Let the doubled donations pile up like the leaves in autumn! Jump into the pile!
As the seasons change, so too does Archuleta Seniors Inc.’s need to reach out again to our caring community for support. Thanks to the kind donation of a matching grant provided by an anonymous benefactor your generous donation during our fall fundraiser will be doubled up to $5000 through the end of October.
Although we are very grateful to our current funding partners, Archuleta County, San Juan Basin Area on Aging, Town of Pagosa Springs, and grants from private foundations, still, it is not enough. 37% of our funds are dependent on our ability to fundraise, via fundraising campaigns, community events, and the generosity of people like you! Unfortunately, we have been informed that we can expect an 18% decrease in funding this next fiscal year even while our operation costs and need for services continue to increase.
But with your help, we can make a difference and enhance the lives of our 60+ community and those who care about them! Please jump in today with your 100% matched donation and join in our ongoing efforts to provide our cherished elders, who have given so much to this community, with nutritional, health, and social programming that will continue to enrich their lives.
Donations can be made directly to Archuleta Seniors Inc., located in the Ross Aragon Community Center at 451 Hot Springs Blvd in Pagosa Springs or by mail P.O. Box 3444, Pagosa Springs. CO 81147. We also take donations by phone, please call 970-264-2167 or online donations via our Colorado Gives, Archuleta Seniors Inc. fall fundraising page: https://www.coloradogives.org/story/Asifallfundraiser
Seasonal Food Demonstration
With the peak of the growing season at hand, Archuleta Seniors Inc. is excited to welcome Chris and Rue Frederics of Terra Walk Farm and Archuleta Seniors Inc. Executive Director Rose Chavez, public health nutritionist for a meet and greet with the community on Thursday afternoon, September 19th at 1:30 pm in the Pagosa Senior Center dining hall to discuss the free CSA program for older adults that is going on this 2024 growing season and to enjoy a seasonal food demonstration. We will provide a beautiful selection of locally grown produce from their farm that is located off of highway 151, just past Chimney Rock National Monument. The farmers will give a brief presentation about this summer’s free CSA program for older adults and their philosophy in growing food for the community. They have also offered to provide some culinary inspiration and seasonal food preparation suggestions for many of the items they grow. Come prepared to enjoy an informative food demonstration and seasonal tasting of this low-carbon footprint, nutrient dense, amazing food grown right here in Archuleta County. For more information, contact Archuleta Seniors Inc. at 970-264-2167.
Resources for Those with Vision Loss or Experiencing Low Vision
Are you losing some vision? Are you legally blind? Do you want to build your skills? Would you like to meet others who are also dealing with vision loss? Join the Colorado Center for the Blind at the Durango Senior Center in Durango, 2424 Main Ave, Durango, CO 81301. Tuesday, September 24 from 10 am to 12 pm. There will be an additional afternoon session from 1 pm to 4 pm both at the Durango Senior Center. You will learn about a number of resources that will be invaluable to you. They will provide hands-on learning experiences: techniques for independent travel, organizing your home, using your smartphone, reading books and much more. In the afternoon from 1 pm to 4 pm, they will provide individualized training and consultative services. This free resource and training workshop is for low vision and blind people of all ages, their families, and friends. If you are unable to travel to Durango from Pagosa, ASI staff will have a resource sheet available shortly after the event and details to provide referrals. Sponsored by the National Federations of the Blind of Colorado and the Colorado Center for the Blind.
Bingo
The Pagosa Senior Center will be hosting bingo twice a month on Friday afternoons from 1:30 pm to 2:30 pm on Sept 20, Sept 27, Oct 4 and Oct 11. The price to participate is free and all we ask is you bring yourself and a friend for an hour of joyful fellowship. We will provide prizes from local businesses for all winners and snacks will also be provided. No RSVP required, just show up. All ages welcome, but we ask those 18 and younger to come with an adult chaperone. Seats are first come first serve. For more information contact us at 970.264.2167.
Medical Monitoring Devices & Caregiver Supports Available
Archuleta Seniors Inc. provides access to affordable medical monitoring devices to support older adults who are homebound or otherwise need support if they fall or have an emergency that they can immediately contact emergency services. Clients participating in this program can be independent or may have access to a private or family caregiver. An initial nominal fee is required to access the medical monitoring program. ASI also provides limited caregiver support through our congregate dining or grab n go/pickup meal program. These services are available for a suggested donation but no one 60 and older will be turned away for lack of ability to pay. If you are interested in any of these services or have any questions please contact Archuleta Seniors Inc. at 970-264-2167.
Share Lunch and Dine Monday through Friday
Open to All. Join us at the Silver Fox’s Den aka Community Cafe in person for daily hot/cold meals Mondays through Fridays downtown at the Ross Aragon Community Center between 11 am and 1 pm weekly. Pickup is available all week including Fridays.
Our dining hall is open to all ages and welcomes you all with kindness and warmth. We provide hot/cold meals for anyone in the community interested in a nutritious and delicious meal. 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. Reservations and cancellations are required. Please call or text by 9:00 am the morning of the day you want to dine in or pick up a meal.
Community Cafe Menu
Thursday, September 19 – Singapore Coffee Pork Ribs, Vegetable Fried Rice, Snow Peas, Garden Salad, Fruit, Chai Pudding, Milk.
Friday, September 20 – Butternut Squash, Sage & Mushroom Lasagna; Wilted Spinach & Onions, Garden Salad, Fruit, Carrot Cake, Milk.
Monday, September 23 – Baked Parmesan Crusted Salmon, Broccoli Hollandaise, Quinoa Rice Pilaf, Garden Salad, Fruit, Milk.
Tuesday, September 24 – Greek Spinach-Feta Pie, Lemon Greek Potatoes, Garden Salad, Fruit,Hazelnut Crunch Bar. Milk.
Wednesday, September 25 – Green Chili Pork with Rice Southern Biscuit, Garden Salad, Fruit, Cottage Cheese, Milk.
Thursday, September 26 – Chicken Lo Mein, Stir Fry Vegetables, Spring Roll, Garden Salad, Coconut-Mango Rice Pudding, Fruit, Milk.
Friday, September 27 – Beef Spaghetti, Romanesco, Garlic Bread, Garden Salad, Ambrosia Fruit Salad, Milk.
Medicare Call by Appointment
For anyone who needs help enrolling and navigating Medicare plans, the San Juan Basin Area Agency on Aging helps with Parts A, B, and D. They can also help you with fraud concerns and troubleshooting any billing issues you may be having. By appointment only. Please call the Medicare line at 970-264-0501; ext 4.
Please support our ongoing operations and programming that provide critical services to some of the most vulnerable in Archuleta County. You may mail your donation to 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. We are located at 451 Hot Springs Blvd., in downtown Pagosa Springs. For more information about ASI, please visit http://www.psseniors.org/.
ASI Board of Directors has multiple vacant 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 or call 970-264-2167 for more information.
Rose Chavez is Executive Director for Archuleta Seniors, Inc. and Public Health Consultant at Archuleta Food System/Food Equity Coalition.