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Author: Ricardo Martinez

Ricardo Martinez is Executive Director for Archuleta Seniors Inc. — a 501c3 nonprofit that operates the Pagosa Springs Senior Center and related programs. You can reach him at director@psseniors.org

SENIOR CENTER NEWS: Daylight Savings Time Change Can Affect Health

Posted on March 5, 2026March 5, 2026 by Ricardo Martinez

Daylight Savings Time can be more than just a minor inconvenience for seniors…

Posted in Community

SENIOR CENTER NEWS: Dental Hygiene Clinic Available to Seniors Tomorrow, Feb. 27

Posted on February 26, 2026February 26, 2026 by Ricardo Martinez

Painted Sky Dental will host regular clinics at the senior center, located at 451 Hot Springs Blvd., with the first clinic scheduled for tomorrow, Friday February 27…

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SENIOR CENTER NEWS: New Meal Deliveries Will Serve Aspen Springs

SENIOR CENTER NEWS: New Meal Deliveries Will Serve Aspen Springs

Posted on February 19, 2026February 19, 2026 by Ricardo Martinez

The program serves adults aged 60 and older by delivering seven frozen meals per week directly to participants’ homes…

Posted in Community
SENIOR CENTER NEWS: Thank You, David

SENIOR CENTER NEWS: Thank You, David

Posted on February 12, 2026February 12, 2026 by Ricardo Martinez

“Having to drive one hour to the center in a blizzard was quite difficult, but I knew the elderly needed their meals, so I pushed through…”

Posted in Community
SENIOR CENTER NEWS: No Need to Feel Lonely This Valentine's Day

SENIOR CENTER NEWS: No Need to Feel Lonely This Valentine’s Day

Posted on February 5, 2026February 5, 2026 by Ricardo Martinez

Many seniors have experienced the loss of a spouse, close friends, or daily social interaction, which can make holidays especially difficult…

Posted in Community

SENIOR NEWS: Combating Isolation & Depression

Posted on January 22, 2026January 22, 2026 by Ricardo Martinez

As policymakers and advocates call for more mental health resources for older adults, centers like ASI continue to serve as vital community anchors…

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SENIOR CENTER NEWS: MLK Carries Special Meaning for Seniors

SENIOR CENTER NEWS: MLK Carries Special Meaning for Seniors

Posted on January 15, 2026January 15, 2026 by Ricardo Martinez

Martin Luther King Jr. Day recognizes the life and legacy of a leader who reshaped the civil rights movement…

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SENIOR CENTER NEWS: Universal Charitable Deduction Set to Expand Giving in 2026

Posted on January 8, 2026January 8, 2026 by Ricardo Martinez

The goal of the Permanent Universal Charitable Deduction is to recognize and encourage generosity across all income levels…

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SENIOR CENTER: Holiday Lunch Party Next Monday

Posted on December 18, 2025December 18, 2025 by Ricardo Martinez

Monday, December 22, will be a special seniors’ lunch with turkey and all the trimmings, music and games…

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Addressing the Holiday Blues Through Community Connection

Posted on December 17, 2025December 17, 2025 by Ricardo Martinez

Community organizations are working to address these challenges by creating opportunities for engagement…

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SENIOR CENTER NEWS: ‘Pagosa Puzzle Palooza’ Coming in January

Posted on December 11, 2025December 11, 2025 by Ricardo Martinez

You’re invited to enter the Pagosa Puzzle Palooza, a team jigsaw puzzle contest…

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Archuleta County Commissioners Continue Vital Support for Local Seniors

Posted on December 9, 2025December 9, 2025 by Ricardo Martinez

By choosing not to reduce our funding, the County has helped safeguard the core operations that hundreds of seniors depend on…

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SENIOR NEWS: Holiday Season Sees Rise in Scams Targeting Older Adults

SENIOR NEWS: Holiday Season Sees Rise in Scams Targeting Older Adults

Posted on December 5, 2025December 5, 2025 by Ricardo Martinez

Archuleta senior staff and volunteers served a record of 126 delicious turkey dinners…

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SENIOR CENTER NEWS: A Season of Gratitude

Posted on November 26, 2025November 26, 2025 by Ricardo Martinez

ASI is the caterer for the Festival of Trees this year, so get your tickets from the Ross Aragon Community Center and enjoy a delicious meal…

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‘Autumn Match’ Fundraising for Pagosa Senior Center

Posted on November 21, 2025November 21, 2025 by Ricardo Martinez

Your donation of $10 becomes $20, $20 becomes $40, $50 becomes $100, or whatever amount you give will be doubled in value…

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SENIOR CENTER NEWS: Checking In with Elderly Neighbors This Holiday Season

Posted on November 20, 2025November 20, 2025 by Ricardo Martinez

Over the holidays, when feelings of loneliness can intensify, these neighborly connections become even more important…

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SENIOR CENTER NEWS: Autumn Match Campaign

Posted on November 13, 2025November 13, 2025 by Ricardo Martinez

An Archuleta Seniors Inc. (ASI) supporter will donate up to $5,000 if matched between now and December 31…

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Stay Hydrated This Winter: Why It Matters for Older Adults

Posted on November 11, 2025November 11, 2025 by Ricardo Martinez

Experts recommend that seniors sip water throughout the day, even if they don’t feel thirsty…

Posted in Education/Health

SENIOR CENTER NEWS: Our ‘Autumn Match’ Campaign

Posted on October 30, 2025October 30, 2025 by Ricardo Martinez

You can make a difference. A supporter of Archuleta Seniors Inc. will contribute up to $5,000 to match donations between now and December 31…

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