With more hours of daylight and warmer temperatures on the horizon, the approaching spring and summer months can provide a number of opportunities to engage in outdoor recreation, making staying in shape fun and even social – at all ages.The importance of making exercise a part of a healthy lifestyle is not limited to any particular age group or skill level. In fact, according to the experts at InnovAge – a nonprofit organization that serves as the comprehensive resource for Colorado’s aging…See More

The InnovAge Foundation announced today that it has received a $100,000 Daniels Fund grant to support InnovAge Home Care’s community programs. InnovAge Home Care is an InnovAge program that provides private-pay (or fee-based) skilled and non-skilled in-home services as well as a variety of free community support services that are funded by generous donations and grants.“On behalf of the InnovAge Foundation and InnovAge Home Care, we are honored to accept this generous Daniels Fund grant,” said…See More

InnovAge – a nonprofit organization that serves as the comprehensive resource for Colorado’s aging population – is proud to announce its team’s recent completion of the Alzheimer’s Association Leaders in Dementia Care Certification Program. InnovAge is the largest organization in Colorado to carry this designation. “Currently more than half of the clients we serve at InnovAge have dementia,” said Lisa Price, M.D., lead medical director at InnovAge. “The Leaders in Dementia Care Certification…See More

While Valentine’s Day is traditionally associated with romantic love, it is not uncommon for many people to be reminded of other important relationships in their lives. For senior citizens, these personal connections can be especially significant. InnovAge – a nonprofit organization that serves as the comprehensive…See More

While many of us may prefer to stay indoors when the temperature drops, chances are that eventually, we will have reason to leave the house. Errands, family visits, doctors appointments and work are all occasions when we will need to face the bitter cold of winter.According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, falls are the leading cause of injuries and hospital admissions among adults 65 and older, and the risk of injury increases even further during the winter months. InnovAge –…See More

The InnovAge Foundation recently added Parrish Boren and Steve Travers, CRS to its Board of Directors. Boren is the president and shareholder of Marx/Okubo Associates, Inc., a national construction and development consulting firm, and Travers is a broker with the Kentwood Company. “On behalf of the InnovAge Foundation, I am proud to welcome Mr. Boren and Mr. Travers to our Board of Directors,” said Leslie Karotkin, executive director of the InnovAge Foundation. “Both of these men are…See More

No matter how we celebrate the holidays, it is not uncommon for the excitement of the season to result in higher than normal stress levels. According to the National Family Caregivers Association, there are more than 65 million family caregivers in the U.S. These family members, who are caregivers for their aging spouses or loved ones, are faced with an especially unique set of responsibilities, which can often be very stressful. InnovAge – a nonprofit organization that serves as the…See More

With the holiday season quickly approaching, many of us are making plans to celebrate with family and friends, including parents, grandparents and other loved ones who are getting older. According to InnovAge – a nonprofit organization that serves as the comprehensive resource for Colorado’s aging population – this quality time is also an ideal opportunity to take note of potential warning signs that aging family members may be in need of additional help and support.“During the year, our busy…See More

Joseph Farr, MBAInnovAge, a nonprofit organization that serves as the comprehensive resource for Colorado’s aging population, recently expanded its InnovAge Home Care program and is now providing services in Colorado Springs. “Expanding our services to Colorado Springs was a natural extension for InnovAge Home Care and allows us…See More

Insomnia can affect any age group and result from a number of reasons, but it is especially common among the elderly. Factors such as reduced mobility, social limitations, physical inactivity or illnesses are more common among the older population, and can lead to issues such as difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep, waking up early and daytime fatigue.InnovAge – a nonprofit organization that serves as the comprehensive resource for Colorado’s aging population – warns that an unhealthy…See More

This is an ideal time of year for vacations, family visits and travel. Whether you and your family like to travel in your RV, visit family across the country or enjoy the fun right in here in Colorado – InnovAge has some important travel tips we should all take into consideration as we make summer plans with older adults.Travel can be great for the mind, body and soul; however, it can also be especially challenging for seniors and for families who want to include an elderly person in their…See More

Colorado’s summer months offer a chance for us to get out and enjoy the weather from opening those windows to catch a breeze to gardening and going for walks. However you choose to spend your summer season, it is also important to remember to stay safe. According to InnovAge – a nonprofit organization that serves as the comprehensive resource for Colorado’s aging population – putting safety first is especially imperative for those of us who are getting older. “We want Colorado seniors to enjoy…See More

On Wednesday, July 25th, 2012, the Pueblo Chapter of the American GI Forum held a Veteran’s Ceremony co-hosted by InnovAge Greater Colorado PACE – Pueblo. The event honored Pueblo veterans – including 22 InnovAge participants – who have served our nation and our community. Held in conjunction with the 14th annual Colorado Cares Day – a statewide day of service in honor of Colorado’s statehood designed to help strengthen local communities through statewide service projects – the event also…See More

According to an AARP Public Policy Institute report released in March 2012, the cost of prescription drugs most widely used by senior citizens in America rose by nearly 26 percent from 2005 to 2009. For many seniors over the age of 50, who are now facing a yearly pharmacy bill that is almost twice the rate of inflation, these cost increases are a hard pill to swallow. As a solution designed to help seniors navigate the system and find opportunities to save money on prescription drugs, InnovAge…See More

WHAT:             Join us for the InnovAge Moonlight Classic presented by Kaiser Permanente as we celebrate the 20th anniversary of this memorable Denver bike ride. There’s something wild about cruising on your bike in the middle of the night. Imagine the exhilaration of pedaling through the deserted streets of Denver…See More