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Our Programs and Services

At Aging Services we both provide and fund programs and services for older adults and caregiving families.

Programs and Services We Provide

Caregiving and Respite Services

303-678-6116
ecooper@bouldercounty.org - Caregiving Services
mjlonganecker@bouldercounty.org - Respite Services

We offer information, education, and support to family members and friends who provide full - or part-time care for older adults.

Our respite services provide substitute care for frail elders so caregivers can take a needed break.

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Elder Rights Program

Free and confidential services advocating for the rights of older adults in Boulder County.

LGBT Older Adults

BCASD offers services for LGBT older adults and caregivers. We co-host a monthly support group and hold educational events and social gatherings.

Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program

The Long-Term Care Ombudsman program advocates for the rights of residents of care facilities such as nursing homes and personal care boarding homes (or assisted living facilities).

Medicare Ombudsman Program

The Medicare Ombudsman program offers a wide variety of Medicare assistance to Boulder County residents.

Nutrition Services

Boulder County Aging Services Nutrition Program offers information on meals, food sources, education, nutritional assessments, and nutrition counseling for people 60 years of age and older.

Project HOPE

Project HOPE is a joint program of BCASD, Boulder County Housing Authority, and Aging Services Foundation of Boulder County. It offers rental assistance, care coordination, and supportive services to frail older adults.

Wellness Programs

In conjunction with nutrition services, BCASD Wellness Programs collaborate with and support local, state, and national activities that encourage older adults and caregivers to maintain optimum health and wellness.

Programs and Services We Fund

Boulder County Legal Services

Erika Martinez
303-449-2197

Boulder County Legal Services (BCLS) provides legal services to low-income residents and senior clients who have civil legal problems.

Complete Home Health Care

Judy Ruzicka
303-441-5272

Complete Home Health Care is a certified home health care agency whose services include: skilled nursing care; speech, physical, & occupational therapy; homemaking & personal care.

For more information call 303-441-5272.

Homestead Adult Day Program

Judy Mayer, Program Director
303-772-9152

The Homestead is an adult day program supervised by professionals and trained volunteers. In a comfortable setting, members can socialize, enjoy entertainment, and participate in planned activities and outings.

For more information call 303-772-9152.

Special Transit

Steve Blacksher
303-447-2848

Special Transit is a private, not-for-profit organization that provides wheelchair-accessible, door-to-door transportation for people who cannot use other modes of private or public transportation. Unlike RTD, Special Transit does not go to the same places at the same times each day. Riders call us to schedule each of the rides they need.

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