Oct 09 2017
If you are a senior in Colorado, or provide assistance to one or more, we want to hear from you. The need is urgent. By the year 2030, nearly one in every five residents will be 65 or over. The state must be prepared to meet the challenges that come with serving an aging population. …
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Jun 27 2017
Jefferson County 2017 Senior Heroes ceremony was a great success! They celebrated the efforts of area seniors who volunteer to make their communities a better place to live. The event was held in May, at Mountain Vista Senior Living Community. Seniors recognized this year: • Norma Brown, age 93, 16 hours a month for 9 …
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May 01 2017
First, it was just a dream. Now self-driving cars are on the edge of transforming transportation where the winners will seize a worldwide market expected to reach $77 billion by 2035. A recent Navigant Research study ranked the top 18 contenders in the autonomous vehicle industry, giving automaker Ford the lead, followed by GM and the Renault-Nissan …
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Feb 14 2017
By John Zabawa, President & CEO of Seniors’ Resource Center Colorado residents age 60 and older are a growing proportion of the population, while the costs associated with aging are rising. The Denver Regional Council of Governments (DRCOG) projects that one-fourth of the state’s population will be age 60 or older by 2040. At the …
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Nov 29 2016
Social connections are an important component in preventing chronic or life-limiting health problems. Spending time enjoying the right leisure activities helps protect cognitive skills. There are many challenges for seniors to maintain their social connection: lack of transportation; limited mobility and loved ones living at a distance. These challenges can be difficult to overcome for …
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May 24 2016
The Retired & Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) hosted another day to benefit homeless veterans by providing a safe environment to renew their spirits, health and sense of well-being. Veteran guests were served a hot meal, and were given access to services such as: haircuts, dental care and health care screenings, and bike repairs. In addition, …
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