With family caregivers rising 45% in a decade, the U.S. faces a breaking point. Colorado’s voter-approved paid leave program is proving that caregiving and financial security can go hand-in-hand.
AARP Colorado will be under the dome during the 2026 Colorado General Assembly and advocating for legislation that empowers Coloradans 50-plus to live healthy lives, foster livable communities, and have strong support if they become caregivers.
There is a mix of perennials and shrubs that should not be pruned before winter. Keep in mind that any pruning on a plant encourages growth. Pruning stimulates a growth hormone called an auxin. If you prune the top of a rose cane, it will stimulate growth below the pruned section. Pruning in late fall or winter is risky. The environmental temperatures will not support growth.
Why wait until 2026 to start living with more clarity, confidence, and purpose? Join us for a trio of free webinars designed to help you take meaningful steps toward a healthier, more organized, and informed life—starting now!
Save the date for Wednesday and Thursday, Aug. 2 and 3 for this exciting summer institute and summit set to take place at the CSU-Pueblo-Occhiato Student Center Ballroom
What’s the deal with our society’s aversion to talking about death? It’s morbid. It’s taboo. It’s in bad taste. No one “dies”, instead we whisper that they “passed away” or even just “passed.”
Confused by texting, Instagram, Facebook, Reddit, Google, YouTube, Dropbox, Zoom? Wish you knew more about online financial and health management tools? Looking to meet new, interesting people? Senior Planet at AARP is the place to be.
Spring and summer months are often an ideal time to engage in projects around the house. The ElderWatch helpline receives many complaints about projects having to do with home repairs, remodel jobs and yard work. The following are some tips for hiring a contractor, handyperson or help with your yard:
A lifesaving new law caps insulin costs for people with Medicare, saving people with diabetes hundreds of dollars per year. Now, Coloradans in Medicare prescription drug plans will have peace of mind knowing that they will no longer have to pay more than $35 a month for the insulin they need to stay healthy.