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Posting of events and other updates occur during the month. Karin Hall of Seniors Resource Guide sends eNewsletters and reminders about events for the three Denver Senior Coalitions. This email comes from Constant Contact and Karin Hall @ SeniorsResourceGuide.com. Contact Karin if you want to be added to the list.

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June 2017

June 2017
Denver Senior Coalitions has a New Logo Designed by Susan Clarke of Integral Design Group

“The Executive Board of the Denver Senior Coalitions made their decision for a logo for the Denver Senior Coalitions. The new logo reflects the goal to consolidate the Coalition Chapters so they operate as a single organizational entity under the name Denver Senior Coalitions …” – READ MORE
Learn more about Integral Design Group – CLICK HERE
Website: IntegralDesignGroup.com

June 2017 & Beyond

June 1, 2017 – Thursday – 8:45 Networking 9:00 – 11:00 a.m. Meeting
Seniors Council of Douglas County
Meeting at locations around Douglas County – See flyer for details
Location: Lone Tree Arts Center
Address: 10075 Commons St, Lone Tree, CO 80124
Presentation: Catholic Charities; A Local Resource for Everyone
Guest Speaker: Paul Narduzzo, Regional Director; Catholic Charities
The Seniors’ Council meets monthly at various locations throughout Douglas County. Meetings are normally held the first Thursday of each month from 9AM to 10:30AM. All meetings are open to the public. Please RSVP your attendance to dcseniorlife @ douglas.co.us.
View Event Flyer – CLICK HERE

June 1, 2017 – Thursday, 10:00AM – 11:00AM
Retirement Planning With a FHA Reverse Mortgage
Location: Malley Senior Center
Address: 3380 S. Lincoln Street, Englewood, CO
Learn about new updates, safeguards and protections for a government insured FHA HECM (Home Equity Conversion Mortgage), commonly known as a reverse mortgage. This can be an option for senior homeowners, age 62+ to eliminate mortgage payments. Gain information to increase financial security in retirement by converting a portion of home equity to cash or use towards the purchase of a new primary residence to “right size” for current and future needs. Q & A is an important part of this program. Presented by Anne L. Matchett, Reverse Mortgage Advisor, NMLS #1376047, Liberty Home Equity Solutions.
Event Location – Malley Senior Center – CLICK HERE

June 1, 2017 – 12:30PM – 3:00PM
Aging2.0 Local – Aging in Community and Senior Housing Brainstorming Forum
Location: Colorado Collaborative for Non-Profits – Aspen A & B Conference Rooms – First Floor
Address: 789 Sherman Street, Denver, CO
The Aging2.0 Denver Chapter and the City of Centennial (an Aging2.0 Alliance member) invite you to attend and participate in an ‘ideation’ (brainstorming) workshop focused on senior-related housing and Aging in Community. You will be introduced to a variety of problem statements and will participate in “ideation activities” which will result in solutions of ALL KINDS, ranging from ideas that might be viable, to totally out-of-the-box, wacky ideas!
We are capturing all ideas, suggestions, and thoughts which will serve as an initial bank of concepts to evaluate further. Lunch will be available. The event capacity is 40 participant maximum (if we get more than 40 attendees, we will host the second event in June or July). Please RSVP to karen.peffer.brown@gmail.com
Learn More – CLICK HERE

June 3, 2017 – Saturday
Senior Law Day Jefferson County
Location: Mile Hi Church
Address: 9077 W Alameda Ave, Lakewood, CO 80226
Attend or be a sponsor at Senior Law Day Jefferson County on June 3, 2017 from 8AM to 2PM. There are 18 Workshop Topics. This educational seminar provides information for older adults and their families. The registration cost is $10 per person and includes continental Breakfast and lunch. Each attendee receives the Colorado Senior Law Handbook.
View Event Flyer – CLICK HERE

June 3, 2017 – Saturday
Annual Parkinson’s Symposium
Location: First Methodist Church
Address: 420 North Nevada Ave, Colorado Springs, CO
Find multiple speakers on Parkinson’s symptoms, coping skills & care. Event designed for people with Parkinson’s, care givers and those with an interest in the world of Parkinson’s. Pre-registration closes on May 26 (checks must be received by then). Call 719-495-1583 to pre-register.
Learn More – CLICK HERE

June 4, 2017 – Sunday
L’Chaim A Free Conference & Resource Day
Location: Maurice B. Shwayder Camp of Temple Emanuel
Address: 51 Grape St, Denver, CO 80220
L’Chaim Conference and Resource Day features 21 workshops on aging and wellness to stay active and healthy in mind, body and spirit, while looking towards the future. Kavod Senior Life, Jewish Family Service of Colorado, JEWISHcolorado, Jewish Community Center (JCC) and Temple Emanuel are excited to bring this conference to you.
– Learn More – CLICK HERE

June 7, 2017
Visually Impaired People’s Fair
Location: Aurora Public Library
Address: 14949 E Alameda Pkwy, Aurora, CO 80012
Learn from A3 and exhibitors about available services and products that will help you adapt and adjust to vision loss. Light snacks and lunch provided, so please RSVP. Special Guest Speaker is Dr, David Lewerenz, Assistant Professor of Ophthalmology at the UC School of Medicine. Check-in is 8:30 AM and Program Sessions are from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM. To RSVP call Morgan at (303) 831-0117 (x0).
View Event Flyer – CLICK HERE

June 7, 2017 – Wednesday, 6:00PM – 8:00PM
The Conversation Every Family Should Have
Location: Washington Park Grille
Address: 1096 S Gaylord St, Denver, CO 80209
Waddell & Reed, Inc, a financial services firm invites you to attend this special event from 6PM to 8PM. You have spent a lifetime preparing for a comfortable and secure retirement, but have you planned for the potential impact that the need for long term care could have on you, your loved ones and your financial security. RSVP to Benjamin Mossman by Wed, May 31st to 303-770-5511 x163.
View Event Flyer – CLICK HERE

June 8, 2017 – Thursday
Bridge of Love Gala
Location: Denver Marriott Tech Center
4900 S Syracuse St, Denver, CO 80237
This is an incredible gala to benefit Bessie’s Hope. Sue and Rich Jones present the gala along with one of Denver’s best dance bands, Syndicate. Regular seating $150, Patron $250. Event begins at 5:30 with a silent auction and Gourmet Dinner and Live Auction at 7:00PM. Dancing starts at 8:30PM. For reservations and sponsorship information call 303-830-9037.
View Event Flyer – CLICK HERE

June 8, 2017 – Thursday, 6:00PM – 8:00PM
A Conversation Every Family Should Have
Location: Cantina Laredo
Address: 1680 29th St, Boulder, CO 80301
Waddell & Reed, Inc, a financial services firm invites you to attend this special event from 6PM to 8PM. You have spent a lifetime preparing for a comfortable and secure retirement, but have you planned for the potential impact that the need for long term care could have on you, your loved ones and your financial security. RSVP to Benjamin Mossman by June 1st to 303-770-5511 x163.
View Event Flyer – CLICK HERE

June 13th, 14th, & 15th, 2017
The Rocky Mountain Alzheimer’s Summit
Location: Little America Conference Center, Cheyenne, WY
Address: 2800 W Lincolnway, Cheyenne, WY 82009
The Rocky Mountain Alzheimer’s Summit is scheduled for June 13th, 14th, & 15th, 2017, at the Little America Conference Center in Cheyenne, WY. The theme of the summit is “Making a Difference Now: The Best Care Possible for Individuals with Dementia.” June 13th is the Pre-Conference Workshop featuring Teepa Snow, MS, OTR/L, FAOTA; one of America’s leading educators on dementia. The goal of the Summit is to provide healthcare professionals, direct care workers, older adults, and caregivers of individuals with dementia with up-to-date education about improving the lives of those with Alzheimer’s disease and those who provide care for these individuals. For more information call 307-766-2829
Learn More – CLICK HERE

June 14, 2017 – Wednesday, 3:00PM – 5:00PM
Tour of Sunrise At Orchard Event
Location: Sunrise At Orchard
Address: 5975 South Holly St, Littleton, CO
Join us for a tour and experience life at Sunrise. Discover how our beautiful community is designed for senior safety and comfort. Visit residents, personalized suites, sample delicious food, and even attend one of the activities on our busy community schedule.
Website: SunriseOrchardCO.com

June 14, 2017 – Wednesday, 6:00PM – 8:00PM
Living with Alzheimer’s for Late Stage Caregivers
Location: Eastern Star Masonic Retirement Campus
Address: 2435 South Quebec Street, Denver, CO
In the late stage of Alzheimer's disease, care giving typically involves new ways of connecting and interacting with the person with the disease. Join us for this two part series and hear from caregivers and professionals about resources, monitoring care and providing meaningful connection for the person with the late-stage Alzheimer's and their families.
Website: esmrc.com

June 15, 2017 – Thursday, 10:00AM – 11:00AM
Retirement Planning with a FHA Reverse Mortgage
Location: Aurora Center for Active Adults
Address: 30 Del Mar Circle, Aurora, CO
Learn about new updates, safeguards and protections for a government insured FHA HECM (Home Equity Conversion Mortgage, commonly known as a reverse mortgage. This can be an option for senior homeowners, age 62+ to eliminate mortgage payments. Gain information to increase financial security in retirement by converting a portion of home equity to cash or use towards the purchase of a new primary residence to “right size” for your current and future needs. Q & A is an important part of this program. Presented by Anne L. Matchett, Reverse Mortgage Advisor, NMLS #1376047, Liberty Home Equity Solutions.
Event Location Aurora Center for Active Adults

June 16, 2017 – Friday, 8:00AM – 5:00PM
Circle Talk Leader Training
Location: Fraser Meadows
Address: 350 Poncha Pkwy, Boulder, CO
CircleTalk is a regularly scheduled, structured conversation program guided by trained leaders. CircleTalk programs follow a customized and evocative curriculum that engages older adults in meaningful conversations. This guided method utilizes creative activities to inspire personal sharing. Join us for one day training that prepares participants to skillfully lead CircleTalk programs in any setting where seniors gather.
Register for Class – CLICK HERE
Website: CircleTalk.org

June 20, 2017 – Tuesday, 11:00AM – 12:00PM
Optimum Life Continuing Education Series
Location: Brookdale Boulder Creek
Address: 3375 34th St, Boulder, CO 80301
This session will discuss the triple aim of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid (CMS) and the need for better communication among acute and post-acute care providers to reduce avoidable readmissions. Complimentary admission. For reservations and more information call 303-473-0333.
View Event Flyer – CLICK HERE

June 21, 2017 – Wednesday, 9:30 – 11:30
This Joint Meeting is on the 3rd Wednesday!
Denver Senior Coalitions Joint Coalition Meeting Organized by the EAST Chapter
Location: Caley Ridge Assisted Living Community – Website
Address: 9350 E Caley Ave, Englewood, CO 80111
Property Contact: Debbie Hutto – 720-279-1815
This is the joint chapter meeting of the Denver Senior Coalitions where all 4 Chapters come together for one meeting. Joint meetings happen in March, June, and September with each Chapter taking a turn at organizing a joint meeting. June 2017 meeting is organized by the East Chapter. During the other months each Chapter has their own meeting on a specific day of the month.
Speaker: Gary Sobol – GZSPN® Parkinsons Network
Title of Presentation: Neurological Deficits
About the Presentation: Gary Sobol will be speaking on what MS and Parkinson’s Disease are, what symptoms they exhibit and what can be done to help relief the symptoms
More about Gary Sobol: I was diagnosed with PD in 2008. I did consireable research and developed exercise to help reduce the symptoms. I founded the GZSPN® Parkinsons Network to help teach others. Today our classes are taught in 48 cities to 1,900 people. If you know someone with PD or MS, please spread the word and encourage them to get to our classes.
Website: ParkinsonsNetwork.org

June 22, 2017 – Thursday, 10:00AM
Senior Fair 2017 at The Argyle – Sponsors Wanted
Location: The Argyle
Address: 4115 West 38th Ave, Denver, CO 80212
The Argyle is having a vendor fair on June 22nd. We only have 50 spaces and these are available on a first come, first served basis. Vendor spaces are $50 and make the check payable to The Argyle. Please send in your check with the vendor application. Have questions? Call Debbie Lovill at 303-455-9513.
Sponsorship Application – CLICK HERE
Website: TheArgyle.com

June 23, 2017 – Friday
Giving Hope Gala to benefit Seniors Resource Center
Location: Denver Museum of Nature & Science
Address: 2001 Colorado Blvd, Denver, CO 80205
Celebrate and support the impact of Seniors’ Resource Center at the Giving Hope Gala. Join us to honor retiring President and CEO John Zabawa. Reggie Rivers will emcee and the Hazel Band will perform. Ticket information is on the website.
Learn More – CLICK HERE

June 24, 2017
28th Annual Salute to Seniors
Location: Colorado Convention Center
Address: 700 14th St, Denver, CO 80202
The Salute to Seniors provides Colorado’s seniors and their families with information and tools to live healthy and independent lives. With over 100 exhibit booths every year, the best Colorado has to offer is on display! Exhibitors come from all industries, including health insurance, housing, concierge services, home repair, leisure and recreation and more. Special exhibits offer attractions like health screenings, yoga classes, bingo games, and classic cars. Spread the word with seniors you know and consider being a sponsor.
Learn More – CLICK HERE
Website: senioranswers.org

June 26, 2017 – Monday, 12:00 – 2:30PM
Arapahoe County Council on Aging (ACCOA) Monthly Meeting
Location: Caley Ridge Assisted Living
Address: 9350 E. Caley Avenue, Englewood, CO 80111
This is the monthly meeting of the Arapahoe County Council on Aging (ACCOA). ACCOA advocates, identify needs and educates seniors and families about aging resources. City and County officials will present updates on senior issues and a light lunch will be provided. PARKING REMINDER! People attending ACCOA meetings at the Caley Assisted Living facility are not to park in the Vet’s paved parking lot and are to use either the Caley Ridge parking lot, the graveled/rocked vet parking lot, or the parking lot next door at Boston Commons as long as it is NOT the covered parking.

June 26, 2017 – Monday, 5:30PM – 7:30PM
Celebrate Jewish Family Service
Location: Palazzo Verdi
Address: 6363 South Fiddler’s Green Circle, Greenwood Village, CO
Join us in honoring Tamara Weil, our 2017 Max Frankel Volunteer of the Year, and welcoming new board members. We will also recognize outgoing board chair, Jane E. Rosenbaum and welcome Charlie Gwirtsman as the incoming board chair. There is no cost to attend. Please RSVP by Friday, June 16, 2017 to Lisa Benoit at 720-248-4633 or RSVP online – CLICK HERE

June 27 – 28, 2017 – Tuesday, 8:30AM – 6:30PM
Digital Summit Denver
Location: Ellie Caulkins Opera House
Address: 1385 Curtis Street, Denver, CO
With so many bright minds in one place, this will be a creative, high-energy environment with lots of innovative ideas going around and the perfect place to network, find prospects, and form lasting relationships. Rub elbows with Seth Godin, Morgan Spurlock, and leaders from amazing brands, including Facebook, GoPro, eBay, Amazon, Salesforce, National Geographic, Cisco, Dell, Marketo, and more.
Learn More – CLICK HERE

July 2017 & Beyond

July 14, 2017
Deadline for Early Registration Discount for Rocky Mountain Conference on Dementia happening on October 30, 2017 – see the October 30th Event listing below.

August 18, 2017 – Friday, 8:30AM – Noon
Colorado Senior Lobby Summer Social & Annual Meeting
Location: Covenant Village of Colorado – Smith Fellowship Hall
Address: 9151 Yarrow St, Westminster, Colorado 80021
We are still finalizing our program but you can expect … 8:30AM to 9:30AM – Socializing & Refreshments, 9:30AM to Noon – Review of the Colorado Senior Lobby’s 2017 Legislative Scorecard, panel and interactive discussion dealing with the Colorado political landscape, and the awarding of the “Serving our Seniors Award.” Colorado Senior Lobby annual business meeting will be from Noon to 12:30 and everyone is welcome to stay! This event is FREE and includes continental breakfast, refreshments. There is plenty of free parking! You don’t have to be a member of Colorado Senior Lobby to attend. Bring a friend!
View Event Flyer – CLICK HERE
Website: ColoradoSeniorLobby.org

October 13, 2017
Rocky Mountain Conference on Dementia
Location: Hyatt Regency Denver Tech Center
Address: 7800 E Tufts Ave, Denver, CO 80237
The Rocky Mountain Conference on Dementia is the region’s premier one-day conference for people living with Mild Cognitive Impairment and early dementia, families, friends and health care professionals. Commit to a day filled with unique dementia specific education, information, support and resources. Registration opens in September. For more information go to alz.org/co or call 800-272-3900. The Colorado Alzheimer’s Chapter invites you to exhibit at the Rocky Mountain Conference on Dementia (formerly called Alzheimer’s Association Education Symposium) scheduled for October 30, 2017. Last year the event attracted 750 participants from across states. Typically there is an equal representation of both family caregivers and healthcare professionals. The one day conference offers educational sessions with specialized tracks designed to highlight relevant topics for Caregivers (both family and direct care professionals).  Please review the event flyer and reserve your space early. There is a $100 discount for those confirming with payment on or before July 14, 2017.
Learn More – CLICK HERE

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2017 Events for Boomers, Seniors & Family Caregivers
Find Events, Activities and Senior Expos for Boomers and Seniors on Seniors Resource Guide. Be sure to submit your consumer events for the Denver, Colorado Springs, Boulder & Northern Colorado and Pueblo areas or find a senior-oriented event to attend.
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