AAA Internal Services

The Information and Assistance program is a link to community services, both public and private, for older adults and their families who are interested in becoming aware of the available resources in Weld County.

The Aging and Disability Resources for Colorado (ADRC) program is a single point of entry to assist people age 60 and over, or age 18 and older with a disability, who need an Options Counselor to guide them through a wide range of in-home, community-based and institutional services and programs. The goal of Options Counseling is to provide an individual with all the information needed for them to make an informed decision about long-term care.

Individuals in a nursing facility who receive Health First Colorado and want to transition out of the facility may also receive Options Counseling. Referrals to receive options counseling for transitions may come from the individual, family members, facility staff, or any community member. For more information or assistance, please contact (970) 400-6952 or email AAAinfo@weld.gov.

Adult Protective Services (APS) receives reports of abuse, neglect and exploitation of at-risk adults, conducts an investigation into the allegations, and implements services to reduce and prevent further mistreatment. An at-risk adult is a person 18 years of age or older who is unable to provide or obtain the services necessary for their health, safety and welfare OR who lacks the capacity to make or understand responsible decisions. 

Any concerned individual can make a report to APS by calling our intake screeners at (970) 400-6700 or submitting a report online by visiting the Weld County Adult Protection Referral Form. Each report will be evaluated to determine the appropriate response. APS also provides community education regarding abuse/neglect of at-risk adults and the services provided. 

Please contact (970) 400-6122 to arrange a presentation.

APS mandatory reporters must call law enforcement dispatch at (970) 350-9600 option 4 to make an initial report of physical abuse, caretaker neglect and/or financial exploitation. Mandatory reporters must call reports in on adults 70 years of age or older or adults 18 years of age or older with an intellectual or developmental disability.

Case Management Agency (CMA) provides functional assessments and ongoing case management for qualifying individuals of all ages who are in need of long-term care services in their own homes, alternative care facilities, or for people in need of placement in a skilled nursing facility. In conjunction with the individual, the case manager creates a support plan and assists to arrange services. The case manager provides follow-up monitoring and links individuals and families to community resources.

Weld County residents in need of long-term care services must first apply for Medicaid through Weld County Department of Human Services or online through Colorado PEAK at www.colorado.gov/PEAK. The CMA’s goal is to provide long-term care services and supports in a setting requested by individuals and their families while utilizing Medicaid in the most cost-effective manner.

If you or someone you know is in need of long-term care services or interested in the state general fund programs and may need more information or would like to complete an application, please call the ADRC program at (970) 400-6952. If you are already working with the CMA or would like to contact the CMA, please call (970) 400-6950, option 1. 

The Chore Service program provides reimbursement to older adults for chore services which they are unable to do themselves. The program is designed to increase safety of individuals living at home. Services include deep cleaning the home, yard work, snow removal, and heavy lifting. Weld County residents age 60 and over are eligible to apply. For more information, please contact (970) 400-6133.

The Dental, Vision and Hearing program provides financial assistance to older adults in need of dental, vision and/or hearing aid services. These may include exams, extractions, dentures, frames and/or lenses, and hearing aids. Weld County residents age 60 and over are eligible to apply. 

The Low Vision program provides financial assistance and support to access assistive devices such as, but not limited to, personal magnifiers, talking watches or clocks, and other devices to enhance quality of life. Weld County residents age 60 and over who have a visual impairment not correctable with glasses are eligible to apply. For more information on either program, please contact (970) 400-6629.

The Family Caregiver Support program offers support, resources and information to assist caregivers. We can help you find relief and assistance through a variety of respite and support programs. As you provide care for an older family member, many questions will arise, such as: Are they getting what they need? What other services are available to help them? How can I get some time off? We can help you answer these and other vital questions. 

Support for your family member can be provided in their home, your home, a facility, or in a supportive group setting in the community. Among the choices are the following:

• In-Home Respite Care: Companionship, supervision and assistance for older adults in their home.

• Out-Home Respite Care: Overnight stays in a community facility.

Weld County family caregivers providing informal in-home care to an older adult (60 years or older) who is determined to be “frail,” or family caregivers providing care for individuals with Alzheimer’s Disease and related disorders with neurological and organic brain dysfunction, are eligible to apply. For more information, please contact (970) 400-6130.

The Senior Nutrition program, also known as Friendly Fork, provides nutritious and delicious lunches for older adults served at 22 sites throughout Weld County. Each meal meets 33 1/3 percent of the daily recommended dietary allowance. Social and educational opportunities are also available before and after meals.

Participants have the opportunity to contribute toward their meal. Our suggested donation is currently $5.00. Services are not denied to eligible participants who are unable to make a donation to the program.

Who can dine with us?

• If you are at least 60 years of age; or

• If you are a spouse of a person at least 60 years of age; or

• If you are under the age of 60 and are currently residing in a subsidized housing complex that offers a Senior Nutrition program meal on location.

• Guests are welcome to attend the program but are required to pay a guest fee to cover the cost of their lunch.

Come join us for lunch! Meals are provided at various locations throughout Weld County. Information regarding meals may be obtained by calling (970) 400-6132. Reservations and cancellations are required and must be made in advance by 11:00 a.m. the previous business day to the site coordinator by calling (970) 400-6955 or emailing friendlyfork@weld.gov.

Birchwood: 2830 W. 27th Street Lane, Greeley • Monday, Wednesday, Friday • 11:30 a.m. • (970) 400-6955

Broadview: 2915 W. 8th Street, Greeley • Tuesday, Thursday • 11:00 a.m. • (970) 400-6955

Carbon Valley: 151 Grant Avenue, Firestone • Tuesday, Thursday • 12:00 p.m. • (303) 833-3660 x123

Eaton: 1675 3rd Street, Eaton • Wednesday • 12 p.m. • (970) 454-1070

Erie: 450 Powers Street, Erie • Thursday • 12:15 p.m. • (303) 926-2569

Evans: 1100 37th Street, Evans • Tuesday, Friday • 11 a.m. • (970) 475-1132

Fort Lupton: 203 S. Harrison Avenue, Fort Lupton • Monday • 12 p.m. • (303) 857-4200 x6166

Greeley Active Adult Center: 1010 6th Street, Greeley • Monday, Wednesday • 11:30 a.m. • (970) 350-9440 

Greeley Manor: 1000 13th Street, Greeley • Monday, Wednesday, Friday • 11:30 a.m. • (970) 400-6955

Greeley Senior Housing: 1717 30th Street, Greeley • Monday, Thursday • 11:45 a.m. • (970) 395-0822

Hill-N-Park: 4205 Yosemite Drive, Greeley • Wednesday • 11:30 a.m. • (970) 301-5574

Johnstown: 101 W. Charlotte Street, Johnstown • Wednesday • 11:45 a.m. • (970) 587-5251

Kersey: 215 2nd Street, Kersey • Tuesday, Thursday • 11:30 a.m. • (970) 353-1618 x2

LaSalle: 101 Todd Avenue, LaSalle • Tuesday • 11 a.m. • (970) 284-0900

Lochbuie: 501 Willow Drive, Lochbuie • Tuesday • 12:15 p.m. • (303) 659-8262

Mead: 109 3rd Street, Mead • Thursday • 11:45 a.m. • (970) 400-6955

Milliken: 1101 Broad Street, Milliken • Monday, Friday • 11 a.m. • (970) 660-5040

Nunn: 775 3rd Street, Nunn • Thursday • 11:45 a.m. • (970) 897-2459

Pierce: 221 Main Avenue, Pierce • Thursday • 11:30 a.m. • (970) 834-2655

Platteville: 508 Reynolds Avenue, Platteville • Monday, Friday • 11:30 a.m. • (720) 815-8136

Rodarte Center: 920 A Street, Greeley • Wednesday • 11 a.m. • (970) 400-6955

Windsor: 250 N. 11th Street, Windsor • Monday through Friday • 11:15 a.m. • (970) 674-3500

The Grandparents Raising Grandchildren program provides support and tools to grandparents and older adult caregivers of children. The program offers support groups and educational workshops focusing on various challenges grandparents face when raising their grandchildren. This program targets Weld County residents age 55 and older who are raising grandchildren. For more information, please contact (970) 400-6130.

The In-Home Services program contracts with home care agencies to provide homemaker and/or personal care assistance. These services can help eligible older adults remain in their home and live independently. Homemaker services may include but are not limited to meal preparation, medication reminders, light housework, and shopping. Personal care services may include but are not limited to bathing, dressing, toileting, mobility, and eating. Weld County residents age 60 and over that are unable to perform these activities are eligible to apply. For more information, please contact (970) 400-6305.

An Ombudsman is an advocate who protects the civil and human rights of people in long-term care and assisted living facilities. They serve as a problem-solver and mediator; a resource and educator about long-term care; and an objective investigator of complaints and concerns in long-term care and assisted living facilities. 

People that wish to use an Ombudsman may be residents of long-term care and assisted living facilities, friends and relatives of residents, staff members of facilities, and the community at large. For more information, please contact (970) 400-6128.

There are multiple opportunities to volunteer for the Weld County Area Agency on Aging:

• Senior Nutrition: Serve food, assist with setup, clean up, welcoming, take reservations and complete paperwork at a meal site. For more information, please call (970) 400-6132.

• Weld Aging Well: Become a trained leader and offer workshops in your community. For more information, please call (970) 400-6117.

• Administration: Perform general office and clerical duties or become a board member. Thorough training is provided. For more information, please call (970) 400-6950. 

• Beyond 60: Write articles for the Greeley Tribune, crafted to provide engaging and informative content that is both relevant and tailored to the interests and needs of older adults in our community. For more information, please call (970) 400-6305.

   

The Weld Aging Well program offers multiple workshops and classes for older adults to take control of their health and remain active in the community and at home. Topics covered include:

Fall Prevention Programs

• A Matter of Balance: Learn ways to reduce the fear of falling and break the fear of falling cycle by increasing activity levels. The program focuses on practical coping strategies. A variety of activities address physical, social and cognitive factors affecting the fear of falling.

• Tai Ji Quan: Moving for Better Balance: A group fall prevention program that uses a unique combination of eight single forms that are derived from the traditional 24-form Yang-style Tai Chi. The program goals are to improve functional ability such as balance and physical function, reduce fall-related risks, and reduce fall frequency.

Active Living Programs

• Walk With Ease: Increase your balance, strength and walking pace while building confidence in your ability to be physically active. This program is proven to reduce the pain and discomfort of walking.

• Strong People: A strength-training program that builds bone density and muscle mass and improves joint health. The program also reduces risk for diabetes, heart disease, arthritis, depression and obesity. Learn appropriate exercises and proper technique at an adequate intensity level specific for you.

Self-Management Programs

• Healthier Living Colorado: Learn tools to become a better self- manager of your chronic   health condition(s). People with heart disease, arthritis, diabetes, asthma, COPD or any other health condition(s) and/or their caregiver are encouraged to attend. Participants learn how to reduce pain and stress, eat well and exercise, manage symptoms and communicate better with others. This class is also available in Spanish as Tomando Control de su Salud.

• Healthier Living Diabetes Colorado: Learn tools to become a better self-manager of your diabetes. People with diabetes and/or their caregivers are encouraged to attend. Participants learn how to reduce stress, read nutrition labels, prevent low blood sugar, delay complications and understand the importance of exercise.

• Aging Mastery Program: Build your own personal playbook for aging well. This fun, innovative program empowers you to take key steps to improve your well-being, add stability to your life and strengthen ties to your community. Meet new friends and provide encouragement to one another as you take the Aging Mastery journey together.

Caregiver Programs

• Powerful Tools for Caregivers: This workshop empowers the family caregiver to find ways to reduce stress, manage emotions such as guilt and anger, improve communication with others and to take better care of themselves.

• Stress-Busting for Caregivers: Learn new stress management techniques, relaxation and coping skills. The evidence-based workshop is for family caregivers only, and helps them gain the tools to thrive while caregiving. 

For more information, please contact (970) 400-6117 or email: AAAWeldAgingWell@weld.gov.