Mother’s Day is a time to honor the women who have shaped our lives, and for seniors, it carries a particulary deep and meaninful significance. Many older adults reflect on decades of motherhood, remebering the joys and challenges of raising children, nurturing families, and building traditions that coninue today. It is also a time when seniors are celbrated as matriarchs, grandmothers and great-grandmothers, whose wisdom, resilience and love remain the foundation of thier families. For some the day brings cherished visits, phone calls, and handwritten notes that serve as powerful reminders that their role as a mother never truly ends.
At the same time, Mother’s Day can be emtional for seniors who may be separated from loved ones or remembering those who have passed. This makes community connection especially important. Senior centers and local organizations often help fill that gap by hosting gatherings, meals, and activities that allow older adults to celebrated together and feel valued. By recognizing and including seniors on Mother’s Day, we not only honor their lifelong contributions but also ensure they continue to feel appreciated, connected, and loved within the community.
Archuleta Seniors, Inc. wishes all moms a joyful and very special Mother’s Day, filled with love, appreciation, and cherished moments.
Dine-In and Grab‘N’Go Lunch Monday through Friday
Join local elders, their friends, family, and community at the Community Café, also known as the Silver Fox’s Den, in person for delicious meals Mondays through Fridays downtown at the Ross Aragon Community Center between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. Grab ‘N’ Go pickup via our convenient portico is also available all week, including Fridays.
To reserve your meal for the day, please make your reservation via text or phone call (970) 264-2167 before 8:45 a.m. on weekdays. Please say whether it is dine-in or Grab ‘N’ Go. For those 60 or older, we request a suggested donation of $6.00, but no one will be turned away. There is a $10.50 charge for guests under the age of 60.
Community Cafe Menu
Thursday, April 7 – Mushroom and Sage Lasagna, Butternut Squash, Garlic Bread, Garden Salad, Fruit, Milk.
Friday, May 8 – Fish Sandwich with Tartar Sauce, Coleslaw, Garden Salad, Fruit, Milk.
Monday, May 11 – Thai Chicken with Peanut Sauce, Sugar Snap Peas, Brown Rice, Garden Salad, Fruit, Milk
Tuesday, May 12 – Baked Cod with Mustard Sauce, Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Dinner Roll, Spinach Apple Salad, Cottage Cheese, Milk
Wednesday, May 13 – Hawaiian Pork with Pineapple & Peppers, Sauteed Zucchini, Garden Salad, Fruit, Milk
Thursday, May 14 – Beef Spaghetti, Garlic Bread, Broccoli, Garden Salad, Fruit, Milk
Friday, May 15 – Greek Chicken Pita, Tzatziki Sauce, Red Onion, Tomato, Cucumbers, Spanakopita, Lemon Orzo, Garden Salad, Fruit, Milk
Senior Conversations
The very popular Senior Conversations with local Bill Salmansohn is on Mondays from 1:15 p.m., to 2:15 p.m. at the Pagosa Senior Center. Please note that ASI is closed Monday, May 25. Senior Conversations will be held on Friday, May 29, that week. Salmansohn brings to the conversations a variety of topics designed to stimulate discussions within a safe and comfortable environment as we explore our well-being and shared experiences. This is a unique opportunity to connect with others in the Archuleta community, fostering sharing and friendships. Snacks will be provided. Afterward, hosted by Robin Williams, stay for a get-together created for those who wish to continue the conversation. This opportunity is typically from 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm, following Senior Conversations. The group occasionally reconvenes as an informal gathering at various local restaurants.
Stretching & Mobility Weekly Class
Community members are invited to attend free weekly classes every Tuesday from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at the Pagosa Springs Senior Center at 451 Hot Springs Blvd., in the back of the Ross Aragon Community Center. The stretching and mobility classes for adults aged 55 or better are designed to help build balance in the body through functional exercises that aim to improve mobility and flexibility. Participants will have the opportunity to enjoy a variety of techniques that can help enhance overall movement efficiency.
Though not necessary, a mat is recommended for this class. The program is instructed by local dance instructor Dee Pitchon, who will provide modifications to ensure the safety and effectiveness of the exercises.
American Mahjong
American Mahjong is played using a set of tiles and the current year score card. Play includes groups of three or four players and follows a pattern of division exchange and display of tiles. Bring your card and come to play or watch and learn from 1:15 to 3:45 p.m. Tuesdays at the Senior Center.
Bridge
The game of Bridge is held on Tuesdays at 1:15 p.m. every week. It has also been added on Wednesdays at 1:15 PM. Bridge is a four-player card game with partners sitting opposite each other around a table. It is a trick-taking card game using a standard 52-card deck. Come alone or bring a partner.
Emotional Freedom.
On the second Thursdays of the month, from 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m., join the “Tappers,” who practice the self-regulation technique of EFT to relieve symptoms of anxiety, depression, insomnia, and more. Everything you need to get started is included in this fun, engaging, supportive class. Taught by Judith Newman, LPC.
Mindful Drawing
Mindful Drawing is an easy-to-learn, relaxing, and fun way to create beautiful images by drawing structured patterns. Join our friendly instructor, Roberta Strickland, CZT. Classes are every Wednesday from 1:30 to 3 p.m. in the Pagosa Senior Center. This activity is open to all ages. Help us create an intergenerational community. For those under 18 and/or with disabilities, you are welcome to join us, but we kindly ask you to please bring an adult chaperone with you.
Mountain Transit Express Senior ParaTransit Services
Seniors over the age of 60 can be verified to receive services through discounted ParaTransit services, free bus rides, and pick up at your home to bring you to the Senior Center for lunch. To become eligible, there is a form to complete. Older adults needing a ride to a local food pantry can contact the Archuleta County MET to schedule a ride with their paratransit service. Call the Archuleta County MET at (970) 264-2250 for information.
Board Vacancies
ASI Board of Directors has positions open. Terms are 3 years with an option to renew for an additional term. Potential candidates should be at least 21 years of age or older and must have a passion for adult and aging services. Please stop by our offices at 451 Hot Springs Blvd. to pick up an application form or call (970) 264-2167 for more information.
Support the Senior Center
New, starting in 2026, small donations can be deducted without itemizing your tax return. It is the Permanent Universal Charitable Deduction.
Here’s what this means: For tax years beginning after December 31, 2025, non-itemizers can deduct up to $1,000 for individual tax filing and $2,000 for married couples filing jointly. The goal of this provision is to recognize and encourage charitable giving across all income levels, potentially boosting donations from middle-income households who may not itemize their deductions. This change has the potential to significantly impact charitable giving patterns by incentivizing a broader base of donors. You may mail your donation to ASI, PO BOX 3444, Pagosa Springs, CO 81147, or please visit our website: http://www.psseniors.org/ (donation button). Donation checks can be written to: Archuleta Seniors, Inc. Another way to donate: Are you 70.5 years old or better? Do you have an IRA from which you need to take a distribution? Did you know you can make charitable donations directly from your IRA without paying taxes on the distribution, up to $100,000 per year? The donation from the account would be payable to Archuleta Seniors Inc and sent to PO Box 3444, Pagosa Springs, CO 81147. This gift option is called the IRA charitable rollover or qualified charitable distribution (QCD).