

(www.benefitsinaction.org )

12157 W Cedar Dr, Ste 100, Lakewood 80228

720-221-8354

Colorado Gerontological Society

1129 N Pennsylvania St, Denver 80203

303-333-3482

DISCOUNT MEDICATION RESOURCES

Benefits in Action

(www.benefitsinaction.org )

12157 W Cedar Dr, Ste 100, Lakewood 80228

720-221-8354

Medicare Prescription Discount Card

800-633-4227

Medicine Assistance Tool

571-350-8643

Continued on page 65

PRESCRIPTION

continued from page 63

Merck Patient Assistance Program

800-727-5400

National Council on Aging Benefits CheckUp

202-479-1200

Novartis Medicare Rx

888-669-6682

Pfizer Pfriends

866-706-2400

Pharmaceutical Assistance for the Aged & Disabled (PAAD)

800-792-9745

Prescription Benefits

800-334-8134

Rx Benefits

800-377-1614

PRIMARY CARE PROVIDERS FOR SENIORS

One Medical Seniors

(ad on page 67)

720-798-3822

– 175 N Sheridan Blvd, Unit N, Arvada 80003

– 1080 S Sable Blvd, Aurora 80012

– 730 S Federal Blvd, Denver 80219

– 4100 E Mississippi Ave #110, Glendale 80246

– 1692 Wadsworth Blvd, Lakewood 80214

– 8246 W Bowles Ave, Bldg 1, Unit T, Littleton 80123

Is Stretching Good for Seniors?

Stretching is Important for Seniors

Our bodies, like any machine, undergo many changes as we age, which can make staying active and mobile all the more challenging.

In addition to muscle and movement maintenance, stretching exercises can help delay the onset of diseases, such as diabetes and arthritis – it can even improve mental health.

No matter your level of activity, stretching exercises yield many health benefits for seniors ranging from injury prevention to mobility maintenance.

When To Use Stretching Exercises

For active seniors who routinely exercise, the best time to perform these stretches is at the end of the activity while your muscles are still warm and loose. For less mobile seniors, stretching can be done at virtually any time of the day. As with active seniors, make sure to walk around for a few minutes before stretching to ensure your muscles are loose and warm.

Common Stretching Exercises for Seniors:

1. Standing Quadriceps Stretch

2. Seated Knee to Chest

3. Hamstring Stretch

4. Overhead Side Stretch

5. Shoulder Stretch

6. Tricep Stretch

7. Lunge in a Chair – Advanced

Aging can take a toll on the body, but stretching is a great way to reduce aches, loosen up muscles and relax your joints. Many doctor’s offices offer exercise and stretching classes to strengthen older adults.

What to do After Stretching

After completing your stretching exercises, it’s important to address other ways you can improve your health. Proper hydration, exercise and diet all work in tandem with stretching exercises to help seniors maintain overall health.

Doctor’s with Exercise Classes

When searching for a doctor that fits your needs, remember to ask for a group exercise and stretching schedule. Notable doctor’s offices provide a variety of in-practice community events that will keep you active and support your strength and muscle growth, and this is an important part of choosing a primary care provider that centers care around you. ~

Editor’s Note: This article was submitted by Abby Parris, Regional Marketing Director with One Medical Seniors. She can be reached at 720-464-6739 or by email at AParris@onemedical.com. See ad on page 67.

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PROBATE

Chayet & Danzo, LLC

(ad on page 31)

650 S Cherry St, Ste 710, Denver 80246

303-355-8500

Rocky Mountain Elder Law

(ad on page 35)

651 Garrison St, Ste 240, Lakewood 80215

720-457-4573

PROGRAMS FOR THE DISABLED

Atlantis/ADAPT – Support & Social Services

201 S Cherokee St, Unit 100, Denver 80223

303-733-9324

Audio Information Network of CO

1700 55th St, Ste A, Boulder 80301

303-786-7777 / 877-443-2001

Center for People with Disabilities

10317 Washington St, Thornton 80229

303-442-8662

Colorado Cross Disabilities

Coalition – Advocacy Program

303-839-1775

Continuum of Colorado

303-344-0046

Developmental Disabilities

Resource Center

11177 W 8th Ave, Lakewood 80215

303-233-3363

Disability Law Colorado

455 Sherman St, Ste 130, Denver 80203

303-722-0300

DRCOG – Aging & Disability Resources Options

Counseling (ad on pages 14-17)

1001 17th St, Ste 700, Denver 80202

303-480-6700

Easter Seals Colorado

93 S Halan St, Ste 250, Lakewood 80226

303-233-1666

Human Rights & Community Partnerships

The Wellington Webb Municipal Office Bldg, 201 W Colfax Ave, Dept 1102, Denver 80202 720-913-8450

Rocky Mountain Americans with Disabilities Act

800-949-4232

Special Olympics

12450 E Arapahoe Rd, Ste C, Centennial 80112

720-359-3100 / 800-777-5967

RAMPS

Accessible Systems

(ad on page 95)

3025 W Jefferson, Englewood 80110

303-529-1521

REAL ESTATE SERVICES

AAA Medicaid Consulting

(ad on page 51)

719-459-2519

Serving all of Colorado

Peak Real Estate –Ben Meyer (ad on page 69)

916-715-1600

REHABILITATION FACILITIES

Rehabilitation Facilities offer full restorative therapies such as Physical, Occupational, Speech, and Respiratory which can be offered in a variety of settings. Rehabilitation Facilities can only be accessed following a hospital stay as an inpatient in a general hospital setting which has lasted for a certain number of days. Refer to our Skilled Nursing grid on page 210.

AURORA

Advanced Health Care of Aurora (ad on page 72)

1800 S Potomac St, Aurora 80012

720-213-1700

Inpatient & Outpatient Services at Shalom Park

(ad on page 71)

14800 E Belleview Dr, Aurora 80015

303-680-5000

CENTENNIAL / GREENWOOD

Christian Living Communities – Someren

Glen (ad on page 128 Insert)

5000 E Arapahoe Rd, Centennial 80122

303-502-9114

Christian Living Communities – Holly Creek

(ad on page 128 Insert)

5500 E Peakview Ave, Centennial 80121

303-963-9773

Orchard Park Health Care

(ad on page 221)

6005 S Holly St, Centennial 80121

303-773-1000

DENVER

Center at Lowry, The

(ad on page 70)

8550 E Lowry Blvd, Denver 80230

303-676-4000

Continued on page 72

J. Leonard Levy Family

303-400-2294

www.shalomwellnesscenter.org

Your body is your most priceless possession. Take care of it!

• Warm Water Pool • Lazy River

• Gym • Brain Fitness

• Silver Sneakers • Tai Chi • Yoga

• Core Balance • Personal Training

• Parkinson’s Exercise Class

The Rewards of Joining a Wellness Center

Membership at a wellness center is a great option after completing therapy or while continuing physical therapy. It allows you to improve function and continue to live an active vibrant life.

Many therapeutic rehabilitation centers focus on the physical ailments which address the immediate need after an injury. A wellness center offers a preventative, developmental, cognitive, psychological, and physical approach to health and wellness. Wellness is about treating the whole person by creating a balanced mind, body, and spirit. Bring a friend or make new ones by joining a wellness center or gym. You will improve strength, balance, flexibility, cognitive function and posture.

When selecting a Wellness Center look for the following:

n A wide variety of classes to keep you interested in participating.

n Exercise modifications for all levels to meet your abilities.

n A fun and friendly atmosphere.

n Supportive staff who are interested in you.

Support YOU - by joining a wellness center or gym today! ~

Editor’s Note: This article was submitted by Alex Luksik. Alex is the Director of Therapy at Shalom Park and may be reached at 303-400-2265 or by email at Alex.Luksik@ShalomPark.net. See ad above.

REHABILITATION FACILITIES

continued

Christian Living Communities – Clermont Park

(ad on page 128 Insert)

2479 S Clermont St, Denver 80222

720-903-3573

Parkside Rehabilitation at Saint Paul Health CenterColavria (ad on page 220)

1667 St Paul St, Denver 80206

303-399-2040

LAKEWOOD Rehabilitation Center at Westlake – Colavria

(ad on page 220)

1655 Eaton St, Lakewood 80214

303-238-5363

PARKER

Center at Lincoln, The (ad on page 70)

12230 Lioness Wy, Parker 80134

720-214-7777

WESTMINSTER

Center at Northridge, The (ad on page 70)

12285 Pecos St, Westminster 80234

303-280-4444

WHEAT RIDGE

Rehabilitation Center at Sandalwood – Colavria

(ad on page 220)

3835 Harlan St, Wheat Ridge 80033

303-422-1533

Colorado’s two new state-of-the art inpatient rehabilitation hospitals

Reunion Denver/Inverness are individualized, results driven hospitals dedicated to creating lasting outcomes so our patients can get back to their lives and the communities they love.

Reunion Rehabilitation Hospital Denver

720.734.3500 / reunionrehabhospital.com/denver

Reunion Rehabilitation Hospital Inverness

720.741.8800 / reunionrehabhospital.com/locations/inverness

REHABILITATION HOSPITALS

Rehabilitation Hospitals, sometimes referred to as Inpatient Rehabilitation Hospitals, provide intensive rehab to patients who are generally medically stable but need help to recover from injury or other medical conditions. They can be found within a hospital or in a free-standing building. Rehabilitation hospitals were created to provide services less costly on a per diem basis than general hospitals but provide a high level of professional therapies such as physical, occupational and speech therapies. Rehabilitation Hospitals must offer a minimum number of physician visits, increased daily rehab hours (3 hours/day, 5 days/week of PT, OT,

and/or Speech), and interdisciplinary services including increased RN and nursing hours per day.

Reunion Rehabilitation Hospital (ad on page 73)

4650 Central Park, Denver 80238

720-734-3500

Reunion Rehabilitation –Inverness (ad on page 73)

372 Inverness Drive South, Englewood, 80112 720-741-8800

RENT ASSISTANCE

DOLA – Colorado Dept of Local Affairs (cdola.colorado.gov/ rental-assistance-program) 888-480-0066

• Two large expansive therapy gyms at each location

• Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation physicians, with consulting specialty physicians.

• Specialized Physical, Occupational, Speech, Respiratory therapy, Registered dietician, Interdisciplinary team approach and care.

RENT REBATE / PROPERTY TAX

The Department of Revenue administers a PTC Rebate program. This program is offered to full-year residents who are age 65 or older (or a surviving spouse at least 58 years of age), or who were disabled regardless of age during the entire filing / calendar.

Colorado Dept of Revenue (State Tax Info)

1375 Sherman St, Denver 80261 303-205-8411

Property Tax Deferral

– Adams County

4430 S Adams Cnty Pkwy, Ste C2436, Brighton 80601

720-523-6160

– Arapahoe County

5334 S Prince St, Littleton 80120

303-795-4550

– Douglas County

100 3rd St, Ste 120, Castle Rock 80104 303-660-7455

– Jefferson County

100 Jefferson Cty Pkwy, Ste 2520, Golden 80419 303-271-8330 RESOURCE

RESOURCE REFERRALS

Aging Services Consultants

– Audrey Krebs, MA, CSA, QMAP (ad on page 24)

720-328-1375

RESPITE CARE

Respite is a period of rest or relief for those who give constant care to an ill person. Many skilled nursing facilities and assisted living communities offer this service. Please refer to our housing grids on pages 162, 194, 210.

A Little Help

2755 S Locust St, Ste 220, Denver 80220 720-242-9032

Colorado Respite Coalition (CRC) – An Easterseals Colorado Program

(www.ColoradoRespiteCoalition.org) 303-233-1666

Serving people caring for loved ones of all ages and all extensive care needs.

Consumer Direct for Colorado –Medicaid Benefit

7951 E Maplewood Ave, Ste 125, Greenwood Village 80111 844-381-4433

Easter Seals Respite Weekends 303-233-1666

Easter Seals Rocky Mountain Village Camp

2644 Alvarado Rd, Empire 80436 303-569-2333

SENIOR ACTIVITIES &

ENTERTAINMENT

Active Minds

303-320-7652

Active Minds provides lifelong learning programs at various locations throughout the Greater Denver Metro Area. For more information visit www.ActiveMinds.com or call 303 320-7652

Arapahoe Community College –Community Education & Workforce Programs

5900 S Santa Fe Dr, Littleton 80120 303-797-5722

Community Education offers courses designed especially for your life, your home, your work. Bring a friend or find others who are actively engaging themselves in learning. Classes include Medicare 101, The Affordable Care Act and You, Caring for an Aging Parent, Start a Business in Colorado, Retirement Planning, You Can Draw, Language, Culture, and Travel classes, Photography, Social Media Basics, Creative Writing, Research Your Genealogy, and an AARP Driver Safety Course. Hundreds of other classes may also be of interest to you. Explore the schedule! No time to take a traditional classroom class? Check out hundreds of online courses. Visit our website at www.arapahoe.edu/ community-education to register now.

Arvada Center, The 6901 Wadsworth Blvd, Arvada 80003

720-898-7200

grouping of arts and humanities courses is designed to provide inspiration for the creative spirit and encouragement for artistic exploration. The classes include music, dance, yoga, painting, ceramics and writing. To register for classes or to request a complete catalog, call the Arvada Center box office at 720-8987200 or visit the Center’s website at www.arvadacenter.org.

Aurora Center for Active Adults

30 Del Mar Cir, Aurora 80011

303-739-7950

Active adults 50 plus are discovering the many fun and interesting opportunities offered Monday-Saturday daily at the Aurora Senior Center for Active Adults. Classes offered in artistic expressions, fitness, dance, personal enrichment, and more. Call for more information.

Broomfield Senior Center

280 Spader Wy, Broomfield 80020

303-464-5526

Butterfly Pavilion

6252 W 104th Ave, Westminster 80020

303-469-5441

At the Butterfly Pavilion, we’ve got more adventures than you can imagine. Explore our tropical rainforest’s winding paths where over 1,200 butterflies flutter around you. Hold a friendly tarantula in the palm of your hand. Engaging on and off-site programs designed for inquisitive senior audiences. Call 720-974-1868. Website: www.butterflies.org.

Cherry Creek Striders

3000 E 1st Denver, Denver 80206

303-388-3900

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and Presbyterian/St. Luke’s Medical Center to offer the community a safe, warm and eye-catching place to stay physically fit. If you like to walk, earn mileage rewards, socialize and (best of all) window shop, this is the program for you. In addition to the pleasant surroundings of the Center, you can earn great rewards for tracking your mileage, as well as discounts at participating stores. They hold quarterly breakfast meetings in the Grand Court featuring informative guest speakers, good food and door prizes. You can register at Guest Services located on the lower level near Neiman Marcus. Or call 303-3883900 press 0 for more information.

Clements Community Center

1580 Yarrow St, Lakewood 80214

303-987-4820

The fun begins at 50 at the Clements Community Center in Lakewood. A wide array of activities are offered including: Recreation – Hiking, Snowshoeing, Skiing. Computer Classes, Genealogy. Arts and Crafts Classes – Drawing, Painting, Fitness – Yoga, Tai Chi, Line Dancing, Sit and Stay Fit, Massage. Grandtimers and Saturday Night Dance. Travel – Casino Trips, Concerts, Plays, Scenic Tours, Dinner Theatres, Museums, Historic Site. Services – Volunteers of America Meal Site, Notary Services. To register for programs or to request a catalog, call the Clements Center front desk at 303-987-4820.

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Drake Center

Fort Collins CO

SEPT 19 - TUES

Todd Creek Golf Community

Thornton CO

OCTOBER 24 - TUES

Arvada Aces Center

Colorado Black Health Collaborative

3025 S Parker Rd, Aurora 80014

720-579-2126

The Colorado Black Health Collaborative is a community-based organization that is committed to improving health and wellness in Colorado’s Black, African, and African American communities through collaborations, partnerships, and teaming arrangements with community-based organizations, non-profits, public organizations, private entities and government agencies

Colorado Commission on Aging

303-866-5288

Colorado Friends of Old Time Music & Dance

720-722-1170

Square Dance, Waltz & Ballroom

Colorado Wildfire Senior Women’s Softball Club (CWSWSC)

720 985-6411

We empower and enrich the lives of senior women (50-80+) by promoting opportunities to learn, practice, and play softball in an accepting environment. By practicing and competing in a welcoming team setting, we positively impact the lives of senior women by encouraging fitness, camaraderie, teamwork, mental health, and socialization. Come play with us! Please call or visit www.coloradowildfiresoftball.org

Denver Art Museum

100 W 14th Avenue Pkwy, Denver 80204

720-913-0130

The Denver Art Museum’s over 60,000 works of art include European, Asian, American and Western painting, sculpture, design, and textiles, a

world-famous American Indian art collection, pre-Columbian and Spanish Colonial art. Museum admission is free for Colorado residents the first Saturday of the month. Special Access Days are offered periodically to serve visitors with hearing, visual and mobility impairment: call 720-865-4503 for details. www.denverartmuseum.org.

Denver Parks & Recreation

201 W Colfax Ave, Dept 601, Denver 80202 720-865-0605

Denver Parks and Recreation is dedicated to enhancing lives by providing innovative programs and safe, beautiful, sustainable places. Programs provide an inclusive atmosphere to help individuals develop new interests, stay active, learn new skill sets, foster community and build healthy habits. Denver Parks and Recreation has 30 centers citywide.

Denver Urban Gardens (DUG)

303-292-9900

Denver Urban Gardens (DUG) is a non-profit organization that comes alongside residents to cultivate gardeners, grow food and nourish community. DUG’s annual Grow a Garden program ensures in-need individuals, families and seniors have access to lowcost seeds, seedlings and know-how to grow a successful, productive vegetable garden. We partner with 15 distribution centers across the Metro Denver area to implement the program. These centers can help with our application during the month of January, distribute seeds in mid-March and seedlings in mid-May.  www.dug.org/growagarden

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Denver ZOO: Education: Adult Programs

2300 Steele St, Denver 80205

720-337-1400

SENIOR PROGRAMS – Using the principles of animal-assisted therapy to provide enriching experiences to the senior community.

ADULT PROGRAMS – Providing adults with information to appreciate wildlife and conserve nature.

Douglas H. Buck Community Recreation Center

2004 W Powers Ave, Littleton 80120

303-797-8787

Offers many wonderful activities for Seniors. They offer exercise, computer, and educational classes as well as day trips to name a few. For a schedule of events just give them a call.

Fitness & Wellness Programs

(www.ifoothills.org)

Offering fitness, aerobic, aqua classes

Focus 50+

Curtis Center for the Arts

2349 E Orchard Rd, Greenwood Village 80121

720-227-8685

Gather to learn about culture with our guest speakers, taste food from around the world, discuss senior issues, field trips & much more. A monthly calendar is available. 9:30 am - 20:30 am

Foothills Park & Recreation

District – Active Options

(www.ifoothills.org)

6612 S Ward St, Littleton 80127

303-409-2264

Active Options is a fitness & wellness program for adults 62 and up. The program has been awarded special recognition by the Komen Foundation, National Recreation and Parks Association and Colorado Women’s Health Campaign for its impact on improved physical health in older adults. Active Options strives to be the provider of wellness services for southwest Jefferson County. Call 303-409-2264 for more information.

Foothills Park & Recreation

District – Peak Community & Wellness Center

6612 S Ward St, Littleton 80127

303-409-2200

Lilley Gulch Recreation Center

6147 S Holland Way, Littleton 80123

303-409-2500

NamasteWorks Yoga & Wellness

(www.namasteworksyoga.com)

303-725-1434

Nature/Mind/Body/Art programs uniquely designed to enrich the lives of older adults are offered throughout the year at various locations around the Denver Metro Area and can be customized for senior centers/retirement communities. Programs include elements of nature, mind and body practices, journaling, art, mindfulness, creative expression and so much more. Come and meet yourself naturally and uncover a deeper unity with yourself and nature.

Osher Lifelong Learning Institute

University of Denver

303-871-3090

The OLLI program is a membership program designed for men and women age 50 and “better” who wish to pursue

lifelong learning in the company of like-minded peers. A non-competitive atmosphere to discover new things about themselves and the world.

Parker Arts, Culture & Events –PACE Center – Arts & Cultural Programs

20000 Pikes Peak Ave, Parker 80138

303-805-6800

From oil painting and collage-making to readers’ theatre and line dancing, Parker Arts, Culture and Events Center offers a variety of arts classes designed to help you exercise your creativity. All skill levels welcome. The Adult Lecture Series provides learning opportunities on a wide range of topics including health, science, art, and community. Call 303-805-6800 for registration and information.

Ports of Call Singles

13991 E Marina St, Ste 507, Aurora 80014

303-751-5195

A singles club with ages ranging 55-80 in Denver Metro area. Activities: golf, bowling, cards, trips & tours, dances, theater, dinners. Contact JoAnn.

Prime Time News

(ad on page 79)

303-945-4506

The Prime Time Newspaper prints free copies the first Wednesday of each month. The paper is distributed in over 2,000 locations around the Greater Denver area. Providing the latest news and information for and about seniors and serving as a bulletin board for local seniors. Visit www.primetimenews.com for online version.

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Ridge Recreation Center, The

6613 S Ward St, Littleton 80127

303-409-2333

Road Scholar – Adventures in Lifelong Learning

877-426-8056

Road Scholar is a not-for-profit organization that provides exceptional learning adventures to nearly 250000 older adults each year. The philosophy is that learning is a lifelong pursuit that opens minds and enriches lives. Participants learn together and exchange ideas to explore the world.

Robert E. Loup Jewish Community Center

350 S Dahlia St, Denver 80246

303-399-2660

Senior Snuggles Interactive Workshops

720-308-8737

Do you have a group that needs a shot of inspiration, good vibes and health education? Schedule one of our interactive workshops where you will learn about the power of positive touch and the health benefits that can be realized when you get enough “Vitamin T for Touch.” These 4560 minute talks offer new knowledge and optional “hands on” activities with music, laughter and fun. Visit www.SeniorSnuggles.com or call for more information.

SilverSneakers® at Foothills Park & Recreation District – The Peaks Wellness Center

6612 S Ward St, Littleton 80127

303-409-2200

SilverSneakers® is an exercise and social

oriented program designed to encourage members, often burdened by chronic conditions, to increase their levels of activity and motivate them to continue to be active.

The SilverSneakers® Fitness Program

(www.SilverSneakers.com)

The award-winning SilverSneakers®

Fitness Program is a proven, resultsoriented program that enables older adults, often burdened with chronic conditions, to take charge of their health and maintain an active, independent lifestyle. The program is delivered through and extensive network of fitness centers throughout the country. Visit their website to find a fitness center near you.

Sunday at the Memories

720-234-9525

Ray Durkee’s Sunday at the Memories takes listeners back in time with entertaining content from their era. Music from the ‘50s & ‘60s, News & Sports Events, Movie & TV Memories, Comedy & Bloopers, Old Time Radio Shows, Big Band Memories and Legendary Disc Jockey’s. Learn more at www.sundayatthememories.com

Tech Pals

844-832-4725

A non-profit organization that helps seniors navigate technology, of all forms, to connect with on-line services and loved ones. We provide a personalized, one on one approach delivered with patience and respect to assist folks with learning techniques to maximize the benefits of smart phones, computers, tablets and other technology. www.thetechpals.org

Westwind Productions

505-892-6047

Wheat Ridge Active Adult Center

6363 W 35th Ave, Wheat Ridge 80033

303-205-7500

Some of the special activities at the Wheat Ridge Senior Center: *Computer classes daily *Line dancing every Mon & Wed afternoon. *Day excursions 2-3/ week *Silver Sneakers Program *Tons of Art Classes, Fitness Classes, Educational Classes, and Laughter Club Tuesdays at 12:15

Widowed Men & Women of America (WMWA)

(http://widowedamerica.org)

Established in 1980, Widowed Men and Women of America (WMWA) is a non-profit organization that sponsors social events for members to make new friends and have fun with people who have lost their spouse and have shared life experiences.  The average age, ratio of employed to retired persons, and number of members varies in each of our 5 Denver metro ‘Links’ - giving each one a distinct personality.  Weekly and monthly meetings promote fun, friendship and comradery.  There are a variety of activities to choose from such as dining out, dancing, bowling, hiking, golf, cards, theatre, potlucks, game nights, movies, sporting events, travel, and more. Check out www. widowedamerica.org for membership information and a list of scheduled events.

YMCAS of Metro Denver (www.DenverYMCA.org)

This is the central website of the YMCAs of Metropolitan Denver. There are 6 locations to choose from and each offers

a multitude of programs, classes and activities. Some locations offer The SilverSneakers® Fitness Program.

SENIOR CENTERS

Gathering places for seniors seeking a place for activities, friendship and planned programs. Lunches are usually served and transportation may be available.

ARVADA

Apex Community Recreation Ctr

6842 Wadsworth Blvd, Arvada 80003

303-425-9583

AURORA

Aurora Center for Active Adults

30 Del Mar Cir, Aurora 80011

303-739-7950

Central Recreation Center

18150 E Vassar Pl, Aurora 80013

720-859-4999

InnovAge Colorado PACE –

Aurora (ad on page 62)

3551 N. Chambers, Aurora, CO 80011

866-540-8457

BRIGHTON

Eagle View Adult Center

1150 Prairie Ctr Pkwy, Brighton 80601

303-655-2075

BROOMFIELD

Broomfield Senior Center

280 Spader Way, Broomfield 80020

303-464-5526

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CASTLE ROCK

Castle Rock Senior Center

2323 Woodlands Blvd, Castle Rock 80104

303-688-9498

CENTENNIAL

Goodson Recreation Center

6315 S University Blvd, Centennial 80121

303-798-2476

COMMERCE CITY

Active Adult Center at Eagle Point

6060 E Parkway Dr, Commerce City 80022

303-289-3756

DENVER

Denver Recreation Centers

– Ashland Recreation Center 2475 W Dunkeld Pl, Denver 80211

720-865-0510

– Athmar Recreation Center 2680 W Mexico Ave, Denver 80219

720-865-2180

– Aztlan Recreation Center

4435 Navajo St, Denver 80211

720-865-4380

– Barnum Recreation Center

360 Hooker St, Denver 80219

720-865-0350

– Carla Madison Recreation Center 2401 E Colfax Ave, Denver 80206

720-865-5580

– Central Park Recreation Center 9651 E MLK Jr Blvd, Denver 80238

720-865-0750

– Cook Park Recreation Center

7100 Cherry Creek S Dr, Denver 80224

720-865-0610

– Eisenhower Recreation Center

4300 Dartmouth Ave, Denver 80222

720-865-0730

– Glenarm Recreation Center

2800 Glenarm Pl, Denver 80205

720-865-3380

– Green Valley Recreation Center

4890 Argonne Wy, Denver 80249

720-865-4370

– Harvard Gulch Recreation Center 550 E Iliff Ave, Denver 80210

720-865-0905

– Harvey Park Recreation Center

2120 S Tennyson Wy, Denver 80219

720-865-0550

– Hiawatha Davis Recreation Center

3334 Holly St, Denver 80207

720-865-0590

– Highland Recreation Center

2880 Osceola St, Denver 80212

720-865-0600

– Johnson Recreation Center

4809 Race St, Denver 80216

720-865-5660

– La Alma Recreation Center

1325 W 11th Ave, Denver 80204

720-865-2200

– La Familia Recreation Center 65 S Elati St, Denver 80223

720-865-2170

– Mar tin Luther King Recreation Center

3880 Newport St, Denver 80207

720-865-0530

– Montebello Recreation Center 15555 E 53rd Ave, Denver 80239

720-865-0580

– Montclair Recreation Center

729 Ulster Wy, Denver 80220

720-865-0560

– Platte Park Recreation Center

1500 S Grant St, Denver 80210

720-865-0630

– Rude Recreation Center

2855 W Holden Pl, Denver 80204

720-865-0570

– Scheitler Recreation Center

5031 W 46th Ave, Denver 80212

720-865-0640

– Southwest Recreation Center 9200 W Saratoga Pl, Denver 80123

720-865-0670

– St. Charles Recreation Center

3777 Lafayette St, Denver 80205

720-865-2190

– Stapleton Recreation Center

5090 Broadway, Denver 80216

720-865-2150

– Swansea Recreation Center

2650 E 49th Ave, Denver 80216

720-865-0540

– Twentieth Street Recreation Center

1011 20th St, Denver 80202

720-865-0520

– Washington Park Recreation Center 701 S Franklin St, Denver 80209

720-865-3400

Denver Indian Center

4407 Morrison Rd, Denver 80219

303-936-2688

Denver Inner City Parish

1212 Mariposa St, Denver 80204

303-629-0636

InnovAge Colorado PACE –

Denver (ad on page 62)

1265 S. Broadway, Denver, CO 80210

866-540-8457

Jewish Community Center

350 S Dahlia St, Denver 80246

303-399-2660

Mulroy Neighborhood Center

3550 W 13th Ave, Ste B, Denver 80204

303-892-1540

Our Savior’s Senior Center

915 E 9th Ave, Denver 80218

303-831-7023

Schlessman Family YMCA

3901 E Yale Ave, Denver 80210

303-757-8484

Sunset Park Senior Center

1865 Larimer St, Denver 80239

720-264-3305

The Salvation Army

Denver Red Shield

2915 High St, Denver 80205

303-295-2107

Washington Street Community Ctr

809 S Washington St, Denver 80209

303-733-4643

Westwood Community Center

1000 S Lowell Blvd, Denver 80219

303-934-2268

Zion Senior Center

5151 E 33rd Ave, Denver 80207

303-333-5746

ENGLEWOOD

Malley Senior Recreation Center

3380 S Lincoln St, Englewood 80113

303-762-2660

EVERGREEN

Wulf Recreation Center

5300 S Olive Rd, Evergreen 80439

720-880-1200

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GOLDEN

Golden Community Center

1470 10th St, Golden 80401

303-384-8100

HIGHLANDS RANCH

Southridge Highlands Ranch

Community Center

4800 McArthur Ranch Rd

Highlands Ranch 80130

303-471-7020

LAKEWOOD

Clements Community Center

1580 Yarrow St, Lakewood 80214 303-987-4820

InnovAge Colorado PACE –

Lakewood (ad on page 62)

8405 W. Alameda Ave, Lakewood, CO 80226

866-540-8457

LITTLETON / GREENWOOD

VILLAGE / CENTENNIAL

Douglas H. Buck Community Recreation Center

2004 W Powers Ave, Littleton 80120

303-797-8787

LONE TREE

Lone Tree Recreation Center

10249 RidgeGate Cir, Lone Tree 80124

303-708-3500

NORTHGLENN

Northglenn Senior Center

1 E Memorial Pkwy, Northglenn 80233

303-450-8801

PARKER

Parker Senior Center 10675 Longs Way, Parker 80138 303-841-5370

SHERIDAN

Sheridan Recreation Center

3325 W Oxford Ave, Sheridan 80236

303-761-2241

THORNTON

InnovAge Colorado PACE –

Thornton (ad on page 62)

445 E. 124th Ave, Thornton, CO 80241 866-540-8457

Thornton Active Adult Center 11181 Colorado Blvd, Thornton 80233 303-255-7850

Trail Winds Recreation Center –Active Adult Wing

13495 Holly S, Thornton 80241 720-977-5777

WESTMINSTER

The MAC

3295 W 72nd Ave, Westminster 80030 303-426-4310

WHEAT RIDGE

Seniors Resource Center

(ad on page 19)

3227 Chase St, Wheat Ridge 80212 303-238-8151

Wheat Ridge Active Adult Center

6363 W 35th Av, Wheat Ridge 80033 303-205-7500

SENIOR HEALTH CENTERS / CLINICS

Health Clinics usually provide more comprehensive health and related services than a traditional medical practice. Services may include physicians who specialize in Geriatrics, a nurse practitioner, a masters level social worker (MSW), and, in many cases, financial discounts may be available.

Denver Health Adult Sub Specialty Clinic

700 Delaware St, 3rd Fl, Denver 80204

303-436-6065

Denver Neighborhood Health Clinics

– Eastside

501 28th St, Denver 80205

303-602-6333

– La Casa, Quigg Newton

4545 Navajo St, Denver 80211

303-602-6700

– Lowry Family Health Ctr

1001 Yosemite St, Denver 80230

303-602-4545

– Montebello

12600 E Albrook Dr, Denver 80239

303-602-4000

– Park Hill

4995 E 33rd Ave, Denver 80207

303-602-3720

– Stout Street Clinic

2130 Stout St, Denver 80205

303-293-2220

– Westside

1100 Federal Blvd, Denver 80204

303-436-4200

Metropolitan Community Provider Network

303-360-MCPN

– Englewood Clinic

3515 S Delaware, Englewood 80110

303-360-6276

– Jeffco Clinic

7495 W 29th Ave, Wheat Ridge 80033

303-360-6276

– Potomac Street Health Center

700 Potomace St, Ste A, Aurora 80011

303-360-3712

– South Aurora Family Health Svcs

15132 E Hampden, Ste G, Aurora 80014

303-762-6546

Platte Valley Medical Center

1600 Prairie Ctr Pkwy, Brighton 80601

303-498-1600

Salud Clinic

6255 Quebec Pkwy, Commerce City 80022

303-697-2583

St. Anthony Senior Health Centers

– Lakewood

11700 W 2nd Pl, Ste 4450, Lakewood 80228

303-825-1234

– Westminster

500 W 144th Ave, Ste 140, Westminster 80023

303-430-2640

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Organizations such as government, non-profit, and community organizations created to assist seniors in many areas of their lives.

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AARP ElderWatch

303-222-4444

A program with the Colorado Attorney General & the AARP Foundation. Created to collect data, document reports and educate the public about fraud and financial exploitation.

AARP State Office

303 E 17th Ave, Ste 510, Denver 80203 866-554-5376

Addiction Resource –

AddictionResource.net

An informational guide serving individuals & their families who struggle with addiction, substance use disorders, & mental health disorders. Provides trusted content for those researching addiction, substance abuse, and treatment options to help individuals seek recovery.

Aging & Adult Svcs Division (AAS)

303-866-5288

Under the Direction of the Colorado Department of Human Services, the AAS Division serves Colorado’s older adults through Adult Protective Services and the State Unit on Aging. For more information, please call or visit www.colorado.gov/ cdhs/older-adults

Aging Resources of Douglas Cnty

104 4th St, Castle Rock 80104

303-814-4300

Aging Resources is a one-stop center for aging issues and concerns. We are a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing services, resources, and information that allow older people to stay independent and in their own homes. Our innovative

programs keep the cost of living down and quality of life up for seniors!

A Little Help (ad on page 87)

2755 S Locust St, Ste 220, Denver 80220

720-242-9032

Staying in your own home, is one thing that almost all of us hope for. You want to live in a place that you know, surrounded by people and things you love. With A Little Help, you can continue to receive all the services you need in your own home. Annual services start at $20/month.

Alzheimer’s Association Colorado Chapter

(ad on page 208)

455 Sherman St, Ste 500, Denver 80203

303-813-1669 / 800-272-3900

A non profit organization that has developed volunteer and formal care giving teams to help families caring for individuals with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. We also provide Support Groups, Education Workshops and Volunteer Training to the public at no charge as well as information about local programs and services

Arapahoe County Chore Services

303-738-8080

Older adults 60+ living in Arapahoe County can call to request help with non-routine heavy duty chores. Free but donations welcome.

Arapahoe County Council on Aging

303-273-2855

ACCOA’s purpose is to identify the needs, concerns, and issues of older adults in Arapahoe County. The Council plans, advises and advocates services which promotes as much independence as

possible to remain in their homes and communities. Visit www.accoa.info

Area Agency on Aging Regional Council of Governments

(See Denver Commission on Aging on pages 14-17)

Benefits in Action – Connectedness (www.benefitsinaction.org/ connectedness )

720-713-6144

Are you feeling isolated? Disconnected? Looking for a safe place to talk? You are not alone. The COVID-19 pandemic has left many individuals feeling lonelier and more disconnected than ever. Benefits in Action provides mental wellness support through individual Connectedness Calls, a bi-weekly Peer Support Group, and a Music Therapy Group. To register

or for more information go to: www.benefitsinaction.org/connectedness

Bessie’s Hope

303-623-1176

Matches community volunteers of all ages with isolated nursing home and assisted living residents. Families or individuals “adopt” a resident who has no local family members. Volunteers visit, go on outings, and celebrate holidays with seniors. Also, a few thousand youth are trained each year to provide ongoing intergenerational activities and relationships with a few thousand elders.

Catholic Charities –Senior Outreach

3550 W 13th Ave, Denver 80204

303-892-1540

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ment, short-term social work, problem solving, support groups, volunteer companion care, and workshops to seniors and their caregivers.

Cleaning for a Reason Program (cleaningforareason.org)

Women undergoing treatment for cancer receive the gift of free house cleaning.

Colorado Assisted Living Association (www.coloradoassistedliving association.org)

CALA serves the assisted living industry in Colorado through education & training, advocacy with legislative & regulatory agencies and offers a network of support. The association serves owners, directors and caregivers in both the small residential home community as well as larger facilities.

Colorado Center for Aging, The 720-835-1976

The CCA exists to “raise the voice of older Coloradans” in political advocacy and through other forums which will benefit the diversity of older adults.

Colorado Commission on Aging

303-866-5288

The Colorado Commission on Aging (CCOA) was established under the authority of the Older Coloradans Act to serve as the primary advisory body on all matters affecting older persons. The CCOA is a volunteer organization of seventeen people appointed by the Governor and approved by the Senate committee to serve for four year terms. For more information,

please call or visit https://www.colorado. gov/pacific/cdhs-boards-committeescollaboration/colorado-commission-aging

Colorado Division of Insurance

1560 Broadway, Ste 850, Denver 80202 303-894-7499

Case consultation, assessment, and information about and referrals to community resources are offered to seniors and their families.

Colorado Gerontological Society

1129 N Pennsylvania St, Denver 80203 303-333-3482

The Colorado Gerontological Society, a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization which began in 1980, provides advocacy, information and assistance to Colorado older adults as well as education and networking opportunities for professionals in the field of aging.

Colorado Guardianship Association (www.coloradoguardianship association.org)

CGA is a non-profit organization serving guardians, conservators and fiduciaries in Colorado. Events are designed to enhance their knowledge and inform them about changes in the law and legal processes. Held 2nd Tuesday of alternate months, 8:30 am –10:15 am Porter Place, 1001 E Yale Ave, Denver.

Denver Commission on Aging

Wellington Webb Municipal Bldg 201 W Colfax Av, Dept 1102, Denver 80202 720-913-8450

An accessible and diverse commission focused on Denver’s older adult residents, working in partnership with other concerned groups to promote awareness of older adult issues,

identify resources, and advocate on behalf of older adults to enhance the quality of life.

Denver Parks & Recreation

201 W Colfax Ave, Dept 601, Denver 80202

720-865-0605

Denver Parks and Recreation is dedicated to enhancing lives by providing innovative programs in safe, beautiful, sustainable places. Programs provide an inclusive atmosphere to help individuals develop new interests, stay active, learn new skill sets, foster community and build healthy habits.

Douglas Cnty Senior Outreach Svcs

100 Third St, Castle Rock 80104

303-814-4300

Provides information & referrals to services in Douglas County.

DRCOG Area Agency on Aging (ad on pages 14-17)

www.drcog.networkofcare.org

1001 17th St, Ste 700, Denver 80202

303-480-6700

Denver Regional Council of Governments (DRCOG) serves as the Area Agency on Aging for the counties of Adams, Arapahoe, Broomfield, Clear Creek, Denver, Douglas, Gilpin, and Jefferson. Provides information and assistance for older adults and their caregivers, and for adults 18 and older with disabilities.

Operates Long-term Care Ombudsman Program advocating for residents of nursing homes and assisted living residences.

Foster Grandparent Program

2660 Larimer St, Denver 80205

303-297-0408

Pays a small, but tax-free stipend to volunteers over 55 who work with children in schools or day care centers.

Friends of Man

5594 S Prince St, Littleton 80120

303-798-2342

Assists with many needs including payment for mobility items, prescriptions, hearing aids,dentures, glasses, and more. Applications to be requested ONLY by referring professionals (social workers, health care workers,clergy, etc) on behalf of low income people. For guidelines and applications, visit our website

www.friendsofman.org.

Group to Alleviate Smoking

Pollution (GASP of Colorado)

303-444-9799

A statewide nonprofit organization that educates the public about the dangers of secondhand smoke (including e-cigarettes and marijuana) and advocates for smoke-free policies at work, in public places, and in multi-unit housing. Provides lists of smoke-free hotels, apartments (including senior living), and condos online. Visit gaspforair.org

Guardianship Alliance of Colorado

303-691-9339

Provides information, referrals and technical assistance about guardianship conservatorship, powers of attorney and related matters.

Hospice & Palliative Care

Association of the Rockies

2851 S Parker Rd, Ste 1210, Aurora 80014

303-848-2522

InnovAge PACE

(ad on page 62)

8950 E Lowry Blvd, Denver 80230

866-540-8457

InnovAge’s Program of All-inclusive Care

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for the Elderly (PACE) is an alternative to nursing facilities. Seniors receive customized healthcare and social support at a nearby PACE center. Each PACE participant has a team of medical experts dedicated to providing personalized healthcare and support to help them age at home

Integrated Family Community Services (IFCS)

3370 S Irving, Englewood 80110

303-789-0501

Provides medical transport and Lunch Bunch for low income seniors who are ambulatory. Also helps with hearing aids and eyeglasses, food, clothing and financial assistance. Serving South Metro Citizens.

Jewish Family Service – Senior Svcs

3201 S Tamarac Dr, Denver 80231

303-597-5000

JFS Senior Solutions, managed by a staff of experienced geriatric care managers, provides a variety or services to help older adults stay strong, well and independent, in the comfort of their own homes. Services are open to all older adults, regardless of race, religions, affiliation, gender, age, income, or sexual orientation. JFS provides in-home care, meal delivery, personal services, counseling, help transitioning from home to assisted care and nursing home outreach.

Long-term Care Ombudsman –(Adams, Arapahoe, Broomfield, Clear Creek, Denver, Douglas, Gilpin & Jefferson)

303-480-6734

Help with inquiries or complaints about

nursing homes and assisted living facilities.

Love INC of Littleton (Senior Access)

PO Box 787, Littleton 80160

303-794-5683 (LOVE)

Love INC of Littleton mobilizes churches to meet the needs of the Littleton community. Predominately volunteer-based, we offer a wide array of resources. Senior Access is a weekly gathering for active seniors, ages 55+, designed to provide a place of connection for southwest area seniors. Senior Access meets Thursdays 10 am to noon at Faith Community Church (6228 S. Carr Ct, Littleton, 80123).

Lutheran Family Services Rocky Mountains – Older Adult & Caregiver Services

1035 Osage St, Ste 700, Denver 80204 303-922-3433

Lutheran Family Services Rocky Mountains Older Adult & Caregiver Services serves as an experienced guide and resource for older adults as they move through the transitions experienced in late life. Our care managers evaluate needs, coordinate and monitor services, offer consultations with adult children, caregivers and family members. Fees are based on a sliding scale.

NARFE National Active & Retired Federal Employees Association

703-838-7760

NARFE is the only association dedicated to protecting the earned retirement benefits of federal employees, retirees and their survivors.

National Eldercare Locator

800-677-1116

NextFifty Initiative

2000 S Colorado Blvd, Tower 1, Ste 5500, Denver 80218

303-547-1800

Promotes independence and dignity for the aging population; includes the needs of low and moderate income persons, and individuals with physical, cognitive, and/ or behavioral disabilities through innovative, affordable and coordinated services.

Rebuilding Together Metro Denver

2839 W 44th Ave, Denver 80211

720-524-0840

Home rehabilitation in Denver Metro area and minor home repair in some surrounding cities. Services at no cost for income eligible homeowners. www.RebuildingDenver.org.

Rocky Mountain Stroke Center

5666 S Bannock St, Littleton 80120

303-730-8800

RSVP (Retired & Sr Volunteer Prog)

– S.H.O.U.T.

720-523-2820

– Denver, Douglas & Western Arapahoe Counties

2660 Larimer St, Denver 80205

303-297-0408

– Jefferson County

3227 Chase St, Denver 80212

303-235-6907

Helps Seniors locate service opportunities in their communities.

Senior Answers & Services, Inc

1129 N Pennsylvania St, Denver 80203

303-333-3482

counseling on advanced directives and claim filing for seniors and their families. www.senioranswers.org.

Senior Assistance Center

4255 Jason St, Ste C120, Denver 80211

303-455-9642

Assists qualifying seniors with basic needs of food, clothing and utilities in addition to durable medical equipment loans, bus passes and government commodities.

Senior Citizens Program –Denver Indian Center

4407 Morrison Rd, Denver 80219

303-936-2688

Community Center for American Indians providing employment & training services, resources and referrals for adults.

Senior Hub, Inc – Senior Outreach

10190 Bannock St, Northglenn 80260

303-426-4408

Offers comprehensive direct services to older adults and their family members to help seniors remain independent, healthy, and in their homes. Provides personalized Care Management, Meals on Wheels, In-Home Care, Adult Day Service, and more.

Seniors’ Resource Center –Support Services

3227 Chase St, Wheat Ridge 80212

303-238-8151

Community-based case management, information and referral, assessment, supportive counseling, emergency financial assistance, and crisis intervention are offered to seniors living in Jefferson County and West Adams County. Speakers are available.

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Senior Support Services –Advocacy & Counseling

846 E 18th Ave, Denver 80218

303-832-1622

Serves seniors by taking action on behalf of seniors to secure services, rights, or benefits, including receiving, investigating, and working to resolve disputes or complaints. Will serve homebound seniors living in the Denver County area bounded by I-25, Downing, 32nd Ave, and 6th Ave. Also is a day shelter for homeless and low income seniors. Open 7 am - 7 pm.

Mon-Fri 10 am - 4 pm Sunday. Serves three meals a day.

Senior Support Services –Advocacy & Counseling (VOA)

2660 Larimer St, Denver 80205

303-297-0408

Offering services to Seniors such as Meals On Wheels, Handyman Program, volunteer programs and Foster Grandparent Program.

Sunshine Home Share Colorado

303-915-8264

Sunshine Home Share Colorado is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to promote aging in place through a safe, care-managed, home-sharing model.

Sunshine Home Share matches you with others who are seeking a place to live –utilizing the extra space in your home in turn helps you generate income, receive assistance with basic household chores, and finds companionship for older adults while accessing untapped affordable housing for home seekers. Visit

www.sunshinehomeshare.org for more information.

The Center on Colfax

1301 E Colfax Ave, Denver 80218

303-733-7743

The Center on Colfax invites you to attend one of the many social, educational and support programs that we offer through the SAGE of the Rockies and Capital Hill Care Link programs. LGBTQ adults and allies 50+ are provided activities to maintain their independence, health, and quality of life through social connections, educational workshops, fitness classes, resources, and service referrals that fit their unique needs.

The Colorado Center for Aging

www.coloradocenterforaging.org

720-835-1976

The CCA exists to “raise the voice of older Coloradans” in political advocacy and through other forums which will benefit the diversity of older adults in the state. The CCA is a volunteer-driven, non-partisan organization with many volunteer options for raising those voices through advocacy, education, story-telling, and networking.

United Way

211

2-1-1 is a phone number that connects the public to a local agency that can provide information about services, as well as refer callers to appropriate programs to meet their needs.

VA Medical Foster Home – Denver

4545 E 9th Ave, Denver 80220 303-327-7000

The Denver Veterans Administration, MFH is an alternative to nursing home care in

a community family setting for veterans of any age who can no longer safely live independently. MFH offers 24/7 longitudinal care for the veteran including one-on-one personal attention through end-of-life. The VA Home Based Primary Care multidisciplinary team provides on-going support in the homes.

VNA Medical Foot Care Clinics

303-698-6496

Senior medical foot care is a service provided by the Visiting Nurse Association (VNA). The program focuses on the prevention of disease and maintaining the mobility and comfort of an at-risk population. VNA hosts a clinic at various locations throughout Denver and Colorado Springs. Your visit may be covered under Kaiser insurance plan. Please call the VNA to schedule your appointment at a clinic near you!

SNOW REMOVAL

A Little Help

2755 S Locust St, Ste 220, Denver 80220 720-242-9032

Volunteers of America

Handyman Program

303-297-0408

City of Westminster – Snow Busters

303-658-2412

United Way

303-658-2150

SOCIAL SECURITY

General Social Security

– Information

800-772-1213

– Aurora

14280 E Jewell Ave #250, 2nd Fl, Parks College, Aurora 80012

866-931-9965

– Denver Downtown 1500 Champa St, Ste 200, Denver 80202 866-613-9904

– Lakewood

13151 W Alameda Pkwy, Lakewood 80228 866-563-9469

SOCIAL SERVICES

Social Services

– Adams County

11860 N Pecos St, Westminster 80234

720-523-2000

– Arapahoe County 14980 E Alameda Dr, Aurora 80012 303-636-1130

– Broomfield County 100 Spader Wy, Broomfield 80020 720-887-2200

– Denver County 1200 N Federal Blvd, Denver 80204 720-944-4347

– Douglas County 4400 Castleton Ct, Castle Rock 80109 303-688-4825

– Gilpin County 15193 Hwy 119, Black Hawk 80422 303-582-5444

– Jefferson County 900 Jefferson Cty Pkwy, Golden 80401

303-271-1388

STAIR LIFTS

Accessible Systems

(ad on page 95)

3025 W Jefferson, Englewood 80110

303-529-1521

SUPPORT GROUPS & SERVICES

Support services are non-profit, for-profit and government organizations providing support and associated services such as counseling for specific illnesses and conditions.

ALZHEIMER’S

Alzheimer’s Association

Colorado Chapter

(ad on page 208)

455 Sherman St, Ste 500, Denver 80203

303-813-1669 / 800-272-3900

ARTHRITIS

Arthritis Foundation

800-283-7800

BONE HEALTH

American Bone Health

80 Swan Wy, Ste 350, Oakland 94621 888-266-3015

BREAST CANCER

Porter Adventist Hospital

2525 S Downing St, Denver 80210

303-778-5832

Reach for Recovery –American Cancer Society

303-758-2030

CANCER

Cancer Care Support Groups at Lutheran Medical Center

(Call for topics)

303-403-3608

Caregivers Support Group –Senior Hub

10190 Bannock St, Northglenn 80260

303-426-4408

General Cancer Support Group

Lutheran Med Center

303-403-3608

Life Spark Cancer Resources –Healing Buddies

355 S Teller St, Ste 200, Lakewood 80226 303-425-5670

Serves Denver, Boulder, Lakewood, Englewood

Lutheran Family Services Rocky Mountains – African American Caregivers Support Group

15324 E Hampden Cir, Aurora 80205 303-217-5839

Porter Adventist

2525 S Downing St, Denver 80210 303-778-5832

CROHN’S & COLITIS

Abbvie – Crohn’s & Colitis Support CDandUC.com

GRIEF SUPPORT GROUPS

Colorado VNA Hospice & Palliative – Hospice Grief

Support Group (ad on page 129)

6750 W 52nd Ave, Arvada 80002

303-329-0870

Littleton Methodist Church

5894 S Datura St, Littleton 80120 303-794-6379

The Denver Hospice Support Groups & Services

(ad on page 127) 8289 E Lowry Blvd, Denver 80230

303-398-6200

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Are You Aging in Place on Your Terms?

Perhaps you are one of millions of Americans who would love to stay in your home well past retirement and into your golden years.

Or, maybe mobility and ability challenges have you looking for ways to make the rooms in your home more easily accessible to yourself or a loved one.

Before the “For Sale” sign goes in the front yard, take a few moments to sit down with your loved ones and learn about the many ways to make your home safer and more livable. Some involve simple changes that might make you say,

“Why didn’t I think of that?” Others involve assistive devices and aids to daily living that can make everyday tasks much easier and safer. On yet another level, home modifications can literally create new, safe spaces within your home.

Remember to weigh the cost of alternative care versus the cost of making your home environment more accessible through modification. Home modifications and accessibility equipment like stair lifts, bathroom safety, ramps, and vertical platform lifts usually are not covered by Medicare or Insurance, but may be through

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Are You Aging in Place on Your Terms? continued

non-profits, waiver programs, reverse mortgages, special home improvement loans, foundations and churches. If you need information about financing options, your accessibility equipment provider or contractor can help. ~

SUPPORT GROUPS & SERVICES continued

HEARING IMPAIRED

Addiction Resource –AddictionResource.net

HEART DISEASE

American Heart Association

1777 S Harrison St, Ste 500, Denver 80210 303-801-4630

LUNG DISEASE

American Lung Association of Colorado

5600 Greenwood Plaza Blvd, Ste 100, Greenwood Village 80111 303-388-4327

EZ Breathers – Lutheran Med Ctr

I-70 & Frontage Rd

303-467-4122

Spaulding Rehab Hospital 900 Potomac, Aurora 80011

303-367-1166

MENTAL HEALTH

Addiction Resource –AddictionResource.net

Editor’s Note: This article was submitted by Amy Reid with Accessible Systems, A Lifeway Mobility Company. She may be reached at 303-693-7787or by email at amy@accessiblemed.com. See ad on page 95.

CENTUS Counseling, Consulting & Education

303-639-5240

NAMI Colorado

3333 S Bannock St, Ste 430, Englewood 80110 303-321-3104

Recovery International 866-221-0302

MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS

National MS Society 900 Broadway, Ste 250, Denver 80209 303-698-7400 / 800-344-4867

MUSCULAR DYSTROPHY

Muscular Dystrophy Assocociation Support Group

303-691-3331

PARKINSON’S DISEASE

Parkinson Association of the Rockies

1325 S Colorado Blvd, Ste 204-B Denver 80222

303-830-1839

POLIO

Easter Seals Post-Polio Support Grp 303-233-1666

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Parkinson Association of the Rockies Is Here to Help

Parkinson’s disease is a movement disorder that impairs balance and coordination, slows movement, and leads to tremors and stiffness of the limbs.

Equally as important are less visible symptoms such as a weak voice, loss of facial expression, depression, pain, fatigue, anxiety and slowed thinking. More symptoms can occur as time goes on, and existing symptoms usually worsen. Parkinson’s is a chronic and progressive disease, and these symptoms vary from person to person.

There is currently no cure for the disease, but there are many treatments available to improve quality of life including: medication, surgical interventions, speech therapy and regular exercise. Specifically, exercise is understood to be critical in easing the symptoms and progression.

Parkinson’s is caused by the loss of dopamine producing cells in specific parts of the brain and affects more than one million people in the U.S. with approximately 25,000 of these individuals living in Colorado. While the average age of a Parkinson’s diagnosis is 65, it may occur in individuals as young as 30.

Quick Facts:

n Parkinson’s disease is second only to Alzheimer’s as a degenerative neurological disorder. In the United States, Parkinson’s disease affects more people than the total of those living with multiple sclerosis, muscular dystrophy, and Lou Gehrigs’ disease (ALS).

n A new case of Parkinson’s is diagnosed in this country every nine minutes.

n Medications can help control to the symptoms of Parkinson’s disease, but there is currently no cure.

Parkinson Association of the Rockies is here to help those who have been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease, their Care Partners, and the community. We provide free programs and services including exercise programs, support groups, education, social workers and more to help those living with Parkinson’s thrive! Contact us at 303-830-1839 or info@

ParkinsonRockies.org ~

Editor’s Note: This article was submitted by Jodi Brown, Executive Director Parkinson Association of the Rockies. For more information they may be reached at 303-830-1839.

SUPPORT GROUPS & SERVICES continued

PROSTATE CANCER

American Cancer Society

10065 E Harvard Ave, Ste 400, Denver 80224

303-758-2030 / 800-227-2345

PSORIASIS

Abbvie – Psoriasis Support psoriasis.com

STROKE

Easterseals Colorado’s Neurological Rehabilitation Adult Day Program (NRADP)

5755 W Alameda Ave, Lakewood 80226

303-596-2819

Sky Cliff Center Stroke Support

4600 E Hwy 86, Castle Rock 80104

303-814-2863

VISUALLY IMPAIRED

Addiction Resource –AddictionResource.net

Senior Low Vision Program

2233 W Shepperd Ave, Littleton 80120

303-778-1130

TAX INFORMATION

AARP (Income Tax Preparation)

303 E 17th Ave, Ste 510, Denver 80203 866-554-5376

Adams County Income Tax Assistance

– 4430 S Adams Cnty Pkwy, Brighton 80601 303-659-2120

– 11860 N Pecos St, Westminster 80234 720-523-2700

Benefits in Action

(www.benefitsinaction.org )

12157 W Cedar Dr, Ste 100, Lakewood 80228 720-221-8354

Colorado Dept of Revenue (State Tax Info)

1375 Sherman St, Denver 80261

303-238-7378

IRS (Federal Tax Info)

800-829-1040

Taxpayer Advocate Service

1375 Sherman St, Denver 80261 303-238-7378

VITA Tax – RSVP Seniors Resource Ctr

– 3227 Chase St, Wheat Ridge 80212 303-238-8151

– 10181-B W Bowles Ave, Littleton 80127 303-979-6173

Senior Technology Therapy, LLC I speak Senior!

Helping Seniors Use Technology In Activities Of Daily Life

The ability for seniors to use technology is the key to preserving independence and socialization

As an Occupational Therapist, my unique approach addresses physical and cognitive challenges with aging/illness/injury with your level of needs and usage for technology

720-671-0738 | SeniorTechnologyTherapy.com SeniorTechnologyTherapy@gmail.com

TECHNOLOGY BASED LEARNING

Senior Technology Therapy

(ad on page 99)

720-671-0738

TRANSPORTATION

Angel Flight West

888-426-2643

Volunteer pilots offer no cost emergency air transportation

ADAMS COUNTY

Via Mobility Services

303-444-3043

ARAPAHOE COUNTY

Love on Wheels

(Love INC of Littleton)

PO Box 787, Littleton 80160

303-794-5683

Via Mobility Services

303-444-3043

BROOMFIELD COUNTY

Broomfield Easy Ride

303-464-5534

DENVER COUNTY

A Little Help

(ad on page 87)

2755 S Locust St, Ste 220, Denver 80220

720-242-9032

Call – Limited coverage area

Via Mobility Services

303-444-3043

DOUGLAS COUNTY

Aging Resources of Douglas County

104 4th St, Castle Rock 80104

303-660-7519

Castle Rock Senior Ctr (9am–3pm M-F) 2323 Woodlands Blvd, Castle Rock 80104 303-688-9498

Parker Senior Center 10675 Longs Way, Parker 80138 303-841-5370

JEFFERSON COUNTY

Lakewood Rides

1580 Yarrow St, Lakewood 80214

303-987-4826

Via Mobility Services

303-444-3043

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TRANSPORTATION continued

METROPOLITAN AREA

American Cancer Society

10065 E Harvard Ave, Ste 400, Denver 80231

800-227-2345

American Medical Response (Ambulance)

303-495-1200

American Red Cross

444 Sherman St, Denver 80203

303-722-7474

Colorado Easter Seal –Community Transport

393 S Halan St, Ste 250, Lakewood 80226

303-233-1666

Denver Regional Council of Governments (DRCOG) AAA

– Transportation Voucher Program (ad on pages 14-17)

1001 17th St, Ste 700, Denver 80202

303-480-6700

Denver Regional Mobility and Access Council (DRMAC)

789 Sherman St, Ste 250, Denver 80203

303-243-3113

RTD

– Access-A-Ride Disabled

303-299-2960

– Route & Schedule Info

303-299-6000

– Senior Shopper

303-299-6503

Via Mobility Services

303-444-3043

World Wide Adult Day Care

10890 E Dartmouth Ave, Ste H-1, Denver 80014

303-815-6285 / 303-704-8777

UTILITY ASSISTANCE

Heat Help

866-432-8435

VETERAN SERVICES

Veterans Administration

800-827-1000

Veterans Crisis Line

800-273-8255 x1

NATIONAL

Debt Management

800-827-0648

Education Benefits

888-442-4551

Health Benefits

877-222-8387

Insurance Center

800-669-8477

VA Benefits

800-827-1000

COUNTY Veteran Services Offices

– Adams County 11860 Pecos St, Westminster 80234 720-523-2770

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Arapahoe County

1690 W Littleton Blvd, Ste 110, Littleton 80120

303-738-8045

– Broomfield County

100 Spader Wy, Broomfield 80020

720-887-2263

– Denver County

1247 Sante Fe, Denver 80204

303-476-0048

– Douglas County

301 Wilcox St, Castle Rock 80104

303-663-6200

– Jefferson County

3500 Illinois St, Ste 1600, Golden 80401

303-271-4205

LOCAL

VA Regional Office

155 Van Gordon St, Lakewood 80228

800-827-1000

Aurora Outpatient Clinic

13701 E Mississippi Ave, Ste 200

Aurora 80012

303-398-6340

Beneficent: LTC Funding Education &

(ad on page 53)

719-645-8350

Options

Serving all of Colorado

Colorado Division of Veterans Affairs

155 Van Gordon St, Ste 201, Lakewood 80228

303-914-5832

Community Resources & Referral Ctr

3836 York St, Denver 80205

303-294-5600

Denver Veterans Center

7465 E 1st Ave, Ste B, Denver 80230

303-326-0645

Denver Regional Council of Governments (DRCOG) AAA –Veteran Directed Care

(ad on pages 14-17)

1001 17th St, Ste 700, Denver 80202

303-480-6700

Fort Logan National Cemetery

4400 W Kenyon Ave, Denver 80236

303-761-0117

Golden Outpatient Clinic

1020 Johnson Rd, Golden 80401

303-914-2680

RMVA – Rocky Mountain Veterans Alliance (www.rmvap.org)

720-253-0963

Rocky Mountain Regional VA Medical Center

1700 N Wheeling, Aurora 80045

303-399-8020

Volunteers of America

Supportive Services

303-297-0408

VISION RESOURCES

Non-profit and government organizations providing vision resources. Many programs are sliding scale or income qualifying.

Audio Information Network of CO

1700 55th St, Ste A, Boulder 80301

303-786-7777 / 877-443-2001

Colorado Center for the Blind

2233 W Shepperd Av, Littleton 80120

303-778-1130

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VISION RESOURCES continued

Colorado Gerontological Society

1129 N Pennsylvania St, Denver 80203

303-333-3482

Colorado Talking Book Library

180 Sheridan Blvd, Denver 80226

303-727-9277

Ensight Skills Center

303-757-4500

Eye Care America

877-887-6327

Seniors’ Resource Center

3227 Chase St, Wheat Ridge 80212

303-238-8151

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

AARP – Colorado

303 E 17th Ave, Ste 510, Denver 80203

866-554-5376

Aging Resources of Douglas Cnty 104 4th St, Castle Rock 80104

303-814-4300

Arapahoe County Council on Aging (ACCOA)

PO Box 882, Littleton 80120

303-273-2855

A Little Help (ad on page 87)

2755 S Locust St, Ste 220, Denver 80220

720-242-9032

American Diabetes Association

720-855-1102

Audio Information Network of CO

1700 55th St, Ste A, Boulder 80301

303-786-7777 / 877-443-2001

Bessie’s Hope

303-623-1176

Centura Health LINKS (www.centura.org/ centura-health-links)

866-479-3301

Cherry Creek Schools Transportation (www.CherryCreekSchools.org)

720-554-4664

Christianvolunteering.org (www.Christianvolunteering.org)

Colorado Gerontological Society

1129 N Pennsylvania St, Denver 80203

303-333-3482

Colorado VNA Hospice & Palliative – Hospice Grief Support Group

(ad on page 129)

6750 W 52nd Ave, Arvada 80002

303-329-0870

Corporation for National and Community Service

202-606-5000

Denver Botanic Gardens

1007 York St, Denver 80206

720-865-3500

Denver County Human Services 1200 Federal Blvd, Denver 80204

720-944-4347

Denver Metro RSVP (Denver, Douglas & W Arapahoe Counties) 2660 Larimer St, Denver 80205

303-297-0408

Denver Regional Council of Governments (DRCOG) AAA

(ad on pages 14-17)

1001 17th St, Ste 700, Denver 80202

303-480-6700

Denver Rescue Mission (Volunteer Opportunities Available)

6100 Smith Rd, Denver 80216

303-297-1815

Denver Zoo

2300 Steele St, Denver 80205

720-337-1400

Food Bank of the Rockies

(ad on page 40) (www.foodbankrockies.org)

10700 E 45th Ave, Denver 80239

720-473-6323

Foster Grandparents Prog (VOA)

2660 Larimer St, Denver 80205

303-297-0408

Hospice Organizations

Welcome Volunteers!

(See listings on page 142)

Mile High United Way –Volunteer@unitedwaydenver.org

303-433-8383

Senior Assistance Center

4255 Jason St, Ste C120, Denver 80211

303-455-9642

Servicios de la Raza

3131 W 14th Ave, Denver 80204

303-458-5851

Spark The Change Colorado (formerly Metro Volunteers)

789 Sherman St, Ste 220, Denver 80203

303-282-1234

The Denver Hospice Support Groups & Services

(ad on page 127)

8289 E Lowry Blvd, Denver 80230

303-398-6200

Volunteermatch.org

Volunteers of America: RSVP

(Retired Senior Volunteer Program)

2660 Larimer St, Denver 80205

303-297-0408

WELLNESS & EXERCISE PROGRAMS

J. Leonard Levy Family Wellness Center –

Shalom Park (ad on page 71)

14800 E Belleview Dr, Aurora 80015

303-400-2294

WOUND CARE

Restore Wound Care – Mobile

(ad on page 103)

In Our Clinics or In Your Home

720-678-9868

Serving the Front Range

Non Medical Home Care Definitions

24 HOUR ON CALL – Refers to ‘around the clock treatment’ in a home environment. The care may be shared by multiple caregivers or by a single caregiver.

ALZHEIMER’S/DEMENTIA CARE –

Non-skilled care provided for clients with memory issues includes but not limited to establishing a routine, reminders for activities for daily living, rerouting if necessary and assistance with sleep issues or ‘sun downing’. By using creativity and caregiving skills, you can adapt routines and activities as needs change.

BONDED – Being bonded means that a bonding company has secured money that is available to the consumer in the event they file a claim against the company.

HOMEMAKER/COMPANION –

Non-medical assistance with meal preparation, laundry, light housekeeping, errands, activities, outings, companion-ship and other household duties. These agencies are licensed by the state.

HOURLY MINIMUM – This refers to the minimum number of hours that an agency provides service.

INSURED – This refers to what happens if someone gets hurt on the job. If the company isn’t insured, then the claim gets filed against the homeowner’s insurance. If the company is insured, then the claim gets filed against the company’s insurance.

LICENSURE – A home care agency, whether medical or non-medical, shall be issued a license consistent with the type and extent of services provided.

CLASS A – A home care agency that provides any skilled healthcare service. Agencies with a Class A license may also provide personal care services.

CLASS B – A home care agency that provides only personal care services. An agency with a Class B license shall not provide any skilled healthcare service.

STATE REGISTRATION – The State of Colorado does not license homecare placement agencies. Placement agencies are registered with the state. Registration ensures that placement agencies are adhering to certain minimum standards such as background checks for caregivers and insurance requirements for agencies and caregivers.

MED-ALERT SYSTEMS – Personal medical alert products activated by pushing a button.

MEDICATION REMINDER –

Assistance with reminding an individual about medications but not dispensing medications.

TRANSPORTATION – Rides to shopping, appointments and other outings.

WORKER’S COMP – Insurance that covers medical and rehabilitation costs and lost wages for employees injured at work. ~

Home Health Care Definitions

24 HOUR CARE – Refers to “around the clock treatment” in a home environment. The care may be shared by multiple caregivers or by a single caregiver.

24 HOUR ON CALL – Refers to someone being available 24 hours a day to speak with you.

CARDIAC CARE – Refers to services including patient assessment, specific diet information, and management of the disease process, medication management and education. Cardiac care is a program designed to help a person with heart disease return to health. Cardiac care may consist of exercise, modifying risk factors to prevent further heart damage, or psychological rehabilitation.

DIABETIC CARE – Refers to services including patient assessment specific diet information, management of the disease process, medication management and education on all the above. Services are provided by Registered Nurse under the supervision of a M.D. Some agencies may have certified diabetic nurse instructors or cardiac care specialty RN’s.

if you cannot take food or drink through your mouth.

HOSPICE – Hospices provide individuals facing terminal illness with care at home or in a healthcare facility. The goal is to assist patients to live the last stage of their lives with dignity. The focus is on comfort rather than treatment.

HOUR MINIMUM – The least number of hours a Non-Medical Home Care Agency will be available for hire. Medicare certified Home Health Agencies are not on a specified time frame.

INTRAVENOUS THERAPY (IV) –

Refers to any medical treatments/ medications that need to be introduced into the body via a patient’s veins. Numerous IV Therapies can be provided in a patient’s home under supervision of a MD. Some of these include: inter-infective/antibiotic therapies, hydration therapy, pain management, chemotherapy and central line care and maintenance.

MED-ALERT – Company offers a pendent or home alert system that notifies staff that user is in distress and needs immediate assistance.

ENTERAL FEEDING – Enteral feeding, or tube feeding, is a way to deliver nutrients through a tube

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How Does One Find Purpose and JOY as They Age?

Studies show aging brings Contentment. BUT, experiencing cognitive or physical decline isn’t a bed of roses!

Those same studies conclude that a sense of purpose prevents loneliness and can also help maintain physical well-being.

Your care team’s Primary Goal should be bridging caregiving with total wellness for their client – i.e., mind, body and soul. It starts with a written care plan for the aging individual – the plan should begin with a Personalized Mission Statement that identifies

small to big goals that bring JOY. Goals that bring JOY can be simple - completing a walk around the house, doing a small craft or, something aspirational such as a weekly drive in the mountains or visiting the Denver art museum. Seek JOY with your care team. ~

Editor’s Note: This article was submitted Jared Kelso, CRTT, CPA, CEO & Owner of Friends for Life and may be reached at 303-321-2822 or email at jared@friendsforlifeinc.com. See ad below.

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PSYCHIATRIC CARE – Refers to the agencies’ ability to offer services related to psychiatric support with the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental illness.

Services may include counseling or administering of medications.

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ADDITIONAL HOME HEALTH CARE AGENCIES

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Choose the Care that’s Right for You

Understand your healthcare options. This makes all the difference when it comes to selecting the provider that’s a match for you.

As you face serious and/or life-limiting illnesses, palliative and hospice care enhance your existing medical care. They work in tandem with your current doctors and treatments.

Palliative Care

If you have been diagnosed with a complex or terminal illness, palliative care can improve your quality of life by managing pain through additional visits from registered nurses. Your palliative care nurse works with your physicians and specialists. In addition, palliative care supports patients and families through the stress of living with an illness and can help improve their overall quality of life.

Hospice Care

Hospice care isn’t just for cancer patients or seniors. It provides emotional, spiritual, and physical comfort to anyone with a life-limiting illness. Wherever a patient calls home, hospice care comes to you. Hospice caregivers also deliver medications, medical equipment, and supplies.

Additional Services

When you think of healthcare, you rarely consider the extra help you

may need to get through your day. Volunteer, chaplain, and bereavement services go above and beyond normal service offerings. In finding the care provider that’s right for you, be sure to ask about all of their services and compare multiple providers.

Covered Expenses

Medicare or Medicaid cover almost all palliative and hospice expenses, while private insurance picks up the rest. If your condition improves, you can transfer from hospice to palliative care.

Selecting a Healthcare Provider

Selecting healthcare services can feel daunting. Remember, you are more than a patient. You are a person. You deserve to be treated with dignity and respect at every stage in your life. Before you decide on a care provider, meet with the staff to make sure they’re a good fit for you. If at any point, you aren’t happy or comfortable with your care, let the company know. You— and your healthcare—matter. ~

Editor’s Note: This article was submitted by Larry Woods, CEO of Agape Healthcare. For more information, call 720-482-1988 or email info@ agape-healthcare.com. See ad on the inside front cover.

Home Health Care Definitions

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SOCIAL WORKER – A clinical social worker whose purpose in health care is to enhance, promote, maintain, and restore the best possible social abilities of the patient or family. Services provided may be preventive, developmental, or remedial in nature.

THERAPY SERVICES (ST, PT, OT, RT) –

Speech Therapy – Refers to services to assess and treat speech and swallowing disorders. Speech therapy can treat speech, language, cognitive skills or swallowing.

Physical Therapy – Refers to services for the treatment and the rehabilitation process where a physical therapist will often stretch, strengthen, facilitate muscles, challenge balance, test coordination abilities, teach home exercise programs and enhance basic mobility skills.

Occupational Therapy – Refers to services to assess and treat patients to improve their ability to perform tasks in their daily living and working environments. Patients may have mental, physical, developmental, or emotional disabilities. Therapists also help them to develop, recover, or maintain daily living and work skills. Occupational therapists help clients not only to improve their basic motor functions and reasoning

abilities, but also to compensate for permanent loss of function.

Respiratory Therapy – Refers to services for care of patients with deficiencies and abnormalities associated with the cardiopulmonary system. It may include the therapeutic use of medical gases and their equipment, environmental control systems, humidification, aerosols, ventilator support, bronchi pulmonary drainage and exercise, respiratory rehabilitation, assistance with cardiopulmonary resuscitation, and maintenance of natural, artificial, and mechanical airways.

TRACH CARE – Refers to care administered to patients who have undergone a tracheotomy. A tracheotomy is a surgical procedure in which a cut or opening is made in the windpipe (trachea). The surgeon inserts a tube into the opening to bypass an obstruction, allowing air to get to the lungs, or remove secretions.

WOUND CARE – Refers to services for providing diagnosis and treatment for ulcers, pressure sores and other wounds. Treatments may include but is not limited to irrigations, dressing, and wound vacs. Some agencies may employ specialty nurses to provide and instruct in care specifically for patients with more complicated wounds. ~

Abode Hospice of Colorado

AccentCare Hospice

Aviant Hospice

Berkley Home Health Care

Brighton Hospice

Bristol Hospice

Brookdale Hospice

Canyon Home Care & Hospice

Compassionate Hospice Care, LLC

Compassus Hospice

Enhabit – Hospice

Lumicare

Mission Health Care Services

Mount Evans Home Health Care & Hospice

Namaste Home Health & Hospice

New Century Hospice (Denver – Castle Rock)

Optimal Home Care – Hospice

Porter Hospice

Porter Hospice Residence

Sacred Passage Hospice

SCL Lutheran Hospice

Silver Linings Hospice

St. Anthony Hospice

Sun Tree Hospice

TRU Community Care

Hospice Care Definitions

HOSPICE Hospices provide individuals facing terminal illness with care at home or in a healthcare facility. The goal is to assist patients to live the last stage of their lives with dignity. The focus is on comfort rather than treatment.

720-353-4078

720-504-1309

303-953-7270

303-758-2000

720-536-5060

720-941-5580

303-771-3304

303-940-2495

303-465-3700

720-200-1036

303-940-9999

720-750-8497

303-708-1122

303-674-6400

303-730-3578

303-660-6107

303-488-9998

303-561-5100

303-694-3545

303-357-2540

303-425-8000

720-502-4170

303-561-5100

720-336-8770

303-449-7740

Services Provided:

N-NURSE – Assesses patient’s physical needs, develops and coordinates the plan of care, ensures symptom control and management, provides patient/family teaching as needed

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SW-SOCIAL WORKER – Assesses patient and family emotional and social needs, develops a plan of care, provides counseling, referrals and support to meet identified needs

CHAPLAIN – Assesses patient and family spiritual needs, develops a plan of care, provides counseling, assists with memorial preparations.

HOME HEALTH AIDE – Provides direct personal care to patient, emotional support to patient and family, reports identified needs to RN.

VOLUNTEER – Provides respite and needed non-medical services for patients and their families, offers support at time of death and during bereavement.

Levels of Care:

RO-ROUTINE CARE – Occurs when regularly scheduled visits are adequate in maintaining the individual’s symptom management. Care is provided at the individual’s private residence, a retirement community, an assisted living, or a skilled nursing facility.

RE-RESPITE CARE – Provided when the family needs time to rest or go out of town for a short time. Care may be provided in a long-term care facility depending on the condition of the individual. Hospice is responsible for financial arrangements with the Long-term care facility.

GIP – General In-Patient Care –

Provided in a skilled nursing facility when the symptoms cannot be man-

aged elsewhere. The skilled nursing facility must have 24-hour R.N. coverage as deemed by Medicare guidelines. General in-patient care is usually short in duration. This level of care is usually due to symptoms which are out of control and more intensive nursing services are required. If an individual is at a care facility, room and board are covered by hospice during this period.

CC-CONTINUOUS CARE – Provided to prevent the individual from going to the hospital when a crisis occurs. It also is given when more help is needed to assist the individual and family in coping with the crisis. This level of care is usually provided at the individual’s residence no matter where that may be. The criteria for continuous care may include: Severe pain or symptoms which are out of control, psychotic episodes, breakdown of caregiver, imminent death and family unable to cope. Continuous care is typically reserved for end of life or other crises that requires a constant presence by a nurse or care team.

24/7 ADMISSIONS – If a patient qualifies for hospice care, they should be admitted as early as the family requests. Many agencies admit patients to hospice,24/7, evenings weekends, and holidays.

AROMATHERAPY – Uses plant materials and aromatic plant oils, including essential oils, and other

aromatic compounds for the purpose of altering one’s mood, cognitive, psychological or physical well-being. This is not reimbursed by Medicare.

GRIEF SUPPORT GROUPS – Grief is the normal and universal reaction humans have to the loss of those they love. When your loved one passes, you may go through a period of bereavement and experience grief. Many provide Grief Groups that meet and address issues of grief in a supportive group setting.

INDIGENT PATIENTS – Does the hospice accept non funded or indigent patients? This is usually on a case by case basis and at the determination of the hospice company. Many have a non-profit organization that can help support the care of non-covered patients.

IN-PATIENT CARE – These hospices offer full hospice services in their on-campus unit or building. The patient moves into the inpatient care facility to receive their hospice services rather than in the patients’ home setting.

LICENSED MASSAGE THERAPY –

Used as a method for relaxation to alleviate stress, anxiety and pain with a light hands-on approach, as well as providing an alternative to those who can’t take medication or prefer not to, massage therapy has become essential in hospice care. This is not reimbursed by Medicare.

MUSIC THERAPY – Music Therapy is an established healthcare profession that uses music to address physical, emotional, cognitive, and social needs of individuals”. A music therapist creates goals and objectives for their patients and uses music activities and music experiences (listening, composition, improvisation, or playing/singing a familiar song) in order to achieve those goals. This is not reimbursed by Medicare.

PAIN PUMPS AVAILABLE – Many patients have their symptoms controlled through oral medications. Some situations require a pain pump where medications are administered through an IV pump. If this is the situation, inquire with the hospice RN case manager to see if pain pumps are available through their agency.

PALLIATIVE CARE – Specialized medical care for people with serious illness. It is focused on providing patients with relief from the symptoms, pain and stress of a serious illness – whatever the prognosis. It is appropriate at any age and at any stage in a serious illness and can be provided along with curative treatment.

PCP-OVERSIGHT – Can the hospice patient retain their own primary care physician in addition to the hospice medical director? All hospice organizations require a Continued on next page

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medical director, a physician to oversee their care. Many times the hospice medical director will work in conjunction with the patient’s own physician. The patient, family and hospice team can determine which physicians will oversee the care and certify the hospice eligibility criteria.

PET THERAPY – There’s nothing like a visit from a four-legged creature to brighten the day of a terminally ill patient. Pet therapy teams visit with patients wherever they reside – at home or in professional care settings. Studies have

shown many benefits of pet companionship, ranging from reduced blood pressure and anxiety to relief from boredom, pain and loneliness. This service is not reimbursed by Medicare.

VA CONTRACT – If the patient is not a Medicare Recipient and is covered by the VA, the VA will make payments directly to their contracted agencies. If a patient is a Veteran, but is a Medicare Recipient, they may choose any Medicare approved hospice agency for their care. ~

Senior Housing Definitions

ACTIVE ADULT COMMUNITIES are traditionally geared towards the physically active senior, these communities can be apartment style, cottage/ patio home, or Condo/Townhome style living. There are often community gatherings and many offer enhanced amenities like concierge, golf courses and recreation centers. They usually do not offer meal or meal option community dining (but may have a restaurant on site). May be a buy-in or a rental property.

AGE RESTRICTIONS – Some communities have a restriction on the youngest age they are allowed to accept. These restrictions vary by community.

ALZHEIMER’S / DEMENTIA ASSISTED LIVING COMMUNITY –

Licensed assisted living facility or skilled nursing facility that specialize in delivering care to victims of Alzheimer’s and dementia. Communities are typically bedroom-style rental units with common areas for dining and activities. Many are locked for residents’ safety.

ASSISTED

LIVING COMMUNITY –

Typically apartment-style with kitchenettes and private baths. Some offer companion accommodations. Personal assistance with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, eating and ambulation.

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DAY CARE – Any provider can elect to provide day/night services on a short or long term basis. Rates typically include a place to rest, one or two meals and snacks and activities for the day. Licensed communities are prohibited by law to promote these services without a specific license.

DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING & URBAN DEVELOPMENT - (HUD) helps apartment owners offer reduced rents to low-income tenants.

INDEPENDENT HOUSING – Apartments and communities for adults 55+ with little or no senior support services (e.g. no meals, etc...)

INDEPENDENT LIVING is usually apartment style communities for adults 55+ with little or no senior support services. Many but not all are wheelchair accessible.

INTERMEDIATE CARE – 24 hour inpatient care residents who need licensed nursing supervision and supportive care, but do not require continuous nursing care. Residents may receive full assistance with ADL’s and transfers. Residents receive meds from a nurse following a doctor’s orders and may receive outpatient rehab services. Facilities may use a nurse as a their consultant and the residents receive periodic assessments from a licensed practitioner.

LONG-TERM CARE – Chronic, custodial care provided on an on-going basis

MEDICAID WAIVER – An assisted living waiver may be used to transition individuals out of nursing facilities or to provide persons at risk of institutionalization with options for remaining in their communities. Assisted living waivers are designed to provide an alternative to more costly nursing home care.

PRICE

DEPENDENT ON LEVELS OF CARE – Flexible levels of service geared to accommodate different needs over time. Rates may vary depending on the changing levels of care while one maintains the same physical residence.

PUBLIC HOUSING (PH) –Affordable apartments for lowincome families, the elderly and persons with disabilities.

REHABILITATION AND THERAPY

Short-term rehabilitation services may be provided to individuals with diagnoses such as joint replacements, stroke, etc. Long-term rehab may also be provided for permanent residents of the facility who have chronic or progressive illnesses.

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Occupational therapy services in this setting are generally reimbursed by Medicare Part A for shortterm, acute care clients; Medicare Part B for long-term residents who require skilled services and have medically necessary need for rehab; and often by private insurance, Medicaid, or private pay for younger clients.

RESIDENTIAL HOME – Assisted living homes are private residential homes that typically have a small number of residents who live together and receive care from live-in caretakers. Adult family homes offer room and board for seniors who want a more private, home-like community. Assistance with activities of daily living such as bathing and dressing are provided. They are also referred to as personal board and care homes.

RESPITE CARE / SHORT-TERM STAY – Otherwise known as a shortterm stay. Any provider of IL, AL, ALZ or SNF care can elect to provide fully furnished accommodations to a person for a short period of time. Rates usually quoted on a daily basis and are typically inclusive of all services and amenities.

full kitchens, and private baths are available. Services include meal plans, transportation, housekeeping, laundry and maintenance. Amenities are usually abundant; formal libraries, computer stations, swimming pools, gardens, and other social gathering spaces.

SECURED UNIT – Dedicated to Alzheimer’s/Dementia residents to prevent wandering outside the community without supervision.

SHORT-TERM CARE – Acute care provided on a short term basis.

SKILLED CARE – 24 hour licensed nursing services, eight hours of which are RN covered. Patient may receive rehab services either inpatient or outpatient and may be fully dependent for ADL’s. Patients receive medications by an RN according to a licensed physicians orders.

SKILLED NURSING FACILITY –

RETIREMENT COMMUNITY –

Housing designed specifically for mature adults. Typically Studio, 1 BR or 2 BR rental apartments with

Facilities provide 24/7 care for residents and offer full assistance with ADL’s. Daily rates typically include a furnished bedroom and a private or shared bath, meals, activities, transportation, phone service, cable television and all personal/nursing care. Payor sources usually accepted are Medicare, Medicaid, VA, some insurance plans and private sources

HOUSING AUTHORITIES –SUBSIDIZED HOUSING

Residents in an independent living situation live in their own apartments with little or no support from the housing facility. Services provided by the housing facility vary. Costs are determined by the owner. Subsidized Housing provides low-cost housing to qualified residents who pay 30% of their adjusted gross income for rent. Each facility maintains their own waiting list. For updated information on availability of rentals and locations of facilities call any of the following numbers:

Arapahoe Cnty Housing Authority

1690 W Littleton Blvd, Ste 300, Littleton 80120

303-738-5611

Arvada Housing Authority

8001 Ralston Rd, Arvada 80002

720-898-7494

Aurora Housing Authority

2280 Xanadu Way, Aurora 80014

720-251-2100

Brighton Housing Authority

22 S 4th Ave #202, Brighton 80601

303-655-2160

Broomfield Housing Authority

1 Descombes Dr, 80020

303-438-6396

Catholic Archdiocese Housing

6240 Smith Rd, Denver 80211

303-830-0215

Colorado Housing & Finance Authority (CHFA)

1981 Blake St, Denver 80202

303-297-2432

Commerce City Housing Authority

7887 E 60th Ave, Commerce City 80022

303-289-3698

Denver Housing Authority

1035 Osago St, Denver 80203

720-932-3000

Englewood Housing Authority

3460 S Sherman #101, Englewood 80113

303-761-6200

Foothills Regional Housing

11941 W 48th Ave, Wheat Ridge 80033

303-422-8600

Maiker Housing Partners

3033 W 71st Ave, Ste 1000, Westminster 80601

303-227-2075

Metro West Housing Solutions –Lakewood

575 Union Blvd #100, Lakewood 80228

303-987-7580

South Metro Housing Options

5808 S Rapp St, Ste 100, Littleton 80120

303-794-9608

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TRACH CARE – Refers to care administered to patients who have undergone a tracheotomy. A tracheotomy is a surgical procedure in which a cut or opening is

made in the windpipe (trachea). The surgeon inserts a tube into the opening to bypass an obstruction, allow air to get to the lungs, or remove secretions. ~

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Air Conditioned

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Handicap Accessible Units

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Aspen Place

303-344-3277

15351 East 12th Ave

Aurora, CO 80011

Casa de Rosal

303-534-0249

735 Vrain Street

Denver, CO 80204

Tax credit community / income restricted

Meadows at Montbello

303-371-0671

4325 Carson St

Denver CO 80239

Montbello Manor

720-374-4955

4355 Carson Street

Denver, CO 80239

Sunset Park Apts

303-295-1876

1865 Larimer Street

Denver, CO 80202

Sunset Towers Apts

303-295-1874

1925 Larimer Street

Denver, CO 80202

Westgate Tower Apts

303-871-0804

55 South Lincoln Street

Denver, CO 80209

Westminster Commons

303-428-2786

3180 W 76th Ave

Westminster, CO 80030

Community for active adults age 55 and over

• 9-hole golf course • 50,000-sqft Clubhouse

• Over 100 clubs and activities

• Near I-225, Parker Rd. and Light Rail

For more information call 303-755-0652 or visit www.HeatherGardens.org 2888 S. Heather Gardens Way Aurora, CO 80014

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ADDITIONAL INDEPENDENT LIVING COMMUNITIES

More information on these communities available at www.SeniorsBlueBook.com. Click on “Senior Housing.”

720-269-4380

Affinity at Copperleaf303-835-0605

Bella Vita Senior Living720-575-3943

Bonaventure of Castle Rock303-681-3752

Brookdale Meridian Arvada303-425-1900

Brookdale Meridian Englewood

Brookdale Meridian Lakewood

303-761-0300

303-980-5500

Brookdale Meridian Westland303-232-7100

Brookdale Parkplace303-744-0400

Brookdale Tamarac Square303-696-0576

Brookdale University Park844-280-5105

Carillon At Belleview Station720-440-8200

CityScape at Belmar720-214-7332

Clear Creek Commons303-278-1523

Cottage Hill Senior Apts720-854-0333

Cottages at Panorama Point303-487-8200

Courtyard at Lakewood –Holiday 303-239-0740

Covenant Living of Colorado303-424-4828

Everleigh Central Park303-333-2980

Five Star Residences of Dayton Place

Frontier Valley

303-751-5150

303-341-1412

Gallery at Broomfield, The303-656-3738

Gardens at St. Elizabeth, The 303-964-2000

Gardens Care Senior Living (22 Homes) 720-383-7214

Golden Pond 303-271-0430 Highland Trail – Holiday303-635-8034

Hilltop Reserve 303-792-8200 Homestead at Lakewood303-233-2121

Cultivating Long-Term Health and Happiness Through Community Senior Living

Leaving the long-time family home isn’t easy for anyone. But community living—and the connection that comes with it—is the silver lining.

Social connection is important for people of all ages. While you probably know it feels good to laugh with family or play cards with friends, you might not know that your health depends on those very connections—especially as you age. Research has shown that seniors with a thriving network have a better quality of life and better overall health and wellness.

That wellness is the key to longevity. Moving away from the family home and into independent living can be bittersweet, but community-style living comes with countless health benefits.

Seniors who live in active, compassionate independent living communities can have:

1Healthier brains: When you play Bridge or share memories from your life before independent living, you’re exercising your brain. Seniors who do typically experience lower levels of cognitive decline than seniors with lower social activity.

2Better physical health: Isolation often comes with aging. But community living gives seniors a built-in network that encourages

them to get moving—a proven way to increase physical ability and boost longevity.

3Stronger emotional wellness: People with deep connections are happier. Seniors have higher self-esteem, lower anxiety, and overall better mental health when they have consistent and meaningful social interactions.

4A sense of belonging: As your family gets busy and friends move on, it can feel like you’re being left behind. But in an independent living setting, you can belong again—from sharing meals with friends to attending social events you don’t have to plan.

Humans aren’t meant to live life alone. But as we age, it’s all too easy to slip into our routines and out of the communities that give meaning to every moment.

Senior independent living is designed to bring that community back. ~

Editor’s Note: This article was submitted by Jill Ross. She is a senior living professional and has worked with seniors and their families in the Denver Metro area for 10 years. Her 83 mother and 86-year-old father are living in senior living.

Redefining Senior Living Choices

What do you look for in a senior living community?

Hopefully you look for a place where customized care, one-on-one support, independence, and peace of mind live in perfect harmony. Where Independent Living provides everything you want and need and nothing you don’t – simple as that. Let them take care of the fine details of daily living so you can focus on everything that brings you joy. Trade in homeownership hassles, cooking, cleaning, and your endless to-do list for the carefree and convenient lifestyle you crave, with the right amount of customized support should you ever need it. Discover an active community that can keep up with you and have it all in a simple monthly rental

with no large entry fee requirements. In an Assisted Living neighborhood, hopefully you’ll discover a variety of wellness options and benefits tailored to meet your needs. From simple daily living routines to more comprehensive wellness plans, somewhere they can help you feel centered, connected and supported. Let your health, dignity, and well-being be at the heart of what your choice in a community does. Whatever makes you happy, they should make it happen!

These are the things we hope you find in a Senior Living community! ~

Editor’s Note: This article was written by Tracy Fuller of St Andrews Village. For more information on senior living choices she may be reached at 303-214-2646. See ad above.

More information on these communities available at www.SeniorsBlueBook.com. Click on “Senior Housing.”

More information on these communities available at www.SeniorsBlueBook.com. Click on “Senior Housing.”

ASSISTED LIVING COMMUNITIES (cont’d)

More information on these communities available at www.SeniorsBlueBook.com. Click on “Senior Housing.”

Searching for Senior Living? A Local CoPRA Placement Agent Can Help

Searching for a senior living community can be overwhelming. With over 500 senior living options in Colorado, it is hard to know where to start!

But did you know there are local experts that specialize in helping families find appropriate senior living options?

You may worry that using an expert will be expensive. The good news is that for most placement agents generally do not charge a fee as they are typically compensated by the community you select.

What to look for in a local professional placement agent?

n An agent who meets with you and/ or your loved one in-person

n Assesses your care needs, budget, location, and social needs

n Vets the appropriate communities for their quality of care

n Is willing to walk beside you through the entire process

The benefits of using a local CoPRA placement agent:

n A local agent narrows down your best options

n Local agents are familiar with the care history and management of the communities

n Local agents alleviate the chore of making dozens of phone calls to communities that may not fit your needs.

n They keep your information private until you are ready to share it with a community.

n A local agent tours the communities with you and helps ask the right questions

n They act as a neutral party during the decision making

n A local agent can also connect you with vital resources to help with a smooth transition

We understand that organizing the search for senior living can take a considerable amount of time and research. A local CoPRA agent will walk beside you through this journey, narrow your search and help you find the appropriate senior living community.

The Colorado Placement and Referral Alliance (CoPRA) was created in 2018 to educate the public about professional placement agents. CoPRA agents provide hands-on assistance for your unique situation while adhering to best practices and a code of ethics. Working with a local CoPRA agent offers you peace of mind with the knowledge that you are working with a true professional.

If you would like to work with a local CoPRA placement agent, please contact denver@npralliance. org or call 720-961-9799. ~

HOUSING PLACEMENT SERVICES

Aging Services Consultants –

Audrey Krebs, MA, CSA, QMAP

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303-952-3060

Assisted Living Locators – Ed and Jennifer Wagner

(ad on page 190)

303-957-2555

Harmony Senior Referrals

(ad on page 191)

303-408-6125

iPlace Seniors – Melissa Clifford

(ad on page 190)

303-906-2359

Oasis Senior Advisors – Nastassia Janes

(ad on page 189)

720-862-9726

Stacy’s Helping Hand – Pam Silverberg

(ad on page 189)

720-248-7758

Transitions Senior Care – Christine Nagelhout

(ad on page 191)

720-220-0687

Denver Metro Area

ARVADA

Arbor View Skilled Nursing

Arbor View Assisted & Independent Living

AURORA

Aviva at Fitzsimons

Summit Rehab

University Heights

DENVER

Crestmoor Health and Rehab

Denver North Care Center

Parkview Care Center

Rowan Community

Uptown Healthcare Center

ENGLEWOOD

Elevations Health and Rehab

LAKEWOOD

Allison Care Center

Cambridge Care Center

Harmony Pointe Nursing Center

THORNTON

Ardent Health and Rehab

WESTMINSTER

Clear Creek Care Center

WHEAT RIDGE

Wheatridge Manor Care Center

Other Colorado Locations BRUSH

South Platte Health and Rehab

CANON CITY Valley View Health Care Center

CARBONDALE

Sopris Lodge at Carbondal

COLORADO SPRINGS

Colonial Health and Rehab

Falcon Heights Health and Rehab

Fountain View Health and Rehab

Kiowa Hills Health and Rehab

DURANGO

Junction Creek Health and Rehab

FORT COLLINS

Creekside Gardens Assisted Living

Creekside Village Health and Rehab

Poudre Canyon Health and Rehab

GREELEY Broadview Health and Rehab

Fairacres Manor

Westlake Lodge Health and Rehab

HOLLY Holly Nursing Care Center

HOLYOKE

Regent Park Nursing and Rehab Carriage House Assisted Living

LA JUNTA

Bluestem Village

LONGMONT

Linden Place Health and Rehab

LOVELAND

The Green House Homes at Mirasol

North Shore Health and Rehab

Riverbend Health and Rehab

MONTROSE

Elk Ridge Health and Rehab

MONUMENT

Jackson Creek Senior Living

OLATHE Colorow Care Center

PALISADE

Orchard Valley Heath and Rehab

PUEBLO Desert Willow Health and Rehab

STERLING

Sterling Health and Rehab

WINDSOR

Pelican Pointe Health and Rehab

Communities in other states: GILLETTE, WYOMING

The Legacy Living and Rehab

3 Ways to Enhance Your Walking Routine

Walking is one of the simplest and most effective ways for older adults to stay active and strengthen their muscles.

It is a low-impact exercise that can improve cardiovascular health, increase strength and flexibility, and reduce the risk of chronic diseases.

1. Start Slowly

We are all on our own paths when it comes to fitness, and if you are just getting into a walking routine, it is essential to start slowly and gradually increase the intensity of your walks. Walking for a few minutes every day can help you build endurance, strengthen your muscles, and improve your cardiovascular health. Once you feel comfortable walking for a certain period of time, you can increase the duration and intensity of your walks gradually. Start by adding a few minutes to your daily walk or increasing your walking speed.

2. Utilize a Fitness Tracker

Using a fitness tracker can be an excellent and fun way to track your progress and stay motivated. These devices can help you monitor the number of steps you take, the distance you cover, and the calories

you burn during your walks.

You can also set daily step goals and work to achieve them. In addition, most fitness trackers come with features that allow you to compete with friends and family members, which can also be a great tool for motivation.

3. Join or Create a Walking Group

Joining a walking group can be an excellent way to stay motivated and make new friends.

Walking groups provide a supportive environment for individuals to socialize, share experiences, and stay accountable. You can look for local walking groups in your area or even connect with residents in your community who are looking to get more active.

The spring season is the perfect time of year to get out and start a new walking routine or give your existing one a fresh boost. However, it is always recommended to talk to your doctor before starting or making any changes to your fitness and exercise routine. ~

Editor’s Note: This article was submitted by Vivage Senior Living. See their ad on facing cardstock.

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Setting

Assisted living for those with dementia, Alzheimer’s , or other memory loss

• Secured Home on 1 Acre of Property

• Secured Outdoor Area & Walking Path

• Visiting Doctors and Medical Services

• RN on staff

• Medication Management

• Activities for Cognitive Engagement

• Home-cooked meals

• 24 hr Awake Staff Trained in Dementia Care

ADDITIONAL MEMORY CARE ASSISTED LIVING COMMUNITIES

More information on these communities available at www.SeniorsBlueBook.com. Click on “Senior Housing.”

Assisted Living Homes – Rowland

Five Star Residences of Dayton Place

at Broomfield, The

Gardens at Columbine, The

Gardens Care Senior Living (22 Locations)

Gardens on Quail

Golden Pond

Greenwood Hills Memory Care

7120 S. Broadway in Littleton (near Littleton Hospital)

ADDITIONAL MEMORY CARE ASSISTED LIVING COMMUNITIES (cont’d)

HighPointe Memory Care

Hilltop Reserve

Hyland Hills – Dial Senior Living

Inglenook at Brighton

Juniper Village at Aurora

Lakewood Reserve

Legacy Village of Castle Pines

303-756-4567

303-792-8200

720-677-8326

303-659-4148

303-341-6335

720-454-2794

303-663-9800

Legend of Broomfield 303-466-3500

Lincoln Meadows Senior Living 303-790-1910

Millbrook Homes 303-220-7989

Modena Cherry Creek 720-405-0500

Montage Hills Memory Care

Montage Ridge

303-671-2500

303-237-5700

MorningStar at Jordan 303-321-3277

MorningStar at Observatory Park 720-259-4500

MorningStar Memory Care of Littleton

MorningStar Memory Care of Wheat Ridge

MorningStar of Arvada

MorningStar Senior Living at RidgeGate

MorningStar Senior Living of Parker

Mountain Vista Assisted Living Memory Care

Nightingale Lane Memory Care

Northglenn Heights Assisted Living

Peakview Memory Care

720-805-3001

720-250-9405

720-907-9071

720-545-1645

720-805-3021

303-421-4161

303-424-6550

303-452-0501

720-870-9007

Pine Grove Crossing 303-996-8000

Porter Place 303-765-6800

Ralston Creek Neighborhood

Renew Saddle Rock Memory Care

Rocky Mountain Assisted Living (3 Locations)

Rosemark at Mayfair Park

Spring Ridge Park Assisted Living

The Courtyards at Mountain View

Vi at Highlands Ranch

Village at Belmar – Monarch House

Villagio of Broomfield

303-284-7813

303-766-8867

303-996-6886

303-770-7673

303-233-8518

303-337-3400

888-958-8416

303-351-5455

720-634-2535

Villas at Sunny Acres, The 303-255-4100

Wind Crest

800-714-7265

SKILLED NURSING FACILITIES

Denver Metro Area

ARVADA

Arbor View Skilled Nursing

Arbor View Assisted & Independent Living

AURORA

Aviva at Fitzsimons

Summit Rehab

University Heights

DENVER

Crestmoor Health and Rehab

Denver North Care Center

Parkview Care Center

Rowan Community

Uptown Healthcare Center

ENGLEWOOD

Elevations Health and Rehab

LAKEWOOD

Allison Care Center

Cambridge Care Center

Harmony Pointe Nursing Center

THORNTON

Ardent Health and Rehab

WESTMINSTER

Clear Creek Care Center

WHEAT RIDGE

Wheatridge Manor Care Center

Other Colorado Locations

BRUSH

South Platte Health and Rehab

CANON CITY

Valley View Health Care Center

CARBONDALE

Sopris Lodge at Carbondal

COLORADO SPRINGS

Colonial Health and Rehab

Falcon Heights Health and Rehab

Fountain View Health and Rehab

Kiowa Hills Health and Rehab

DURANGO

Junction Creek Health and Rehab

FORT COLLINS

Creekside Gardens Assisted Living

Creekside Village Health and Rehab

Poudre Canyon Health and Rehab

GREELEY

Broadview Health and Rehab

Fairacres Manor

Westlake Lodge Health and Rehab

HOLLY

Holly Nursing Care Center

HOLYOKE

Regent Park Nursing and Rehab

Carriage House Assisted Living

12136 West Bayaud Avenue, Suite 200 Lakewood, CO 80228

LA JUNTA Bluestem Village

LONGMONT

Linden Place Health and Rehab

LOVELAND

The Green House Homes at Mirasol North Shore Health and Rehab

Riverbend Health and Rehab

MONTROSE

Elk Ridge Health and Rehab

MONUMENT

Jackson Creek Senior Living

OLATHE Colorow Care Center

PALISADE Orchard Valley Heath and Rehab

PUEBLO Desert Willow Health and Rehab

STERLING Sterling Health and Rehab

WINDSOR

Pelican Pointe Health and Rehab

The Legacy Living and Rehab

ADDITIONAL SKILLED NURSING & REHABILITATION FACILITIES

More information on these communities available at www.SeniorsBlueBook.com. Click on “Senior Housing.”

Adara Living

Advanced Health Care of Lakewood

303-785-5800

720-866-8400

Amberwood Post Acute303-756-1566

Arvada Care & Rehabilitation Center

303-420-4550

Autumn Heights Post Acute303-761-0260

Bethany Nursing and Rehab Center

Malley Transitional Care Center303-452-4700

Mapleton Care Center303-237-1325

Montage Hills Skilled Nursing303-671-2500

Montage Ridge 303-237-5700

Mountain Vista Health Center303-421-4161

NeuroRestorative Colorado303-390-3000

303-238-8333

Brighton Care Center303-659-4580

Brookdale Greenwood Village303-224-9455

Brookdale Meridian Englewood303-761-0300

Brookdale Meridian Lakewood303-980-5500

Brookshire House

Brookside Inn Skilled Nursing & Rehab

Brookside Rehabilitation & Wellness

303-756-1546

303-688-2500

303-688-3738

Cedars Healthcare Center303-232-3551

Cherrelyn Healthcare Center303-798-8686

Cherry Creek Nursing Center303-693-0111

Covenant Living of Colorado303-403-2900

Elms Haven Center – Genesis303-450-2700

Englewood Post Acute & Rehabilitation

Forest Street Compassionate Care

Health Center at Franklin Park

303-789-2265

303-393-7600

303-832-9323

Highline Post Acute303-759-4221

Irondale Post Accute303-289-7110

Julia Temple Healthcare Center

Juniper Village at the Spearly Center

303-761-0075

303-458-1112

Lakeside Post Acute303-421-2272

Lakewood Villa

303-238-8161

Littleton Care & Rehabilitation303-798-2497

Lowry Hills Care and Rehabilitation

303-364-3364

Park Forest Care Center303-427-7045

Prestige Care Center of Morrison 303-697-8181

ProMedica Skilled Nursing Rehab Denver 303-355-2525

ProMedica Total Rehab303-730-8000

Ridgeview Post Acute303-289-1848

Ridgeview Post Acute Rehabilitation Center 303-289-1848

Riverdale Post Acute303-659-2253

Silver Heights Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation 303-688-3174

Sloans Lake Rehabilitation Center 720-508-7304

Sierra Post Acute 303-238-1375

South Valley Post Acute Rehab303-757-7438

St. Andrew’s Village Skilled Rehab & Long-term Care Center 303-507-8197

Suites – Parker, The720-851-3300

The Heights Post Acute303-761-0260

Veterans Community Living Center at Fitzsimons 720-857-6400

Vi at Highlands Ranch888-958-8416

Villas at Sunny Acres, The303-255-4100

Vista View Care Center303-286-5005

Westwood Post Acute303-922-1169

Wind Crest 800-714-7265

Vi at Highlands Ranch888-958-8416

Vista View Care Center303-286-5005

Wind Crest 800-714-7265

Warning Signs of Stroke

Learn the many warning signs of a stroke. Act fast and call 911 immediately at any sign of a stroke. Use FAST to remember warning signs:

F ACE Ask the person to smile. Does one side of the face droop?

A RMS Ask the person to raise both arms. Does one arm drift downward?

S PEECH Ask the person to say a simple phrase. Is their speech slurred or strange?

T IME If you observe any of these signs, call 911 immediately.

Note the time when any symptoms first appear. If given within three hours of the first symptom, there is an FDA-approved clot-buster medication that may reduce long-term disability for the most common type of stroke.

Learn about more signs of stroke at www.stroke.org/symp