Southern Colorado Spring 2023-2024

found anywhere else at the same price, but what I like most of all is the great friends I have made here. I feel as I have one great family. Please come and say hi! Trust me, you’ll be happy here.” -D.Y. Feb. 2022

DEAR SENIORS, PROFESSIONALS, AND FRIENDS OF THE SENIORS BLUE BOOK:

Welcome to the 2023-2024 Spring Southern Colorado Seniors Blue Book!

My name is Courtney Ergenbright, and I am honored to join the Seniors Blue Book team and help to continue the over 40-year legacy of providing our readers with accurate information to aid you in the aging process as well as help to maintain overall wellness. As in years past, we have worked vigilantly to provide the most up to date and correct information, all at your fingertips. With over 50 categories of community resources such as Medicare, Medicaid, and Respite Care, we are also pleased to include a complete listing of all home health and housing options. Our comparison grids, highlighting our partners, makes navigating the comprehensive list of information very user friendly.

You can readily find resources based on our color-coded tabs. The blue section is for community resources, you will find home health in the purple section, and the green section contains our list of housing resources. Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with the various sections and explore away!

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Sincerely Yours,

Courtney Ergenbright Regional Director

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Getting Started Is Easy

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

OTERO COUNTY Arkansas Valley Regional Med Center

1100 Carson Ave, La Junta 81050

719-384-5412

PUEBLO COUNTY Parkview Medical Center

400 W 16th St, Pueblo 81003

719-584-4000

St. Mary-Corwin Hospital

1008 Minnequa Ave, Pueblo 81004

719-557-5656

HOUSING PLACEMENT & RESOURCE SPECIALIST

Senior Living Decisions (ad on page 85)

719-629-9224

LEGAL SERVICES

Bent/Crowley/Otero

16th Judicial District Attorney 323 Santa Fe Ave, Ste 201,La Junta 81050

719-384-8786

Colorado Bar Association

1900 Grant St, Ste 900, Denver 80203

800-332-6736

Colorado Legal Services – 1000 W 6th St Ste I, Pueblo 81003

719-545-6708 – 1604 H St, Salida 81201

719-539-4251

COUNTY Mount San Rafael Hospital

410 Benedicta Ave, Trinidad 81082

719-846-9213

Disability Law Colorado 800-288-1376

District Attorney Office – Pueblo County 701 Court St, Pueblo 81003

719-583-6030

East Central Council of Govts

128 Colorado Ave, Stratton 80836

719-348-5562

Huerfano-Las Animas Counties District Attorney 200 E 1st St, Ste 302, Trinidad 81082

719-846-9224

Lower Arkansas Valley AAA

13 W 3rd St, Rm 110, La Junta 81050

719-383-3166

Public Defenders Office

132 W B St, Ste 200, Pueblo 81003

719-546-0004

Pueblo

COUNTY

Buena Vista Central Library

131 Linderman Ave, Buena Vista 81211 719-395-8700

COMMUNITY RESOURCES AND SERVICES

Salida Public Library

405 E St, Salida 81201 719-539-4826

CROWLEY COUNTY Ordway Town Library 1007 Main St, Ordway 81063 719-267-3823

CUSTER COUNTY

West Custer County Library 209 Main St, Westcliffe 81252 719-783-9138

FREMONT COUNTY

Cañon City Public Library 516 Macon Ave, Cañon City 81212 719-269-9020

John C Fremont Library 130 Church Ave, Florence 81226 719-784-4649

Penrose Community Library 35 7th Ave, Penrose 81240 719-372-6017

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...

HUERFANO COUNTY

Spanish Peaks Library District 415 Walsen Ave, Walsenburg 81089 719-738-2774

LAS ANIMAS COUNTY Aguilar Public Library 146 W Main St, Aguilar 81020 719-941-4426

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

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

COMMUNITY RESOURCES AND SERVICES

HEALTH AT HOME

HOUSING OPTIONS

SENIOR HOUSING 3

First you should familiarize yourself with the many options available and determine which one is best for your needs. You will find definitions of each type of housing throughout each section. Then turn to our easy to read comparison grids. The grids are divided into 4 categories, depending on the type of community: Independent Living and Retirement, Assisted Living, Memory Care 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.

SeniorsBlueBook.com

n Enhanced Search Option

n Activity Calendars

n Ask an Expert

n Articles Library

n E-flip version of printed book

n Look for the and find out more information online.

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COMMUNITY RESOURCES AND SERVICES

ADULT DAY PROGRAMS

Adult Day Programs are for seniors who need a place to stay during daytime hours because they have difficulty functioning alone (e.g. dementia, physical limitations). Please check our Assisted Living grids on pages 76-77 for facilities that may offer this service.

Valley to Valley

348 G St, Salida 81201

719-539-4396

ADVANCE CARE PLANNING

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

Advance Care Planning

Engagement

12631 E 17th Ave, Aurora 80045

303-724-3141

ADVOCACY FOR SENIORS / PATIENTS

CARIE Line – Elderly Advocates

800-356-3606

Catholic Charities

719-544-4233

Colorado Center of Aging

PO Box 102622, Denver 80250

303-832-4535

Colorado Culture Change Coalition

303 S Broadway, Ste 200-184, Denver 80209

303-868-4311

Colorado Gerontological Society

1129 Pennsylvania St, Denver 80203

303-333-3482

National Council on Aging (NCOA)

251 18th St S, Ste 500, Arlington, VA 22202

571-527-3900

The American Geriatrics Society –Health in Aging Foundation

800-563-4916

AGING IN PLACE

Accessible Systems

(ad on page 22)

719-387-0675

ALZHEIMER’S RESEARCH

Alzheimer’s Association –Colorado Chapter

(ad on page 43)

www.alz.org/co

800-272-3900

Alzheimer’s Disease

Education & Referral Center

800-438-4380

ANNUITY SPECIALISTS

AIS Medicare & More

(ad on pages 31, 39)

–2615 Main Ave #207, Durango 81301

970-615-1551

–117 W 3rd St, La Junta 81050

719-363-1502

–3559 Baltimore Ave, Pueblo 81008

719-404-3202

Connecting Older Adults & Services Through Partnerships

Who is PAAA?

The Pueblo Area Agency on Aging is established under Pueblo County Department of Human Services. PAAA’s mission is to provide a coordinated, comprehensive service delivery system that assists older citizens in maintaining independence, health and personal well-being.

PAAA is funded under the Older Americans Act and contracts with various agencies in Pueblo to provide services to the community. Services by SRDA, First Light Home Care, Colorado Legal Services and Center Toward Self Reliance are possible from funding provided by the Pueblo Area Agency on Aging. The partnerships between PAAA and other agencies provide options and assistance to older adults within Pueblo County.

Material Aid Services

PAAA Vooucher (Payer of last resort) (Pueblo County Residence)

– Dental Voucher

– Denture Voucher

– Eyeglass Voucher

– Hearing Aid Voucher

AQUATIC CLASSES & THERAPY

Durango Recreation Center 2700 N Main Ave, Durango, 81301 970-375-7321

Salida Hot Springs Aquatic Center 410 W Rainbow Blvd, Salida 81201 719-539-6738

Trinidad Community Center 1309 Beshoar Ave, Trinidad 81082 719-846-4454

YMCA Pueblo

3200 E Spaulding Ave, Pueblo 81008 719-543-5151

AREA AGENCIES ON AGING (AAA)

Eldercare Locator Nationwide 800-677-1116

Locates any Area Agency on Aging (AAA) Nationwide

East Central Council of Govts 128 Colorado Ave, Stratton 80836 719-348-5562

Serving Cheyenne, Elbert, Kit Carson, Lincoln Counties

South Central Council of Govts 300 Bonaventure Ave, Trinidad 81082 719-845-1133

Serving Huerfano, Las Animas Counties

Lower Arkansas Valley AAA 13 W 3rd St, Rm 110, La Junta 81050 719-383-3166

Serving Baca, Bent, Crowley, Kiowa, Otero, Prowers Counties

Pueblo AAA (ad on page 8)

320 W 10th St, Pueblo 81003

719-583-6120

Serving Pueblo County

San Juan Basin AAA 970-264-0501

– PO Box 3412, Durango 81301

– 451 Hotsprings Blvd, Pagosa Springs 81147

Serving Archuleta, Dolores, La Plata, Montezuma, and San Juan counties

South-Central Colorado Seniors, Inc

1116 3rd St, Alamosa 81101 719-589-4511

Serving Alamosa, Conejos, Costilla, Mineral, Rio Grande, Saguache Counties

Upper Arkansas AAA

139 E 3rd St, Salida 81201 719-539-3341

Serving Chaffee, Custer, Fremont, Lake Counties

BATH SAFETY

Accessible Systems

(ad on page 22)

719-387-0675

CARE MANAGEMENT / SOCIAL SERVICES

Care management and social service agencies provide assistance and guidance in coordinating long-term care, in-home care, or other services, based on needs.

STATE

Colorado Dept of Human Services

800-536-5298

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CARE MANAGEMENT / SOCIAL

SERVICES continued from page 9

COUNTY Dept of Human Services

– Chaffee

448 E 1st St, Rm 166, Salida 81201 719-539-6627

– La Junta

13th W 3rd St, Rm 110, La Junta 81050 719-383-3166

– La Plata

10 Burnett Ct, Durango 81301 970-382-6150

– Las Animas

138 6th St, Las Animas 81054 719-456-2620

– Pueblo Pueblo 81003 719-583-6160

– Walsenburg

121 W 6th St, Walsenburg 81089 719-738-2810 x31

– Westcliffe

205 S 6th St, Westcliffe 81252 719-783-2371

Fremont Cnty Dept of Human Svcs 172 Justice Center Rd, Cañon City 81212 719-275-2318

East Central Council of Govts

128 Colorado Ave, Stratton 80836 719-348-5562

Las Animas Dept of Social Svcs

204 S Chestnut St, Trinidad 81082 719-846-2276 x7130

Lower Arkansas` Valley AAA

13 W 3rd St, Rm 110, La Junta 81050 719-383-3166

Pueblo AAA

320 W 10th St, Pueblo 81003 719-583-6120

Upper Arkansas AAA 139 E 3rd St, Salida 81201 719-539-3341

CONSUMER AFFAIRS – LEGAL

Better Business Bureau

(ad on pages 10-11) 121 W City Center Dr #205, Pueblo 81003 719-542-1605

Civil Rights Office 800-368-1019

Colorado Dept of Regulatory Agencies (DORA) 1560 Broadway, Ste 110, Denver 80202 303-894-7855

Do Not Call Registry 888-382-1222

US Consumer Product Safety Commission Hotline 800-638-2772

US Food & Drug Administration Info 888-463-6332

CONTINUING EDUCATION

Pueblo Community College

– Fremont Campus

51320 W Hwy 50, Cañon City 81212 719-296-6100

The Fremont Campus offers a “Mini College” during Spring Break. The class topics, presented by community volunteers, range from finance and senior

federal and state legislation to history, cooking, travel, and emergency preparedness. Costs are per class or entire week. Cyber classes are also presented each semester. Times and cost vary. For more information call 719-296-6100.

Road Scholar

800-454-5768

A not-for-profit organization that provides educational travel tours primarily geared to older adults

COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENTS

Bent County Public Health

701 Park Ave, Las Animas 81054

719-456-0517

Chaffee County Public Health

448 E 1st, Ste 137, Salida 81201

719-539-2802

Custer County Public Health

10 Hermit Ln, Ste 5, Silvercliff 81252 719-783-3369

Fremont County Public Health & Environment

201 N 6th St, Cañon City 81212 719-276-7450

Huerfano County Health Dept

119 E 5th St, Walensburg 81089 719-738-2650

Las Animas County Health Dept

412 Benedicta Ave, Trinidad 81082 719-846-2213

Otero County Dept of Health

13 W 3rd St, Rm 111, La Junta 81050 719-383-3040

Pueblo City County Health Dept

101 W 9th St, Pueblo 81003 719-583-4300

San Juan Basin Public Health

281 Sawyer Dr #300, Durango 81302 970-247-5702

DENTAL RESOURCES

Colorado Dental Association

8301 E Prentice Ave, Ste 400, Greenwood Village 80111 303-740-6900

Dental Lifeline Network

303-534-5360

Donated Dental Services

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

Grand Avenue Dental & Health Center

2320 N Grand Ave, Pueblo 81003 719-400-2320

Pueblo Community Health Center

2030 Lake Ave, Pueblo 81004 719-564-4823

South Central Council of Govts

300 S Bonaventure Ave, Trinidad 81082 719-845-1133 x225

Upper Arkansas

Area Agency on Aging

139 E 3rd St, Salida 81201

719-539-3341

Valley-Wide Health System

719-589-3658

DEPT OF LABOR –CARD BENEFITS

Energy Workers Medical Services (ad on page 23)

800-999-5450

DRIVER’S LICENSE OFFICES & TRAINING

AARP Driver Safety Program

800-350-7025

Driver License Offices

– Alamosa

702 Del Sol Dr, Alamosa 81101 719-589-4274

– Cañon City

127 Justice Ctr Rd, Ste K, Cañon City 81212 719-275-5617

– Durango

329 S Camino Del Rio A, Durango 81303 970-247-4591

– La Junta

13 W 3rd St, Ste 101, La Junta 81050 719-384-2801

– Pueblo

827 W 4th St, Pueblo 81003 719-543-5164

– Salida

448 E 1st St, Salida 81201 303-205-5694

– Trinidad

200 W 1st St, Trinidad 81082

719-846-3314

ELDER ABUSE PREVENTION

NATIONAL

ABA Commission on Law & Aging

202-662-8690

Elder Locator

800-677-1116

National Domestic Violence Hotline

800-799-7233

Ombudsman for the Institutionalized Elderly

877-582-6995

STATE

Colorado Bar Association

303-860-1115

Disability Law Colorado

455 Sherman St, Ste 130, Denver 80203

303-722-0300

LOCAL

Durango Adult Protective Services

10 Burnett Ct, Durango 81301

970-382-6150

Fremont & Custer County Family Crisis Services –Confidential Help Line

719-275-2429

Lower Arkansas Valley Area Agency on Aging

13 W 3rd St, Rm 110, La Junta 81050

719-383-3166

Serving Bent, Crowley, Otero Counties

Pueblo Area Agency on Aging

320 W 10th St, Pueblo 81003

719-583-6120

Serving Pueblo County

Pueblo Cnty Adult Protective Svcs

719-583-6853

Pueblo Ombudsman

230 N Union, Pueblo 81003

719-583-6123

Advocates for Residents of Nursing Homes & AL Facilities

South Central Council of Governments

300 S Bonaventure Ave, Trinidad 81082

719-845-1133 x225

Upper Arkansas

Area Agency on Aging

139 E 3rd St, Salida 81201

719-539-3341

Serving Custer and Fremont Counties

EMERGENCY DEPARTMENTS

Animas Surgical Hospital

575 Rivergate Ln, Durango 81301 970-247-3537

Heart of the Rockies

Regional Medical Center 1000 Rush Dr, Salida 81201

719-530-2200

Mercy Regional Medical Center

1010 Three Springs Blvd, Durango 81301

970-247-4311

Parkview – Pueblo West

Emergency Dept

899 E Industrial Blvd, Pueblo West 81007

719-288-2100

Parkview Medical Center – Level II Trauma

400 W 16th St, Pueblo 81003 719-584-4400

St. Mary-Corwin Hospital

1008 Minnequa Ave, Pueblo 81004 800-228-4039

St. Thomas More Hospital

1338 Phay Ave, Cañon City 81212 719-285-2000

EMERGENCY RESPONSE SYSTEMS

Argus Home Care –

Lifesaver Systems

(ad on page 17)

– 821 Desert Flower Blvd, Pueblo 81001 719-543-2634

– 120 N 9th St, Cañon City 81212 719-275-1101

Ark-Valley Home Care

(ad on page 56)

421 W 3rd St, La Junta 81050 719-383-0450

Commstar – SkyLink

MedAlarms (ad on page 16)

– Pueblo, 719-404-4114

– Cañon City, 719-285-4456

– La Junta, 719-928-8928

– Lamar, 719-931-8722

– Salida, 719-530-7175

SRDA Lifeline

(ad on page 17)

230 N Union Ave, Pueblo 81003

719-545-1212

Is there two-way voice in the pendant?

Does it have GPS tracking?

Is fall detection included?

Are there free mobile apps for caregivers?

Does

Does

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

FirstLight Home Care

(ad on page 53)

719-569-7685

Senior Community Service Employment Program – SCSEP

Durango

970-385-3995

Senior Employment Program

517 W 5th St, Ste 106, Pueblo 81003

719-535-9012

Vocational Rehab Program

720 N Main, Ste 320, Pueblo 81003

719-544-1406

ENERGY & WEATHERIZATION RESOURCES

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

Colorado Energy Office

1600 Broadway Ste 1960, Denver 80202

303-866-2100

Housing Solutions for the Southwest

295 Girard St, Durango 81303

970-259-1086

Pueblo County

Weatherization Dept

719-583-6315

FINAL EXPENSE INSURANCE

AIS Medicare & More

(ad on page 31)

–2615 Main Ave #207, Durango 81301

970-615-1551

–117 W 3rd St, La Junta 81050

719-363-1502

–3559 Baltimore Ave, Pueblo 81008

719-404-3202

FINANCIAL & FOOD ASSISTANCE STATE

Hunger Free Colorado –

HOTLINE (ad on page 20)

1355 S Colorado Blvd, C-201, Denver 80222 855-855-4626 / 720-382-2920

Everyday Eats – formerly SNAP 1575 Sherman St, 3rd Fl, Denver 80203 303-866-5106 / 888-467-0418

ALAMOSA, HUERFANO, FREMONT & OTERO COUNTIES

Center Toward Self Reliance

– 407 State Ave, Alamosa 81101 719-289-0789

– 105 N 10th St, Cañon City 81212 719-251-5002

Florence Senior Community Ctr 100 Railroad St, Florence 81226 719-784-6493

Fremont County Human Svcs 172 Justice Center Rd, Cañon City 81212 719-275-2318

Golden Age Center (GAC)

– Cañon City Sr Center Nutrition 728 Main St, Cañon City 81212 719-345-3064

Meals on Wheels

– 1336 Bauer Ln, Cañon City 81212 719-275-8548

– 100 Railroad St, Florence 81226 719-784-6493

Otero County Housing Authority (Rental Assistance)

315 E 5th St, La Junta 81050

719-384-9055

Pantry of Fremont

(Tue 4-6p, Fri 9-11a)

312 S 9th S, Ste 3, Cañon City 81212

719-458-9252

Senior Nutrition / Congregate Meals

– 100 Railroad St, Florence 81212

719-784-6493

– 405 Broadway, Penrose 81240

719-372-3872

South Central Council of Govts

300 S Bonaventure Ave, Trinidad 81082

719-845-1133

Care and Share food boxes in Trinidad on the fourth Tuesday of each month at the Las Animas County Fairgrounds.

Upper Arkansas Area – USAACOG

3224 Independence Rd, St A, Cañon City 81212

719-275-4979

Walsenburg Housing Authority

220 Russell St, Walsenburg 81089

719-738-2720

LA PLATA COUNTY

Durango Food Bank

194-C Bodo Dr, Durango 81303

970-375-2672

Manna Soup Kitchen

1100 Avenida del Sol, Durango 81301

970-385-5095

Meals on Wheels – La Plata

County Senior Services

2424 Main Ave, Durango 81301

970-382-6441

PUEBLO COUNTY

AARP Tax Aide

888-227-7669

Catholic Charities (utilities, rent – by appt only)

429 W 10th #101, Pueblo 81003

719-544-4233

Center Toward Self Reliance

901 W 8th St, Pueblo 81003

719-546-1271

Community Soup Kitchen

422 W 7th, Pueblo 81003

719-545-6540

Commodity Surplus Food (Housing & Human Services)

2631 E 4th St, Pueblo 81001

719-583-6199

Dept of Social Services (Food Stamps)

320 W 10th St, Pueblo 81003

719-583-6160

LEAP Energy Program

866-432-8435

NeighborWorks of Southern CO

1241 E Routt Ave, Pueblo 81004

719-544-8078

Nutrition on Wheels – NOW

326 W 8th St, Pueblo 81003

719-543-7484

Provides meals for homebound residents in Pueblo County

Pueblo City Housing Authority

1414 N Santa Fe Av, 10th Fl, Pueblo 81003

719-544-6230

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NEED HELP BUYING GROCERIES?

• Receive one-on-one assistance with applying for SNAP (food stamps)

• Referrals to food pantries, free meals, and nutrition programs

Food Resource Hotline

STATEWIDE,

855-855-4626

FINANCIAL & FOOD ASSISTANCE

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Pueblo Cooperative Care Center

326 W 8th St, Pueblo 81003

719-543-7484

Salvation Army

401 S Prairie Ave, Pueblo 81003

719-543-3656

Senior Rehab Emergency Home Repair Program

2631 E 4th St, Pueblo 81001

719-583-6320

SRDA – Senior Resource Development Agency

(ad on page 41)

230 N Union Ave, Pueblo 81003

– The HELP Program

719-545-8900

– ADRC 211 719-583-6611

– Senior Nutrition Program & Meals on Wheels

719-543-0100

Weatherization Program

(Housing & Human Services)

2631 E 4th St, Pueblo 81001

719-583-6110

FINANCIAL SERVICES

Beneficent: LTC Funding

Education & Options

(ad on page 32)

665 Southpoint Ct, Ste 100, Colorado Springs 80906 719-645-8350

GUARDIANSHIP / CONSERVATORS

ARC of Pueblo 2705 Vinewood Ln, Pueblo 81005 719-545-5845

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

Guardianship Alliance of Colorado 801 Yosemite St, Denver 80230 303-691-9339

HEALTH CLINICS

Valley-Wide Health System 719-589-3658

Alamosa

– Valley-Wide Alamosa Family Medical Center 1710 First St, Alamosa 81101 719-589-3658

– Valley-Wide Convenient Care Community Clinic

1131 Main St, Alamosa 81101

719-589-2562

– Valley-Wide Heart & Eagle Mobile Clinic

106 Blanca Av, Ste 300, Alamosa 81101

719-589-3658

Antonito

– Valley-Wide Guadalupe Health Center

10th St and Dahlia, Antonito 81120

719-376-5426

Cañon City

– Valley-Wide Cañon City

121 N 6th St, Cañon City 81212

719-275-2301

Center – Valley-Wide Cesar E Chavez Family Medical Center

186 Hurt St, Center 81125

719-754-2778

La Junta

– Valley-Wide La Junta Clinic

1012 Belmont Ave, La Junta 81050

719-383-5500

Las Animas

– Valley-Wide Las Animas Clinic

245 Vine Ave, Las Animas 81054

719-456-2653

Moffat

– Valley-Wide Moffat Family Health Center

545 Moffat Wy, Moffat 81143

719-256-4025

Monte Vista

– Valley-Wide Edward M. Kennedy Health Clinic

925 2nd Ave, Monte Vista 81144

719-852-2512

Rocky Ford

– Valley-Wide Rocky Ford Clinic

903 S 12th St, Rocky Ford 81067

719-254-7623

San Luis

– Valley-Wide San Luis Health Ctr

233 Main St, Ste B, San Luis 81152

719-672-3352

HEALTH

INSURANCE

INFORMATION

& COUNSELING

AIS Medicare & More

(ad on pages 31, 39)

–2615 Main Ave #207, Durango 81301

970-615-1551

–117 W 3rd St, La Junta 81050

719-363-1502

–3559 Baltimore Ave, Pueblo 81008

719-404-3202

HEARING RESOURCES

NATIONAL & REGIONAL

American Speech-LanguageHearing Association

800-638-8255

Colorado Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing –Colorado Communications Technology Program

1575 Sherman St, Denver 80203

303-866-2097

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Free Captioned Telephones for the Deaf or Hard of Hearing

(www.hearinglosssupport.com)

720-481-7188

Hear Now

800-648-4327

National Institute on Deafness

800-241-1044

Relay Colorado (TTY)

333 Inverness Dr S, Englewood 80112 800-676-9777 / 800-676-4290 Español

South Central Council of Governments

300 S Bonaventure Ave, Trinidad 81082 719-845-1133

LOCAL

Colorado Vocational Rehab Svcs for the Deaf

720 N Main St, Ste 320, Pueblo 81003 719-544-1406

HOME IMPROVEMENT & MODIFICATION

Accessible Systems

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719-387-0675

HOMEMAKER / HOUSEKEEPING

SRDA – The HELP

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230 N Union Ave, Pueblo 81003 719-545-8900

A program of the SRDA offering light housekeeping or companion care on a sliding fee scale.

HOME MEDICAL EQUIPMENT & SUPPLIES

Energy Workers Medical Services

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140 N 100 E, American Fork, UT 800-999-5450

HOSPICE

Hospices provide individuals facing terminal illness with clinical and psycho/ social care at home or in a healthcare facility. Most hospices accept Medicare/

DO YOU HAVE THIS CARD?

Medicaid and private pay. For a list of providers, see our hospice grid on pages 66-67.

National Hospice & Palliative Care Organization Helpline

800-658-8898

HOSPITALS

ALAMOSA COUNTY

San Luis Valley Health (SLV) 106 Blanca Ave, Alamosa 81101 719-589-2511

CHAFFEE COUNTY

Heart of the Rockies

Regional Medical Center 1000 Rush Dr, Salida 81201 719-530-2200

FREMONT COUNTY

St. Thomas More Hospital 1338 Phay Ave, Cañon City 81212 719-285-2000

HUERFANO COUNTY

Spanish Peaks Regional Health Center 23500 US Hwy 160, Walsenburg 81089 719-738-5100

LA PLATA COUNTY

Animas Surgical Hospital 575 Rivergate Ln, Durango 81301 970-247-3537

Mercy Regional Medical Center 1010 Three Springs Blvd, Durango 81301 970-247-4311

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HOSPITALS continued

LAS ANIMAS COUNTY

Mount San Rafael Hospital

410 Benedicta Ave, Trinidad 81082

719-846-9213

OTERO COUNTY

Arkansas Valley Regional Med Center

1100 Carson Ave, La Junta 81050

719-384-5412

PUEBLO COUNTY

Parkview Medical Center

400 W 16th St, Pueblo 81003

719-584-4000

St. Mary-Corwin Hospital

1008 Minnequa Ave, Pueblo 81004

800-228-4039

LEGAL SERVICES

Bent/Crowley/Otero

16th Judicial District Attorney

323 Santa Fe Ave, Ste 201,La Junta 81050

719-384-8786

Colorado Bar Association

1290 Broadway, Ste 1700, Denver 80203 800-332-6736

Colorado Legal Services

– 1000 W 6th St Ste I, Pueblo 81003

719-545-6708

– 1604 H St, Salida 81201 719-539-4251

Disability Law Colorado

800-288-1376

District Attorney Office – Pueblo County

701 Court St, Pueblo 81003

719-583-6030

East Central Council of Govts

128 Colorado Ave, Stratton 80836 719-348-5562

Huerfano-Las Animas Counties

District Attorney 200 E 1st St, Ste 302, Trinidad 81082 719-846-9224

Lower Arkansas Valley AAA 13 W 3rd St, Rm 110, La Junta 81050 719-383-3166

Public Defenders Office 132 W B St, Ste 200, Pueblo 81003 719-546-0004

Pueblo AAA

320 W 10th St, Pueblo 81003 719-583-6120

South-Central Colorado Seniors, Inc 1116 3rd St, Alamosa 81101 719-589-4511

South Central Council of Governments

300 S Bonaventure Ave, Trinidad 81082 719-845-1133

Southwest Bar Volunteer Legal Service 835 E 2nd Ave #300, Durango 81301 970-247-0266

Upper Arkansas AAA 139 E 3rd St, Salida 81201 719-539-3341

LIBRARIES

ALAMOSA COUNTY

Alamosa Public Library

300 Hunt Ave, Alamosa 81101

719-589-6592

CHAFFEE COUNTY

Buena Vista Central Library

131 Linderman Ave, Buena Vista 81211

719-395-8700

Salida Public Library

405 E St, Salida 81201

719-539-4826

CROWLEY COUNTY

Ordway Town Library

1007 Main St, Ordway 81063

719-267-3823

CUSTER COUNTY

West Custer County Library

209 Main St, Westcliffe 81252

719-783-9138

FREMONT COUNTY

Cañon City Public Library

516 Macon Ave, Cañon City 81212

719-269-9020

John C Fremont Library

130 Church Ave, Florence 81226

719-784-4649

Penrose Community Library

35 7th Ave, Penrose 81240 719-372-6017

HUERFANO COUNTY

Spanish Peaks Library District

415 Walsen Ave, Walsenburg 81089

719-738-2774

LA PLATA COUNTY

Durango Public Library

1900 E 3rd Ave, Durango 81301

970-375-3380

Ft. Lewis Mesa Library

11274 CS Hwy 140, Hesperus 81326

970-588-3331

Ignacio Community Library

470 Goddard Ave, Ignacio 81137

970-563-9287

Pine River Library

395 Bayfield Center Dr, Bayfield 81122

970-884-2222

Sunnyside Library

75 CR 218, Durango 81303

970-375-3816

LAS ANIMAS COUNTY

Aguilar Public Library

146 W Main St, Aguilar 81020

719-941-4426

Trinidad Carnegie Public Library

202 N Animas St, Trinidad 81082

719-846-6841

OTERO COUNTY

Fowler Public Library

411 6th St, Fowler 81039

719-263-4472

Rocky Ford City Library

400 S 10th St, Rocky Ford 81067

719-254-6641

Woodruff Memorial Library

522 Colorado Ave, La Junta 81050

719-384-4612

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PUEBLO COUNTY

Barkman Library

1300 Jerry Murphy Rd, Pueblo 81001

719-562-5600

Greenhorn Valley Library

4801 Cibola Dr, Colorado City 81019

719-562-5600

Lamb Branch Library

2525 S Pueblo Blvd, Pueblo 81005 719-562-5600

Main Library 100 E Abriendo Ave, Pueblo 81004 719-562-5600

Patrick A Lucero Library

1315 E 7th St, Pueblo 81001

719-562-5600

Pueblo West Library

298 S Joe Martinez Blvd, Pueblo West 81007 719-562-5660

Tom L & Anna Marie

Giodone Library

24655 US-50 BUS, Pueblo 81006

719-562-5660

LONG-TERM CARE PLANNING

AAA Medicaid Consulting

(ad on page 27)

1255 Lake Plaza Dr, Ste 155, Colorado Springs 80906

719-459-2519

AIS Medicare & More

(ad on pages 31, 39)

–2615 Main Ave #207, Durango 81301 970-615-1551

–117 W 3rd St, La Junta 81050

719-363-1502

–3559 Baltimore Ave, Pueblo 81008

719-404-3202

Beneficent: LTC Funding Education & Options

(ad on page 32)

665 Southpoint Ct, Ste 100, Colorado Springs 80906

719-645-8350

MEDICAID & MEDICARE INFORMATION

AAA Medicaid Consulting

(ad on page 27)

1255 Lake Plaza Dr, Ste 155, Colorado Springs 80906

719-459-2519

Beneficent: LTC Funding Education & Options

(ad on page 32)

665 Southpoint Ct, Ste 100, Colorado Springs 80906

719-645-8350

Colorado Division of Insurance

800-930-3745

Humana MarketPoint

(ad on page 32)

719-532-7700

Integrated Community Health Partners

855-959-7340

Medicare Helpline

800-633-4227

Medicare/Medicaid Fraud Hotline

800-447-8477

Medicare Social Security Office

800-633-4227

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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. See ad below.

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

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

Medicare Part A Hospital Insurance

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

$1,600 deductible (per benefit period)

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

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

Providers are paid by Medicare assignment.

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

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

Medicare Part B Medical Insurance

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

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

80/20 after deductible.

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

Most doctors accept Medicare.

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

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

Supplemental Policy Plans A - N Medigap

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

Guarantee Issue at initial enrollment (Other special enrollment periods may be avalable)

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

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

Can provide benefits outside USA

Plans are available through insurance companies.

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

Must have Part A & B to enroll.

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

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

Medicare 2023 “In A Nutshell”

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

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

Advantage Plans

Part C

INSTEAD of a Medigap Plan (A-N)

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

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

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

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

Preventive care is covered 100%.

Plans have an annual out-of pocket maximum.

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

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

Must have Part A & B to enroll.

Medicare Part D Drug Program

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

Plans are generally a variation of the following: Deductible (Phase I)

$0–$505 deductible

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

Coverage Gap / Doughnut Hole (Phase III)

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

Catastrophic Coverage (Phase IV)

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

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

Annual Election Period is Oct 15–Dec 7 each year

Must have Part A or B to enroll.

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

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

How to Reduce the Number of Medicare Robo Calls

Many Medicare-eligible people report getting a high number of Medicare calls. Robocalls now make up 50% of all calls placed in the United States!

Unfortunately, many of these calls are scams designed to obtain personal information, sales calls from telemarketers hired for lead generation, or agents trying to sell seniors a different plan.

There are a lot of ways you can help reduce these calls.

The first thing to do is add your telephone number to the Do Not Call Registry. To do so, call (888) 382-1222. Be sure to call from the telephone number you want to add to the list. Make sure to register your landline and cell phone number.

You can also install call blocking apps on your cell phone or VOIP phone lines. Many new cell phones have built in spam and robo call protection.

Next, if you receive calls misleading or fraudulent calls or calls about Medicare Advantage or Prescription Drug plans and you did not initiate the call, you can report it to Medicare. Call 1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227). TTY

users can call 1-877-486-2048. The most impactful thing you can do is to stop making calling seniors profitable by not participating. Do not give out personal information and do not make plan changes by phone unless you chose to call that business directly. If seniors push back and refuse to purchase plans sold by telemarketers, the calls will begin to go away. Remember how powerful the 65+ demographic is. Right now, 11,000 people a day are turning 65 and there are already 56 million age 65+ seniors in the United States today. You have the power to demand respectful and ethical marketing for seniors.

There are legitimate, face to face, local agents that would happily meet you at their office or your home to help you make plan changes. Most importantly you can easily locate that agent should something with your plan change not be correct. For more information go to www.aismedicareandmore.com ~

Editor’s Note: This article was submitted by Jolynn Allen, President of AIS Medicare & More. She may be reached at 719-404-3202. See ad on page 31.

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

303-267-9000 (TTY: 711)

Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Beneficent: LTC Funding

Education & Options

(ad on page 32)

665 Southpoint Ct, Ste 100, Colorado Springs 80906

719-645-8350

MEDICARE ADVANTAGE PLANS

AIS Medicare & More

(ad on pages 31, 39)

–2615 Main Ave #207, Durango 81301 970-615-1551

–117 W 3rd St, La Junta 81050

719-363-1502

–3559 Baltimore Ave, Pueblo 81008

719-404-3202

Humana MarketPoint

(ad on page 32)

719-532-7700

MEDICARE ADVISOR

AIS Medicare & More

(ad on pages 31, 39)

2615 Main Ave #207, Durango 81301

970-615-1551

–117 W 3rd St, La Junta 81050

719-363-1502

–3559 Baltimore Ave, Pueblo 81008

719-404-3202

Humana MarketPoint

(ad on page 32)

719-532-7700

MEDICATION MANAGEMENT

Commstar – SkyLink

MedAlarms (ad on page 16)

– Pueblo, 719-404-4114

– Cañon City, 719-285-4456

– La Junta, 719-928-8928

– Lamar, 719-931-8722

– Salida, 719-530-7175

MENTAL

HEALTH & COUNSELING

American Psychological Association

800-374-2721

Colorado Crisis Services (coloradocrisisservices.org)

844-493-8255

Colorado Mental Health Institute

1600 W 24th St, Pueblo 81003

719-546-4000

Mental Health America

800-969-6642

National Suicide Prevention

800-SUICIDE

– Hotline 800-273-TALK

SolVista Health

– 28374 CR 317, Buena Vista 81211

719-539-6502

– 3225 Independence Rd, Cañon City 81212

719-275-2351

– 701 9th St, Cañon City 81212

719-275-2351

– 111 Vesta Rd, Salida 81201

719-539-6502

– 511 W Main St, Westcliffe 81252

719-783-0566

Spark the Change Colorado

635 W Corona Ave, Ste 214, Pueblo 81004

719-821-2982

MORTGAGE LENDER

AAA Medicaid Consulting

(ad on page 27)

1255 Lake Plaza Dr, Ste 155, Colorado Springs 80906

719-459-2519

Fairway Mortgage –Bill Niehus (ad on page 38)

719-650-2620

PALLIATIVE CARE

Colorado Palliative & Hospice

Care (ad on page 70)

Serving Pueblo and surrounding areas

719-419-5595

Sangre de Cristo Community

Care (ad on page 68 and Back Cover)

1920 Valley Dr, Pueblo 81008

719-542-0032

PHYSICAL THERAPY

Elite Therapy & Wellness

Center (ad on page 34)

3715 Thatcher Ave, Ste B, Pueblo 81005

719-470-2281

PRESCRIPTION ASSISTANCE & DISCOUNTS

Fremont County Public Health & Environment

201 N 6th St, Cañon City 81212

719-276-7450

Fremont Cnty Dept of Human Svcs 172 Justice Center Rd, Cañon City 81212 719-275-2318

Pueblo City – County Health Dept

101 W 9th St, Pueblo 81003

719-583-4300

Pueblo County Social Services

320 W 10th St, Pueblo 81003

719-583-6160

DISCOUNTS

AARP Prescription Discount Program

877-422-7718

National Council on Aging –Benefits CheckUp (BenefitsCheckUp.org)

Rx Benefits

800-377-1614

Elite Therapy & Wellness Center, Inc.

Physical and Occupational Therapy Clinic without the wait! Come check us out!

3715 Thatcher Ave. Ste B; Pueblo, CO 81005

Office: (719) 470-2281 | Fax: (719) 301-7218

We accept Medicaid, Medicare, United, Humana & Pinnacol!

Medicare Prescription Drug Card

800-633-4227

Merck Patient Assistance Program

800-727-5400

Needy Meds

800-503-6897

Pfizer RX Pathways

866-706-2400

Pueblo County Prescription

Discount Card – Caremark

877-321-2652

RX Prescriptions Benefits

800-334-8134

RAMPS

Accessible Systems

(ad on page 22)

719-387-0675

REAL ESTATE SERVICES

AAA Medicaid Consulting

(ad on page 27)

1255 Lake Plaza Dr, Ste 155, Colorado Springs 80906

719-459-2519

Fairway Mortgage –Bill Niehus (ad on page 38)

719-650-2620

REHABILITATION FACILITIES

Two types of rehabilitation facilities; inpatient where you live at the facility for a specific amount of time and outpatient where you visit a facility for services. See list of inpatient rehabs on our skilled nursing grids on pages 82-83.

Center at Park West

(ad on Inside Back Cover)

3727 Parker Blvd, Pueblo 81008

719-585-3400

Columbine Manor Care Center (ad on page 86)

530 W 16th St, Salida 81201

719-539-9080

Life Care Center of Pueblo

(ad on page 86)

2118 Chalet Ln, Pueblo 81005

719-565-3600

San Luis Care Center (ad on page 86)

240 Craft Dr, Alamosa 81101

719-589-9081

Sharmar Village Senior Care Communities (ad on page 79)

1201 W Abriendo Ave, Pueblo 81004

719-544-1173

University Park Care Center (ad on page 86)

945 Desert Flower, Pueblo 81001

719-545-5321

REHABILITATION – OUTPATIENT

Elite Therapy & Wellness

Center (ad on page 34)

3715 Thatcher Ave, Ste B, Pueblo 81005

719-470-2281

REHABILITATION SERVICES

Elite Therapy & Wellness

Center (ad on page 34)

3715 Thatcher Ave, Ste B, Pueblo 81005

719-470-2281

Finding Your Home Away From Home

The lives of our family, and in particular our mother (Josephine Giarratano), have been touched and impacted by the health care industry and the people that tirelessly toil in this profession.

That being said, as we reflect on the experiences of the past two years, we would like to express our gratitude to The Center at Park West. My mother has had the opportunity to literally rehabilitate 6-7 times over the course of that time period. She considers this facility and the people that have worked with her a “home away from home”, and we agree.

The doctors, nurses, therapy staff, and support personnel individually and collectively have had a direct impact on returning my mother to a quality of life and living each time. We have been impressed by the genuine commitment to services, the day to day care, and the passion and professionalism that encompasses this care.

When our family, including my mother, began the process of investigating care/rehab facilities, our number one concern and priority was safety and quality of care, in order to facilitate and enhance my mother’s quality of life. TEAMWORK is extremely important to our family, and we can attest that the philosophy of the Center champions and embodies TEAMWORK. The environment is SAFE-EFFECTIVE-EFFICIENT and

has a number of care providers in multiple areas of the facility. Patient engagement and satisfaction foster a trust and the ability to speak freely and openly to staff (a BIG plus for us), education during the pandemic and access was unfailing, and empathy was paramount for both immediate family and friends.

Facility and Staff will be the biggest plus when doing your research. I empower those individuals and family members seeking a “home away from home” to reach out if you so choose and I will gladly address anything you may want to know or questions you may carry – I will leave my contact information with the facility.

Josephine’s comments from her stays:

“I was treated with care and respect by nurses, CNAs, Physical and Occupational Therapy members”, “enjoyed having my own room and that is was always clean”, helped me when I needed help”, “when I had appointments they took me to and from promptly“, “breakfast, lunch and dinner were healthy and served timely” and “OT and PT staff were wonderful, helped me get better and out of the hospital and home each time”. ~

Editor’s Note: This article was submitted by the staff at The Center at Park West. They may be reached at 719-585-3400. See ad on Inside Back Cover.

RENT ASSISTANCE

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

888-480-0066

RESOURCE INFORMATION

2-1-1 Help Center –Mile High United Way (unitedwaydenver.org/2-1-1/)

211

RESPITE CARE

Colorado Respite Coalition (CRC) –An Easterseals Colorado Program (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

Upper Arkansas Area Agency on Aging

139 E 3rd St, Salida 81201

719-539-3341

REVERSE MORTGAGE SERVICES

Fairway Mortgage –Bill Niehus

(ad on page 38)

719-650-2620

SENIOR ACTIVITIES & ENTERTAINMENT

AIS Medicare & More –

Senior Services Professionals

Resource Expo

(ad on pages 31, 39)

3559 Baltimore Ave, Pueblo 81008

719-404-3202

Colorado Commission on Aging

303-866-5288

Colorado Over 50

www.coloradoover50.com

Colorado Over 50 is your Information

Website for Finance & Retirement, Travel, Things to Do, Reminiscing, Healthy Recipes & Living, Senior Discount Deals and All Things Colorado.

Durango Cmnty Recreation Center

2700 Main St, Durango 81301

970-375-7300

Pueblo Nature & Raptor Center

5200 Nature Ctr Rd, Pueblo 81003

719-549-2414

On the banks of the Arkansas River, one mile west of Pueblo, CO, the NRCP offers a variety of recreational pursuits, opportunities for walking, biking and other non-motorized forms of travel. Our Deck is a popular spot for fishing along the Arkansas River and is wheelchair accessible. Also our wildlife rehab facility specializes in birds of prey. Each year more than 200 injured and orphaned birds of prey are admitted to the facility from throughout SE Colorado. www.natureandraptor.org.

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We Do Reverse Mortgage Loans! Contact

Get the Facts on Reverse Mortgage Loans

If you are 62 or better, a reverse mortgage loan could help you to enjoy the retirement you deserve, with less financial worries.

A reverse mortgage is a home-secured loan that allows homeowners 62+ to convert a portion of the equity in their home into cash and defer repayment until a later date.

property-related taxes, insurance, and general upkeep expenses.

n You can use the loan proceeds for just about anything, including supplementing retirement income and paying for in-home care or home renovations.

n You retain title and ownership of your house for so long as you meet the loan obligations.

n You (or your heirs) will never owe more than the home is worth when it’s time to repay the loan in full and the home is sold—thanks to it being a non-recourse loan. ~

Benefits of a Reverse Mortgage

n You are not required to make monthly mortgage payments for so long as you live in the home as your primary residence and pay the

Editor’s Note: This article was submitted by Bill Niehus, a Reverse Mortgage Planner at Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation. He can be reached at 719-650-2620. See ad above.

SENIOR ACTIVITIES & ENTERTAINMENT

continued from page 37

Road Scholar

800-454-5768

A not-for-profit organization that provides educational travel tours primarily geared to older adults.

Sangre de Cristo

Arts & Conference Center

210 N Santa Fe Ave, Pueblo 81003 719-295-7200

Seniors Outdoors

(seniorsoutdoors.org)

A club for active seniors in Durango –skiing, hiking, outdoor fun

SRDA Senior Resource (Development Agency

(ad on page 41)

230 N Union Ave, Pueblo 81003 719-545-8900

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

A Labyrinth of Long-Term Care Choices

Need information for an aging relative or yourself but don’t know where to start? The goal of the ADRC (Aging & Disability Resources for Colorado) program is to empower individuals to effectively navigate their health and other long-term support options through free, unbiased assistance.

Sometimes referred to as “one stop shops” or “no wrong door” systems, ADRCs address many of the frustrations consumers and their families experience when trying to find needed information, services, and supports. Through coordination of existing aging and disability service systems, ADRC programs raise visibility about the range of options that are available, provide objective information, advice, counseling and assistance. Empowering people to make informed decisions about their long term supports, and help people more easily access public and private services. The ADRC program is available to people age 60 and over and any age with a disability that have long-term care needs.

INFORMATION & ASSISTANCE

ADRC Specialists are very knowledgeable about available programs and services to meet your needs. You can receive information on:

n Caregiver support

n Medicaid / Medicare

n Employment

n Senior Center

n Housing assistance

n Social Security

n Legal assistance

n Transportation and more!

n Long-term care facilities

OPTIONS COUNSELING

Options counseling is a person-centered approach, helping individuals to gain an understanding of the benefits and limitations of long-term care support options. You can expect the following with your ADRC Options Counselor:

n Interview and assessment of needs

n Assistance in accessing services

n Explore individualized options and resources

n Action planning

n Decision support

n Follow up to assure service delivery and quality of care

ADRCs help cut through the confusing maze of funding sources, multiple intake systems, and eligibility processes. ADRCs provide help to people in all 64 counties in Colorado. For more information call: 1.844.COL.ADRC (1.844.265.2372) ~

Editor’s Note: This article was submitted by Tara Morrow, SRDA Deputy Director. For more information, contact the SRDA Active Adult Center at 719554-8900. See ad on page 41.

The mission of SRDA is to provide programs and projects that enhance the quality of life for the community of Southern Colorado. SRDA provides opportunities for intergenerational programs and develops the resources which enables seniors to live independently.

SENIOR CENTERS

Alamosa Senior Center

92 Colorado Ave, Alamosa 81101

719-589-3277

Bent County Senior Center

701 S Park Ave, Las Animas 81054

719-456-2147

Custer County Senior Center

612 Main St, Silvercliff 81252

719-783-9508

Durango-La Plata Senior Center 2424 Main Ave, Durango 81301 970-382-6445

Florence Community Center

100 Railroad, Florence 81226

719-784-6493

Golden Age Center (GAC)

– Cañon City Senior Center

728 Main St, Cañon City 81212

719-275-5177

H.R. Sayre Senior Center 1222 San Pedro Ave, Trinidad 81082 719-846-3336

Joseph H. Edwards

Older Active Adult Center –SRDA (ad on page 41) 230 N Union Ave, Pueblo 81003 719-545-8900

La Junta Senior Citizens Center 102 E 2nd St, La Junta 81050 719-384-5486

Lamar Resource & Senior Center 407 E Olive St, Lamar 81052 719-336-4072

Penrose Senior Center 405 Broadway, Penrose 81240 719-372-3872

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SRDA is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization and private donations are accepted through our website at www.srda.org

SENIOR CENTERS continued

Pine River Senior Center

111 W South St, Bayfield 81122

970-884-5415

Salida Senior Citizens Center

305 F St, Salida, 81201

719-539-3351

Walsenburg Senior Center

625 N Polk Ave, Walsenburg 81089

719-738-2205

SENIOR HEALTH CLINICS

Custer County Medical Center

704 Edwards Ave, Westcliffe 81252

719-783-2380

The Custer County Medical Ctr provides primary care to all ages, urgent care, lab services, physical therapy, optometry and behavioral health services.

Pueblo Community Health Center

– O’Rourke Dental Clinic

2030 Lake Ave, Pueblo 81004

719-564-4823

– Colorado Avenue Clinic

300 Colorado Ave, Pueblo 81004

719-543-8711

– Park Hill Clinic

1302 E 5th St, Pueblo 81004

719-543-8711

SENIOR ORGANIZATIONS & SERVICES

AARP – Colorado

866-554-5376

Aging and Adult Services

1575 Sherman St, 10th Fl, Denver 80203

303-866-2800

Alzheimer’s Association –Colorado Chapter (ad on page 43)

www.alz.org/co

800-272-3900

Center Toward Self Reliance

– 407 State Ave, Alamosa 81101

719-289-0789

– 105 N 10th St, Cañon City 81212

719-251-5002

– 901 W 8th St, Pueblo 81003

719-251-5002

An independent living center offering services, support networks, and advocacy to maintain independence at home

Colorado Assisted Living Association (www.colorado assistedlivingassociation.org)

303-529-6630

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 Commission on Aging (CCOA)

303-866-2800 / 303-866-5288

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

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Colorado Division of Insurance

1560 Broadway, Ste 850, Denver 80202

303-894-7499

Colorado Housing & Finance Authority (CHFA)

800-877-2432

CHFA promotes independent living in senior housing through its Supportive Services Program.

D.O.T.S – Directing Others To Services

Pueblo Fire Dept

1551 Bonforte Blvd, Pueblo 81001

719-568-0148

Eldercare Locator

800-677-1116

Hospice & Palliative Care Association of the Rockies

2851 S Parker Rd, Ste 1210, Aurora 80014

303-848-2521

La Plata Council on Aging

970-551-0582

Supports activities and services of 3 Senior Centers including scholarships

La Plata County Senior Services

2424 Main Ave , Durango 81301

970-382-6445

Enhances the quality of life for all adults age 60 years or older and helping them age with dignity and purpose. Through programs and services such as transportation, meals, chores, advocacy.

Long Term Care Ombudsman

230 N Union, Pueblo 81003

719-545-8900

Ombudsman advocate for the

specific rights of residents of long-term care facilities according to government regulations.

Pueblo Area Agency on Aging (AAA)

320 W 10th, Pueblo 81003

719-583-6120

Assists seniors in leading independent lives through local agencies that provide direct services of all kinds, including home care, transportation, financial assistance, etc.

Pueblo Step Up

1925 E Orman Ave, Pueblo 81004

719-557-5886

Sage Generation

719-530-1022

Provides resources so that seniors can thrive in the living situation of their choice. We welcome you to check out our flagship programs: Advanced Care Planning Project, Home Share Program, and Senior Living Campus

Senior Reach / Axis Health (seniorreach.org)

970-335-2217

Provides support for the well-being, independence, and dignity of older adults through community, education, mental health services and connection to local resources.

SRDA ADRC/211

(ad on page 41)

230 N Union Ave, Pueblo 81003

719-583-6611 or 211

(Serving SE Colorado) An information and referral network that links individuals with resource support and the appropriate agency or service, also has subsidized housing list.

SRDA Senior Resource Development Agency

(ad on page 41)

230 N Union Ave, Pueblo 81003

719-545-8900

A one-stop shop for 26 different programs and projects to enhance the quality of life and increase opportunities for independent living such as transportation, foster grandparent program, nutrition, family caregiver support programs and more.

United Way of Pueblo

310 E Abriendo Ave, Ste 300 Pueblo 81004

719-225-8580

Upper Arkansas Area Agency on Aging

– 3224 Independence Rd, Cañon City 81212

719-275-4979

– 139 E 3rd St, Salida 81201

719-539-3341

Help seniors locate agencies and opportunities in their communities to assist with rental expenses and home improvements.

SOCIAL SECURITY

Social Security

800-772-1213

– Alamosa

602 Del Sol Dr, 1-A, Alamosa 81101

888-475-0297

– Cañon City 115 N 10th St, Cañon City 81212 866-272-5728

– Durango

103 Sheppard Ave #120, Durango 81031

800-772-1213

– La Junta

1314 E 3rd St, La Junta 81050

888-221-0429

– Pueblo

3769 Parker Blvd, Pueblo 81008

888-737-1761

– Trinidad 111 Waverly Ave, Trinidad 81082

866-755-5009

Medicare Claims

800-633-4227

STAIR LIFTS

Accessible Systems

(ad on page 22)

719-387-0675

SUPPORT GROUPS & SERVICES

NATIONAL ORGANIZATIONS

Alzheimer’s Association

800-272-3900

American Bone Health

888-266-3015

American Cancer Society

800-227-2345

American Council of the Blind

800-424-8666

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’s Disease Association

800-223-2732

American Stroke Association

800-553-6321

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SUPPORT GROUPS & SERVICES continued

Arthritis Foundation

800-283-7800

Cancer Information Service

800-422-6237

Easter Seals

800-221-6827

Eldercare Locator Nationwide

800-677-1116

Huntington’s Disease Society of America

800-345-4372

Leukemia and Lymphoma Society

800-286-8159

Lupus Foundation of America

800-558-0121

Multiple Sclerosis Association

800-532-7667

National Council on Aging

800-424-9046

Caregiver Action Network

202-454-3970

National Kidney Foundation

800-622-9010

National Osteoporosis Foundation

800-231-4222

National Parkinson Foundation

800-327-4545

National Stroke Association

800-787-6537

United Ostomy Association of America

800-826-0826

REGIONAL ORGANIZATIONS

Alcoholics Anonymous

4035-A Club Manor Dr, Pueblo 81008 719-546-1173

ALS Association –Rocky Mountain Chapter 10855 Dover St, Ste 500 Westminster 80021 303-832-2322

Alzheimer’s Association –Colorado Chapter (ad on page 43)

www.alz.org/co

800-272-3900

American Cancer Society Cancer Resource Center

1 Mercado St #100, Durango 81301 970-403-0086

Center Toward Self Reliance

– 407 State Ave, Alamosa 81101 719-289-0789

– 105 N 10th St, Cañon City 81212 719-251-5002

– 901 W 8th St, Pueblo 81003 719-546-1271

Dorcy Cancer Center 2004 Lake Ave, Pueblo 81004 719-557-5525

La Plata County Senior Services 2424 Main Ave , Durango 81301 970-382-6445

Multiple Sclerosis Alliance of Southern Colorado

7011 Campus D, Colorado Springs 80920 719-633-4603

Multiple Sclerosis Society –Southern Colorado

7011 Campus Dr, Colorado Sprgs 80920

719-633-4603

Parkinson’s Support Group

Pueblo YMCA Campus Community Room, 3200 E Spaulding Ave, Pueblo 81008

719-584-4677

2nd Tues of month 11:15am-12:15pm

Parkview Hospital Support Groups

719-584-7319

Sangre de Cristo Community Care – Grief Support

(ad on page 68 and Back Cover)

1920 Valley Dr, Pueblo 81008

719-542-0032

SRDA – Senior Resource Development Agency

(ad on page 41)

230 N Union Ave, Pueblo 81003

719-545-8900

Stroke Survivor Support Group

400 W 16th St, Pueblo 81008

719-584-4995

3rd Wed of month 1pm - 2pm

TRANSPORTATION

CAÑON CITY

Fremont County Cab

806 W 5th St Florence 81226

719-784-2222

Freemont Transit

728 Main St, Cañon City 81212

719-276-5200

Golden Gate Manor

Transportation – Medicaid

719-544-3231

The Chaffee Shuttle

719-530-8980

Upper Arkansas Area USAACOG

3224 Independence Rd, Ste A, Cañon City 81212

719-275-4979

DURANGO

La Plata County Senior Services

2424 Main Ave , Durango 81301

970-382-6445

PUEBLO Medical Transportation –Dept of Social Services

201 W 8th St, Pueblo 81003

719-583-6924

Pueblo Transit/Citi-Lift

350 Alan Hamel Ave, Pueblo 81003

719-553-2725

SRDA Senior Transportation

(ad on page 41)

230 N Union Ave, Pueblo 81003

719-543-9983

SALIDA

Chaffee Shuttle

719-530-8980

TRINIDAD

Huerfano / Las Animas

Area Agency on Aging

300 S Bonaventure Ave, Trinidad 81082

719-845-1133 x201

WESTCLIFFE

Wet Mountain Valley

Rotary Van Service

719-783-2343

UTILITY ASSISTANCE

Heat Help

866-432-8435

VETERAN SERVICES

Beneficent: LTC Funding

Education & Options

(ad on page 32)

665 Southpoint Ct, Ste 100, Colorado Springs 80906

719-645-8350

NATIONAL

Debt Management AL

800-827-0648

Education Benefits

888-442-4551

Health Eligibility Center

800-929-8387

Insurance Center

800-669-8477

Tri-Care for Life Prescription Services

877-363-1303

VA Benefits

800-827-1000

CAÑON CITY, FLORENCE, PENROSE, & SALIDA

Chaffee County Veterans Services

448 E 1st St, Salida 81201

719-539-3803

Fremont County Veterans Services

615 Macon Ave, Rm LL8, Cañon City 81212

719-276-7400

Salida VA Clinic

920 Rush Rd, Salida 81201

719-539-8666

DURANGO

VA Durango Clinic

1970 E 3rd Ave, Durango 81301

970-247-2214

– Appointments

970-382-6150

PUEBLO

Veterans Administration Clinic

4776 Eagleridge Cir, Pueblo 81008

719-553-1000

Veterans Services Office

2631 E 4th St, Pueblo 81001

719-583-6113

VISION RESOURCES

NATIONAL & REGIONAL

American Council of the Blind

800-424-8666

American Foundation for the Blind

212-502-7600

Audio Information Network 1700 55th St, Ste A, Boulder 80301

303-786-7777

Choice Magazine Listening

888-724-6423

Colorado Talking Book Library

800-685-2136

Eye Care America

800-222-3937

Foundation Fighting Blindness

800-683-5555

Lighthouse International

800-829-0500

North American Resource Line for Braille

800-272-4553

Prevent Blindness America

800-221-3004

Vision Council of America

703-548-4560

CAÑON CITY

Aid to the Blind

(Fremont County Human Svcs)

172 Justice Center Rd, Cañon City 81212

719-275-2318

National Federation of the Blind (NFB)

410-659-9314

Upper Arkansas Area –USAACOG

3224 Independence Rd, St A, Cañon City 81212

719-275-4979

PUEBLO

Center Toward Self Reliance

901 W 8th St, Pueblo 81003

719-546-1271

Colorado Vocational Rehab Services for the Blind

720 N Main St, Ste 320, Pueblo 81003

719-544-1406

SALIDA

Chaffee County Veterans Services

448 E 1st St, Salida 81201

719-539-3803

TRINIDAD

South Central Council of Govts

300 S Bonaventure Ave, Trinidad 81082

719-845-1133

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

Alzheimer’s Association

(ad on page 43)

800-272-3900

AmeriCorps –National Service Hotline

800-942-2677

Boys & Girls Clubs of Pueblo County

635 W Corona Ave Ste 201

Pueblo 81004

719-564-0055 Ext 112

Locations and opportunities vary; one time to long term, office work to tutoring. May be able to assist with transportation.

CenterCare Hospice

(ad on pages 70)

4718 N Elizabeth St, Ste A, Pueblo 81008

719-544-5891

Sangre de Cristo

Community Care

(ad on page 68 and Back Cover)

1920 Valley Dr, Pueblo 81008

719-542-0032

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VOLUNTEER

OPPORTUNITIES continued

SRDA – Foster Grandparent Program (ad on page 41)

230 N Union Ave, Pueblo 81003 719-545-8900

St. Mary-Corwin Medical Center 1008 Minnequa Ave, Pueblo 81004 719-557-5685

St. Thomas More Volunteer Svcs 1338 Phay Ave, Cañon City 81212 719-285-2104

United Way 211

WELLNESS & EXERCISE PROGRAMS

SRDA Senior Wellness Program (ad on page 41)

230 N Union Ave, Pueblo 81003 719-545-8900

YARD WORK

SRDA – The HELP Program (ad on page 41)

230 N Union Ave, Pueblo 81003 719-545-8900

Non Medical Home Care Definitions

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

ALZHEIMER’S/DEMENTIA CARE –

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

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

HOMEMAKER/COMPANION –

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

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

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

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

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

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

STATE REGISTRATION – The State of Colorado does not license homecare placement agencies. Placement agencies are registered with the state. Registration ensures that placement agencies are adhering

to certain minimum standards such as background checks for caregivers and insurance requirements for agencies and caregivers.

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

MEDICATION REMINDER –

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

TRANSPORTATION – Rides to shopping, appointments and other outings.

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

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Home Health Care Definitions

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

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

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

DIABETIC CARE – Refers to services including patient assessment specific diet information, management of the disease process, medication management and education on all

the above. Services are provided by Registered Nurse under the supervision of a M.D. Some agencies may have certified diabetic nurse instructors or cardiac care specialty RN’s.

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.

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

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

INTRAVENOUS THERAPY (IV) –Refers to any medical treatments/

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

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

NON-MEDICAL HOME CARE

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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 Wcounseling or administering of medications.

SOCIAL WORKER – A clinical social worker whose purpose in health care is to enhance, promote, maintain, and restore the best possible social

abilities of the patient or family. Services provided may be preventive, developmental, or remedial in nature.

THERAPY SERVICES

(ST, PT, OT, RT) –

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

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

Occupational Therapy – Refers to services to assess and treat patients to improve their ability to perform tasks in their daily living and working environments. Patients may have mental, physical, developmental, or emotional disabilities.

Therapists also help them to develop, recover, or maintain daily living and work skills. Occupational therapists help clients not only to improve their basic motor functions and reasoning abilities, but also to compensate for permanent loss of function.

Respiratory Therapy – Refers to services for care of patients with deficiencies and abnormalities

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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 Care Definitions

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

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

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HEALTH

Hospice care exists to afford families the opportunity to spend their final moments surrounded by those closest to them, regardless of circumstances.

Sangre Provides Compassionate Care to Patients and Their Families

They transferred to Sangre because we have nurses and CNAs who provide care even during the holidays.

Focusing on quality and comfort when more conventional treatments become burdensome is equally hard. Hospice and Palliative care have shown to enhance the quality of life and help in maintaining the integrity of patients and their families in need of supportive or end-of-life services by offering them symptom management support, comfort, and compassion.

“You all are doing God’s work,” a patient recently told one of Sangre de Cristo Community Care’s chaplains when she stopped by to visit with him and his family.

He requested a chaplain after his wife’s health started to decline. The family was of strong faith, and the husband admitted he hadn’t been to church in a while because he had had a stroke and was unable to attend. Both he and his wife were ailing, lying in hospital beds next to each other. Their son, who also lived with them, had his own medical challenges.

It was the holidays, and the family was on services with a different company. They needed 24/7 care, circumstances beyond their control.

Many patients have come to an end-stage of their disease: they have chronic health problems that aren’t going to go away and will bring further deterioration to the body and or mind.

Hospice care focuses on all aspects of a patient’s life and well-being. Physical, social, emotional, and spiritual services are provided in developing a care plan tailored to the patients’ individual needs. Emotional and spiritual support is also offered to the patients’ loved ones as well, including grief support. ~

Editor’s Note: This article was submitted by Christine Ina Casillas, marketing communications manager for Sangre de Cristo Community Care, and may be reached at 719-542-0032 or by email at christine.casillas@sangre.org. See ad on Back Cover.

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Hospice Care Definitions

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

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they love. When your loved one passes, you may go through a period of bereavement and experience grief. Many provide Grief Groups that meet and address issues of grief in a supportive group setting.

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

IN-PATIENT CARE – These hospices offer full hospice services in their on-campus unit or building. The patient moves into the in-

patient care facility to receive their hospice services rather than in the patients’ home setting.

LICENSED MASSAGE THERAPY –

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

MUSIC THERAPY – Music Therapy

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

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

PALLIATIVE CARE – Specialized medical care for people with serious illness. It is focused on providing patients with relief from the symptoms, pain and stress of a serious

illness – whatever the prognosis. It is appropriate at any age and at any stage in a serious illness and can be provided along with curative treatment.

PCP-OVERSIGHT – Can the hospice patient retain their own primary care physician in addition to the hospice medical director? All hospice organizations require a medical director, a physician to oversee their care. Many times the hospice medical director will work in conjunction with the patient’s own physician. The patient, family and hospice team can determine which physicians will oversee the care and certify the hospice eligibility criteria.

PET THERAPY – There’s nothing like a visit from a four-legged creature to brighten the day of a terminally ill patient. Pet therapy teams visit with patients wherever they reside – at home or in professional care settings. Studies have shown many benefits of pet companionship, ranging from reduced blood pressure and anxiety to relief from boredom, pain and loneliness. This service is not reimbursed by Medicare.

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

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ACTIVE ADULT COMMUNITIES

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

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

ALZHEIMER’S / DEMENTIA ASSISTED LIVING COMMUNITY –

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

ASSISTED LIVING COMMUNITY

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

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

DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING & URBAN DEVELOPMENT -

(HUD) helps apartment owners offer reduced rents to low-income tenants.

INDEPENDENT HOUSING –

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

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

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

receive periodic assessments from a licensed practitioner.

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

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

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.

RESIDENTIAL HOME – Assisted

PRICE DEPENDENT ON

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

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

REHABILITATION AND THERAPY –

Many skilled nursing facilities offer restorative and rehabilitative physical and occupational therapy, and speech-language pathology services. 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.

living homes are private residential homes that typically have a small number of residents who live together and receive care from live-in caretakers. Adult family homes offer room and board for seniors who want a more private, home-like community. Assistance with activities of daily living such as bathing and dressing are provided. Amenities and nursing services vary greatly between homes. Ask about their services when you tour. They are also referred to as personal board and care homes. Most accept private pay; Medicaid in some instances.

RESPITE CARE / SHORT-TERM

STAY – 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.

RETIREMENT COMMUNITY –

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

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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. Rates are monthly, and are typically based on size/ location of apartment.

SECURED UNIT – A 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.

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

SKILLED NURSING FACILITY –

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

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ADDITIONAL ASSISTED LIVING COMMUNITIES

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

Cañon Lodge Care Center | Cañon City | 719-275-4106

Columbine Manor Care Center | Salida | 719-539-6112

Evergreen Nursing Home | Alamosa | 719-589-4951

Life Care Center of Pueblo | Pueblo | 719-564-2000

San Luis Care Center | Alamosa | 719-589-9081

University Park Care Center | Pueblo | 719-545-5321

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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

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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. ~

VENTILATOR - Moves breatheable air into and out of the lungs, to provide the mechanism of breathing

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for a patient who is physically unable to breathe, or is breathing insufficiently.

WANDERGUARD - Offered at some facilities. A resident with memory loss or confusion wears a small

discrete pendant. Each external door in the care home is fitted with a radio detector which detects when a pendant moves near an exit. The WanderGuard will sound an audible alarm, alerting the staff of a patient wandering.