By Tia Sauceda, Seniors’ Resource Center ~ If you’re a family caregiver, you know that providing support for your loved one can feel like a full-time job. Finding a balance between caretaking and other responsibilities can be overwhelming, but with a Respite Provider, your loved one receives the care they need while giving you time […]

It is a very rare person who has never experienced pain. In fact, there do exist genetic disorders in which people cannot feel pain. Research shows that individuals afflicted with these pain-free conditions actually have a predictably shorter lifespan since they are much more prone to injury and less able to determine that they are […]

By Dave Ruchman, Co-Chair of Local Coordinating Council serving Jefferson County ~ Many of us drive alone in a vehicle when we want to go somewhere. But what if, one day, we wake up and can no longer drive? Most seniors understand there will come a day when we can no longer drive. When the […]

Award presentation to occur at Wings Over the Rockies’ Spreading Wings Gala Denver, CO – October 24, 2018 – Colorado non-profit Wings Over the Rockies (Wings) is pleased to announce Governor John Hickenlooper as the recipient of their 2018 Spreading Wings Award on Thursday, November 8th at 6:00 PM.

By Josh Weller Social Security Public Affairs Specialist in Denver, Colo. ~ Every year on Veterans Day, we honor the people who risk their lives to protect our freedom. Social Security honors veterans and active duty members of the military every day by giving them the respect they deserve. Social Security’s disability program is an […]

Active Minds Partner Events (Please see our sponsor information below on the right for more details) ● First, Do No Harm Dance Performance – October 25-28(Denver)  ● Breast Cancer Partner Support Group – October 25 (every 4th Thurs in Lone Tree)  ● Weight Loss Seminar – November 1 (monthly in Lone Tree)  ● Colonoscopy Saturday – November 3 (Lone Tree)  ● […]

By Herb White, CFP, MBA, AIF ~ A successful investor maximizes gain and minimizes loss. Though there can be no guarantee that any investment strategy will be successful and all investing involves risk, including the possible loss of principal, here are some basic principles that may help you invest more successfully.

Retirees Can Still Make a Difference: Volunteer with Adams/E. Arapahoe RSVP ~ Adams/E. Arapahoe Retired and Senior Volunteer Program at The Senior Hub, Inc. For volunteers age 55+ in Adams or east Arapahoe (Aurora, east Centennial, or I-70 to Deer Trail). Sponsors: Corp. for National and Community Svc., and Senior Hub. Studies say volunteers have […]

Active Minds Partner Events (Please see our sponsor information below on the right for more details) ● Breast Cancer Support Group – August 21 (Lone Tree)  ● Back & Neck Pain Seminar – August 21 (Aurora)  ● Lung Cancer Screening Seminar – August 22 (Englewood)  ● Hip Surgery Seminar – August 23 (Lone Tree)  ● Breast Cancer Partner Support Group – August 23 (every 4th […]

● Breast Cancer Partner Support Group – July 26 (every 4th Thurs of in Lone Tree)  ● Weight Loss Seminar – August 4 (monthly in Lone Tree)  ● Colonoscopy Saturday – August 4 (Lone Tree)  ● Diet, Cancer & Inflammation Workshop – August 6 (Lone Tree)  ● Neck Pain Seminar – August 14 (Lone Tree)  ● Stroke Survivors Support Group – August […]

You’ve Heard the Hype. Can It Help? In 1996, California became the first state in the nation to legalize marijuana for medical purposes. Since then, more than half the states have followed suit, while several others have moved one step further by legalizing marijuana for adult-use. With so many states deciding to opt out of […]

~ By Tamra K. Waltemath, P.C. ~ 1. My children know what I want to happen after my death so I do not need a will. 2. If I have a will my estate will not go through probate. 3. If you are married you don’t need a will because your spouse will inherit everything.