In observance of the Presidents Day holiday, all Douglas County Government offices will be closed Monday, Feb. 17, 2025. Offices will reopen on Tuesday, Feb. 18, for normal business. Many County services are available 24/7 by visiting online services.
Interested in receiving monthly emails containing information for older adults on educational opportunities, upcoming events, resources, and many other topics? The Seniors’ Council of Douglas County has a First Friday Update that is emailed out to a distribution list on the first Friday of each month. Check out the latest Update from February 7, 2025.
Presenter: Kelly O’Connor, Vice President of Strategic Partnerships and Growth for the Society of Certified Senior Advisors (CSA) and Editor of the CSA Journal
Location: Douglas County Libraries in Parker, Event Hall A, 20105 E. Mainstreet, Parker, CO 80138
Time: Meetings are from 10:00 to 11:30 a.m. and contain a brief welcome and information of upcoming events, speaker presentation, followed by community conversation.
Description: Humans are living longer than ever before and so the longevity industry has emerged and is growing. Based on her work with nearly 2,000 older adults and their families, Kelly, an award winner in the industry, has suggestions and action steps to help older adults live successfully for the long term.
For additional meeting topics and locations, please use the “2025 Meetings” dropdown menu below.
The Seniors’ Council of Douglas County has initiated research into the availability of medical care for older adults. Upon reviewing the summary report of “The Complexities of Physician Supply and Demand: Projections From 2021 to 2036” commissioned by the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC), we learned there is a growing concern across the nation regarding a doctor shortage and the impact on our health care. Therefore, we feel that it’s important to hear about your experiences and to provide an opportunity for you to weigh in on this important issue to determine the need for advocacy in this area.
Seniors’ Council meetings are held the first Thursday of each month from 10 to 11:30 a.m. in various locations throughout the county. All meetings are free and open to the public.
Meeting format:
10 a.m. – Announcements
10:15 a.m. – Presentation
11:15 a.m. – Community Conversation
April 3 – Welcome to the New Highlands Ranch Senior Center
Presenter: Jill Hall, Highlands Ranch Senior Center
Location: Highlands Ranch Senior Center, 200 E. Highlands Ranch Pkwy., Highlands Ranch, CO 80126
Description: Meet staff at the Highlands Ranch Senior Center, tour the new facility and learn about what this new center has to offer older adults.
May 1 – Protect Yourself from Scams and Fraud
Presenter: Mark Fetterhoff, AARP
Location: Philip and Jerry Miller Library, Event Hall, 100 S. Wilcox St., Castle Rock, CO 80104
Description: Learn about some of the latest scams targeting older adults and how to recognize and protect yourself from fraud.
The Seniors’ Council is planning another Vintage & Vibrant event this year at the new Highlands Ranch Senior Center. Save September 17 on your calendar for this informative and resourceful, day-long event.
The Seniors’ Council promotes Living Well/Aging Well™ in Douglas County, Colorado. To contact the Seniors’ Council of Douglas County, or for any questions related to older adult services, please email [email protected] or call 303-663-7681.
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