Colorado caretakers spend billions each year to support seniors, study shows

A recent study shows that Colorado caretakers individually spend an average of $7,400 in additional expenses, adding up to $3.7 billion in a year. A researcher and assistant professor from the University of Denver talked about potential ways to alleviate their financial strain.

KUSA - Colorado caregivers spent an average of $7,400 in 2015 to provide support to seniors who need additional, in-home care. 

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Colorado Communities Identify Needs for Aging Population

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Wade Buchanan Appointed as First Senior Advisor on Aging

Gov. John Hickenlooper’s appointment of Wade Buchanan as the state’s first Senior Advisor on Aging is a significant development in preparing the state for a dramatic demographic shift facing the state.

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Column by Katy Carpenter

I first heard Jim Riesberg, a representative of the Strategic Action Planning Group on Aging, speak at a Denver Senior Coalition meeting and I was blown away by the information he shared. I was also inspired to learn more.

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Strategic Action Planning Group on Aging regional meeting Wednesday

The Strategic Action Planning Group on Aging will hold a regional meeting on aging issues from 1 to 4 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 25, at Morgan Community College in Fort Morgan.

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Pueblo Chieftain
Article: October 19, 2017

BY ZACH HILLSTROM THE PUEBLO CHIEFTAIN 

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Article Date: September 27, 2017

Group applauds creation of position of Senior Advisor on Aging

The Strategic Action Planning Group on Aging applauds the announcement by Gov. John Hickenlooper and Lieutenant Governor Donna Lynne of a new position of Senior Advisor on Aging in the Governor’s Office.