30th Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act
One of the United States’ most significant pieces of civil rights legislation was signed into…
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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…
Safety for Seniors with Dementia
As people age, many start exhibiting signs of dementia. This could begin as small changes…
Genetic Testing Scams Targeting Seniors
The Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA) is warning of a new type of scam…
Senior Health Insurance and Medicare
Navigating the many options for health insurance can be challenging, and if you’re getting close…
Protecting Colorado’s At-Risk Adults
The Colorado Adult Protective Services (APS) Program is a state program that can intervene on…
Protect Your Investments
Whether you are just getting started in the world of investing, or are looking to…
New Senior Financial Fraud Hotline
Senior citizens are frequently targeted as victims of financial fraud. So to help curb this…
Assisted Living
Did you know that September 13-19 is National Assisted Living Week? The State of Colorado…
Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness Month
June has been designated as Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month. Alzheimer’s and related dementias affect…
Lifelong Learning
Did you know that Colorado senior citizens can audit classes, tuition-free, at many of Colorado’s…
Hunger and the Elderly
An article in this month’s State Legislatures magazine cites a study that says the number…
Understanding Property Taxation in Colorado
The Colorado Department of Local Affairs’ Division of Property Taxation publishes a series of brochures…
Hospice Care
Did you know that November is National Hospice Palliative Care Month? If you are searching for hospice…
Resources for Seniors
May is Older Americans Month, and is also the month we celebrate Memorial Day. Many…
Avoid Rip-Offs and Scams
A story in today’s Denver Post brings attention to a growing trend: scams and rip-offs…
Update on State Parks Passes
Last week I described some of Colorado’s summer recreation opportunities, including Colorado State Parks. Well,…
Senior Citizens
The Colorado state government homepage, www.colorado.gov, includes a webpage with helpful information for senior citizens,…