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May 21, 2023
Our next meeting is Monday, May 22, 2023. Our meeting is from 9:30AM to 11:30AM. Now that the 2023 legislative session has ended, we are going into our summer-fall schedule where we will meet bi-monthly - twice a month on the 2nd and 4th Mondays of each month. Our summer meetings will be from 9:30AM to 11:00AM. Our newsletter will also move to bi-monthly and will come out the Sunday before a Monday meeting.
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We will be reviewing
the 2023 Legislative Session
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At the Monday, May 22nd CCA Advocacy Committee Meeting, Jeanette, Rich, members of the Capitol Gang, and our legislative outreach volunteers, will share information on what passed or did not pass. Read more about what the CCA Advocacy Committee accomplished this session:
2023 Legislative Session has Ended and How did the CCA Advocacy Committee do in their advocacy work? - READ MORE
We will also start discussing legislative issues for the 2024 and 2025 legislative sessions. Come prepared to the summer meetings to share issues and concerns that you think the CCA Advocacy Committee should explore.
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Questions about CCA Advocacy Committee
Jeanette Hensley - email - 303-249-5598
Co-Chair of CCA Advocacy Committee
Rich Mauro - email - Direct: 303-480-6778
Co-Chair of CCA Advocacy Committee and Senior Policy and Legislative Analyst Regional Council of Governments (DRCOG)
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News & Highlights from CCA & our Network | |
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May is Older Americans Month
Every May the Federal Administration for Community Living leads our nation’s observance of Older Americans Month. Here in Colorado, we are going to celebrate Older Coloradans all year!
Colorado Center for Aging and their network are stepping forward to bring together older adults, their families, and those organizations that serve older adults, in a series of educational webinars in May and June and an in-person event happening in July. Past July we will continue our series with monthly webinars that keep exploring and educating all ages of Coloradans on aging issues and show how older adults remain engaged, independent, and included in the community.
At our events, Colorado Center for Aging (CCA) will also be highlighting legislation that CCA has worked on with their advocacy network that benefits and protects older adults in Colorado. Keep in mind that the legislation we work on now, is legislation that may help you when you are an older adult in need of assistance. Each of our webinars and the in-person event will explore resources and help you understand what you do not know. Learn more on our event website - www.OlderColoradansMonth.org
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Colorado Commission on Aging Meetings
The Public is welcome to attend
The Colorado Commission on Aging (CCOA) was established under the authority of the Older Coloradans Act Section 26-11-101, C.R.S. to serve as the primary advisory body on all matters affecting older persons. The CCOA is a Governor-appointed, citizen-led, multidisciplinary Commission, comprised of representatives from both the public and private sectors to coordinate and contribute to guiding state programs, services, projects, policies, procedures, and resources in the area of aging and coordinate and guide the implementation of the strategic action plan on aging (Master Plan on Aging). The CCA members interested in aging issues in Colorado are encouraged to attend the committee meetings. All meetings are virtual until further notice. The meetings are:
- CCOA committee meets monthly every 3rd Thursday of the month
- CCOA Executive Subcommittee meets first Tuesday of the month
- CCOA Age-Friendly Subcommittee meets 4th Friday of the month
- CCOA Public Policy Subcommittee 2nd Monday of the month
Find times and Zoom link for the meetings on the CCOA web page -
https://cdhs.colorado.gov/our-services/older-adult-services/state-unit-on-aging/colorado-commission-on-aging
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CU Program for Low-Income Seniors: Senior Smiles
Patients who are currently participating in the CU Dental Team Care Clinics or those who are accepted through the CU School of Dental Medicine screening process and are age 60+, do not qualify for Medicaid or Old Age Pension Health and Medical Care Program, do not have private dental insurance, and their income is at or below 250% of the most current federal poverty guidelines based on family size, and are a Colorado Resident are eligible for Senior Smiles - LEARN MORE
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Watch: The Colorado Sun discusses the 2023 legislative session
"The Colorado Sun’s politics reporter and editor Jesse Paul spoke with Gov. Jared Polis and state legislatures about the 2023 Legislative Session. They discussed the successes, the challenges and everything in between." - CLICK HERE
Source https://coloradosun.com
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Lawsuit challenges upcoming Colorado ballot measure
that would shrink property tax bills and TABOR refunds
"Colorado voters are expected to vote this November on a measure that would reduce property tax rates while also shrinking TABOR refunds for a decade. The ink on the plan isn’t dry yet quite literally, since Gov. Jared Polis hasn’t yet signed the paperwork. But a conservative group is already going to court to try to stop the proposal ..."
- READ MORE
Source https://www.cpr.org/
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The defining moments of the 2023 legislative session in Colorado
"Each legislative session in Colorado is defined by big moments. This year, a lot of them happened in the House, where a Democratic supermajority often clashed with not only their Republican counterparts but also sometimes itself. Here are the major events under the gold dome in 2023 ..." - READ MORE
Source https://coloradosun.com
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Colorado governor vetoes three bills,
including one that may have delayed wolf reintroduction
"Wolf reintroduction in Colorado is set to continue as planned after Gov. Jared Polis on Tuesday vetoed a bipartisan bill that could have delayed the process in an effort to ensure ranchers will be allowed to kill the animals if they attack their livestock ..."
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Source https://coloradosun.com
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What’s Working: Front Range rents were mostly flat in April.
Here’s how they’ve changed over four years.
"Apartment rents changed little in April compared to the same time last year — at least in most Colorado communities. But the flatness comes after two years of soaring costs for renters and homebuyers. Over the past four years, rents in the city of Denver grew 13.8% to $1,568 by April, compared with $1,378 in April 2019. That settled down to a 0.8% annual increase this past year, or $12 more per month from a year ago. That was less than the rate of inflation and one of the lowest increases in the Front Range ..."
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Source https://coloradosun.com
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A consumer’s guide to Colorado’s new climate-friendly discounts
"It could soon be a lot cheaper for Colorado households to ditch fossil fuels. That’s thanks to a package of climate-related bills signed by Gov. Jared Polis on Thursday. Some of those bills like a commitment to net-zero emissions by 2050 and new rules for investor-owned utilities focus on the technical side of Colorado’s climate efforts. Other pieces cater to consumers by laying out plans for new tax credits and rebates ..."
- READ MORE
Source https://www.cpr.org
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As D.C. fights over food aid, need in Colorado stays high
"In many ways, Derrick and Hanmei Hoffman are accidental farmers. 'It was my wife's idea,' he said, standing outside their greenhouse in Greeley. It started with growing food for the family behind their house, expanded to weekend farmers markets and now they own and lease more than 100 acres for their business, Hoffman Farms ..."
- READ MORE
Source https://www.cpr.org
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May is Older Americans Month
Every May the Federal Administration for Community Living leads our nation’s observance of Older Americans Month. Here in Colorado, we are going to celebrate Older Coloradans all year!
Website www.OlderColoradansMonth.org
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May 22, 2023 - Monday, 9:30AM - 11:00AM
CCA Advocacy Committee Meeting via Zoom
There will be a CCA Advocacy Committee Meeting on Monday, May 22, 2023 from 9:30AM to 11:00AM. This is the first bi-monthly meeting of our Summer-Fall Schedule. We will be moving to bi-monthly meetings on the 2nd and 4th Mondays through November. Newcomers and visitors are welcome.
Website https://coloradocenterforaging.org/
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May 24, 2023 - Wednesday, 12:00 PM MT
Lives Well Lived Film Screening
The Denver Public Library and Changing the Narrative are excited to present the viewing of the film "Lives Well Lived," followed by a live event with the director! Lives Well Lived celebrates the incredible wit, wisdom and experiences of adults aged 75 to 100 years old. Through their intimate memories and inspiring personal histories, encompassing over 3000 years of experience, forty people share their secrets and insights to living a meaningful life.
Virtual event: A link to attend this virtual event will be emailed upon RSVP
Register Today CLICK HERE
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June 3, 2023 - Saturday
Jefferson County Senior Law & Safety Day
Location: Jefferson County Administration & Courts Building
Address: 100 Jefferson County Parkway Golden, CO 80401
Cost: $10.00
Join us for the 2023 Jefferson County Senior Law & Safety Day for information to help older adults, their family members, and caregivers make informed, positive decisions about legal, financial, and lifestyle issues. Come and enjoy workshop presentations and a free one-on-one attorney consultation along with information and resources from local area vendors and nonprofit agencies. Registration starts at 8:00 a.m. Meet with our event sponsors in the atrium before the breakout sessions begin at 9:00 a.m.
View Event Flyer - CLICK HERE
Register - CLICK HERE
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June 15, 2023 - Thursday
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day
Join us in commemorating World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD) on June 15. This global event provides an opportunity to raise awareness and promote education on the issue of elder abuse, neglect, and exploitation. To get involved in the movement for elder justice, check out the resources and activities available through ACL's National Center on Elder Abuse. You can access tools and tips for raising awareness among your network, search for local and international WEAAD events, and participate in the #WEAAD615 challenge on social media. Throughout the week of WEAAD, the NCEA will be hosting discussions and sharing resources on a variety of themes related to elder abuse.
Learn More http://www.advancingstates.org/node/74525
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Cyber-Seniors provides FREE technology support and training for senior citizens
Founded in 2015 by the creators of the award-winning documentary film CYBER-SENIORS, this non-profit organization provides senior citizens with tech-training using an intergenerational, volunteer model.
Website https://cyberseniors.org/
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CU Anschutz COAST-IT Program
The Multidisciplinary Center on Aging at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is actively reaching out to more older adults in the community for the COAST-IT (Connecting Older Adults and Students Through Inter-professional Telecare) program. Older adults will have the opportunity to engage with a student from either the CU Anschutz School of Medicine, School of Pharmacy, College of Nursing, or School of Dental Medicine programs to mentor the future generation of healthcare clinicians.
Contact Joanna Fitzgibbons at joanna.fitzgibbons@cuanschutz.edu for more information
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Denver Public Library Technology Classes & Workshops
From computer basics to digital privacy to applying for benefits online, Denver Public Library offers a variety of technology classes and workshops.
Website https://www.denverlibrary.org/techclasses
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Senior Planet
If you’re a senior aged 60 and older, these live online classes are designed just for you! Learn about finance, wellness, fitness, computers and technology, and so much more. You will also find a real community of fellow life-long learners.
Website https://seniorplanet.org/classes/
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Library Services through Strong Library
Thanks to Denver voters, Freegal Music+, an ad-free, unlimited streaming platform, and Statista, an easy-to-use portal for integrating statistics and reports, are available to anybody with a DPL library card. These new services are made possible because of #StrongLibraryStrongDenver, supported by the DPL Fund. Learn more here:
https://www.denverlibrary.org/stronglibrary_strongdenver
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CCA Advocacy Committee Summer-Fall Meetings 2023 | |
We are going into our summer-fall schedule where we will meet bi-monthly - twice a month on the 2nd and 4th Mondays of each month. Our summer meetings will be from 9:30AM to 11:00AM. | |
If you are not a member of Colorado Center for Aging - Join Today! | |
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Colorado Center for Aging is a 501c3 non-profit organization,
born out of the roots of Colorado Senior Lobby (CSL) - LEARN MORE
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