Senior Services – Human Services
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Older Adult Programs


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CONTACT US

970-625-5282, ext. 3263, for Older Adult
Programs staff
970-625-5200, ext. 2036 for nutritionist
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January 2026 newsletter
December 2025 newsletter

Three women celebrate at the Garfield County Older Adult Programs volunteer brunch.

2025 Older Adult Programs volunteer brunch

The 2025 Garfield County Older Adult Programs volunteer brunch took place on April 26 at the Rifle Senior Center. The Old West theme had folks riding in from across Garfield County to spend time with friends and thank those who volunteer.

Volunteer brunch photo gallery

Meals & nutrition

This program is provided through cooperative efforts of the Garfield County Department of Human Services, the City of Rifle, Town of New Castle, Town of Silt, Town of Carbondale, City of Glenwood Springs, The NW Colorado Area Agency on Aging, RFTA, Valley Meals and More, and donations and client contributions.

Congregate Locations: For all sites, reservations must be made by noon at least 24 hours in advance and by Friday for meals on Monday. Meals service takes place between 12 and 12:15 p.m. only.

Carbondale “Roaring Fork & Spoon” at The Orchard, The Gathering Center, 110 Snowmass Drive on Wednesdays. For reservations call 970-404-1193.

Glenwood Springs “Chat n’ Chew” at Colorado Mountain College, Lucy Huntley Senior Center, 1402 Blake Avenue, Glenwood Springs on Tuesdays and Fridays. For reservations please call 970-404-1193.

Glenwood Springs “Sunnyside Senior Meal” at Sunnyside Retirement Center, 601 21st Street, Glenwood Springs on Tuesdays and Fridays. For reservations call 970-404-1193.

New Castle “The Gathering“ at the New Castle Senior Housing, 201 Castle Valley Blvd. in New Castle on Mondays. For Reservations please by Friday call 970-665-0041.

Silt “Meet ‘n Eat” at Silt Town Center, 600 Home Avenue, Silt on Wednesdays. For Reservations please call 970-665-0041.

Parachute at the Valley Senior Center, 540 N. Parachute, Parachute on Monday, and Wednesdays. Reservations please call 970-665-0041.

Rifle “Senior Delight” at the Rifle Senior Center, 50 Ute Avenue, Rifle on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays. For Reservations please call 970-665-6540.

Well & Wise

The Well and Wise Program is a collaboration between Eagle, Garfield and Pitkin counties and the Consortium for Older Adult Wellness (COAW). Through our partnership with COAW, eight instructors have been trained to bring community-based chronic disease self-management (CDSMP) and fall prevention classes to adults aged 60 and older in Garfield County. Classes offered include Matter of Balance, Tai Chi for Arthritis, and Geri-Fit. Contact Jenny Roberson at 970-625-5282, ext. 3275, for more information and if you are interested in becoming an instructor for teaching exercise classes. For cooking matters – Emily Statton, RDN 625-5200 ext. 2036

Matter of Balance – 8 sessions, 2 hours each: A Fall prevention program for older adults who are concerned about falling or have experiences a fall, limit activities due to fear of falling, want to improve flexibility, balance and strength, are mobile and able to participate in group problem solving

Tai Chi for health – 8 weekly, one-hour sessions: Evidenced based program developed by medical experts blends traditional Tai Chi with modern health knowledge. It is safe, easy to learn, and designed to improve balance, mobility, breathing, and relaxation. Ideal for older adults seeking gentle movement, stress relief, and improved well being

Geri-Fit – offered one a week for 8 weeks or twice a week for four weeks. Evidenced based health promotion program and chronic disease self-management support program designed exclusively for older adults. This program combines stretching, range of motion, and gait exercises to improve mobility. It also includes balance and stability training for fall prevention, plus cardio activities to support heart health.

Aging & Disability Resource Center (ADRC)

Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC) offered through Garfield County includes senior equipment and services program and the caregiver support program. Approval for programs must take place before a service is provided or equipment or materials are purchased. Contact Kappe Stutsman at 970-625-5282 ext. 3263. Must reside in Moffat, Rio Blanco, or Garfield Counties.

Senior equipment and services program: Individuals may receive up to $600 in funding for equipment and services necessary to maintain safety and independence of the recipient in their home. Services could include:

  • Homemaker (light housekeeping, cooking)
  • Home maintenance
  • Equipment such as glasses, hearing aids, dentures, assistance devices or other health equipment
  • Transportation
  • Emergency
  • Food

Caregiver support program: Respite care for the primary caregiver, care related education for the caregiver, care management services to assist clients and their families to access resources, if not already receiving Health First Colorado, Colorado’s Medicaid benefits. Up to $1000 in funding to help with respite expenses. Eligible recipients include caregivers 60 years of age or older or caregivers of any age caring for someone 60 years of age or older.

Transportation

The Traveler provides accessible transportation for persons with an assessed inability to access any other Transportation modes that exist in the designated service areas of Garfield County. The Traveler, which is managed and provided by the Roaring Fork transportation Authority (RFTA), offers wheelchair accessible, curb-to-curb, demand responsive, driver-assisted transportation to Garfield County residents. The RFTA senior and disability services can be found on the paratransit website.

Traveler applications

RFTA Traveler page or call 970-384-4855

Traveler service is not available within the Town of Parachute. For travel service within Parachute please contact the Parachute Area Transit System (PATS) at (970) 665-1151.

RFTA/City of Glenwood Springs and Town of Carbondale ADA Paratransit Service

Roaring Fork Transit Authority (RFTA) and the City of Glenwood Springs are providing
complementary paratransit service for passengers with disabilities to individuals that reside within 3/4 of a mile of the “Ride Glenwood” or “The Circulator” fixed-route bus service within Glenwood Springs and within Carbondale. More information can be found on the paratransit website.

Adult protective services

Adult Protective Services investigates allegations of mistreatment against at-risk adults in the County. If you or someone you know is experiencing, or at risk of experiencing physical or sexual abuse, financial exploitation, caregiver neglect, or are neglecting their own needs, please call the 24/7 hotline at 1-844-264-5437 to make a report.

For more information on Adult Protective Services in Colorado visit the Colorado Department of Human Services website

Public assistance

A variety of programs are offered through Garfield County that provide financial public assistance to those who qualify. For more information on the programs offered, visit our Public Assistance page.

Long Term Services and supports (LTSS, sometimes known as Long-term care) is a broad term for many health care programs available to help people who have disabilities or older adults with their daily activities. LTSS includes Home and Community based services or care in a facility such as a nursing home or assisted living. The programs available have different requirements to qualify. For more information on LTSS through Health First Colorado, Colorado’s Medicaid visit the Colorado Department of Health Care Policy and Financing website

More information on services and resources offered by other organizations in the area can be found under resources.