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Author: Rosa D. Chávez

Rosa D. Chávez, MPH, is a public health practitioner and systems leader rooted in the borderlands of Southwest Colorado and northern New Mexico. Her work explores how culture, care, land, power and community infrastructure shape health and belonging.

SENIOR CENTER NEWS: American Society on Aging Joins Allies in Celebration of ‘Ageism Awareness Day’

Posted on September 14, 2023September 14, 2023 by Rosa D. Chávez

“We are all growing older. We can’t afford to limit ourselves and other people with such negative and harmful views…”

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SENIOR CENTER NEWS: Fiesta Hispanic & BIPOC Scholarship Fund

Posted on September 7, 2023September 7, 2023 by Rosa D. Chávez

Archuleta Seniors Inc. proposed to collaborate with the community; the path forward is intergenerational…

Posted in Community
SENIOR CENTER NEWS: A Lovely 'Volunteer Appreciation' Event

SENIOR CENTER NEWS: A Lovely ‘Volunteer Appreciation’ Event

Posted on August 31, 2023August 31, 2023 by Rosa D. Chávez

Friday, August 25, 2023 was an evening of celebration and giving thanks for our fifty plus volunteers and their families…

Posted in Community

SENIOR CENTER NEWS: Rock Painting with Local Artist Today

Posted on August 24, 2023August 24, 2023 by Rosa D. Chávez

We have gathered a variety of rocks of different sizes for your painting pleasure. Stop by the dining hall…

Posted in Community
New Growing Dome to Benefit Archuleta Seniors

New Growing Dome to Benefit Archuleta Seniors

Posted on August 17, 2023August 17, 2023 by Rosa D. Chávez

The executive director of SJBAAA, Christina Knoell proposed working with a Pagosa Springs business, Growing Spaces, on a growing dome project…

Posted in Community

SENIOR CENTER NEWS: Let’s Talk Medicare

Posted on August 10, 2023August 10, 2023 by Rosa D. Chávez

With open enrollment only a few months away, the San Juan Basin Area Agency on Aging is inviting the public to an informal get-together…

Posted in Community
SENIOR CENTER NEWS: Farmers Market Vouchers Available for Seniors

SENIOR CENTER NEWS: Farmers Market Vouchers Available for Seniors

Posted on August 3, 2023August 3, 2023 by Rosa D. Chávez

If you love to shop at the Farmers Market, are 60 or older, or if your income is 200% of poverty…

Posted in Community
PHOTO ESSAY: Annual Spanish Fiesta a Big Success

PHOTO ESSAY: Annual Spanish Fiesta a Big Success

Posted on August 2, 2023August 2, 2023 by Rosa D. Chávez

A group of over 20 different families came together to rekindle the fondly-remembered Pagosa Springs Spanish Fiestas…

Posted in Essays/Poetry

SENIOR CENTER NEWS: Free Popup Tango Lessons Tonight

Posted on July 27, 2023July 27, 2023 by Rosa D. Chávez

This year we are getting things kicked off a bit early with some pre-Fiesta celebrations and free dancing lessons…

Posted in Community

SENIOR CENTER NEWS: Fiesta Flavors at the 21st Annual Spanish Fiesta

Posted on July 20, 2023July 20, 2023 by Rosa D. Chávez

Indulge in a wide variety of flavors and experience the richness of our diverse cuisine, including mouthwatering burritos, tacos, tostadas, tortas…

Posted in Community

SENIOR CENTER NEWS: Ending Ageism Together

Posted on July 13, 2023July 13, 2023 by Rosa D. Chávez

“Are you a leader who cares about communicating in a more effective and age-inclusive way? We’re offering training on reframing aging…”

Posted in Community

SENIOR CENTER NEWS: New Music Appreciation Offerings

Posted on July 6, 2023July 6, 2023 by Rosa D. Chávez

Choose topics that best support your unique wellness journey, and sign up to try something new…

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SENIOR CENTER NEWS: Parade Fun, Ticketing, Sponsors, Spanish Fiesta

Posted on June 29, 2023June 29, 2023 by Rosa D. Chávez

This 4th of July be on the lookout during the annual Independence Day parade for the Spanish Fiesta-sponsored float…

Posted in Community

SENIOR CENTER NEWS: DMV2GO Slots Available for Seniors

Posted on June 22, 2023June 22, 2023 by Rosa D. Chávez

DMV2GO — Colorado Division of Motor Vehicles mobile services — is returning to Archuleta County for Drivers License Services…

Posted in Community
SENIOR CENTER NEWS: Al Hurricane Jr. to Headline 21st Annual Spanish Fiesta

SENIOR CENTER NEWS: Al Hurricane Jr. to Headline 21st Annual Spanish Fiesta

Posted on June 15, 2023June 15, 2023 by Rosa D. Chávez

Activities earlier in the day will include authentic Hispanic cuisine of southern Colorado and northern New Mexican plus a variety of other food trucks and artisan vendors…

Posted in Community

SENIOR CENTER NEWS: ASI Partners with Mountain Express Transit for Free Rides

Posted on June 8, 2023June 8, 2023 by Rosa D. Chávez

This route stops at the Senior Center and the Medical Center ten times per day…

Posted in Community

SENIOR CENTER NEWS: Free Rides for Seniors on Mountain Express Transit

Posted on June 1, 2023June 1, 2023 by Rosa D. Chávez

Older adults can ride the MET Pagosa Springs route for free Monday – Friday…

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SENIOR CENTER NEWS: Seasonal Art Class Today

Posted on May 25, 2023May 25, 2023 by Rosa D. Chávez

We will be making miniature gardens that never need watering! Using artificial plants, beautiful stones and Spanish moss…

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SENIOR CENTER NEWS: Rekindling the Spanish Fiesta

Posted on May 18, 2023May 18, 2023 by Rosa D. Chávez

We are a group of folks trying to revive a custom that used to celebrate our local heritage and promote scholarship in our local youth…

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