seniors Archives – The Sopris Sun

Staying hydrated and protecting the skin is a top priority – especially for older adults

by Guest Author August 9, 2023November 28, 2023

By Stacey Johnson, RN, NHA Special to The Sopris Sun Yes, Colorado had an unusually long stretch of damp, cloudy weather this spring in a state that typically enjoys soaring June temperatures and plenty of sunshine. But the sunshine is back which, as always, means more time relaxing, exercising and playing in Colorado’s great outdoors. […]

Columns, Opinion, Uncategorized

Mature Content: Praising the power of pets

by Raleigh Burleigh April 27, 2022November 17, 2023

Nancy Peterson worked as a registered veterinary technician, trained dogs for people with disabilities and was the Community Cats Program Manager for The Humane Society of the United States, the nation’s largest animal protection organization. She serves on the boards of the National Kitten Coalition and Neighborhood Cats and is a kitten foster care provider […]

Opinion, Uncategorized

Aging today: Playing a strong hand

by Raleigh Burleigh March 16, 2022November 17, 2023

By Ron Kokish When it comes to aging, America has changed. Thanks mostly to a reduction in childhood mortality, more than 80% of Americans born in 1957 lived to be 65 this year. At over 54 million, the 65+ group is now almost 17% of the country. In contrast, in 1940, when the first Social […]

News, Uncategorized

GarCo program nourishes in more ways than one

by Raleigh Burleigh September 22, 2021November 17, 2023

By Danielle Davis The meal begins with a blessing. “Let us do everything in gratitude,” says Ferdinand “Ferd” Meyer, a regular and volunteer at the Garfield County Senior Program meals in Parachute. Immediately following the blessing, Senior Services for the Garfield County Department of Human Services Manager, Judy Martin, makes her announcements to the group, […]

News, Uncategorized

Sopris Lodge delivers on convenience

by Jeanne Souldern July 28, 2021November 17, 2023

Sopris Lodge in Carbondale officially opened to residents on July 7. Located at 295 Rio Grande Avenue, just north of True Nature Healing Arts and next to the Rio Grande Trail, it consists of one building with 27 independent living apartments. With 24 memory care and 23 assisted living apartments, the other building is scheduled […]