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Colorado Care Planning

It’s not something we like to think about, but it’s important: if you are seriously ill or injured and unable …

Colorado State Publications Blog

Amy Zimmer

August 29, 2021

Nutrition and Aging

This time of year, many people are making resolutions to become healthier. As we age, our nutrition needs change. According …

Colorado State Publications Blog

Amy Zimmer

August 28, 2021

30th Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act

One of the United States’ most significant pieces of civil rights legislation was signed into law thirty years ago this …

Colorado State Publications Blog

Amy Zimmer

April 3, 2025

Home Modifications for People with Disabilities and the Elderly

A recent addition to our library collection is the Colorado Division of Housing’s Home Modification Look Book. This publication provides …

Colorado State Publications Blog

Amy Zimmer

February 20, 2020

Safety for Seniors with Dementia

As people age, many start exhibiting signs of dementia. This could begin as small changes in memory and behaviors, eventually …

Colorado State Publications Blog

Amy Zimmer

April 3, 2025

Genetic Testing Scams Targeting Seniors

The Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA) is warning of a new type of scam that attempts to gain access …

Colorado State Publications Blog

Amy Zimmer

July 8, 2021

Senior Health Insurance and Medicare

Navigating the many options for health insurance can be challenging, and if you’re getting close to the age where you …

Colorado State Publications Blog

Amy Zimmer

June 21, 2019

Protecting Colorado’s At-Risk Adults

The Colorado Adult Protective Services (APS) Program is a state program that can intervene on behalf of at-risk adults “to …

Colorado State Publications Blog

Amy Zimmer

November 16, 2022

Protect Your Investments

Whether you are just getting started in the world of investing, or are looking to protect the investments you have, …

Colorado State Publications Blog

Amy Zimmer

October 17, 2022

New Senior Financial Fraud Hotline

Senior citizens are frequently targeted as victims of financial fraud.  So to help curb this worrisome trend, the Colorado Department …

Colorado State Publications Blog

Amy Zimmer

May 19, 2022

Assisted Living

Did you know that September 13-19 is National Assisted Living Week?  The State of Colorado has a number of resources …

Colorado State Publications Blog

Amy Zimmer

February 16, 2024

Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness Month

June has been designated as Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month.  Alzheimer’s and related dementias affect over 47 million people worldwide.  …

Colorado State Publications Blog

Amy Zimmer

July 2, 2020

Lifelong Learning

Did you know that Colorado senior citizens can audit classes, tuition-free, at many of Colorado’s state universities? These programs allow seniors …

Colorado State Publications Blog

Amy Zimmer

June 10, 2022

Hunger and the Elderly

An article in this month’s State Legislatures magazine cites a study that says the number of elderly who are going …

Colorado State Publications Blog

Amy Zimmer

January 13, 2023

Understanding Property Taxation in Colorado

The Colorado Department of Local Affairs’ Division of Property Taxation publishes a series of brochures about property taxation in Colorado.  …

Colorado State Publications Blog

Amy Zimmer

December 21, 2018

Hospice Care

Did you know that November is National Hospice Palliative Care Month?  If you are searching for hospice care for a loved one, …

Colorado State Publications Blog

Amy Zimmer

August 7, 2019

Resources for Seniors

May is Older Americans Month, and is also the month we celebrate Memorial Day. Many of our veterans are senior citizens. The …

Colorado State Publications Blog

Amy Zimmer

June 3, 2021

Avoid Rip-Offs and Scams

A story in today’s Denver Post brings attention to a growing trend: scams and rip-offs for home maintenance work, particularly …

Colorado State Publications Blog

Amy Zimmer

June 5, 2020

Update on State Parks Passes

Last week I described some of Colorado’s summer recreation opportunities, including Colorado State Parks. Well, yesterday, May 19, the Governor …

Colorado State Publications Blog

Amy Zimmer

August 20, 2019

Senior Citizens

The Colorado state government homepage, www.colorado.gov, includes a webpage with helpful information for senior citizens, including information on health, consumer …

Colorado State Publications Blog

Amy Zimmer

May 9, 2019

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