Boulder County Area Agency on Aging

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Boulder County Area Agency on Aging

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Mar 09, 2023

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We are all aging. With our older adult population projected to continue to increase over the next 30 years, our world must shift to meet the needs. The Boulder County Area Agency on Aging (BCAAA) promotes well-being, independence, and dignity for older adults (60+) who wish to age in our community, people living with disabilities, family and informal caregivers, and Veterans. The BCAAA is an anti-ageist, anti-ableist organization committed to racial equity. The BCAAA works in partnership to respond to client needs. The BCAAA offers:

·         Information, Referral, and Resources
 Financial Assistance
Medicare Counseling
Caregiver Programs
Veterans Services
Long-Term Care Ombudsman
Nutrition Resources
LGBTQ+ Programs 

Most of our services are provided at no charge. There are no income eligibility requirements.

Contact our team for assistance at infoADRC@bouldercounty.org or 303-441-1617. For general inquiries, please contact us at bcaaa@bouldercounty.org. Visit our webpage to learn more at bouldercountyaging.org.

 

BCAAA helps individuals and their family or informal caregivers make informed choices about the services and support options available and can provide short-term assistance in accessing and planning for long-term care needs. Our specialists assist with:

·         benefits navigation and application assistance
 Counseling on various benefits, services, and programs
Plan and coordinate resource services
Support, education, and resources.

 

Healthy Aging

BCAAA’s Healthy Aging Team supports and encourages all older adults in making healthy lifestyle choices. The team’s programming helps individuals learn how to manage chronic health issues, navigate the complexities of Medicare, prevent falls, increase physical activity, and eat healthier.

Learn more at boco.org/HealthyAging. To learn more about our Medicare Counseling Program, visit boco.org/Medicare. 

Veteran Service Officers

The BCAAA is home to Boulder County’s Veteran Services Officers (VSOs). The VSOs serve Veterans of all ages and their dependents. They provide U.S. Military Veterans and their dependents with access to benefits through local, state, federal, and nonprofit programs. The VSOs work in collaboration with the Veteran’s Benefits Administration. Learn more about the work of Boulder County’s VSOs at boco.org/VeteranServices. Contact the VSOs at vso@bouldercounty.org or 303-441-3890. 

 

Editor’s Note: This article was submitted by Boulder County Area Agency on Aging. For More information contact bcaaa@bouldercounty.org or call 303-441-1617

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Boulder County Area Agency on Aging

Area Agencies on Aging , Boulder, Colorado, 80304

Our mission is to deliver, fund, and advocate for services that promote well-being, independence, and dignity for older adults, people living with disabilities, caregivers, and veterans in Boulder County.

Boulder County Area Agency on Aging

Telephone Reassurance , Boulder, Colorado, 80304

Our mission is to deliver, fund, and advocate for services that promote well-being, independence, and dignity for older adults, people living with disabilities, caregivers, and veterans in Boulder County.