Celebrate, connect, and have some fun Join Autism Society of Colorado for an Autism Acceptance Party at Brewability on Saturday, April 11th from 12PM–4PM! 12–2PM: Family-friendly pizza party 2–4PM: Patio happy hour with musicEnjoy sensory-friendly activities, entertainment, and special appearances from superheroes and princesses. This is a day all about inclusion, community, and celebrating every unique mind.Bring your […]
Memory Cafe is a fun place to socialize, relax, and engage with people experiencing memory loss and their families/caregivers. Each cafe has a focus—such as music or art—to facilitate the main goal, which is a social connection for individuals with shared experiences. At the Memory Cafe, you can just be yourself -- without worrying about […]
Age Well to End Well Aging - quite the adventure, eh? There are so many factors that shape the experience - some within our control, others not. Since we live in an age denying society, many people delay planning for the inevitable until forced to do so. Instead of waiting for a crisis, we are […]
“What to Know” Wednesday Join us for “What to Know Wednesday”, a monthly virtual educational talk and discussion discussion group for dementia caregivers, providing essential information on a variety of topics hosted by the Alzheimer’s Association and the Multidisciplinary Center on Aging at the University of Colorado. A place to connect with other caregivers Download […]
The Potential Consequences of Caring The call to care for a family member or friend is often a life-changing event for all concerned. Since the average duration of care in the U.S. is now over 4 years, the role of family caregiver demands a commitment to care. All aspects of life are turned upside down […]
Join Atlantis Community, Inc. for our Disability Rights Workshop Series. A free, hybrid series designed to help you better understand your rights and how to advocate for yourself. Upcoming Sessions: April 16 | 1–4 PM – Disability Law Colorado (Topic TBD) April 29 | 1–3 PM – ADA: Know Your Rights & Filing a Complaint […]
New Adventures is an inclusive and safe respite program that gives Southern Colorado children and teens with disabilities ages 6 -18 the opportunity to explore, while providing parents and caregivers with a much-needed break from caregiving duties. The program lasts 4-6 hours and will take place 1-2 Saturdays per month. Each Saturday, we will host […]
This workshop will explore the often misunderstood differences between Lewy Body Dementia (LBD) and Parkinson’s Disease Dementia (PDD), and the challenges that people living with these illnesses commonly face in the early and later stages of the disease. It will also provide helpful tips and strategies for those who are navigating the complexities of caring […]
Memory Cafe is a fun place to socialize, relax, and engage with people experiencing memory loss and their families/caregivers. Each cafe has a focus—such as music or art—to facilitate the main goal, which is a social connection for individuals with shared experiences. At the Memory Cafe, you can just be yourself -- without worrying about […]
WHEN WILL I KNOW IT’S TIME? The Dilemmas of Moving a Loved One with Dementia into a Care Community. This workshop is designed for anyone who is concerned that they may one day have to make the agonizing decision to move a loved one living with dementia into a care community, and the dilemmas that […]
Parkinson Association of the Rockies' 1st annual educational conference in Northern Colorado for People with Parkinson’s, Care Partners, and other loved ones. This conference is to educate attendees by hosting speakers from different specialties, including social workers, psychiatrists, neurologists, palliative care physicians, and other professionals to speak. The conference empowers attendees by providing resources on […]
Memory Cafe is a fun place to socialize, relax, and engage with people experiencing memory loss and their families/caregivers. Each cafe has a focus—such as music or art—to facilitate the main goal, which is a social connection for individuals with shared experiences. At the Memory Cafe, you can just be yourself -- without worrying about […]