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When seniors help seniors, everybody wins

Mar 03, 2026 09:48AM ● By Wendy Fairchild

A new home care option in Fountain and Pueblo pairs seniors with caregivers who share their hobbies. From Seahawks fans to travel lovers, see how "matchmaking" is changing local senior care.

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The hidden grief of caring for a spouse with dementia

Feb 05, 2026 02:24PM ● By By Laird Landon, PhD

A moving reflection on how dementia reshapes marriage, forcing spouses into caregiving roles and revealing the quiet grief, guilt, and compassion that come with loving someone through loss.

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Who is the best person to talk to about Medicare?

Oct 16, 2025 11:24AM ● By National Council on Aging

Medicare advisers help you make informed choices on coverage, from monthly costs to service providers, ensuring your health needs are met.

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5 things to check during Medicare open enrollment

Oct 16, 2025 07:26AM ● By National Council on Aging

Medicare’s Open Enrollment Period starts October 15 and goes through December 7 every year. Make sure your coverage still meets your needs with these 5 checks.

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Rocky Mountain PACE expands with Quail Lake center

Sep 22, 2025 01:43PM ● By Karin Hill

PACE opens its third Colorado Springs day center, helping seniors remain independent with care and activities.

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Porchlight friends combats senior isolation with personal companionship and support services

Aug 25, 2025 01:15PM ● By Lisa Lowdermilk

Porchlight Friends pairs trained companions with seniors in El Paso County, offering help with daily tasks and a vital connection to combat loneliness and promote independence.

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Dementia travel tips for Labor Day weekend: what every caregiver should know

Aug 25, 2025 11:49AM ● By Courtesy of the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America

Caregivers, get expert advice on how to make your Labor Day weekend trip stress-free when traveling with someone living with dementia. Simple steps for comfort, safety, and ease.

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How Silver Key serves 12,000 seniors in Colorado Springs each year

Jul 30, 2025 07:00PM ● By G. L. Yenne

Serving 12,000 seniors each year, Silver Key offers meals, rides, housing, companionship and more to help older adults thrive in the Pikes Peak Region.

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Don’t call me sweetie: How ‘elderspeak’ robs older adults of dignity

Jun 25, 2025 12:11PM ● By Laird Landon, PhD

Calling seniors “sweetie” may seem kind, but it’s often patronizing. Here's why elderspeak is more harmful than helpful—and how to address it.

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Smooth Sailing: Explore Solista’s vibrant senior lifestyle

Jun 23, 2025 10:51AM ● By Mittie Pedraza

Discover Solista Colorado Springs, a vibrant senior living community offering restaurant-style dining, daily activities and personalized care—all in a unique resort-style setting.

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New Rocky Mountain PACE Center opens to serve more seniors

May 08, 2025 09:47AM

Serving more seniors in El Paso County, RMPACE’s new Quail Lake center provides all-inclusive medical, social and in-home care services.

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When parents resist talking about the future

May 07, 2025 03:31PM ● By Laird Landon, PhD

Tips on how to open up trust and talk safely and respectfully with your parents about aging.

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