Area Agency on Aging - Boulder

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 AssistanceMedicare CounselingCaregiver ProgramsVeterans ServicesLong-Term Care OmbudsmanNutrition ResourcesLGBTQ+ 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 programsPlan and coordinate resource servicesSupport, education, and resources. Healthy AgingBCAAAs Healthy Aging Team supports and encourages all older adults in making healthy lifestyle choices. The teams 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 OfficersThe BCAAA is home to Boulder Countys 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 Veterans Benefits Administration. Learn more about the work of Boulder Countys VSOs at boco.org/VeteranServices. Contact the VSOs at vso@bouldercounty.org or 303-441-3890.  Editors Note: This article was submitted by Boulder County Area Agency on Aging. For More information contact bcaaa@bouldercounty.org or call 303-441-1617