Durango/La Plata Senior Center

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City dispels rumor it plans to ‘defund’ Durango-La Plata Senior Center

containing false information was posted to residents’ doors at a 53-unit living complex in Three Springs

February 3, 2023

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With COVID in rearview mirror, how is Southwest Colorado reengaging seniors?

cites transportation troubles, lack of geriatric providers and poor access to mental health services as concerns

January 28, 2023

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Durango weight-loss group inspires long-lasting lifestyle changes

members meet once a week to share, encourage, motivate and support each other

January 26, 2023

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Driver shortages, funding remain roadblocks for public transportation

Plata County meets with transportation leaders to identify challenges and coordinate solutions

April 26, 2022

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How long can you age at home? It may depend on network there to help

agencies share resources to help seniors postpone assisted living

July 15, 2021

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New housing project chips away at senior living needs in Durango

Volunteers of America prepares to open doors on 53-unit complex

July 24, 2020

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Durango/La Plata Senior Center whips up more than 1,000 meals a week

‘We don’t want our seniors to feel alone’

May 1, 2020

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Coronavirus fears heightened for Durango seniors

community centers consider closing doors if COVID-19 hits Southwest Colorado

March 10, 2020

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Senior Services director caps two decades of caring, advocating for seniors

Casey will retire in January

December 31, 2018

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Ballroom dancers exercise bodies, minds at Durango/La Plata Senior Center

Classes aimed at beginners, but all skill levels welcome

April 13, 2018

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Senior Center to offer fall-prevention classes

Two eight-hour “Matter of Balance” fall-prevention classes will be offered from 1 to 3 p.m. April 4 and April 27…

March 29, 2017

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Sculpture class for seniors begins April 5

du1-i-syn Karen Harms, who has more than 30 years of experience as an artist, will teach participants techniques used to…

March 19, 2017

Neighbors

Neighbors: Ernestine Brewer hits century mark

Ernestine Brewer, who officially became a centenarian Thursday, celebrated her 100th birthday in style with three parties, including this one…

October 27, 2016

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State takes aim at issues of burgeoning aging population

Now, at 46, the executive director of the San Juan Basin Area Agency on Aging says the topic consumes a…

September 19, 2016

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La Plata County residents caring for loved ones need support, resources

“We’re coming up on a demographic phenomenon,” said Sheila Casey, manager of Senior Services for La Plata County. “There aren’t…

June 8, 2016

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100 years of life: Durango celebrates centenarians

honors 10 born in 1916 or before

May 20, 2016

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Is La Plata County ready for spike in seniors?

population to double by 2040 in La Plata

December 12, 2015

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Falls by senior citizens a growing problem in La Plata County

by elderly No. 1 injury cause in Southwest Colorado

July 13, 2015

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Reviving a talent

Henry Stoy, 72, said he gave up a career as a concert pianist about 40 years ago to raise a…

November 20, 2014

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Willing to be digital

93-year-old Durango embraces technology to keep in touch with world around her

November 7, 2014

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Free Medicare advice to be offered

“They may be able to get better coverage and save money. If they don’t make changes during open enrollment, they…

October 28, 2014

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Stable budget for library, senior center

The directors for the two organizations presented their budgets and future plans Tuesday night to the La Plata County Commissioners…

October 14, 2014

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Frontier cancels future flights

customers purchased trips out of Durango

August 25, 2014

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Lunchtime serenade

As Henry Stoy plays the piano, Sara Illsley sings for people attending the annual Thanksgiving luncheon Thursday at the Durango…

November 22, 2013