At Intermountain Health,we make finding a Primary Care provider and scheduling an appointment simple. Whether you need help treating a cold, guidance on general wellness, or chronic condition management, our Primary Care providers are here for you. We care for all ages from newborns to seniors.
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. We Look Forward To Meeting You & Your Loved One
area agencies on aging
Denver Regional Council of Governments (DRCOG) AAA (ad on pages 12-17)
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 Chapter 10855 Dover st, ste 500, Westminster 80021 866-257-3211
Alzheimer’s Association (ad on page 214) 455 sherman st #500, Denver 80203
303-813-1669
AMC Cancer Research Center 1600 Pierce st, Denver 80214
303-233-6501
American Cancer Society
2255 s Oneida st, Denver 80224
303-758-2030
American Diabetes Association 2460 W 26th ave #c500, Denver 80211
720-855-1102
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
Arthritis Foundation 2280 s albion st, Denver 80222
303-756-8622
Diabetes Education (Dorcas Kipp)
303-765-6984
Huntington’s Disease Society of America – Rocky Mountain Chapter 6545 W 44th av, unit 1, Wheat Ridge 80033
303-837-9937
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
Muscular Dystrophy Association 720 s colorado Blvd, ste 380s, Denver 80246
303-691-3331
Myasthenia Gravis Association of CO PO Box 390083, Denver 80239
303-360-7080
National Stroke Association 9707 E Easter Ln, ste B, centennial 80112 800-787-6537
REsOuRcEs
Ostomy Support Group of
(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
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
Our guide is divided into 3 distinct sections and divided by color tabs.
American Speech Language and Hearing Association
800-638-8255
American Stroke Association 888-478-7653
Arthritis Foundation 303-756-8622
Arthritis Information Hotline
800-283-7800
Caregiver Action Network 202-454-3970
This section is alphabetical. 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...
American Lung Association
800-586-4872
American Parkinson Disease Association
800-223-2732
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
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.
COMMUNITY RESOURCES AND SERVICES
HEALTH AT HOME
HOUSING OPTIONS
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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Why Homecare Is a Good Choice. Read more on page 98.
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We’re thrilled to welcome you to the 41st edition of this invaluable resource for the North Metro area.
Whether you’re a caregiver seeking support, a senior looking for helpful information or a senior industry professional dedicated to serving our beloved senior community, the Seniors Blue Book is here to be your guiding light. Aging can bring its own set of challenges, but with this comprehensive guide, we aim to be a beacon of support, offering a helping hand through the maze of available resources….and there are a LOT of them.
We recognize that navigating the complex network of services and programs can be overwhelming That is why we’ve organized this edition with color-coded sections to help you easily locate the resources you need. Resources are in BLUE, Health at Home in PURPLE, and Senior Housing is in GREEN.
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With over 40 years of experience, we’re proud to connect caregivers with trusted local resources, empowering seniors to make informed decisions about their wellbeing, health and lifestyle.
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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 47)
720-538-9978
(For InnovAge PACE participants only)
Absolute Adult Day Care 12500 W 58th Ave, Ste 105, Arvada 80002 303-534-0321
Green Lakeview Adult Day Care 9999 W 60th Ave, Arvada 80004 303-421-2914
Prima 2 Adult Day 5370 Carr St, Arvada 80002 303-420-7201
Alpine Adult Day Care (ad on page 12) 1985 S Havana St, Aurora 80014 303-755-8002
Continuum Day Services 14280 E Jewell Ave, Ste B, Aurora 80012 303-214-3370
World Wide Adult Day Care 10890 E Dartmouth Ave, Ste H-1, Denver 80014 303-815-6285
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
ENGLEWOOD
Seniors’ Choice Adult Day
14280 E Jewell St, Ste B, Aurora 80012 303-214-3370
LAFAYETTE
TRU PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) (ad on page 43)
2593 Park Ln, Lafayette 80026
303-926-4745
Explorer’s Adult Day Program
393 S Harlan St, Ste 250, Lakewood 80226 303-596-2819
The Haven Home – Premium
Residential Respite Senior Daycare 1368 Finn Ave, Lone Tree, CO 80124 720-505-6432
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 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
CARIE Line – Elderly Advocates
800-356-3606
Colorado Center for Aging 303-832-4535
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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 longterm 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 16-19)
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
Accessible Systems | Lifeway Mobility
(ad on page 79)
3025 W Jefferson, Englewood 80110
888-276-4436
ALZHEIMER’S RESEARCH
Alzheimer’s Association
800-272-3900
Alzheimer’s Disease Education & Referral Center
800-438-4380
AdventHealth Parker – SwimEx Pool 9399 Crown Crest Blvd, Ste 105, Parker 80138 303-269-4590
Apex Center 13150 W 72nd Ave, Arvada 80005 303-424-2739
Beck Center 800 Telluride St, Aurora 80011 303-739-6888
Charles Whitlock Recreation Ctr 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
Littleton YMCA 11 W Dry Creek Ct, Littleton 80120 303-797-9622
Schlessman YMCA
3901 E Yale Ave, Denver 80210 720-524-2750
Univ 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 16-19)
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 United Rocky Mountain 10855 Dover St, Ste 500, Westminster 80021 866-257-3211
Alzheimer’s Association (ad on page 164)
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
303-758-2030
American Heart Association
1777 S Harrison St, Ste 500, Denver 80210
303-801-4630
American Lung Association 5600 Greenwood Plaza Blvd, Ste 300 Greenwood Village 80111
303-388-4327
American Stroke Association 1777 S Harrison St, Ste 500, Denver 80210 800-787-6537
Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (All Blood Related Cancers)
720 S Colorado Blvd, Ste 500S, Denver 80246 720-440-8620
Lupus Foundation of Colorado 9233 Park Meadow Dr, Ste 108, Lone Tree 80124
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 Movement Disorders Center
701 E Hampden Ave, Ste 510, Englewood 80113 303-357-5455
Alzheimer’s Association
800-272-3900
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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.
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
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 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
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.
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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
See full list in the “Elder Law” section found on page 26.
Accessible Systems | Lifeway Mobility (ad on page 79) 3025 W Jefferson, Englewood 80110 888-276-4436
TomorrowLink (tomorrowlink.org)
1982 S Bannock St, Denver 80223
720-779-8680
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. Care managers are also experts in providing caregiver support and education.
DignityFirst Health at Home
(ad on page 94)
720-274-9600
CARE MANAGEMENT–NON-PROFIT
Faith based and 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 16-19) www.drcog.networkofcare.org
1001 17th St, Ste 700, Denver 80202
303-480-6700
Jeffco Options for Long Term Care
900 Jefferson Cnty Pkwy, Ste 170, Golden 80401
303-271-4216
Jewish Family Service 3201 S Tamarac Dr, Denver 80231 303-597-5000
Seniors Resource Center 3227 Chase St, Wheat Ridge 80212 303-238-8151
CAREGIVER SUPPORT & SERVICES
Denver Regional Council of Governments (DRCOG) AAA (ad on pages 16-19)
1001 17th St, Ste 700, Denver 80202 303-480-6700
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, Ste 518, Denver 80203 303-864-7720
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Denver Regional Council of Governments (DRCOG) AAA
(ad on pages 16-19)
1001 17th St, Ste 700, Denver 80202
303-480-6700
Consumer Protection Division –Environmental Health 4300 Cherry Creek South Dr, Denver 80246 303-692-2000
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
Fraud.org – The National Consumer Leaggue 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
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
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
4400 Castleton Crt, Castle Rock 80109
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 720-643-2401
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
303-783-7176
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 Svcs
– 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
303-431-0844
– Nor th Aurora Family Health Svcs 3292 Peoria St, 80010 303-343-6130
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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
(Medicaid Dental Clinic, In-Home dental Charity)
550 Thornton Pkwy, Ste 240B, Thornton 80229 303-650-5800
Denver Regional Council of Governments (DRCOG) AAA –nocopayradio.com
(ad on pages 16-19)
1001 17th St, Ste 700, Denver 80202
303-480-6700
This podcast offers the inside story on health news.
Government and non-profit agencies which 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 79)
Arapahoe Cnty Adult Protective Svcs 14980 E Alameda Dr, Aurora 80012 303-636-1750
Break the Silence Against Domestic Violence (btsadv.org) 855-BTS-1777
Broomfield Adult Protective Svcs 100 Spader Way, Broomfield 80020 720-887-2271
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 16-19)
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 Services 4400 Castleton Ct, Castle Rock 80109 303-663-6270
Jefferson County Adult Protective Services 900 Jefferson Cnty Pkwy, Golden 80401 303-271-4673
National Center for Elder Abuse
800-677-1116
National Domestic Violence Hotline 800-799-7233
Center for Trauma and Resilience 303-894-8000, 303-860-9555 (TTY)
Chayet & Danzo, LLC (ad on page 27)
650 S Cherry St, Ste 710, Denver 80246 303-355-8500
Frie, Arndt, Danborn & Thiessen P.C. (ad on page 26)
7400 Wadsworth Blvd, Arvada 80003 303-420-1234
Stephenie
(ad on page 26)
4350 Wadsworth Blvd, Ste 240 Wheat Ridge 80033 303-423-3410
Rocky Mountain Elder Law (ad on page 26) 651 Garrison St, Ste 240, Lakewood 80215 720-457-4573
• Specializing in medical alarms, necklace or wrist pendant
• Month to month basis - no long term contracts – no cancellation fees
• No land line required
• GPS units – work at home and on the go
• Leader in affordable services – professionally monitored Emergency response systems provide peace of mind.
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Stone Law, LLC
(ad on pages 65 Insert, 87)
225 Union Blvd, Ste 150, Lakewood 80228
303-974-6970
EMERGENCY RESPONSE SYSTEMS
Argus Home Health Care –Livesaver System (ad on page 104)
303-322-4100
Personal Alert Systems
(ad on page 28)
303-799-0767
AARP – Colorado
303 E 17th Ave, 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
– 4500 Limelight Ave, Castle Rock 80109 303-636-1160
Benefits in Action (www.benefitsinaction.org ) 12157 W Cedar Dr, Ste 100, Lakewood 80228 720-221-8354
Broomfield Workforce Center
100 Spader Wy, 1st Fl, Broomfield 80020 303-464-5855
Cherry Creek Schools
Transportation (www.CherryCreekSchools.org) 720-554-4664
Denver County Human Services
2929 W 10th Ave, Denver 80204 720-944-4347
Denver Recreation Centers
Active Older Adult Programming 720-865-0634
Denver Workforce Center
– Montebello 4685 Peoria, Ste 251, Denver 80239 720-337-9675
Easter Seals Supported Employment Services
303-233-1666
Seniors Helping Seniors
(ad on page 93)
– West Denver & Jefferson County
303-919-2839
– Denver & North/South Metro Area
303-495-7578
– East Metro, Aurora/DIA
303-285-5404
Seniors Resource Center
3227 Chase St, Wheat Ridge 80212 303-238-8151
Servicios de la Raza
3131 W 14th Ave, Denver 80204
303-458-5851
Adams County (Leap)
11860 N Pecos St, Westminster 80234
303-227-2700
Arapahoe County Community Resources – Weatherization
907 Salida Wy, Aurora 80011
303-636-1982
Broomfield FISH
6 Garden Ctr Blvd, Broomfield 80020
303-465-1600
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 303 E 17th Ave, Ste 405, Denver 80203 303-825-8750
Jefferson County (Leap & CIP Crisis Intervention) 719-442-0007
LEAP
(Heating Bill Assistance / See Social Services on page 79)
Rebuilding Together Metro Denver 4981 E 39th Ave, Denver 80207 720-524-0840
Xcel Energy 800-331-5262
Chayet & Danzo, LLC (ad on page 27)
650 S Cherry St, Ste 710, Denver 80246 303-355-8500
Stone Law, LLC (ad on pages 65 Insert, 87)
225 Union Blvd, Ste 150, Lakewood 80228 303-974-6970
Financial assistance companies specialize in assisting seniors facing financial problems or in need of financial assistance.
Catholic Charities & Community Services (By appointment only)
6240 Smith Rd, Denver 80216 303-742-0828
CO Foreclosure Hotline 877-601-4673
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Colorado Gerontological Society
1129 N Pennsylvania St, Denver 80203
303-333-3482
Denver City & County Treasurer’s Office
201 W Colfax Ave, Dept 1009, Denver 80202 720-913-9300
Douglas County Division of Senior Services
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
Housing Choice Voucher Program – Commerce City
7887 E 60th Ave, Commerce City 80022 303-289-3698
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
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
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
Chefs For Seniors –Darren Rabie (ad on page 40) 720-445-8232
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 County Human Services
2929 W 10th Ave, Denver 80204 720-944-4347
Denver Indian Center (Fri only)
(80219 zip code or Tribal ID required) 4407 Morrison Rd, Denver 80219 303-936-2688
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
Evergreen Christian Outreach 27888 Meadow Dr, Evergreen 80439 303-670-1796
Everyday Eats – formerly SNAP 1575 Sherman St, 3rd Fl, Denver 80203 303-866-5106 / 888-467-0418
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 31) (www.foodbankrockies.org) 10700 E 45th Ave, Denver 80239 720-473-6323
Food Stamp Information (See Social Services page 94)
Help and Hope Center (formerly Task Force) 1638 Park St, Castle Rock 80109 303-688-1114
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Despensa sin costo para adultos mayores de 60
Must meet income guidelines and be a Colorado resident. Cumplir con los requsitos de ingresos y vivir en Colorado.
• Receive one-on-one assistance with applying for SNAP (food stamps)
• Referrals to food pantries, free meals, and nutrition programs
855-855-4626
HungerFreeColorado.org/Find-Food
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Hunger Free Colorado –Hotline (ad on page 32)
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
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 10-11:45 am)
1800 E 105th Pl, Northglenn 80233
303-452-3787
Nourish Meals on Wheels
92 E Arapahoe Rd, Littleton 80122
303-798-7642
Senior Assistance Center 4255 Jason St, Ste C120, Denver 80211 303-455-9642
SNAP – Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program 1575 Sherman St, 3rd Fl, Denver 80203 303-866-5106
The Action Center 8755 W 14th Ave, Lakewood 80215 720-215-4850
Thornton Community Food Bank (12:30 pm - 3 pm MWF) 8990 York St, Denver 80229 303-287-7268
TLC – Meals on Wheels
92 E Arapahoe Rd, Littleton 80122 303-798-7642
VOA Home Delivered Meals
303-294-0111
INFORMATION
Funeral Consumer Society of CO 720-432-5379
Education and Advocacy for your rights regarding funeral/ after-death arrangements. Visit www.funeralconsumercolorado.org
CONSERVATORSHIP
Ability Connection Colorado 801 Yosemite St, Denver 80230
303-691-9339
Colorado Gerontological Society 1129 N Pennsylvania St, Denver 80203 303-333-3482
Benefits in Action (www.benefitsinaction.org )
12157 W Cedar Dr, Ste 100, Lakewood 80228 720-221-8354
CommonSpirit Nurse Advice Line
303-777-6877 / 888-808-8828
Denver Regional Council of Governments (DRCOG) AAA (ad on pages 16-19)
1001 17th St, Ste 700, Denver 80202 303-480-6700
National Jewish Health Lung Line 800-222-LUNG (5864)
United Way 211 Call Center 711 Park Ave W, Denver 80205 303-433-8383
Non-profit and government organizations providing resources and hearing services. Many programs are sliding scale and income qualifying.
Colorado Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing 1575 Sherman St, Garden Level Denver 80203
– Voice 720-457-3679
Colorado Gerontological Society
1129 N Pennsylvania St, Denver 80203 303-333-3482
Colorado Telecommunications Equipment Distribution Program 1575 Sherman St, Denver 80203 303-866-2097
Hearing Loss Association of America 720-295-8581
International Hearing Dog
5901 E 89th Ave, Henderson 80640 303-287-3277
Marion Downs Hearing 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 720-210-5881
Relay of Colorado (Communication Relay) VOA Deaf 800-659-3656
Visiting Ancillary Services (Medicaid Dental Clinic, In-Home dental Charity) 550 Thornton Pkwy, #240B, Thornton 80229 303-650-5800
Bathroom Modifications of all Kinds
• Greatly reduces possibility of falls
• Installation on your existing tub
• Products that provide style and convenience
• Save thousands of dollars
Serving all of Colorado
Coloradoallpro@gmail.com 720-715-1321
Chefs For Seniors –Darren Rabie (ad on page 40) 720-445-8232
HOME IMPROVEMENT & MODIFICATIONS
Accessible Systems | Lifeway Mobility
(ad on page 79)
3025 W Jefferson, Englewood 80110 888-276-4436
AmRamp
(ad on page 35) 303-903-0902
Colorado All Pro, LLC (ad on page 34) 720-715-1321
HOME MAINTENANCE
A Little Help 720-242-9032
Adams County Community Development 720-523-6200
Arvada Essential Home Repairs Program 8001 Ralston Rd, Arvada 80001 720-898-7496
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 (Thornton) 9500 Civic Center Dr, Thornton 80229 303-538-7600
Rebuilding Together Metro Denver 4981 E 39th Ave, Denver 80207 720-524-0840
(Free Home Repair for Income Eligible Homeowners)
Seniors Resource Center –Cleaning Services & Home Repairs 3227 Chase St, Wheat Ridge 80212 303-235-6941
Volunteers of America –Handyman Program 2660 Larimer St, Denver 80205 303-297-0408
Non-slip Ramps
Stairlifts & VPLs
Rent-to-Purchase program
Rentals installed within 72 hours
Rent or Buy Free Evaluations Locally owned
MEDICAL EQUIPMENT & SUPPLIES
Provide/sell medical supplies, oxygen and respiratory equipment, wheelchairs and diabetic supplies for home use. Many companies can directly bill Medicare, Medicaid and private insurance.
Accessible Systems |
Lifeway Mobility (ad on page 79)
3025 W Jefferson, Englewood 80110 888-276-4436
AmRamp
(ad on page 35)
303-903-0902
We Care Home Health (ad on page 106) 720-727-1141
HOME MEDICAL EQUIPMENT (LOAN CLOSETS)
Organizations that loan equipment to those in need for a short time.
Assistance League of Denver –HELP Office
6265 E Evans, Ste 7, Denver 80222 720-598-6126
Broomfield Community Center (Broomfield residents only)
280 Spader Way, Broomfield 80020 303-464-5526
Scan to learn more. Or call 303-903-0902
amramp.com
Senior Assistance Center 4255 Jason St, Ste C120, Denver 80211 303-455-9642
South Metro Medical Equipment Loan Closet (Call for appointment to donate or borrow) 720-443-2013
SEE OUR HOSPICE COMPARISON GRID ON PAGES 112.
AdventHealth Hospitals:
AdventHealth Castle Rock 2350 Meadows Blvd, Castle Rock 80109 720-455-5000
AdventHealth Littleton 7700 S Broadway, Littleton 80122 303-730-8900
AdventHealth Parker 9395 Crown Crest Blvd, Parker 80138 303-269-4000
AdventHealth Porter 2525 S Downing St, Denver 80210 303-778-1955
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CommonSpirit Hospitals:
Common Spirit – 84th Avenue
Neighborhood Health Center 2551 W 84th Ave, Westminster 80031 303-426-2151
Common Spirit –St. Anthony Hospital 11600 W 2nd Pl, Lakewood 80228 720-321-0000
Common Spirit –St. Anthony North Hospital 14300 Orchard Pkwy, Westminster 80023 720-627-0000
HealthONE Hospitals:
North Suburban Medical Center 9191 Grant St, Thornton 80229 303-451-7800
Presbyterian / St. Luke’s Medical Ctr 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, Lone Tree 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 303-927-5500
– 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
UCHealth University of CO Hospital 12605 E 16th Ave, Aurora 80045 720-848-0000
Intermountain Health Hospitals:
Good Samaritan Medical Center – Intermountain Healthcare
(ad on Inside Front Cover) 200 Exempla Cir, Lafayette 80026 303-689-4000
Lutheran Medical Center (ad on Inside Front Cover) 8300 W 38th Ave, Wheat Ridge 80033 303-425-4500
St. Joseph Hospital
(ad on Inside Front Cover) 1375 E 19th Ave Denver 80218 303-812-2000
See full list starting on page 152.
All About Seniors, Inc (ad on pages 2, 153)
720-837-6306
Assisted Living Locators (ad on page 152)
– Maureen Walker 970-310-4307
– Lindsay Adams 303-775-6312
Harmony Senior Referrals (ad on pages 129 Insert, 153)
303-667-2420
Oasis Senior Advisors (ad on page 152)
720-822-9525
Talem Home Care & Placement Services (ad on page 152)
720-789-7350
IMMIGRANT RESOURCES
Denver Regional Council of Governments (DRCOG) AAA –Elder Refugee Program (ad on pages 16-19) 1001 17th St, Ste 700, Denver 80202
303-480-6700
LEGAL SERVICES
Ability Connection Colorado 801 Yosemite St, Denver 80230
303-691-9339
Colorado Bar Association 1290 Broadway, Ste 1700, Denver 80203
303-860-1115
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 (Misdemeanor, Landlord/Tenant Disputes) 303-871-6140
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 303-405-3200
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LIBRARIES continued
Westminster Public Library / College Hill Library
3705 W 112th Ave, Westminster 80031
303-658-2700
ARAPAHOE COUNTY
Arapahoe 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
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
– Montebello 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
– 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 Libraries and Bookmobile
303-791-7323
– Castle Pines Library
360 Village Square Ln, Castle Pines 80108
– Highlands Ranch Library 9292 Ridgeline Blvd Highlands Ranch 80129
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Chefs For Seniors | Darren Rabie www.Chefsforseniors.com P: 720-445-8232
E: darren.rabie@chefsforseniors.com
Chefs For Seniors connects seniors with licensed, professional chefs who prepare high quality, affordable, and nutritious meals in the home.
SERVICE INCLUDES: • Homemade meals prepared in your kitchen using fresh ingredients • Selection of meals from seasonal menu that rotate weekly • Customization for dietary concerns • Packaging, labeling, and reheating instructions
• Cleaned kitchen
WE HELP THOSE WHO: • Find it difficult to plan nutritious meals
• Are seeking help for a friend or family member
LIBRARIES continued
– Lone Tree Library
10055 Library Wy, Lone Tree 80124
– Louviers Library
Louviers Village Club House 7885 Louviers Blvd, Louviers 80131
– Parker Library 20105 E Mainstreet, Parker 80138
– Philip S. Miller Library
Castle Rock
100 S Wilcox St, 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
“Improving the lives of Seniors through food.”
– 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
AAA Medicaid Consulting (ad on page 41) 719-459-2519
Serving all of Colorado
Helping Hands Consulting (ad on page 42) 6931 Broadway, Denver 80221 303-717-6082
Serving all of Colorado
Chefs For Seniors –Darren Rabie (ad on page 40) 720-445-8232
AAA Medicaid Consulting (ad on page 41) 719-459-2519
Serving all of Colorado
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. I can provide Home and Health Financial Planning before, during and after this crisis to make a difference. Make your appointment today!~
Editor’s Note: This article was submitted by Jennifer L Erickson with AAA Medicaid Consulting. She may be reached at 719 459 2519 or by email at
Helping Hands Consulting (ad on page 42) 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
Broomfield Human Services 100 Spader Wy, Broomfield 80020 720-887-2200
Colorado Access Medical Enrollment Services 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
DRCOG – State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) (ad on pages 16-19) 1001 17th St, Ste 700, Denver 80202 303-480-6835
Health First Colorado Medicaid Hotline 800-221-3943
(ad on page 47) 720-538-9978
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)
$1,632 deductible (per benefit period)
It is possible to pay the $1632 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 $174.90 (Premium could be higher based on income)
$240 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.
A & B are designed for people over age 65 and those with certain disabilities
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 available)
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: 801-363-9575 or craig@andersonbenefits.com
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.
Premium varies by company and coverage. (Same premium for all ages).
Part B premium $174.70 is still paid (Premium can be higher depending on income)
There are many plan types available: PPO, HMO, HSA, etc.
Plans have co-pays 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.
Premium varies by company and coverage. (Same premium for all ages).
Plans are generally a variation of the following:
Deductible (Phase I)
$0–$545 deductible
Initial Coverage (Phase II) co-pay coverage until the total cost of the drugs = $5,030
Coverage Gap / Doughnut Hole (Phase III)
The member now pays much more for covered drugs 25% generic / 25% brand. There is a drug manufacturer discount on certain drugs that can count toward the “True out-of-pocket” (TrOOP). You remain here until the $8,000 (TrOOP) has been met. It’s estimated you will pay about $3,300 of the $8,000.
Catastrophic Coverage (Phase IV)
$0 for covered drugs on the plan’s formulary for the rest of the calendar year Approved formulary insulins are no more than $35 per month.
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 10/2023
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INSURANCE continued from page 42
Jefferson County Human 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
TRU PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) (ad on page 43)
2593 Park Ln, Lafayette 80026
303-926-4745
Companies offering senior-oriented health coverage and Medicare supplement programs.
InnovAge Colorado PACE –Denver (ad on page 47)
1265 S Broadway, Denver 80210
720-538-9978
InnovAge Colorado PACE –Lakewood (ad on page 47)
8405 W Alameda Ave, Lakewood 80226 720-538-9978
InnovAge Colorado PACE –Aurora (ad on page 47) 3551 N Chambers, Aurora 80011 720-538-9978
InnovAge Colorado PACE –Thornton (ad on page 47) 445 E 124th Ave, Thornton 80241 720-538-9978
TRU PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) (ad on page 43) 2593 Park Ln, Lafayette 80026 303-926-4745
Addiction Resource –AddictionResource.net
All Health Network –(10 Locations in South Metro Area) Littleton, Englewood, Parker, Castle Rock 303-730-8858
Area Agency on Aging (ad on pages 16-19) 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
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Centennial Peaks
2255 S 88th St, Louisville 80027
303-673-9990
Centus Counseling, Consulting & Education
7877 E Belleview Ave, Ste 1100, Denver 80111
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 Center 2201 Downing, Denver 80205 303-861-4825
Harmony Pointe Care Center 1655 Yarrow St, Lakewood 80214 303-238-1275 (Housing)
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
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
Senior Reach of Adams County (www.seniorreach.org) 720-595-0880
Servicios De La Raza 3131 W 14th Ave, Denver 80204
303-458-5851
Suicide Prevention Line 800-SUICIDE (784-2433)
Tepeyac Community Health Center 2101 E 48th Ave, Denver 80216 303-458-5302
The Center for Behavioral Health at AdventHealth Porter
960 E Harvard Ave, Denver 80210 303-778-5774
WellPower
4455 E 12th Ave, Denver 80220
303-504-6500
West Pines Behavioral Health 3400 Lutheran Pkwy, Wheat Ridge 80033
303-467-4000
Restore First Health – Mobile (ad on page 86)
In Our Clinics or In Your Home 720-678-9868
AAA Medicaid Consulting (ad on page 41)
719-459-2519
Serving all of Colorado A Better Mortgage –Karen L. Miller, Mortgage Load Originator / Owner
NMLS 261511 (ad on page 59) 970-377-3200
Serving all of Colorado
Angelina Lafave –Mortgage Broker –Edge Home Finance (ad on page 53) 303-476-4298
Serving all of Colorado
Senior Move Managers® specialize in helping older adults and their families with the process of downsizing and moving to a new residence. Professional Organizers use tested principles to enhance the lives of clients by helping them with downsizing, space planning and reorganization.
PeopleHelpers, Ltd (ad on page 49)
303-420-2900
Colorado PACE –Lakewood (ad on page 47) 8405 W Alameda Ave, Lakewood 80226 720-538-9978 InnovAge Colorado PACE –Aurora (ad on page 47) 3551 N Chambers, Aurora 80011 720-538-9978
InnovAge Colorado PACE –Denver (ad on page 47) 1265 S Broadway, Denver 80210 720-538-9978
Colorado PACE –Thornton (ad on page 47) 445 E 124th Ave, Thornton 80241 720-538-9978 TRU PACE (Program of
Care for the Elderly) (ad on page 43) 2593 Park Ln, Lafayette 80026 303-926-4745
Friends For Life
(ad on page 97)
303-321-2822
PET CARE
Cat Care Society
5787 6th Ave, Lakewood 80214
303-239-9680
Colorado Veterinary Medical Association
2000 S Colorado Blvd, Tower 1, Ste 2000, #250, Denver 80222 303-318-0447
Dumb Friends League (Low-cost mobile spay/neuter services) 2080 S Quebec, Denver 80231 303-751-5772
Dumb Friends League –
Solutions Veterinary Hospital 303-722-5800
– Cat Spay/Neuter Clinic (No Cost)
– Veterinary Hospital (Sliding Scale)
PLACEMENT SERVICES
Placement Agencies starting on page 152.
PRESCRIPTION ASSISTANCE DISCOUNTS
Aurora Inter-Church Task Force (Aurora Residence Only) 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
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
Merck Patient Assistance Program 800-727-5400
Novartis Medicare Rx 888-669-6682
Pfizer Pfriends 866-706-2400
Pharmaceutical Assist for the Aged & Disabled (PAAD) 800-792-9745
Prescription Benefits 800-334-8134
Rx Benefits 800-377-1614
Intermountain Health (ad on Inside Front Cover)
To search for a Primary Care Physician, visit intermountainhealth.org
Chayet & Danzo, LLC
(ad on page 27)
650 S Cherry St, Ste 710, Denver 80246
303-355-8500
Rocky Mountain Elder Law (ad on page 26)
651 Garrison St, Ste 240, Lakewood 80215
720-457-4573
Aftersight
1700 55th St, Ste A, Boulder 80301
303-786-7777 / 877-443-2001
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 Prog
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 16-19) 1001 17th St, Ste 700, Denver 80202 303-480-6700
Easter Seals
Colorado 393 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
North Metro Community Services 1001 W 124th Av, Westminster 80234 303-457-1001
Rocky Mountain Americans with Disabilities Act 800-949-4232
Special Olympics 12450 E Arapahoe Rd, Ste C, Centennial 80112 720-359-3100
RAMPS
Accessible Systems | Lifeway Mobility (ad on page 79) 3025 W Jefferson, Englewood 80110 888-276-4436
AmRamp (ad on page 35) 303-903-0902
Senior Downsizing Specialist Lic: FA.100070157
720.935.1137
www.JennyHartRealtor.com hartrealty1@gmail.com
Reverse Mortgage Specialist NMLS 1156483 303.476.4298 www.LoansbyAngelina.com angelina@edgehomefinance.com
Rehabilitation Facilities offer full restorative therapies such as Physical, Occupational, Speech and/or Respiratory therapies which can be offered in a variety of settings including stand-alone buildings or as part of a clinical practice or existing skilled-care nursing facility. Rehabilitation Facilities can only be
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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 184 for an overview of skilled nursing center rehabs and the in-patient/ out-patient services they provide.
DENVER
Center at Lowry, The (ad on page 54)
8550 E Lowry Blvd, Denver 80230 303-676-4000
Parkside Rehabilitation at Saint Paul – Colavria (ad on page 173)
1667 St Paul St, Denver 80206 303-399-2040
Advanced Health Care of Lakewood (ad on page 55) 11155 W 15th Pl, Lakewood 80215 720-866-8400
Rehabilitation Center at Westlake – Colavria (ad on page 173) 1655 Eaton St, Lakewood 80214 303-238-5363
Center at Lincoln, The (ad on page 54) 12230 Lioness Wy, Parker 80134 720-214-7777
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WESTMINSTER
Center at Northridge, The (ad on page 54) 12285 Pecos St, Westminster 80234 303-280-4444
WHEAT RIDGE
Rehabilitation Center at Sandalwood – Colavria (ad on page 173)
3835 Harlan St, Wheat Ridge 80033 303-422-1533
Mountain Vista Rehabilitation Suites (ad on page 176) 4800 Tabor St, Wheat Ridge 80033 303-421-4161
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
O ering physical, occupational, speech therapies; bedside dialysis; and more
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 oversight and nursing hours per day.
Denver Regional
Rehabilitation Hospital (ad on page 56) 8451 Pearl St #101, Thornton 80229 303-301-8700
Reunion Rehabilitation Hospital – Inverness (ad on page 57) 372 Inverness Dr South, Englewood 80112 720-741-8800
DOLA – Colorado Dept of Local Affairs (cdola.colorado.gov/ rental-assistance-program) 888-480-0066
Colorado’s state-of-the art inpatient rehabilitation hospital
Reunion Inverness is an individualized, results driven hospital dedicated to creating lasting outcomes so our patients can get back to their lives and the communities they love.
Reunion Rehabilitation Hospital Inverness 720.741.8800
reunionrehabhospital.com/locations/inverness
Dept. of Revenue PTC Rebate program is offered to residents 65+ (or surviving spouse) or those disabled during the entire filing/calendar.
Colorado Dept of Revenue 144 W Colfax Ave, Denver 80202 303-205-8411
Property Tax Deferral
– Adams County
4430 S Adams Cty Pkwy, Ste C2436, Brighton 80601 720-523-6160
– Arapahoe County 5334 S Prince St, Littleton 80120 303-795-4550
• A large expansive therapy gym.
• Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation physicians, with consulting specialty physicians.
• Specialized Physical, Occupational, Speech, Respiratory therapy, Registered dietician, Interdisciplinary team approach and care.
• Neurological, Orthopedic, Nephrology, Wound Care, Internal Medicine, Pulmonary.
– Douglas County 100 3rd St, Ste 120, Castle Rock 80104 303-660-7455
– Jefferson County 100 Jefferson Cnty Pkwy, Ste 2520, Golden 80419 303-271-8330
Senior Citizen Tax Rebate Program – Adams 12 720-972-4071
2-1-1 Help Center – Mile High United Way (unitedwaydenver.org/2-1-1/) 211
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 136, 154, 168.
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
A Better Mortgage –
Karen L. Miller, Mortgage Load Originator / Owner
(ad on page 59)
970-377-3200
Serving all of Colorado
(ad on page 53)
303-476-4298
Serving all of Colorado
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.
Arvada Center, The 6901 Wadsworth Blvd, Arvada 80003 720-898-7200
The Arvada Center offers classes specifically designed with the “ageless adult” (retired and semi-retired adults ages 55+) in mind. This particular 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 720-898-7200 or visit the Center’s website at www.arvadacenter.org.
Aurora Center for Active Adults
30 Del Mar Circle, 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.
A Home Equity Conversion Mortgage (HECM) “reverse mortgage” is designed to help homeowners 62 and older access equity in their homes without selling or moving out.
Homeowners can access cash from their home equity and receive funds as lump sum, line of credit, monthly payments, or a combination thereof, providing financial flexibility. Monthly mortgage payments are not required, the loan balance accrues and is typically repaid when the homeowner sells the home, refinances, or passes away. Homeowners can stay in their homes without the burden of monthly mortgage pay-
ments, providing peace of mind and stability. HECMs are government insured by the Federal Housing Administration (FHA). Borrowers have the flexibility to repay the loan balance at any time without penalty. HECMs are non-recourse loans – borrowers, or their heirs will never owe more than the value of the home even if the loan balance exceeds the home’s value. HECMs can provide retirees with additional income to supplement retirement.~
Editor’s Note: This article was submitted by Karen L Miller, Mortgage Loan Originator/Owner with A Better Mortgage NMLS #261511, 970-3773200 or KarenLMiller22@gmail.com. See ad below.
Utilize your equity to remain at home or purchase your
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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 1200 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 720-9741868. Website: www.butterflies.org.
Cherry Creek Striders
3000 E 1st Denver, Denver 80206
303-388-3900
Cherry Creek Shopping Center teamed up with Senior Friends Rose Medical Center 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 303-388-3900, press 0 for information.
Clements Community Center 1580 Yarrow St, Lakewood 80214
303-987-4820
Offering a safe, healthy and welcoming environment for people age 55 and better. To register for programs or to request a catalog call the Clements Center front desk at 303-987-4820.
Colorado Black Health Collaborative
3025 S Parker Rd, Ste 737, 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 (ad on page 61)
720-724-3177
The CCOA honors Coloradans who turn 100 years or older! “Celebrating a Lifetime” is held each year and recognizes the contributions and achievements of those 100 years or older with certificates signed by the Governor. For more information and to submit information about your favorite Centenarian, please call 720-724-3177.
– Excellence in Aging Allen Buckingham Senior Leadership Legacy Award
This award is given to an individual working, volunteering or caregiving for
Help the Colorado Commission On Aging Advocate for Seniors
Know someone blowing out 100 candles this year?
Tell us about a centenarian and Tell us about a centenarian and come party with the CCOA at the come party with the CCOA at the Celebrating a Lifetime annual Celebrating a Lifetime annual event. Those achieving century event. Those achieving century milestones will receive a milestones will receive a certificate signed by the governor certificate signed by the governor — and, of course, cake! — and, of course, cake!
Know a champion aiding older adults?
Nominate someone working, Nominate someone working, volunteering or caregiving for volunteering or caregiving for older adults in Colorado. The older adults in Colorado. The recipient will receive the Allen recipient will receive the Allen Buckingham Senior Leadership Buckingham Senior Leadership Legacy Award at the CCOA Legacy Award at the CCOA Excellence in Aging annual event. Excellence in Aging annual event.
For more information or how to attend a CCOA meeting, contact For more information or how to attend a CCOA meeting, contact Adrian Cowan at 720-724-3177 or adrian.cowan@state.co.us. Adrian Cowan at 720-724-3177 or adrian.cowan@state.co.us.
Colorado Friends of Old Time
Music & Dance (Square Dance, Waltz & Ballroom) 720-722-1170
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,
mentally and emotionally with soothing, platonic touch from a friendly, compassionate Certified Cuddler at your location or ours. Scalp rubs, hugs and cuddles increase the feel-good hormone oxytocin, which improves overall health. Great for singles, seniors, caregivers and those who live alone. www.ComfortCuddling.com
Denver Art Museum
100 W 14th Avenue Pkwy, Denver 80204 720-913-0130
The Denver Art Museum’s over 60000 works of art include European, Asian, American
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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 720-913-1311
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 low-cost 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
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
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 south-
west 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
Highlands Ranch Senior Center
200 E Highlands Ranch Pkwy, Highlands Ranch 80126 303-791-2416
Lilley Gulch Recreation Center
6147 S Holland Way, Littleton 80123 303-409-2500
Osher Lifelong Learning Institute, University of Denver 303-871-3090
The OLLI program is a membership program designed for men and women
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.
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MAY 8 – WEDNESDAY Elks Event Center Arvada, CO
MAY 15 – WEDNESDAY Trail Winds Recreation Center Thornton, CO
MAY 21 – TUESDAY Windsor Gardens Auditorium Denver/Aurora, CO
SEPTEMBER 18 – WEDNESDAY Heritage Todd Creek Golf Community Thornton/Brighton, CO
SEPTEMBER 24 – TUESDAY Jewish Community Center Aurora, CO
OCTOBER 22 – TUESDAY Arvada ACES Center Arvada, CO
Adjusting to an Assisted Living or Skilled Nursing Facility can be a difficult transition.
Fears and old stigmas enter, especially given the change since Covid began, and that can wreak havoc on the psychosocial well-being of a person, and their loved ones! It is a change for everyone involved and it’s important to have a support network and to have frank conversations about the future.
Transition periods will look different for everyone. As a family member, be open and honest in your communication with the facility. Let the community know your concerns ahead of time, and what factors you think might contribute to a successful transition.
Has your mother always been afraid of entering a ‘nursing home’ because she has a preconceived notion based on the past? Tell the staff. Talk to your mother. Show her that there is care surrounding her. Introduce yourself, introduce her. While everyone hopes that needs are anticipated beforehand as best they can it’s important to engage the staff and learn what they do so that you, and she, know who to go to when a need arises.
The staff in a community can be your greatest ally in making sure your loved one is comfortable in their new environment. Go together to see the dining room or attend an activity if they like to be around peo-
ple. Maybe they need a few minutes in their new room to settle in quietly. Bring in things that are familiar and comforting - framed photos of family members, a favorite quilt for the bed. Encourage the staff to get to know your loved one, but also help them become well known. Tell them right away if your loved one has any favorite foods or drinks, so that staff can help make sure your loved one feels welcomed by offering a cup of coffee just the way they like it.
Adjustment isn’t just difficult for someone coming in for long term placement. A short stay for rehabilitation can be overwhelming and intimidating. Encourage your loved one to voice expectations and hopes for their stay, and any goals they may have, like being able to use the 4 stairs up to their porch or being able to return to taking their dog for an evening walk or even being able to prepare a meal for themselves again. By opening the lines of communication ahead of time for staff, yourself, and your loved one many potential complications can be mitigated overall, and this can make for a peaceful transition into an unfamiliar and new environment. ~
Editor’s Note: This article was submitted by Sarah Elliott, Senior Director of Care Transition – Community Relations with Vivage Beecan. For more information call 720-665-6907. See ad on facing page.
Life brings many joys and challenges. Eventually, we encounter the realities of aging, navigating medical care, and the financial implications of both. You can plan for your future, safeguard your assets, and ensure your wishes are honored.
Everyone needs an estate plan that makes their wishes known. Decide how you want assets distributed among beneficiaries. Consider special circumstances like loved ones with disabilities or beneficiaries requiring additional support. A comprehensive estate plan names someone you trust to manage your estate and protects assets and beneficiaries from potential misuse or loss. Establishing a trust allows you to avoid probate, simplifying the process for your loved ones and preserving your privacy.
crucial. Those you name in Financial and Medical Powers of Attorney are granted legal authority to act on your behalf and in your best interest. Better than relying on potentially lengthy and costly court proceedings to name someone.
As we age, the prospect of escalating care costs and medical bills looms large. You may wish to preserve assets accumulated over your lifetime. The right trust planning and supporting documents can help maximize benefits such as Medicaid and Veterans Affairs (VA). Strategic planning may shield your family home and other assets, while still allowing you to qualify for government programs and support.
We aspire to retain control over our medical and financial decisions, but circumstances may arise where we cannot. Powers of Attorney empower you to name individuals to act on your behalf while you are alive and unable to do so. We may think of big reasons like dementia, but this may also be necessary if you end up ill and hospitalized. Preparing for this possibility is
Planning for your future involves safeguarding your assets, ensuring your decisions are respected, and simplifying the process for your loved ones. Allowing you to navigate your golden years with confidence and peace of mind.~
Editor’s Note: This article was submitted by Andrew P. Stone, Esq. Andrew is the principal attorney with Stone Law, LLC and may be reached at 303-974-6970 or by email at andrew@stonelawllc.com. See ad on facing page.
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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 67)
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.
Ridge Recreation Center, The 6613 S Ward St, Littleton 80127
303-409-2333
Road Scholar – Adventures in Lifelong Learning
877-426-8056
What is Road Scholar? Road Scholar is a not-for-profit organization that provides exceptional learning adventures to nearly
250000 older adults each year. Road Scholar offers over 10000 programs a year in more than 100 countries. The philosophy is that learning is a lifelong pursuit that opens minds and enriches lives. Participants come from every walk of life to learn together to exchange ideas and to explore the world.
Robert E Loup Jewish Community Ctr
350 S Dahlia St, Denver 80246
303-399-2660
(ad on page 66)
303-717-5134
We provide individual interaction and max engagement for dementia activities at memory care communities and residential homes. Also, online activity courses for caregivers at SensoryOutings.org.
SilverSneakers® at Foothills Park & Recreaction District – The Peaks Wellness District 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. Enrollment for this program can
(1) We visit memory care communities bringing engagement stations forearly to late dementia residents for 1 hour program – Denver metro area.
only be done at The Peak Community & Wellness Center. Members of participating Medicare Healthplans may be eligible.
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 an 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 Durke’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 –Senior Connection Shows (ad on page 63)
505-892-6047
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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, Fitness, Educational Classes.
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.
Gathering places for seniors seeking a place for activities, friendship and planned programs. Lunches are usually served and transportation may be available.
Apex Community Recreation Ctr 6842 Wadsworth Blvd, Arvada 80003 303-425-9583
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 3551 N. Chambers, Aurora, CO 80011 720-538-9978
(For InnovAge PACE participants only)
Eagle View Adult Center 1150 Prairie Ctr Pkwy, Brighton 80601 303-655-2075
Broomfield Senior Center 280 Spader Way, Broomfield 80020 303-464-5526
Castle Rock Senior Center
2323 Woodlands Blvd, Castle Rock 80104
303-688-9498
Goodson Recreation Center
6315 S University Blvd, Centennial 80121
303-798-2476
Active Adult Center at Eagle Point
6060 E Parkway Dr, Commerce City 80022
303-289-3756
Denver Recreation Centers
– 5090 Broadway Recreation Center
5090 Broadway, Denver 80216
720-865-2150
– 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
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– 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
1265 S Broadway, Denver 80210
720-538-9978
(For InnovAge PACE participants only)
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
Red Shield Salvation Army 2915 High St, Denver 80205
303-295-2107
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 Center
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
Malley Senior Recreation Center
3380 S Lincoln St, Englewood 80113
303-762-2660
Wulf Recreation Center
5300 S Olive Rd, Evergreen 80439 720-880-1200
Golden Community Center 1470 10th St, Golden 80401 303-384-8100
Highlands Ranch Senior Center
200 E Highlands Ranch Pkwy, Highlands Ranch 80126 303-791-2416
Southridge Highlands Ranch Community Center 4800 McArthur Ranch Rd
Highlands Ranch 80130 303-471-7020
Clements Community Center 1580 Yarrow St, Lakewood 80214 303-987-4820
InnovAge Colorado PACE –Lakewood
8405 W Alameda Ave, Lakewood 80226
720-538-9978
(For InnovAge PACE participants only)
LITTLETON / GREENWOOD VILLAGE / CENTENNIAL
Douglas H. Buck Community Recreation Center
2004 W Powers Ave, Littleton 80120 303-797-8787
Lone Tree Recreation Center 10249 RidgeGate Cir, Lone Tree 80124 303-708-3500
Northglenn Senior Center 1 E Memorial Pkwy, Northglenn 80233 303-450-8801
Parker Senior Center 10675 Longs Way, Parker 80138 303-841-5370
Sheridan Recreation Center 3325 W Oxford Ave, Sheridan 80236 303-761-2241
InnovAge Colorado PACE – Thornton 445 E 124th Ave, Thornton 80241 720-538-9978
(For InnovAge PACE participants only)
Thornton Active Adult Center 11181 Colorado Blvd, Thornton 80233 303-255-7850
Trail Winds Recreation Center –Active Adult Wing 13495 Holly St, Thornton 80241 720-977-5777
The MAC
3295 W 72nd Ave, Westminster 80030 303-426-4310
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Seniors Resource Center
3227 Chase St, Wheat Ridge 80212
303-238-8151
Wheat Ridge Active Adult Center
6363 W 35th Ave, Wheat Ridge 80033
303-205-7500
Senior Clinics usually provide more comprehensive 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.
CommonSpirit
Senior Health First St. Anthony
– Lakewood
11700 W 2nd Pl, Ste 4450, Lakewood 80228
303-825-1234
– Westminster
500 W 144th Ave, Ste 140, Westminster 80023
303-430-2640
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 Center 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
– Tepeyac Community Health Center 2101 E 48th Ave, Denver 80216
303-458-5302
– Westside 1100 Federal Blvd, Denver 80204
303-436-4200
Intermountain Health
Platte Valley Hospital 1600 Prairie Ctr Pkwy, Brighton 80601 303-498-1600
Salud Clinic 6255 Quebec Pkwy, Commerce City 80022 303-697-2583
STRIDE (formerly Metropolitan Community Provider Network –MCPN)
– STRIDE CHC – Englewood 3515 S Delaware, Englewood 80110 303-778-7433
– STRIDE CHC– Wheat Ridge
7495 W 29th Ave, Wheat Ridge 80033 303-778-7433
– STRIDE CHC – Potomac Street
700 Potomace St, Ste A, Aurora 80011 303-778-7433
– STRIDE CHC – Hampden & Chambers
15132 E Hampden, Ste G, Aurora 80014
303-778-7433
Includes senior organizations such as government non-profit and community organizations created to assist seniors in many areas of their lives.
A Little Help
2755 S Locust St, Ste 220, Denver 80220 720-242-9032
Staying at home 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 have what you hope for and continue receiving all the services you need as you grow older in your own home. Annual services start at $20/month.
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
Ability Connection Colorado
303-691-9339
Provides information, referrals and technical assistance about guardianship conservatorship, powers of attorney and related matters.
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 Services
Division (AAS)
303-866-2800
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 County
104 4th St, Castle Rock 80104 303-814-4300
Provides information & referrals to services in Douglas County.
Association
Colorado Chapter (ad on page 164)
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
Area Agency on Aging
Regional Council of Governments
(See Denver Commission on Aging on pages 16-19)
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Benefits in Action – Connectedness (www.benefitsinaction.org/ connectedness)
(https://www.benefitsinaction.org) 720-221-8354
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
Information and referral, case management, 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 (coloradoassistedlivingassociation.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 303-832-4535
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 720-724-3177
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 to serve for four year terms.
Colorado Division of Insurance 1560 Broadway, Ste 110, Denver 80202 303-894-7499
Case consultation assessment and information about and referrals to community resources are offered to seniors and their families.
Colorado End-of-Life Collaborative (coeolcollaborative.org)
303-489-4111
The Colorado End-of-Life Collaborative is the leading go-to organization for trusted, compassionate, and dedicated professionals serving the end-of-life needs of our community. We provide vetted referral sources, spotlight the work of end-of-life doulas, offer education on end-of-life options and choices, and help the dying and their loved ones move more confidently through the natural stages of dying and death.
Colorado Gerontological Society
1129 N Pennsylvania St, Denver 80203 303-333-3482
Provide general information, Medicaid and Medicare counseling, financial counseling and bill paying, dental vision and hearing resources, nursing home consultations, relocation information, counseling on advanced directives and claim filing for seniors and their families. www.senioranswers.org.
Colorado Guardianship Association (www.coloradoguardianship association.org)
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.
on Aging (ad on pages 16-19) (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.
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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
Habitat for Humanity of Metro Denver
303-534-2929
Allow Habitat to help you by taking away furniture and appliance when clients move or facilities remodel. Free donation pick ups. Every donation builds homes and hope! For more information please email dmartin@habitatmetrodenver.org
Hospice & Palliative Care
Association of the Rockies
2851 S Parker Rd, Ste 1210, Aurora 80014
303-848-2522
InnovAge PACE
720-538-9978
8950 E Lowry Blvd, Denver 80230
At lnnovAge PACE (Program of All-inclusive Care for the Elderly) our mission is to allow seniors to live life on their terms-by aging in place, in their own homes, for as long as safely possible. For over 30 years we have been providing seniors with personalized medical, dental care, physical therapy, medication assistance, social interaction, and daily transportation to and from all medical appointments. If you have Medicare and Medicaid coverage, it’s available at no cost to you.
Colorado centers include: Denver, Lakewood, Thornton, Aurora, Northern Colorado and Pueblo.
Jewish Family Service –Senior Services
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.
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
4981 E 39th Ave, Denver 80207
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.
RSVP (Retired & Senior Volunteer Program)
– Adams & Eastern Arapahoe Counties 9025 Grant St, Ste 150, Thornton 80229 303-426-4408
– Denver, Douglas & Western Arapahoe Counties
2660 Larimer St, Denver 80205
303-297-0408
Helps Seniors locate service opportunities in their communities.
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.
Seniors Resource Center –Support Services
3227 Chase St, Wheat Ridge 80212
303-238-8151
Community-based care management, onsite adult day, in home non-medical personal care, deep cleaning and decluttering, hospital to home transition, victim support, information and referral assistance offered to seniors and their caregivers living in Jefferson and surrounding metro and rural counties. Speakers are available.
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,
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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.
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.
VNA Medical Foot Care Clinics
303-698-6496
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. Your visit may be covered under Kaiser insurance plan.
2755 S Locust St, Ste 220, Denver 80220 720-242-9032
City of Westminster – Snow Busters 303-658-2501
Volunteers of America Handyman Program 303-297-0408
Sign up in October for a snow buddy!
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
– 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 2929 W 10th Ave, 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
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 164)
455 Sherman St, Ste 500, Denver 80203
303-813-1669 / 800-272-3900
ARTHRITIS
Arthritis Foundation
800-283-7800
BONE HEALTH
Bone Health & Osteoporosis Foundation (BHOF)
800-231-4222
BREAST CANCER
AdventHealth Porter – Cancer Care
2525 S Downing St, Denver 80210
303-778-1955
CANCER
Cancer Care Support Groups at Lutheran Med Center (Call for topics)
303-403-3608
General Cancer Support Group Lutheran Medical 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
Road to Recovery –American Cancer Society
10065 E Harvard Ave, Ste 400, Denver 80213
303-758-2030
CROHN’S & COLITIS
Abbvie – Crohn’s & Colitis Support CDandUC.com
GRIEF SUPPORT GROUPS
CVNA Hospice & Palliative –Hospice Grief Support Group
(ad on page 114)
6750 W 52nd Ave, Arvada 80002 303-698-2121
Littleton Methodist Church 5894 S Datura St, Littleton 80120 303-794-6379
The Denver Hospice Support Groups & Services (ad on page 113)
8289 E Lowry Blvd, Denver 80230 303-398-6200
TRU Community Care
(ad on page 114)
2594 Trail Ridge Dr E, Lafayette 80026 303-449-7740
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
8300 W 38th Ave, Wheat Ridge 80033 303-467-4122
Spaulding Rehab Hospital
900 Potomac, Aurora 80011 303-367-1166
MENTAL HEALTH
Addiction Resource –AddictionResource.net
CENTUS Counseling
Consulting & Education
303-639-5240
NAMI Colorado
3333 S Bannock St, Ste 430, Englewood 80110
303-321-3104
MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS
National MS Society
900 Broadway, Ste 350, Denver 80209
303-698-7400 / 800-344-4867
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 Group 303-233-1666
PROSTATE CANCER
American Cancer Society 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 CenterStroke Support 4600 E Hwy 86, Castle Rock 80104 303-814-2863
VISUALLY IMPAIRED
Addiction Resource –AddictionResource.net
Senior Low Vision Program 2233 W Shepperd Av, Littleton 80120 303-778-1130
TAX INFORMATION
AARP (Income Tax Preparation)
303 E 17th Ave, Ste 510, Denver 80203 866-554-5376
Adams Cnty Income Tax Assistance
4430 S Adams Cnty Pkwy, Brighton 80601 303-659-2120
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Benefits in Action
(www.benefitsinaction.org )
12157 W Cedar Dr, Ste 100, Lakewood 80228 720-221-8354
Colorado Dept of Revenue (State Tax Info)
1881 Pierce St, Lakewood 80261
303-238-7378
IRS (Federal Tax Info)
800-829-1040
Taxpayer Advocate Service
1881 Pierce St, Lakewood 80261 303-238-7378
VITA Tax – RSVP Srs Resource Ctr
3227 Chase St, Wheat Ridge 80212
303-238-8151
Angel Flight West
888-426-2643
Volunteer pilots offer no cost emergency air transportation
ADAMS COUNTY
Adams County A-Lift 4430 S Adams Cnty Pkwy, Brighton 80601 720-523-6991
Via Mobility Services
(ad on page 83)
303-444-3043
ARAPAHOE COUNTY
Via Mobility Services (ad on page 83)
303-444-3043
BROOMFIELD COUNTY
Broomfield Easy Ride 280 Spader Wy, Broomfield 80020
303-464-5534
DENVER COUNTY
A Little Help
2755 S Locust St, Ste 220, Denver 80220 720-242-9032
Call – Limited coverage area
Via Mobility Services (ad on page 83) 303-444-3043
DOUGLAS COUNTY
Aging Resources of Douglas County 104 4th St, Castle Rock 80104 303-814-4300
Castle Rock Senior Ctr (9am–3pm M-F) 2323 Woodlands Blvd, Castle Rock 80104 303-688-9498
Douglas County First Call 100 Third St, Castle Rock 80104 303-660-7519
JEFFERSON COUNTY
Lakewood Rides
1580 Yarrow St, Lakewood 80214
303-987-4826
Via Mobility Services (ad on page 83)
303-444-3043
Accessible transportation that’s
American Medical Response (Ambulance)
303-495-1200
Denver Regional Council of Governments (DRCOG) AAA – Transportation Voucher Program (ad on pages 16-19)
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
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303-299-2960
– Route & Schedule Info
303-299-6000
– Senior Shopper 303-299-6503
Via Mobility Services (ad on page 83)
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World Wide Adult Day Care 10890 E Dartmouth Ave, Ste H-1, Denver 80014 303-815-6285 / 303-704-8777
Colorado Low-Income Energy Assistance Program (LEAP) 866-432-8435
Denver Water – One Time Payment Assistance 303-893-2444
VETERAN SERVICES
Veterans Administration 800-827-1000
NATIONAL
Debt Management 800-827-0648
Education Benefits 888-442-4551
Health Benefits 877-222-8387
Insurance Center 800-669-8477
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VA Benefits
800-827-1000
COUNTY
Veteran Services Offices
– Adams County 11860 Pecos St, Westminster 80234
720-523-2770
– 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 303-271-4574
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
Colorado Division of Veterans Affairs
155 Van Gordon St, Ste 201, Lakewood 80228
303-914-5832
Community Resources & Referral Center
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 16-19)
1001 17th St, Ste 700, Denver 80202 720-278-2351
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
Veterans Crisis Line 800-273-8255 x1
Volunteers of America
Supportive Services 303-297-0408
Non-profit and government organizations providing vision resources. Many programs are sliding scale or income qualifying.
Aftersight
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
Colorado Gerontological Society 1129 N Pennsylvania St, Denver 80203 303-333-3482
Colorado Talking Book Library 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
A Little Help
2755 S Locust St, Ste 220, Denver 80220 720-242-9032
AARP – Colorado
303 E 17th Ave, Ste 510, Denver 80203 866-554-5376
Aftersight
1700 55th St, Ste A, Boulder 80301 303-786-7777 / 877-443-2001
American Diabetes Association
720-855-1102
Bessie’s Hope 303-623-1176
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
CVNA Hospice & Palliative –Hospice Grief Support Group (ad on page 114) 6750 W 52nd Ave, Arvada 80002 303-698-2121
Corporation for National and Community Service 202-606-5000
Denver Botanic Gardens
1007 York St, Denver 80206 720-865-3500
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 16-19)
1001 17th St, Ste 700, Denver 80202 303-480-6700
Denver Rescue Mission (Volunteer Opportunities Available) 6100 Smith Rd, Denver 80216 303-297-1815
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Denver Zoo
2300 Steele St, Denver 80205 720-337-1400
Food Bank of the Rockies
(ad on page 31)
(www.foodbankrockies.org)
10700 E 45th Ave, Denver 80239
720-473-6323
Foster Grandparents Program (VOA)
2660 Larimer St, Denver 80205
303-297-0408
Hospice Organizations
Welcome Volunteers!
(See listings on page 120)
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711 Park Avenue W, Denver 80205
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
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Spark The Change Colorado 3399 Holly St, Denver 80207
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The Denver Hospice Support Groups & Services (ad on page 113)
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TRU Community Care
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Volunteermatch.org
Volunteers of America: RSVP (Retired Senior Volunteer Program) 2660 Larimer St, Denver 80205 303-297-0408
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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.
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 con-
sumer in the event they file a claim against the company.
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
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It started with subtle signs. You visited and noticed that the house was not being kept up as it had been before. Your once fastidious mom was wearing a top with a food stain on it and did not even notice. There was a lot of expired food in the fridge. Little signs that things were slipping. When you suggested help – with driving, or cooking, or just around the house it was rebuffed. So, you backed off.
experience for everyone would it be if we just planned a little bit? If your loved one could be in on the decision making when they were well able and before they even needed it. There are so many levels of help that can be set up and so many tools of the trade that can help keep people independent, safe, and happy.
But, in the back of your mind, you know the bigger event is coming. The broken bone, or bigger accident. The event that is going to disrupt everything. Yet, you have still done nothing to prepare.
Caregiving tends to be a reactive sport, not a proactive one. Why? Because of egos, family dynamics and our busy lives. And also, because dealing with aging is hard. It is hard to be the child of an aging parent who can no longer take care of themselves. It is also hard to be the person aging, who now must rely on others to help them get through their day.
But, how much better of an
So, how do you start? How do you get your mom onboard? How do you convince your siblings that something needs to be done? You start by asking for help. Ask your Doctor, or a Case Manager or a Home Care Agency. There are professionals that can help you get started, point you in the right direction, brainstorm creative solutions or help you begin those difficult conversations. The most important thing to know is that you do not have to do it alone. Creating a team of support around you and your loved one will set everyone up for the best possible outcomes. You just need to ask. ~
Editor’s Note: This article was submitted by Mikea Crumity with Friends for Life. She may be reached at 303-321-2822 or by email at Mikea@FriendsForLifeInc.com See ad on facing page.
AARP data shows that approximately 80% of adults prefer to remain in their homes as they age.
Here are some reasons home care might be the right choice for you:
n Familiar Environment – Relocating can be traumatic and stressful for seniors, sometimes causing a decline in physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Staying at home provides a sense of comfort and security.
n Safety – Assisted living and nursing homes may pose a higher risk of infection due to the number and close proximity of residents. Home care reduces exposure to contagious illnesses and provides a safer environment.
n Lower Cost – Depending on the level of care needed, home care can be more cost-effective than care at a residential facility.
n Personalized One-on-One Care –
Home care can be highly personalized to meet specific needs and preferences. Caregivers can tailor their approach to an individual’s routines, habits, and lifestyle, promoting a more customized and person-centered care experience. This just can’t be achieved even in the best facilities.
Choose home care, because some things are too precious to leave behind.
Editor’s Note: This article was submitted by Karen Moorehead, CSA, president of Elderlink Home Care, Inc, 303-734-0641 or karen@ElderlinkHomeCare.com. See ad above.
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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. ~
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
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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.
ENTERAL FEEDING – Enteral feeding, or tube feeding, is a way to deliver nutrients through a tube if you cannot take food or drink through your mouth.
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Life can surprise you with circumstances that change your health status quickly and unexpectedly.
Being faced with many questions as health deteriorates or discharge from a hospital approaches; Home Health Care provides a solution to restore health and mobility to a functional level.
Many Home Health Care companies offer a variety of services such as physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, home health aide and skilled nursing while accepting most major insurances.
A licensed Physical Therapist will help to regain function, reduce pain and increase mobility. Occupational
therapy services help with assessing equipment needs such as grab bars, walkers and other needed equipment. Skilled nursing provides a licensed professional attending the more acute medical needs, such as wound care. Home Health Aides assist with activities of daily living such as bathing and dressing.
Home Health care can play a vital role in our journey toward wellness and independence while maintaining dignity and respect in the comfort of your home. ~
Editor’s Note: This article was submitted by AmazingCare Home Health Services. For more information call 303-755-3170. See ad above.
When choosing a Home Health Care provider, review who is establishing the standards for your care, and consider the following:
Are they independently owned and operated?
What drives the decisions they make regarding the care you receive?
What choices lead them to open a Home Health Agency?
Do they have personal experience navigating the health care system to meet the needs of a family member?
It is valuable to have an ally who “has been there”.
An owner who has experienced
personal need for Home Health Care will be more focused on patient care than profit.
Their unique insights will better equip them to truly understand your struggles and concerns.
You do have options when choosing your Home Health Care provider. The agency you choose ultimately works for you. Take the time to interview them to see if their values align with yours. ~
Editor’s Note: This article was submitted by Casey Horn with We Care Home Health. For more information he can be reached at 720-727-1141 or by email at Casey.Horn@WeCareHome. Health. See ad above.
24/7 Home Health Care303-247-1111
Abode Home Health of Colorado720-440-9422
Acaria Homecare
303-403-8888
AccentCare Home Health303-620-5402
Accessible Home Health Care303-755-7135
Advanced Home Health of Colorado 720-213-1773
Agape Care Community303-368-7200
All State Home Health303-761-1314
Alliant Home Health
303-424-8000
Alternative Choice Home Care Nursing 720-748-0890
AMI-Wellness Home Health Svcs
303-722-2208
Arise Home Health Care720-535-4678
Astra Health Care
At Home Healthcare
303-270-0000
303-369-7063
BAYADA Home Health Care303-650-1700
Berkley Home Health Care303-758-2000
Brookdale Home Health877-312-6614
Canyon Home Care & Hospice303-940-2495
Centura Health at Home303-561-5000
Colorado Help @ Home720-387-8131
ComForCare Home Care720-575-5576
Compassionate Home Care303-465-3700
Complete Home Health Care720-214-3926
Elevate Home Care 303-252-4477
Elite Home Health Care303-835-8351
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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.
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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.
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Assistance with Activities of Daily Living (ADL’s), homemaking, companionship and other non-medical in home care. These services are available for hire after, or in conjunction with, Medicare certified services. Private payment, Medicaid and Veterans Benefits
are a few of the ways personal care can be paid for.
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.
– 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.
(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
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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. ~
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. 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
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 managed 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
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*****PAYMENT METHODS
MULTI-LINGUAL
INPATIENT CARE
INDIGENT PATIENTS
HOME HEALTH AGENCY
PCP OVERSIGHT
****THERAPIES
A=Aroma / MA=Massage / MU=Music / P=Pet
GRIEF SUPPORT GROUPS
PAIN PUMPS AVAILABLE
24/7 ADMISSIONS
***LEVELS OF CARE
RO=Routine / RE=Respite / G=General In-Patient Care / C=Continuous Care
**SERVICES PROVIDED
RN/SW = Social Worker / CH=Chaplain / V=Volunteer
PALLIATIVE CARE
*COUNTIES SERVED
*COUNTIES: AD=Adams / AR=Arapahoe / BR=Broomfield / DN=Denver / DG=Douglas / JF=Jefferson
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Administration / MA=Medicaid / MC=Medicare / HM=Managed Care Insurance / O=Other **Services: RN= Registered Nurse / SW= Social Worker / C=Chaplain / V=Volunteers ****Therapies: A=Aroma / Ma=Massage / Mu=Music / P=Pet ***Levels of Care: RO=Routine / RE=Respite / GIP=General
*****PAYMENT METHODS: PP=Private Pay / PI=Private Insurance / LT=Long Term
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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.
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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.
– 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.
– 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 medical director, a physician to oversee their care. Many times the hospice medical director will work in conjunction with the patient’s
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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
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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. ~
Abode Hospice of Colorado720-353-4078
AccentCare Hospice 720-504-1309 Advanced Hospice of Colorado720-213-1773
Agape Healthcare – Hospice & Palliative Care 720-482-1988
Aviant Hospice 303-953-7270
Berkley Home Health Care303-758-2000
Brighton Hospice 720-536-5060 Bristol Hospice 720-941-5580
Brookdale Hospice 303-771-3304 Canyon Home Care & Hospice303-940-2495 Colorado Palliative & Hospice Care303-727-5709
Residents in an independent living situation live in their own apartments with little or no support from the housing facility. 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.
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 Charities Housing (ad on page 3)
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
6230 Glencoe St, Commerce City 80022 720-760-5552
Denver Housing Authority
1035 Osago St, Denver 80204 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
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.
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303-861-773054
303-343-849093HUD
303-343-1448103$879
Marcella Apt Homes , 6555 Schneider Way, Arvada 80004
The Heritage Apts, 10400 W 62nd Pl, Arvada 80004
The Village at Arvada, 5310 Allison St, Arvada 80002
Aspen Meadows, 651 Potomac St, Aurora 80011
Aurora Homes, 10675 E Colfax, Aurora 80010
Aurora Village Apts, 15972 E 13th Pl, Aurora 80011
Fletcher Gardens, 1401 Emporia St, Aurora 80010
Pinewood Lodge, 200 S Ironton St, Aurora 80012
The Village at Hampden Town Center, 3601 S Dallas St, Aurora 80014303-750-5400132$1,095
Tiara Apts, 12000 E 16th Ave, Aurora 80010
Brighton Village, 199 W Southern St, Brighton 80601 720-685-9977123$508
303-655-756668HUD
Libretto Apts, 575 S 8th Ave, Brighton 80601
Park Apts, 235 S 27th Ave, Brighton 80601
Broomfield Silvercrest Senior Apts, 1110 E 10th Ave, Broomfield
Maryel Manor, 12555 Sheridan Blvd, Broomfield 80020
Conter Estates, 6600 E 60th Pl, Commerce City 80022
Kearny Plaza, 6140 E 63rd Pl, Commerce City 80022
Madonna Plaza –Catholic Charities Housing, 6275 Kearney St, Commerce City 80022
Allen Gardens, 3030 Richard Allen Ct, Denver 80205
Argonaut Apts, 1505 Grant St, Denver 80203
Argyle Apts, 3883 Quitman St, Denver 80212 303-455-951350HUD
Barney Ford Homes, 2024 Clarkson St, Denver 80205 720-946-601681
California Park East, 2770 California St, Denver 80205 303-298-852953$30 HUD
Casa de Rosal –VOA 735 Vrain St, Denver 80204
Casa Dorada, 4600 W 9th Ave, Denver 80204
Casa Loma, 3850 Alcott St, Denver 80211
Casa Redonda De Vigil, 1080 W 69th Ave, Denver 80221
4580 Tejon St, Denver 80211
City Park Plaza, 1401 Josephine St, Denver 80206 303-333-935732
Clyburn at Stapleton, 7401 E 26th Ave, Denver 80238
Columbine Towers, 1750 S Federal Blvd, Denver 80219 303-934-8797170HUD
Corona Residence, 1445 Corona St, Denver 80218 303-832-130258
Courthouse Square Apts, 901 W 14th Ave, Denver 80204 303-825-1104171$1,775
Denver Metro Village, 1523 Quitman St, Denver 80204 303-572-7716192HUD
Denver Silvercrest, 4595 W Alameda, Denver 80219 303-922-292464HUD
Drehmoor Apts, 215 E 19th Ave, Denver 80203 303-839-564572$1,587
720-946-6052254
303-839-564730HUD Sub 1
303-433-6268383$398 Sub Sec 8S,1,2 ll
303-832-556754$400
303-922-6606200HUD Sec 8 S
303-455-825535HUD IR Sub1
303-296-1780197HUD
303-832-932390
303-455-503422
303-573-9011188$1,310
303-863-004345HUD
Elliot Elderly Apts, 1222 S Federal Blvd, Denver 80219
Emerson Gardens, 940 Emerson St, Denver 80218
Francis Heights, 2626 Osceola St, Denver 80212
Franconia Apts, 930 N Downing St, Denver 80218
Golden Spike Apts, 3000 W Yale Ave, Denver 80219
Guadalupe Senior Apts, 1799 W 32nd Ave, Denver 80211
Halcyon House, 1955 Arapahoe St, Denver 80202
Health Center at Franklin Park, 1535 Park Ave, Denver 80218
1380 Detroit St, Denver 80206
Towers, 333 W Elsworth Ave, Denver 80223
Jefferson Terrace, 2400 Decatur St, Denver 80211
Juanita Nolasco Residences, 4550 W 9th Ave, Denver 80204
Kappa Tower Apts, 2160 Downing St, Denver 80205
Housin, 22 S Adams St, Denver 80209
Circle Village. 4901 E Kentucky Cir, Denver 80246
Kings Point Apts, 3500 S Lowell Blvd, Denver 80236
Liggins Tower, 5150 E 34th Ave, Denver 80207 303-321-389172$1,086
Montview Manor Apts, 1663 Steele St, Denver 80206
Mountain View Tower, 1212 S Federal Blvd, Denver 80219
Mulroy Apts, 3550 W 13th Ave, Denver 80204
North Lincoln Midrise, 1425 Mariposa St, Denver 80204
Residence at Franklin Park, 1535 Franklin St, Denver 80218
Sable Ridge Apts, 4210 Fraser Wy #100, Denver 80239
Sheridan Glen Apts, 5350 W 52nd Ave, Denver 80212
4585 N Shoshone St, Denver 80211
Orchard Place Apts, 3425 S Sherman St, Englewood 80113
Simon Center Apts, 3333 S Lincoln St, Englewood 80113
The Terraces on Pennsylvania, 3590 S Pennsylvania St, Englewood 80113
Green Ridge Meadows, 3125 John Wallace Rd, Evergreen 80439
Applewood Retirement Community, 2445 Youngfield, Golden 80401
Canyon Gate Senior Apts, 1411 8th St, Golden 80401
Paramount Gardens Apts, 2684 Paramount Pkwy, Lakewood 80228 303-238-442631
Residences at Creekside, 1700 Pierce St, Lakewood 80214
The Residences at Eaton Sr Communities, 333 S Eaton St, Lakewood 80226
Westhaven Senior Living 1430 Nelson St, Lakewood 80215
Willow Glen Senior Residences, 1585 Kipling, Lakewood 80215
303-797-015560IB
303-794-9608180
Alyson Court Apts, 5807 Gallup St, Littleton 80120
Amity Plaza Apts, 200 W Sterne Pkwy, Littleton 80120
Bradley House Apts, 5844 S Datura St, Littleton 80120
Geneva Village, 5444 S Prince St, Littleton 80120
The Windermere, 5820 S Windemere St, Littleton 80120
Squire Village Apts, 11180 Grant Dr, Northglenn 80233
Orchard Hill Senior Apts, 1353 W 88th Ave, Thornton 80260
East Bay at Hidden Lake, 3720 W 68th Ave, Westminster 80030
Residences at Panorama Pointe, 8310 Clay St, Westminster 80031
Villa Maria, 2461 W 82nd Pl, Westminster 80031
Vistas at Panorama Pointe, 8305 Alcott St, Westminster 80030
Westminster Commons –VOA 3180 W 76th Ave, Westminster 80030
Highland West Community, 6340 W 38th Ave, Wheat Ridge 80033 303-424-9401237$779
Morning Side Retirement Community, 3630 Vance, Wheat Ridge
Wheat Ridge Town Center Apts, 4340 Vance St, Wheat Ridge 80033
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303-344-3277
15351 East 12th Ave
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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
In assisted living, the focus should be on the 4 C’s - Care, Community, Competency and Connections.
At the heart of this assisted living approach is an unwavering Care for each resident. Caregivers must be dedicated to knowing and understanding the unique needs of every individual in their care and providing compassionate, personalized care that enhances their health, well-being, and quality of life. The secret of providing great care for your residents, is in caring for your residents. That is the primary focus.
called. This alleviates the fear and uncertainty of living in a somewhat delicate situation. It cannot be understated how important this is in maintaining a positive attitude and living well in community. Competency engenders TRUST.
A strong and vibrant Community makes all the difference in how your residents greet the day and are generally happy and content. By creating a sense of healthy and vibrant community, the “energy under the roof” is upbeat and positive.
It is said that “Being old is not for the faint of heart.” There is ample frustration as everything gets more difficult, and chronic pain or other health problems become a part of daily life. The antidote to this is knowing that Competent and positive staff will deliver care when
Your residents form personal Connections with fellow residents and staff. This fosters a sense of belonging to the community that transcends the physical aspect of care. At a deeper level, these connections and relationships strengthen the community and make it more vibrant and satisfying. Connections change everything for the better.
The principles of Care, Community, Competency, and Connections should be celebrated. It’s a harmonious blend where compassionate support meets vibrant companionship, resulting in an environment where residents are happy and thriving to the best of their ability. ~
Editor’s Note: This article was submitted by Robin Avery, an assisted living operator and consultant with The Retreat at Church Ranch and may be reached at retreatceorobin@gmail.com. See ad on facing Insert.
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What makes a home a home? What makes a community a community? Here at The Retreat at Church Ranch, it’s all about love and service to each other. The heart of our community is kept alive with continuous doses of kindness, patience, inspiration and recognition of our shared lives. Come visit our beautiful outdoor walking paths and gardens!
The first time I heard this I was immediately confronted with my own failure to plan. Ouch!
I realized that this thinking applied to finances, life goals, education, vocation, retirement, etc. But being only in my 20’s at the time I never gave a thought about long term care and planning for my “golden years”?
Having helped hundreds of families find the “right fit” senior living community for their loved one has confirmed this axiom. I’m not the only one who didn’t think about planning for long term care!
70% of people 65 or older will need long term care. Only around 30% of the population will not need additional healthcare to live to the end of life at home. That means most of us will need to do some planning.
So what should you plan? Plan on how to fund those “golden years” through savings, long-term care insurance, home equity, and investment options. Social Security is not enough. And government programs (Medicaid) are not a guarantee or to some not a desirable option. You will understand this quickly just by
visiting a Medicaid community. It’s a curtain down the middle between two beds and it’s often very institutional. For those who have no other option, it’s indeed a much needed choice. But if you want options when you reach those “golden years” you will want to do more planning. Possibly you’re reading this article and think: “It’s too late now. I failed to plan.” Not necessarily! It’s never too late to plan. Start now! Connect with a Senior Placement Company and begin the planning process. The service is FREE and the outcome may be quite rewarding for you or your loved one’s well-being for those end of life years. Placement companies are a great referral source and a rich source of information regarding community costs, spend-down and care options. You don’t have to plan to fail! ~
Editor’s Note: This article was submitted by Walt and Britt Roberson who are co-owners of Harmony Senior Referrals. They may be reached at 303-667-2420 or by email at harmonyseniorreferrals@gmail.com. See ad on facing Insert.
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Affinity at Copperleaf303-835-0605
Amira Choice Arvada720-310-1108
Bella Vita Senior Living303-536-3292
Bonaventure of Castle Rock303-681-3752
Brookdale Meridian Arvada303-425-1900
Brookdale Meridian Englewood303-761-0300
Brookdale Meridian Lakewood303-980-5500
Brookdale Meridian Westland303-232-7100
Brookdale Parkplace303-744-0400
Brookdale Tamarac Square303-696-0576
Brookdale University Park303-757-1404
Carillon at Belleview Station720-440-8200
Carmel Oaks 720-773-5833
Cherry Creek Retirement Village303-693-0200
CityScape at Belmar720-214-7332
Clear Creek Commons303-278-1523
Concordia on the Lake Apts303-933-3449
Concordia on the Lake Cottages303-933-3449
Cottage Hill Senior Apts720-854-0333
Courtyard at Lakewood 303-239-0740
Covenant Living of Colorado303-424-4828
Eastern Star Masonic Retirement – Patio Homes 303-756-9489
Everleigh Central Park303-333-2980
Five Star Residences of Dayton Place 303-751-5150
Frontier Valley 303-341-1412
Gallery at Broomfield, The303-656-3738
Garden Plaza of Aurora303-750-0820
Gardens at St. Elizabeth, The303-964-2000
Golden Pond
Harvard Square
Highland Trail
Hilltop Reserve
303-271-0430
303-696-0622
303-635-8034
303-792-8200
Homestead at Lakewood303-233-2121
Hyland Hills
720-677-8326
Inglenook at Brighton303-659-4148
Kavod Senior Life
303-399-1146
Kentucky Circle Village303-756-5218
Kipling Meadows 720-310-6179
Lakeview Senior Living 303-988-2848
Lakewood Estates – Holiday303-987-3888
Legacy Village of Castle Pines303-663-9800
Lincoln Meadows Senior Living 303-790-1910
Modena Cherry Creek720-405-0500
MorningStar at Holly Park844-312-3853
MorningStar Senior Living at RidgeGate 844-312-3853
MorningStar Sr Living of Parker844-312-3853
Overture at Stapleton 303-552-3375
Parkside Village Retirement Resort 720-259-0037
Quincy Place
Springbrooke Senior Living303-331-9963
Springwood Retirement Apts303-424-6550
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.
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
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
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.
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When searching for the perfect assisted living and memory care communities, the quality of care provided is paramount.
Ensuring that residents receive the best possible care requires focusing on two critical factors: great staffing ratios and low turnover. These elements are the cornerstone of a supportive and nurturing environment where seniors can thrive.
Great staffing ratios are essential in providing high-quality care in assisted living and memory care communities. A low staff-to-resident ratio ensures that each resident receives personalized attention and care tailored to their individual needs. This allows caregivers to build meaningful relationships with residents, understand their preferences, and promptly address their concerns.
Low turnover rates among staff are equally important. Consistent caregivers who are familiar with the residents’ needs and routines can provide more effective and compassionate care. High turnover rates disrupt the continuity of care, leading to stress and anxiety for residents who must repeatedly adjust to new caregivers.
Stable staffing allows for the development of trust between residents and caregivers. This trust is fundamental in creating a safe and supportive environment where seniors feel valued and respected. Consistent caregivers are more likely to notice subtle changes in residents’ health and behavior, enabling early intervention and better health outcomes.
When staffing ratios are adequate, caregivers can manage their workload more effectively, leading to better care outcomes. It reduces the risk of burnout among staff, which is crucial for maintaining a high standard of care. Furthermore, residents benefit from more engagement and interaction, contributing to their overall well-being and quality of life.
The key to successful aging lies in having wonderful, consistent caregivers who provide personalized, compassionate care. This consistency helps in fostering a sense of security and belonging among residents. When caregivers and residents develop strong, positive relationships, it enhances the overall experience of assisted living and
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A Change of Seasons AL, LLC303-525-4015
A Feathered Nest
303-453-0810
A Legacy Personal Care Home720-301-1369
A Loving Hand AL
303-917-2354
A Wildflower AL (2 Homes)720-628-9092
Abbey Road & Penny Lane AL (2 Locations) 303-676-8027
Abundant Blessings & Care AL (5 Homes)
303-478-8174
Accent on Eldercare303-456-9246
Acorn House
303-399-9791
Addis Home 303-278-2306
Almond Tree Sr Care (2 Homes) 720-999-7773
Alternative Care Homes (2)303-834-5646
Amira Choice Arvada720-310-1108
Apex AL, LLC
720-325-7312
Aspen Cares 2 303-232-4431
Aspin Wall Residential AL303-341-1192
Belleview Suites at DTC303-796-8009
Blue Sky House AL303-279-7920
Bonaventure of Castle Rock303-681-3752
Brookdale Arvada 303-423-8100
Brookdale Brighton303-637-9500
Brookdale Greenwood Village303-224-9455
Brookdale Littleton303-948-0900
Brookdale Lowry 303-364-7149
Brookdale Meridian Englewood 303-761-0300
Brookdale Parkplace303-744-0400
Brookdale University Park303-757-1404
Cadence Lakewood303-969-7666
Caley Ridge 303-721-8900
Cardan Manor AL 303-596-1265
Care Haven AL 303-274-3636
Carillon At Belleview Station720-440-8200
Caring Hearts 720-301-1369
Castle Rock AL at Eveningsong 719-659-5975
Castle Rock AL I & II303-815-9347
Chateau des Mons AL303-781-5865
Cherry Creek Retirement Village 303-693-0200
Cherry Hills AL 720-592-0252
Christian AL Homes720-477-0472
Clermont AL 303-862-5602
Colorado AL Homes - Brandt303-948-0555
Colorado AL Homes - Kendall 303-948-0555
Colorado AL Homes - Rowland 303-948-0555 Colorado AL Homes - Rowland 303-948-0555 Community at Franklin Park, The 303-832-4859 Country Home AL 303-840-1986
Covenant Living of Colorado720-357-1906
Dorothy's Soft Touch303-587-3578
Eastern Star Masonic Retirement Campus 303-800-3480
Elk Run AL 303-679-8777
Extended Family AL720-670-6293
Five Star Residences of Dayton Place 303-751-5150
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Frontier Valley 303-341-1412
Gaia's Remedy AL303-674-6139
Gallery at Broomfield, The303-656-3738
Gardens at Columbine, The303-973-5115
Gardens at St. Elizabeth, The303-964-2000
Gardens Care (9 Homes)720-383-7214
Gardens on Quail 303-456-1500
Golden Ages at Clairton720-830-8342
Golden Ages at Forrest720-830-8342
Golden Ages at Grouseberry303-669-5497
Golden Pond
303-271-0430
Green Meadows AL303-955-0026
Greenwood Hills AL303-795-0784
Harvard Square
Harvey Park AL
Heather Grove
HighPointe AL
303-696-0622
303-922-1472
303-477-4262
303-756-4567
Hilltop Reserve 303-792-8200
Homestead at Lakewood303-233-2121
Hyland Hills 720-677-8326
Inglenook at Brighton303-659-4148
Janica AL
303-815-4705
Just For Seniors (2 Locations) 303-238-6722
Kavod AL
303-399-1146
Lakewood Reserve720-454-2794
Legacy Village of Castle Pines303-663-9800
Libby Bortz AL Center303-347-9755
Lighthouse AL – Elizabeth720-740-6397
Lighthouse AL – Emporia720-740-6397
Lighthouse AL – Irwin720-740-6397
Lighthouse AL –Maplewood House 720-740-6397
Lighthouse AL – Newland720-740-6397
Lighthouse AL – Steele720-740-6397 Lighthouse AL – Wadsworth720-740-6397
(3 Homes)720-404-1445 Manor on Marion Circle303-834-5646 Manor on Marston Lake, The303-932-9808
Modena Cherry Creek720-405-0500 Montage Hills AL 303-671-2500 Montage Ridge 303-237-5700
MorningStar of Littleton 844-312-3853
Morningstar at Holly Park844-312-3853
MorningStar at Jordan844-312-3853
MorningStar at Observatory Park 844-312-3853
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Living at RidgeGate
844-312-3853
MorningStar Senior Living of Parker 844-312-3853
My Home Care 303-810-8197
Nightingale Suites AL303-424-6550
Nora Personal Care AL303-617-8131
Northglenn Heights AL303-452-0501
Novellus Cherry Creek303-283-0400
Peakview AL
720-870-9007
Pearl AL in Elizabeth303-646-1156
Penny Lane AL 720-312-3713
Pine Grove Crossing303-996-8000
Pine Ridge Terrace720-398-9787
Planet View AL 303-728-9215
Ralston Creek Neighborhood303-284-7813
Raquitas Personal Care Home720-366-0900
Retreat at Highlands303-462-0934
Rocky Mountain AL (4 Homes)303-996-6886
Rose of Sharon AL ( 7 Homes)720-296-2454
Rustic Rose AL 303-627-4675
Senior Care AL 720-435-7163
Sr Living at Sierra Ridge, LLC303-808-4047
Senior Living at the Piner, LLC303-808-4047
Silver Rose Elder Care303-420-4295
Springbrooke Senior Living303-331-9963
St. Andrew's Village303-214-2646
St. Bernadette AL 303-941-9460
St. Francis AL 1 & 2720-299-9791
StoneCreek of Littleton303-710-8691
Sun Valley AL 720-388-5249
Sunrise at Cherry Creek866-410-0624
Sunrise at FlatIrons866-410-0624
Sunrise at Orchard866-410-0624
Sunrise at Pinehurst866-410-0624
Sunrise of Westminster866-410-0624
Temenos House (2 Homes)720-429-2355
Tender Care AL at Pinehurst303-988-5295
TenderCare AL (3 Homes)303-935-2448
Terra Bluffs Senior Living720-798-3770
The Belleview 720-613-9495
The Bridge at Garden Plaza of Aurora 303-750-0820
The Courtyards at Mountain View 303-337-3400
The Hills at Wheat Ridge303-795-0784
The Inn at Greenwood Village303-731-3974
The Ridge Pinehurst720-316-5226
The Rising Sun Senior Home303-937-3473
The Rising Sun Senior Home at Belmar 303-397-3473
The Well House AL303-489-9025
ThriveCare AL (6 Homes)720-808-7307
Valley House 720-780-7081
Vi at Highlands Ranch888-958-8416
Victorian House 720-780-7081
Village at Belmar – The Vista303-351-5455
Wind Crest 800-714-7265
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Until he was 70, Tommie was a cowboy and loved to herd cattle on horseback on his South Dakota Ranch. Tommie suffered a severe heart attack and his dementia quickly progressed.
Tommie’s daughter, Cindy, moved both her parents to Colorado so that she could visit more often. She placed them in a large assisted living facility memory care unit. Tommie’s wife, Dorothy, passed away 7 months after moving to Colorado. Tommie declined quickly in that environment because he wasn’t eating and wandered a lot. Cindy was unable to work because of her daily visits to her father. She made sure that he would eat and was safe. That experience took a toll on Cindy, her husband, and two young children.
They found Jaxpointe at Flower Ct. and moved Tommie two and a half years ago. It is the perfect environment for Tommie to call home for the rest of his life. The backyard walking path enables Tommie to enjoy nature and walk around. After placing Tommie at Jaxpointe, Cindy and her family went on their first family vacation in four years because they were so comforted by the care that he was receiving.
These days, Tommie is doing great. Daily he dons his western shirt, suspenders, jeans and most of the time, his cowboy hat. He will greet you when you come into Jaxpointe, and always tries to join in on conversations. He goes out in the backyard daily to walk or will “try to find his cattle or check on his hay crops”. He is very happy and enjoys every day. There are times that he doesn’t remember family members or their names, but he is thriving in the person that he has become with dementia.
• Caring for those with dementia, Alzheimer’s, strokes or Parkinson’s disease
• Highly trained staff provides personalized care and attention for each resident with 4:1 resident/caregiver ratio throughout the day. Awake night staff
• Homemade, nutritious meals served daily
• Affordable, all-inclusive pricing
• Private and shared rooms available
• Activities and exercise to keep residents stimulated and engaged
Peace of mind at affordable prices!
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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.
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.
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Amira Choice Arvada 720-310-1108
Assisted Living on Broadway 720-900-3951
Belleview Heights Transitional AL Memory Care 303-209-1573
Belleview Suites at DTC 303-796-8009
Bonaventure of Castle Rock 303-681-3752
Brookdale Arvada 303-423-8100
Brookdale Greenwood Village 303-224-9455
Brookdale Highlands Ranch 303-683-2555
Brookdale Lowry 303-364-7149
Brookdale Parkplace 303-744-0400
Brookdale Pinehurst Park 303-738-8500
Cadence Lakewood 303-969-7666
Cantril House Memory Care 720-780-7081
Carillon At Belleview Station 720-440-8200
Castle Rock Assisted Living III 303-815-9347
Chateau des Mons Memory Care 303-781-5865 Cherry Hills Memory Care 720-592-0252
Eastern Star Masonic Retirement Campus 303-800-3480
Five Star Residences of Dayton Place 303-751-5150 Gallery at Broomfield, The 303-656-3738
Gardens at Columbine, The 303-973-5115 Gardens at St. Elizabeth, The 303-964-2000
Gardens Care (2 Homes) 720-383-7214
Gardens on Quail 303-456-1500
Golden Pond 303-271-0430
Greenwood Hills Memory Care 303-795-0784
Harvard Square 303-696-0622
HighPointe Memory Care 303-756-4567
Hilltop Reserve 303-792-8200
Hyland Hills 720-677-8326
Inglenook at Brighton 303-659-4148
Juniper Village at Aurora 303-341-6335
Lakewood Reserve 720-454-2794
Legacy Village of Castle Pines 303-663-9800
Lighthouse AL – Steele 720-740-6397
More information on these communities available at www.SeniorsBlueBook.com. Click on “Senior Housing.”
Lighthouse AL – Wadsworth 720-740-6397
Lincoln Meadows Senior Living 303-790-1910
Manor on Marston Lake, The 303-932-9808
Millbrook Homes (2 Homes) 303-220-7989
Modena Cherry Creek 720-405-0500
Montage Hills Memory Care 303-671-2500
Montage Ridge 303-237-5700
MorningStar MC of Littleton 844-312-3853
MorningStar at Holly Park 844-312-3853
MorningStar at Jordan 844-312-3853
MorningStar at Observatory Park 844-312-3853
MorningStar Senior Living at RidgeGate 844-312-3853
MorningStar Senior Living of Parker 844-312-3853
Nightingale Lane MC at Springwood Retirement Campus 303-424-6550
Northglenn Heights AL 303-452-0501
Peakview Memory Care 720-870-9007
Pine Grove Crossing 303-996-8000
Ralston Creek Neighborhood 303-284-7813
Renew Saddle Rock Memory Care 303-766-8867
Rocky Mountain AL (3 Homes) 303-996-6886
Spring Ridge Park AL 303-233-8518
Springbrooke Senior Living 303-331-9963
St. Petro Laurel Haus 303-941-9460
StoneCreek of Littleton 303-710-8691
Sunrise at Cherry Creek 866-410-0624
Sunrise at FlatIrons 866-410-0624
Sunrise at Orchard 866-410-0624
Sunrise at Pinehurst 866-410-0624
Sunrise of Westminster 866-410-0624
Terra Bluffs Memory Care 720-798-3770
The Belleview 720-613-9495
The Courtyards at Mountain View 303-337-3400
The Ridge Pinehurst 720-316-5226
Vi at Highlands Ranch 888-958-8416
Village at Belmar 303-351-5455
Villagio of Broomfield 720-634-2535
Wind Crest 800-714-7265
More information on these communities available at www.SeniorsBlueBook.com. Click on “Senior Housing.”
Adara Living 303-785-5800
Advanced Health Care of Aurora 720-213-1700
Amberwood Post Acute303-756-1566
Arvada Care & Rehab Center303-420-4550
Aspen Siesta 303-757-1209
Berkley Manor Care Center303-320-4377
Bethany Nursing & Rehab Ctr303-238-8333
Briarwood Health Care Center303-399-0350
Brighton Care Center303-659-4580
Brookdale Meridian Englewood303-761-0300
Brookdale Meridian Lakewood303-980-5500
Brookshire Post Acute303-756-1546
Brookside Inn
Skilled Nursing & Rehab 303-688-2500
Brookside Rehab & Wellness303-688-3738
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 – Genesis 303-450-2700
Englewood Post Acute & Rehab303-789-2265
Garden Terrace Ctr of Excellence 303-750-8418
Hallmark Nursing Center303-794-6484
Health Center at Franklin Park303-832-9323
Highline Post Acute303-759-4221
Holly Heights Care Center303-757-5441
Irondale Post Accute 303-289-7110
Julia Temple Healthcare Center303-761-0075
Juniper Village at the Spearly Ctr 303-458-1112
Lakeside Post acute303-421-2272
Lakewood Villa 303-238-8161
Life Care Center of Aurora303-751-2000
Life Care Center of Evergreen303-674-4500
Life Care Center of Littleton303-795-7300
Life Care Center of Stonegate303-805-2085
Life Care Center of Westminster 303-412-9121
Littleton Care & Rehab303-798-2497
Lowry Hills Care & Rehab303-364-3364
Malley Transitional Care Center 303-452-4700
Mapleton Care Center303-237-1325
Montage Hills Skilled Nursing303-671-2500
Montage Ridge 303-237-5700
NeuroRestorative Colorado303-390-3000
Orchard Park Health Care303-773-1000
Park Forest Care Center303-427-7045
Prestige Care Ctr of Morrison303-697-8181
ProMedica Skilled Nursing Rehab Denver 303-355-2525
ProMedica Total Rehab303-730-8000
Ridgeview Post Acute 303-289-1848
Ridgeview Post Acute Rehab Ctr 303-289-1848
Riverdale Post Acute303-659-2253
Shalom Park Nursing Home303-400-2265
Sierra Post Acute 303-238-1375
Silver Heights Skilled Nursing & Rehab 303-688-3174
Sloans Lake Rehab Center 720-508-7304
South Valley Post Acute Rehab303-757-7438
St. Andrew's Village Skilled Rehab & Long-term Care Ctr 303-214-2646
Suites Parker, The 720-851-3300
The Heights Post Acute303-761-0260
Veterans Community Living Center at Fitzsimons 720-857-6400
Vi at Highlands Ranch888-958-8416
Villa Manor Care Center 303-986-4511
Vista
Western Hills Health Care Ctr303-232-6881
Westwood Post Acute303-922-1169
Wind Crest 800-714-7265
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– 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
– 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.
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.
HOUSING (PH) –Affordable apartments for low-
income families, the elderly and persons with disabilities.
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. Occupational therapy services in this setting are generally reimbursed by Medicare Part A for short-term, 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.
– Assisted living homes are private residential homes that typically have a small number of residents who live together and receive care from livein 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.
– Otherwise known as a short-term 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.
Housing designed specifically for mature adults. Typically Studio, 1 BR or 2 BR rental apartments with 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.
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
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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This question is being asked more and more these days. Families are faced with a crisis when they are dealing with a loved one who can no longer care for themselves. Many lack the training, time, resources or living space to do an effective job.
Often an event occurs (the patient has a fall or a major decline or the caregiver is unable to continue) and it is time for help. People wrestling with a placement decision involving Memory Care (dementia or memory loss) are learning that there are two main choices: A large Assisted Living Facility or a Small Residential Care Home.
Smaller residential care facilities are having success in the long-term memory care field. Since the days of Covid, the differential between these 2 choices has become more magnified. Many caregivers have left the Healthcare Industry, reports of up to 25% of the available pool of candidates is gone. The care model that is provided in the larger facilities is a much higher resident to staff ratio, often 13 to 1. Additionally, many of the staff at larger facilities are from a temporary agency brought in for the day to help due to an employee shortage.
The residential care home provides an environment that allows for care to be totally different than living in a large care facility. Starting out with a home-like setting with regular rooms and furnishings and
often feels like a home they may have lived in before. An outdoor space with a walking area and gardens with flowers is available where the residents can enjoy the outdoors.
The small group of people become like family, a much lower care ratio (often 4-8 to 1) during the day with two caregivers helping (trained experienced employees with a history with the company) and interacting with all the activities and duties of the day. Home cooked meals are prepared right there in the kitchen with the aromas helping stimulate their appetites. There is beautiful music playing. It can be a wonderful happy place that can relieve anxiety, improve quality of life and give family members the chance to relinquish the caregiver roles and be family again! ~
Editor’s Note: This article was submitted by Russ Udelhofen Administrator of Jaxpointe Assisted Living Memory Care Homes in Arvada, Wheat Ridge, Lakewood and Golden. Phone: 303420-5590 or Email: info@jaxpointe. com. See ad on pages 162-163.
