By order of Sheriff Darren Weekly, Stage 1 Fire Restrictions are in place for unincorporated areas of Douglas County. Ordinance No. O-012-004 restricts open fires, open burning, and the use of fireworks in the unincorporated areas of Douglas County. Additional information on fire restrictions stages can be located at the Douglas County Emergency Management website.
Interested in receiving monthly emails containing information for older adults on educational opportunities, upcoming events, resources, and many other topics? The Seniors’ Council of Douglas County has a First Friday Update that is emailed out to a distribution list on the first Friday of each month. Check out the latest Update from August 1, 2025.
Presenter: Anne Campbell, Esq., Campbell Law
Time: Meetings are from 10:00 to 11:30 a.m. and contain a brief welcome and information of upcoming events, speaker presentation, followed by community conversation.
Location: MorningStar Senior Living of Parker, 18900 Mainstreet, Parker, CO 80134
Description: Anne Campbell will explain what supportive decision making is and how it facilitates adults with disabilities, including those with age-related disabilities, in maintaining decision-making authority over their lives.
For additional meeting topics and locations, please use the “2025 Meetings” dropdown menu below.
Seniors’ Council meetings are held the first Thursday of each month from 10 to 11:30 a.m. in various locations throughout the county. All meetings are free and open to the public.
Meeting format:
10 a.m. – Announcements
10:15 a.m. – Presentation
11:15 a.m. – Community Conversation
October 2 – Medicare Information for 2026
Presenter: Representative from the Denver Regional Council of Governments (DRCOG)
Location: Douglas County Philip S. Miller Building (Admin Bldg.), 100 Third St. in Conference Rooms A&B, Castle Rock, CO 80104
Description: The Medicare system can be complex and sometimes difficult to navigate. Learn what changes are in store for 2026 and who you can contact to discuss your options.
November 6 – Inpatient Rehab is Reinventing Recovery for Older Adults
Presenter: Amy Dannels-McClure, Clinical Liaison for Reunion Rehab Hospital Inverness
Location: Canvas Credit Union, 10000 Park Meadows Dr., Lone Tree, CO 80124
Description: This interactive, engaging and informative presentation on the benefits of inpatient rehabilitation facilities (IRF) for older adults will help you make necessary decisions for yourself in the future. Learn how clinical teams at IRFs provide a specialized program to help older adults regain strength, mobility and independence after an injury, illness or planned/unplanned surgeries.
December 4 – Year-In-Review and Holiday Party
Presenter: Seniors’ Council Leadership Team
Location: Philip and Jerry Library, 100 S. Wilcox St., Castle Rock, CO 80104
Description: Celebrate the accomplishments made by the Seniors’ Council in 2025 and enjoy treats and the company of others with our festive holiday party.
The Seniors’ Council is planning another Vintage & Vibrant event this year at the new Highlands Ranch Senior Center. Save September 17 from 8 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. on your calendar for this informative and resourceful, day-long event. This event includes two keynote speakers, nine educational presentations to choose from, interactive activities, breakfast and lunch, guest bags and door prizes.
The Seniors’ Council of Douglas County is seeking many partners to make this event possible and reduce costs for older adults. The following partnership opportunities are available:
Platinum Partner – $1,000
Gold Partner – $500
Silver Partner – $250
Friends of the Seniors’ Council – $100
Organizations may pay for their partnership by eCheck or credit card at our payment portal. Those wishing to pay by check, please make your check out to the “Seniors’ Council of Douglas County” and note “Vintage & Vibrant” on the memo line. Send the check to:
Douglas County – Dept. of Community Services
Attn: Kim Smith, Community Program Coordinator
100 Third St.
Castle Rock, CO 80104
If you have questions related to partnering or about the event, please contact [email protected] or call 303-663-7681.
Older adults interested in registering for this event can do so beginning in mid-August. Registration is required for a nominal fee of $20. This event includes two keynote speakers, nine educational presentations to choose from, interactive activities, breakfast and lunch, guest bags and door prizes.
Thank you for your interest. We look forward to seeing you September 17!
The Seniors’ Council promotes Living Well/Aging Well™ in Douglas County, Colorado. To contact the Seniors’ Council of Douglas County, or for any questions related to older adult services, please email [email protected] or call 303-663-7681.
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